STR's preliminary August 2019 data for Dubai, United Arab Emirates, indicates significant growth in both supply and demand. Based on daily data from August, Dubai reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
R Hotels announces the opening of Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Dubai JBR. Located along The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), one of the most lively and sought-after locations in Dubai, the hotel features 188 spacious family-friendly rooms and apartments.
Accor has appointed Dominic Arel as general manager of Swissôtel Al Ghurair and Swissôtel Living Al Ghurair. Arel will lead the strategic direction and operations of the Swissôtel Al Ghurair complex. An experienced hotelier, Arel has a proven track record of leading international luxury hotels in the GCC, Europe and Americas. Arel started his career with Accor in 1996 where he worked in the front office operation and revenue department at Novotel Montréal. He played an instrumental role as director of revenue management in the successful opening of Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile in 2002, which was the first Sofitel to open in Montreal and in Canada. He was then promoted to director of operations in a span of four years followed by the position of a hotel manager. In 2011, Arel moved to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as hotel manager for Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach and managed the property for two consecutive years. He then moved to Portugal in 2013, where he was the general manager at Sofitel Lisbon for three years before returning to the Middle East. Arel is a graduate from the Institut de Tourisme et d'Hôtellerie du Québec in Hotel Management and from the University of Montréal (HEC), Canada. He also completed the International Hospitality Management Program at the Accor Academy in Paris, in partnership with ESSEC School in France.
Rotana Hotel management has announced the appointment of Ayman Ashor as general manager of Al Bandar Rotana and Al Bandar Arjaan by Rotana.
The German chef with 17 years' experience in international cuisine, has worked in hotels across Europe, Middle East, Australia, China and the UAE.
Marriott International today announced the official debut of Delta Hotels by Marriott into Middle East and Africa with Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach, Dubai. Within easy access from key business hubs including Media City, Internet City and Knowledge City, the hotel is ideally located in the heart of one of Dubai's most vibrant destinations, the famous Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR). With direct beach access, it rises tall between the Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach and The Walk, Dubai's first shopping and dining promenade. Offering a simple and hassle-free travel experience, it allows guests to achieve a perfect balance between their work and personal life whether they are on business or on leisure.
Intercontinental Hotels Group's voco Dubai has appointed Fady Atwan as its director of sales and marketing.
Towers Rotana Dubai has appointed Elie Abdo as its director of revenue.
Hyatt's Andaz Dubai The Palm has appointed Kifah Bin Hussein as its general manager.
Described as the 'original heritage hotel at the heart of the action', the much-loved and award-winning JA Beach Hotel at JA The Resort, Jebel Ali Beach, Dubai, has completed its 2019 makeover and will reopen for business on September 1st.
Ajaj has more 15 years' experience in hospitality and tourism, having held leadership positions in Jordan and the UAE. He started his career in Amman, working for Hyatt and Amman West and moved to Dubai in 2006, joining Dusit Thani, Park Regis afterwards and Fraiser Suites, as his most recent assignment. In his new role, Ajaj will be responsible of handling the GCC market and government segment.
Described as the 'original heritage hotel at the heart of the action', the much-loved and award-winning JA Beach Hotel at JA The Resort, Jebel Ali Beach, Dubai, has completed its 2019 makeover and will reopen for business on September 1st.
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has appointed Anju Gomes as new Director Middle East to take the helm of the global meetings industry trade association's fastest-growing region.
In his new role at TIME Grand Plaza Hotel in Dubai, Fantoli will be responsible for the day to day management of the 232-room hotel, including the recruitment and development of staff, annual budgets and assuring the highest levels of guest satisfaction are met. He will also be mandated with setting strategic plans that will drive the operational excellence of the hotel and boost team productivity.
Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites has appointed Darin Davies as the hotel manager.
Boutique polo resort Meliã Desert Palm Dubai has appointed Nathalie Cockayne as its general manager,
Fairmont The Palm, Dubai has promoted Soumana Ammar to the role of director of operations. Soumana is responsible for overseeing and enhancing the execution of the resort's operational procedures and delivering key strategic initiatives across the resort.
Hotel chains, Aloft and Element Me'aisam Dubai have appointed Davisha Burrowes as their complex head chef.
Santosh has over 25 years' experience in the hospitality and travel industry sectors, having worked extensively in Dubai in most of his career journey. He started his career in Dubai in 1992 and worked with various hospitality and tourism sectors such as Wi nchester Group, Al Faris Group, Urban Tourism and Damac Properties among others. His last post prior to Avani and Oaks was as Cluster Director of Sales of Millennium Hotels and Resorts. A non-novice to MINOR Hotels International, he was formerly the Sales and Marketing Manager and a part of pre-opening team for Oaks Liwa Heights Dubai JLT from 2008 to 2010. Santosh reports directly to the Cluster General Manager Mr Siva Ram. Putta who oversees the 3 properties namely, Avani Deira Dubai with 215 keys, Oaks Liwa Heights Hotels & Apartments JLT Dubai with 168 keys and Oaks Liwa Executive Suites Abu Dhabi with 54 keys.
The Luxury Collection, a unique ensemble of more than 110 iconic luxury hotels in more than 30 countries, and Sofía Sanchez de Betak, the New York-based art director and fashion consultant, announce the launch of an exclusive capsule collection inspired by Emirati art and culture. The items, ranging from an oryx inspired long robe to an Arabian safari jumpsuit, are available for retail worldwide starting today, including Moda Operandi, Le Bon Marché, Bergdorf Goodman, The Webster, MatchesFashion, The Luxury Collection Store and Chufy.com. This marks the second fashion collection Sanchez de Betak creates in collaboration with The Luxury Collection, with whom she previously traveled to Japan.