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Gerald Genson has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza announces the appointment of Executive Chef Gerald Genson, a French culinary talent with more than two decades of experience in some of the most prestigious kitchens in the world. From the Michelin-starred restaurants of France to acclaimed luxury hotels across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Chef Genson brings a world of flavour, expertise and culinary innovation to the hotel's ten diverse dining destinations.

Stefan Fuchs has been appointed as General Manager at Giza Palace Hotel & Spa

Giza Palace Hotel & Spa, the newest icon redefining luxury hospitality in Cairo and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefan Fuchs as its new General Manager. A globally recognized hospitality leader, Fuchs brings over 25 years of international expertise across the UAE, Europe, and Asia. Renowned for repositioning flagship properties and delivering award-winning guest experiences, his appointment marks a strategic milestone in Giza Palace's global expansion and brand elevation. Throughout his career, Fuchs has held leadership roles at some of the world's most acclaimed properties. At Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, he guided the hotel to numerous international accolades and solidified its reputation as one of the UAE's premier luxury destinations. At AYANA Resort and Spa Bali, he oversaw one of Asia's most celebrated luxury resorts, enhancing its global prestige through elevated service standards and visionary operational leadership. He most recently served as General Manager of InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa, following notable tenures with The Ritz-Carlton and InterContinental Hotels Group. His contributions to the industry have earned him titles such as "General Manager of the Year: Resort" at the 2024 Hotelier Middle East Awards and "Best General Manager - Hospitality" at the World GM Awards 2024. Widely respected for his guest-first mindset and inclusive leadership style, Fuchs has a proven track record of building high-performance cultures and positioning properties as industry benchmarks. Under his leadership, Giza Palace Hotel & Spa will continue to expand its visibility while honoring Egypt's cultural heritage through a modern, refined lens.

Mervat Alfy has been appointed as General Manager at Amadeus Egypt

Amadeus Egypt, the leading travel technology provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mervat Alfy as the new General Manager. A prominent figure in the travel and tourism industry, Alfy brings with her an impressive 20 years of experience. Her extensive knowledge and expertise make her an ideal candidate to lead Amadeus Egypt into a new era of growth and innovation.

Yves Giacometti has been appointed as Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Transitioning from his most recent role of Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, with six cities on four continents on his Four Seasons résumé, Yves Giacometti is looking forward to his appointment as Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, overseeing a number of properties, in addition to a pipeline of hotels and resorts coming up.

Walid Nabil has been appointed as General Manager at Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo

During a professional career stretching over three decades, Walid Nabil has been employed by well-known hotel chains such as Hilton Worldwide Hotels & Resorts und Best Western. He started his career in the USA in the early 1990s and worked at the Caesar Palace Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City before moving on to the Hilton New York in 1996. Walid Nabil moved back to his home country of Egypt in 2002 but remained loyal to the "Hilton" brand as Regional Director of Sales & Marketing. Further positions in Sales & Marketing followed, as well as assignments as Hotel Manager in Spain, Sudan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. He returned to Egypt in 2018, where he most recently acted as Cluster General Manager for SUNRISE Resort & Cruises in Hurghada.

Hyatt Regency Cairo West Officially Opens

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Cairo West. The 250-room hotel marks Hyatt's return to Cairo and strengthens its growing brand footprint in North Africa. As part of the Hyatt Regency brand, the hotel is designed with productivity in mind to deliver seamless experiences and an energizing hub for both business and leisure travelers alike. announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Cairo West. The 250-room hotel marks Hyatt's return to Cairo and strengthens its growing brand footprint in North Africa. As part of the Hyatt Regency brand, the hotel is designed with productivity in mind to deliver seamless experiences and an energizing hub for both business and leisure travelers alike.