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Now Open: 22-key Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat

Minor Hotels is set to expand its presence in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of the luxurious Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat. Slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2023, this exclusive 22-key resort is situated in Ghantoot, a serene coastal area nestled midway between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The resort offers panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf, distanced from the bustling cityscapes. Conveniently located, it is a 25-minute drive from Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport and 35 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Mohammed Ali has been appointed as Director of Security at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island

Mohammed Ali is the new director of security. With over 15 years of dedicated service in the security sector within the UAE, Ali has served as director of security since 2015. He previously worked at The Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, where he held the position of multi-property director of loss prevention, overseeing operations at both The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal and Marriott Al Forsan.

Jean-Paul Slap has been appointed as Director of Rooms at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island

Jean-Paul Slap is the new director of rooms. Slap brings an impressive background of over 20 years in the hospitality industry, having gained experience across Singapore, Belgium, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Austria, where he has assumed various welcome office roles, such as director of rooms, executive assistant manager overseeing rooms, and resort manager, among others.

Damon Wright has been appointed as Director of Beverage and Food at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island

Wright boasts more than 15 years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, with a specific focus on food and beverage operations. He commenced his managerial journey a decade ago at the Pullman DCC hotel in Dubai. Over the course of the past decade, Wright has honed his skills in various international locations, including Bangkok, where he contributed to the success of Novotel.

Vesselin Galov has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Resort

Vesselin Galov has been appointed as the new hotel manager at Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Resort in Abu Dhabi (UAE). Bringing 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Galov has an impressive track record, having worked in luxury hotels throughout Europe and the Middle East. He has been a part of Marriott International for seven years.

Les Roches Announces Plans to Establish Its Region’s First Hospitality Education Academy with DCT in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, UAE - The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the establishment of a cutting-edge hospitality education academy in Abu Dhabi in September 2024. The academy will be managed and guided under the stewardship of Les Roches, a globally acclaimed hospitality and leisure higher education institution, with the objective of providing hospitality skills and academic knowledge to nurture homegrown talent in the UAE and in the region.

Khrystyna Masych has been appointed as Assistant Digital Marketing Manager at Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort

With an impressive track record of five years in global media campaign management for brands spanning North America, Asia, and Europe, Masych will spearhead the property's online paid advertising campaigns. Her responsibilities will encompass strategizing, designing, implementing, and optimizing these campaigns, including search engine optimization efforts.

Ekaterina Andreeva has been appointed as Director of Sales & Distribution at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi

The St. Regis Abu Dhabi introduces Ekaterina Andreeva as its new Director of Sales and Distribution. In her new role, Ms. Andreeva will play a crucial part in overseeing the strategic functions of the sales and reservations teams. She will also maintain a strong emphasis on budget management and optimizing the department's financial performance.