For the first time, a robot will initiate the proceedings at HITEC Dubai 2018, the Middle Easts largest hospitality technology exhibition and conference taking place at the Madinat Jumeirah Dubai on 5th and 6th December 2018. Taking centre-stage at the show will be a Promobot, an intelligent humanoid robot.
The hospitality market in Dubai will continue to experience tough conditions next year, according to Sebastien Mariette, managing director of Emerald Palace Kempinski and its sister property Kempinski Hotel and Residences Palm Jumeirah.
Ramada by Wyndham Downtown Dubai has warmly welcomed Mohit Saini as revenue and reservations manager.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre has appointed Tareq Derbas as the new general manager. Derbas brings 26 years hospitality experience to his new role.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai has appointed Jeroen Elmendorp as the new general manager of the beachfront resort which this year celebrates its 20th anniversary.
One of the world's most iconic and luxurious hotels in the world - Burj Al Arab - was double recognized as the Best Hotel in the World and Best Hotel in the Middle East at the prestigious Ultratravel Awards -The ULTRAs- hosted by The Telegraph Magazine.
Located 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport, the hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers and is in close proximity to the central commercial and business district. Easy access to Dubai Mall, while facing the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa - both of which are within two kilometers walk distance. Luxurious facilities include five restaurants/ bars, nightclub and Karaoke lounges, meeting rooms, a lagoon-size pool, high-tech gym and a sumptuous spa. All rooms offer spectacular canal or city views in relaxed contemporary surroundings.
The IntercityHotel Dubai Jaddaf Waterfront is scheduled to open for business at the end of the first quarter of 2019. It will be the brand's first hotel in the United Arab Emirates. The project is being realised on the "Dubai Creek" coast within the direct vicinity of the numerous leisure and entertainment facilities that are available at "Festival City". The hotel will boast 150 double rooms and 65 serviced apartments, all of which will offer guests a high degree of comfort.
Aylin Nöske has been appointed General Manager of the IntercityHotel Dubai Jaddaf Waterfront with effect from 15 November 2018. 37-year old Ms. Nöske has been with IntercityHotel GmbH since 2008. Her most recent role was at the IntercityHotel in Darmstadt, where she took over the reins in 2012.
Clark will be joining the hotel with over 20 years of experience in hospitality leadership, which includes managing and motivating teams to ensure they achieve high-quality results.
Newly rebranded Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City has appointment of Charles E M Clark as general manager and brings 19 years of experience to his new role.
STR's preliminary October 2018 data for Dubai, United Arab Emirates, indicates performance levels affected by continued supply growth.
Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, through its management subsidiary Carnation Hotels Pvt. Ltd., has signed the first Lemon Tree Hotel in Dubai. The hotel, owned by Al Waleed Real Estate LLC, is expected to launch by 2019.
Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai is the brand's sixth property in the emirate, promising guests the perfect fusion of hotel and home through well-appointed accommodation, unique dining concepts, leisure and business facilities, as well as a unique on-demand private chef service and family-friendly amenities. With 244 units that range from stylish and spacious deluxe rooms, to fully-equipped one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, it's the perfect home-away-from-home for short and long stay guests. The new property also boasts a prime location at just a five-minute walk from the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, as well as the largest shopping and entertainment centre, The Dubai Mall, and is close to Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre has appointed Altamash Iqbal as the new chef at its signature fusion restaurant Cara.
Occidental IMPZ Dubai, Conference and Events Centre, part of Barcelo Hotel Group, has appointed Mariam Stamboltsyan as the new director of sales.
Crowne Plaza Dubai has appointed Bahjat Saade as the new director of conventions. Saade brings more than 18 years of experience to his new role including F&B operations across various outlets.
Al Jaddaf Rotana, Dubai - opening Q2 2019Al Jaddaf Rotana will be located in the developing hub of Al Jaddaf, home to Dubai's cultural village. The luxury hotel will feature 338 rooms and suites, along with an array of food and beverage establishments.
The Company's First Non-Gaming Properties, Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai and The Residences at Caesars Palace Bluewaters to Open November 15
Lababedi joins Hilton from Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, where he played a key role in leading the company's growth in Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Before joining Mövenpick, he was associate director at HVS, a leading global hotel consulting and valuation firm based in Dubai, a company he also previously worked for in London for four years.