In his role as Regional Vice President, Egypt, Naboulsi will be responsible for supporting AccorHotels growing portfolio in Egypt. He will bring his ability to establish strategic direction and build business partnerships to manage over six of AccorHotels properties across Egypt while working with the hotels and regional teams to drive more success to the company.
Hilton has competed a major dual-brand hotel signing in Heliopolis Cairo, one that continues its growth and development in Egypt.
Marriott Hotels, part of Marriott International, makes a landmark debut steps away from the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The company announced the rebranding of the legendary Mena House, a historic palace which has played host to Kings and Emperors. Heads of State and celebrities for over 130 years, further enhancing Marriott International"s formidable presence in Egypt.
Hilton continues its growth and development in Egypt, 60 years after first entering the country, with the opening of the Hilton Cairo Heliopolis. The leading global hospitality company has also confirmed plans for the debut of its luxury brand Waldorf Astoria in Egypt later this year – once rebranded, this will be the company"s first Waldorf Astoria hotel in Africa, staking ground for Hilton as a luxury operator in the region.
With nearly 22 years of service at Hilton, Sedky began his career at the company as a front desk agent at Nile Hilton before moving to several Hilton hotels and resorts in Egypt including Hilton Hurghada Resort. Most recently, he was Director of Operations at Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza. Sedky is responsible for overseeing all operational matters of the hotel and will be directly reporting to Soha El Torgoman, Cluster General Manager of Ramses Hilton and Hilton Cairo World Trade Centre Residences.
Reto Moser, new Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza.
Hilton has appointed Mohab Ghali as vice president operations for Egypt and North Africa, where he will be responsible for regional strategy development and well as overseeing operations for 19 hotels and 14 pipeline hotels in Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria.
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) (www.Marriott.com), today announced the reopening of the iconic Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino (www.SheratonCairo.com), a city landmark for more than four decades. A highly anticipated reopening, the hotel emerges after extensive renovation to reveal a distinct and vibrant aesthetic with modern interiors, refreshed public spaces and innovative and revitalized dining concepts. Perched on the West Bank of the River Nile, it enjoys a prime location, in the heart of the city, just steps away from the Egyptian Museum, Cairo Opera House and the iconic 70 story Cairo Tower. With signature brand experiences and the warmth of the familiar hallmark Sheraton service that goes above and beyond to make every guest experience meaningful, the hotel is poised to quickly regain its glory of yesteryears. The hotel"s 326 fully renovated rooms and suites feature a harmonious blend of modern design with a warm palette offering unmatched comfort and the Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience. Sheraton Club rooms offer exclusive access to the Sheraton® Club Lounge, a private space located on the 26th floor providing spectacular views of the city, where guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast, drinks and snacks during the day. Leisure facilities include an extensive fitness center with cutting edge equipment available 24 hours a day for in-house guests, a luxurious pool and a fully equipped wellness center
Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, Cairo recently appointed Russel Storey as its new General Manager. He will be responsible for the hotel’s entire operations and lead Kempinski’s newest Palace in continually delighting guests with the brand’s renowned European hospitality. Mr. Storey will also oversee the hotel’s nine food and beverage outlets to bring a new and exciting dining experience in the heart of New Cairo.
Samer Gameel has been promoted to the role of executive assistant manager in charge of rooms at the Semiramis InterContinental Cairo.
From New York and Cairo at First Residence to Provence and Toronto, Mr Zarikos has put his passion for excellence and unfaltering pursuit of distinction to the best service of Four Seasons.
Deutsche Hospitality is continuing on its path of expansion. The focus is both on tapping into new markets and on strengthening its brand presence at existing locations. In accordance with this strategy, the company has signed 14 contracts for new hotel on three continents over the past year. One particular milestone to mark the new year is the launching of the one hundredth hotel to operate under a Deutsche Hospitality brand.
Westin Hotels and Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced the opening of Egypt's best kept secret, The Westin Cairo Golf Resort & Spa Katameya Dunes. Owned by New Cairo for Real Estate Investment Company, the resort and spa is located in the prestigious, residential community of Katameya Dunes, anchored by a 27-hole championship golf course designed by world- renowned Nick Faldo and Brian Curley. With Westin's signature wellness initiatives offered for global travelers and local residents alike, the hotel is poised to set a new standard for well-being in Cairo.
Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) (www.Marriott.com) today announced plans to debut Element Hotels (www.ElementHotels.com), the stylish eco-incubator brand in Egypt in early 2019. Located in Cairo's upscale Heliopolis district and slated to be the largest Element Hotel in the Middle East and Africa, Element Cairo is being developed by Abraj Misr Urban Development and is owned by Middle East Real Estate for Development (MERED), an Egyptian limited liability company. Element Cairo will be part of The Gate Project, the new iconic ecofriendly development, featuring the largest housing, administrative, commercial facility in Egypt and the Middle East. The hotel will feature 344 light-filled rooms and an atmosphere designed to fuel a life in balance and on the move."Egypt is one of our key markets and we are excited to introduce a new brand to the capital's city center," said Alex Kyriakidis, President and Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International. "Element Cairo will be a highly-anticipated addition to our rapidly growing portfolio presenting travelers an appealing, new option for short and long stays in this market. We believe travelers deserve more than a place to stay so we don't compromise on comfort or quality for guests."Engineer Ali Rabie, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abraj Misr Company, the pioneering real estate developer in the field of building via green architectural technology said "It is with great pride that we announce the inking of an agreement to bring Element Hotels to Egypt as part of one of the foremost real estate projects by our company. Our collaboration is a continuation of the company's strategy of working with reputed international brands to redefine the lifestyle landscape. We are confident that this project with its modern and outstanding architectural design will be the first choice for those seeking uniqueness of experience and tranquility."Located within easy access from the airport, downtown Cairo as well as New Cairo, Element Cairo will be part of a landmark mixed-use project with a high-end retail mall housing Egypt's largest indoor theme park and unbranded residences.Spacious studios and one, two and three-bedroom suites at Element Cairo will offer a fluid design of modular furniture, fully equipped kitchens, the signature Heavenly® Bed and spa- inspired bathrooms. Hotel amenities will include fast and free WiFi, complimentary bikes to borrow, a state-of- the-art 24-hour fitness center, 668 square meters of flexible meeting space and a fully equipped business center and an all-day dining cafe. Guests can fuel their day with the healthy Rise breakfast and wind down with the Relax evening wine reception – both complimentary.A recognized industry leader in the eco-space, Element offers travelers a fresh interpretation of the traditional hotel experience with natural light, modern design, healthy options and eco-minded sensibilities. This reimagined extended-stay experience is perfect for the traveler who is visiting for a few days or a few weeks.Element continues to grow at a phenomenal pace with hotels slated to open in numerous markets by the end of 2017, including Austin, Dallas, and Katy, Texas (USA); Gainesville, Florida (USA); Moline, Illinois (USA); Des Moines, Iowa (USA); Chandlers, Arizona (USA), Redmond, Washington (USA); Huntsville, Alabama (USA); Palmdale, California (USA); Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta (Canada); Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Bali Ubud, Indonesia; Hebei and Foshan, China; and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Frank Naboulsi, Regional Vice President, FRHI Egypt & General Manager, Fairmont Nile City Cairo promotes Mohamed Elsherif to Executive Chef.
Sherifa Issa has been promoted to senior director of sales and marketing for Four Seasons hotels and resorts in Egypt, including Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano and Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh.
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis has appointed Ahmed Sabry as the new general manager for the Egyptian property.
Director of operations, Africa and area general manager InterContinental Hotels Group Cairo Citystars, Simon Stamper has announced the promotion of Amr El Backly to area director of finance and business support for InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Africa.
Sherifa Issa has been promoted to Senior Director of Marketing Four Seasons Hotels Egypt. Her successful career with Four Seasons spans 17 years, having joined the luxury chain in 1998 as one of the first employees hired on the pre-opening team at Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence. She steadily worked her way up to head the sales team as Director of Sales in 2003, followed by Director of Sales and Marketing in 2006.
Christian Muhr Vice President of Operations Hilton Worldwide Egypt and Levant has announced the appointment of Soha El Torgoman as Cluster General Manager for the Ramses Hilton & Hilton Cairo World Trade Center Residence. Soha joins the Ramses Hilton with more than 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry as she joined Hilton International in 1981 where she held various managerial positions; her most recent was General Manager of Hilton Hurghada Resort.