Pavlina Tarabova Alghamdi has been appointed as General Manager at Meliá Desert Palm Meliá Collection

Meliá Hotels has appointed Pavlina Tarabova Alghamdi as general manager of Meliá Desert Palm in Dubai.

Pavlina Tarabova Alghamdi

As a seasoned hotelier with a strong UAE and Middle East background, Alghamdi has worked with well-known brands such as Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott Marquis. Most recently, she managed Rove Dubai Marina.

In her new role, Alghamdi will work to further elevate the luxury experience of the resort, with a focus for her and the team on designing memorable guest stays.

She brings a wealth of experience to the position, including time Meliá Hotels International chain, having previously worked as the GM of INNSiDE by Meliá Prague Old Town.

Alghamdi holds a Master's degree in Hospitality and Spa Management and has extensive experience in various roles within the hotel industry. She believes that hospitality is a team sport, and a leader should encourage employees to be the best version of themselves on a daily basis.

General Management Middle East United Arab Emirates Dubai

Founded in 1956 in Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International operates more than 380 hotels (portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries, under the brands Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, The Meliá Collection, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, plus a wide portfolio of affiliated hotels under the “Affiliated by Meliá” network.