Wanalee Samutkhochorn has been appointed as Director of Spa at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi has appointed Wanalee Samutkhochorn as director of spa. She brings over 20 years of experience in the industry.
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi has appointed Wanalee Samutkhochorn as director of spa. She brings over 20 years of experience in the industry.
Gewan Hotels & Resorts has announced, today, the appointment of Elias Saad as Hotel Manager Acting General Manager of Royal M Hotel by Gewan, Abu Dhabi, effective from June.
Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi has appointed Mahak Sharma as general manager.
Shangri-La and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi have appointed Ellen Porrmann as director of operations.
Nayak, with over 15 years in luxury hospitality, assumes the role of cluster director of groups & events at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara and Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts.
Frem brings expertise in devising impactful sales and marketing strategies, boasting 19 years in the luxury hospitality sector in the Middle East.
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 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 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.
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.
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has appointed Radi Ali Baz as director of sales and marketing. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Baz began his journey in hospitality in 2003 in Egypt.
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.
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.
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.
With a rich history spanning over 15 years in the luxury hospitality sector of the region, Trida has successfully overseen sales operations for renowned resorts such as Emirates Palace during its transformation into Mandarin Oriental, and Grand Hyatt Dubai.
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.
Hili Rayhaan by Rotana has announced the appointment of a new front office manager.
Gromaxx Hotels Management L.L.C. congratulates Mr. Costandi Kiriazi on his promotion to General Manager Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Abu Dhabi City Center. Mr. Kiriazi previously served as hotel manager for Tryp By Wyndham Abu Dhabi.
The largest hotel in the portfolio of Gromaxx Hotels Management, Ramada Abu Dhabi Corniche has announced the appointment of its general manager.
Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi has appointed a new general manager.