Krystel Irani has joined Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre as Hotel Manager
Krystel Irani is now hotel manager of Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, returning to the Canadian hotel group after 12 years.
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Ennismore Signs First Standalone SLS Residences In Dubai
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, has reached a significant milestone in its branded residences business growth by signing its first standalone development in Dubai with SLS Residences The Palm Dubai with Roya Lifestyle Development LLC.
IHG Hotels & Resorts opens its first hotel on Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, is making waves with the opening of voco Dubai The Palm, a brand-new beachfront hotel situated on the iconic Palm Jumeirah.
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.
DAMAC Hills 2 Hotel, Edge by Rotana is Now Open
DAMAC Hills 2 Hotel, an Edge by Rotana managed property has opened its doors and is all set to welcome its very first guests.
Irfan Showcketh has been promoted to Director of Operations at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai
Irfan Showcketh was recently promoted to director of operations at Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa. The Sri Lankan native has worked across multiple roles at the resort, right from F&B to front office.
Riya Sapare has been appointed as Marketing & Communications Manager at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach
Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach has brought in a new marketing and communications manager. Riya Sapare joins the hotel, her first position in Dubai.
Idin Asmitha has been appointed as Executive Chef at Media Rotana
Media Rotana has announced Idin Asmitha as the hotel's new executive chef. He will oversee the hotel's day-to-day kitchen operations to deliver high-quality food and culinary experiences to guests at the all-day dining restaurant Channels, as well as Nelson's, Prego's, The Terrace and the private catering and banquet unit.
Célia Stoecklin has been appointed as Executive Chef at Fi’lia at SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences
Fi'lia's raison d'être from day one has been its commitment to empowering women. During Sara Aqel's time at the restaurant, she became one of Dubai's best-known chefs. Aqel left the restaurant at SLS Dubai in 2022 and has now announced a replacement.
NH Collection Dubai The Palm Launches on the Iconic Palm Jumeirah in the United Arab Emirates
Experience sophisticated beach living on Dubai's famous Palm Jumeirah with spacious accommodation and spectacular views of the Dubai coastline.
Sandy Hartak has been promoted to Director of Front Office at Rixos Premium Dubai JBR
Sandy Hartak has been promoted to director of front office at Rixos Premium Dubai. The Syrian has worked with the hotel for four years, and with fellow Rixos The Palm Dubai for close to seven years before that.
Marco Kuefner has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
The upcoming Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab has appointed Marco Kuefner as hotel manager. He was previously the director of rooms at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah for two years.
Kerzner Reopens Desert Resort Bab Al Shams Under New ‘Rare Finds’ Collection
Bab Al Shams is the second of six Kerzner properties opening in 2023.
Dubai's Jumeirah Mina A'Salam Unveils a New Look
Jumeirah Mina A'Salam, Madinat Jumeirah's boutique beachfront retreat, is ready to reveal the extensive refurbishment of its rooms, suites, ballrooms and Amal Club Lounge.
Giampaolo Scarfi has been appointed as Director of Restaurants and Bars at Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown
Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown has appointed a new director of restaurants and bars. Giampaolo Scarfi joins the IHG property from Wyndham.
Dubai receives 14.36 million international visitors in 2022
Dubai received 14.36 million international overnight visitors in 2022, growing 97 per cent YoY from the 7.28 million tourist arrivals in 2021, according to the latest data published by Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). The growth, which enabled the emirate to surpass global and regional tourism recovery levels, contributes to the goal of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to consolidate Dubai’s status as one of the world’s top three cities for travel and business.
Baccarat Hotel Dubai Set To Open In 2026
SH Hotels & Resorts, the hotel brand management company founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, today announced plans to set a new standard of glamor and luxury in Dubai, the hospitality hub of the Middle East, with the opening of Baccarat Hotel & Residences Dubai in 2026. The hotel is part of a new ultra-luxury mixed-use development in Downtown Dubai, facing the famed Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.
Eric Masalawala has been appointed as Operations Manager at Premier Inn Dubai Dragon Mart Hotel
Premier Inn Dubai Dragon Mart Hotel has brought in Eric Masalawala as its operations manager.
Mohamad Chabchoul has been appointed as Executive Chef at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Grand Millennium Business Bay's long-time chef has moved on to Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, one of the oldest hotels in the city. Mohamad Chabchoul is now in charge of 12 different dining outlets.
Cora De Conceicao-Stuart has been appointed as General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah has appointed Cora De Conceicao-Stuart as general manager. She will oversee all operations, including 319 guest rooms and suites, six restaurants and bars, the kids club, Waldorf Astoria Spa and the Pearl Club.