Zeina Abbas has been appointed as Director of Operations at Amwaj Rotana - Jumeirah Beach
Amwaj Rotana Hotel has announced the appointment of Zeina Abbas, who boasts over 15 years of industry leadership experience, as its new director of operations.
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Georges Al Asmar has been appointed as General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre
Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has unveiled Georges Al Asmar as its new general manager.
Federico Giovine has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre
For Federico Giovine, hospitality has never been just a job, but a lifelong discovery of culture, people, and purpose. A third-generation hotelier from Buenos Aires, he began his Four Seasons journey in 2005 as a telephone operator at Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires. Two decades later, with a career spanning seven destinations across Europe, the Middle East, the Indian Ocean and South America, he steps into his new role as Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre with a perspective shaped by experience and fuelled by passion.
FHS World delivers its most dynamic agenda to date
Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World has unveiled its line-up of over 200 high-level speakers and an action-packed agenda for its biggest summit to date, which will see more than 1,600 hospitality and tourism leaders descend on Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah, 27-29 October.
Giovanni Papi has been appointed as Executive Chef at Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah
Dubai's only dedicated caviar restaurant, Beluga Bar and Restaurant, has announced the appointment of a new executive chef.
Saba Khalid has been appointed as Security Manager at Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis
Saba Khalid has been unveiled as Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis' new Security Manager, marking a hugely significant milestone given the fact women remain severely underrepresented in security leadership roles, both in the Middle East and globally.
Nardine Emil has been appointed as Director of Sales at Swissôtel Al Ghurair
In her new role, Nardine will lead the hotel's Sales department, spearheading commercial strategies across corporate, government, airline, MICE, leisure, and long-stay segments. She will focus on strengthening market positioning, expanding distribution channels, and forging key partnerships to maximise revenue growth and elevate the guest experience.
Melia Desert Palm Unveils New Al Waha Villas
Meliá Desert Palm, a serene wellness resort set on the lush grounds of a 64-hectare private polo estate, has unveiled its newest hospitality concept — six exclusive one-bedroom Al Waha Villas, each designed as a sanctuary of mindfulness, relaxation, and personalised luxury.
Nithin Aravind has been appointed as Assistant Director of HR at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre
The Ritz-Carlton Dubai International Financial Centre has named Nithin P. Aravind as its new assistant director of human resources. The experienced professional has dedicated more than a decade to the luxury hospitality space.
Heinrich Morio has been appointed as Managing Director at Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG is set to debut in November 2025 as the world's tallest hotel. The hotel is bringing in Heinrich Morio as managing director to oversee all operational and commercial strategies.
Shamal Holding and Marriott International Announce Strategic Collaboration to Introduce First EDITION Branded Residences in the Middle East
The vibrant seafront district, Dubai Harbour, will soon welcome The Dubai Beach EDITION, the brand's first beachfront resort in the UAE.
HMH Unveils Corp Hotels Expansion: Blending Business & Leisure to Fuel Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Boom Under Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector is undergoing a dynamic transformation, fuelled by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which is creating new opportunities for tourism, business, and investment. With business travel becoming one of the fastest-growing segments of the market, Hospitality Management Holding (HMH) is strengthening its presence in the Kingdom through the expansion of its Corp Hotels brand. This expansion is guided by HMH’s pioneering Business Leisure concept, designed to seamlessly blend the efficiency of business travel with the comfort and enrichment of leisure hospitality.
Singapore's Naumi Hotels Makes Middle East Debut
Renowned for its bold spaces and unscripted service, Naumi Hotels brings its signature hospitality experience to Dubai. Now open, the hotel was recently acquired by Naumi Group and advised by SunStar Capital, the family-owned wealth management and asset company founded by Executive Chairman Surya Jhunjhnuwala, and is operated by Naumi Hotels, led by Group CEO Gaurang Jhunjhnuwala.
HFTP Dubai Chapter Hosts Insightful Session on USALI 12th Revised Edition
This week, the HFTP and the HFTP Dubai chapter successfully hosted an event at the Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah on September 23. The gathering brought together 87 hospitality leaders from across Dubai’s leading hotel brands, reinforcing HFTP’s commitment to knowledge-sharing and professional development within the hospitality finance and technology community.
Safwan Abu Risheh has been appointed as General Manager at Raffles Dubai
Raffles Dubai is pleased to announce the appointment of Safwan Abu Risheh as General Manager. Safwan brings with him over 25 years of international experience in the luxury hospitality sector, having held senior leadership roles across the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Mexico. A seasoned hotelier and strategic visionary, he joins Raffles Dubai following a highly successful tenure as Managing Director of Rosewood Hotel Georgia in Vancouver.
Juan Manuel Ovalles Urbina has been appointed as Restaurant Manager for Beef Bistro and Bebemos at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre proudly announces the appointment of Juan Manuel Ovalles Urbina as Restaurant Manager for Beef Bistro and Bebemos, two of the property's most vibrant and dynamic dining destinations.
Devmark and Manodev Unveil Arka Enclave on Dubai Islands, Marking Atmosphere Living’s Debut in Dubai
Devmark, the UAE's leading real estate project sales and marketing consultancy, together with developer Manodev and Atmosphere Living - part of the award-winning hospitality group Atmosphere Core - proudly announces the launch of Arka Enclave, an exclusive waterfront residential community on Dubai Islands. This milestone marks Atmosphere Living's debut in the United Arab Emirates, building on its expansion beyond the Maldives into select international destinations, and continuing the brand's philosophy of timeless design and wellbeing-led living.
Mandarin Oriental to Open Its First Golf Resort With Branded Residences in Dubai
Mandarin Oriental will bring a new dimension of luxury hospitality to Dubai with the introduction of Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai, the Group's first dedicated golf resort with branded residences and its third property in the city. Opening in 2030, the resort will be uniquely positioned within the prestigious Jumeirah Golf Estates, the Next Chapter. Designed not only as a destination for golf enthusiasts, it will also place a strong focus on wellness for both guests and resident owners, creating a sanctuary where space, wellbeing and nature meet. Located in the south-western part of Dubai, the resort is envisioned as an elevated tranquil escape.
Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai Embarks on Extensive Renovations to Redefine Meetings, Events, and Long-Stay Experiences
Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai has announced the launch of an extensive renovation project, thoughtfully designed to enhance the guest journey while embracing the principles of responsible hospitality. The transformation includes a complete upgrade of the hotel's Meetings & Events facilities as well as a full interior refurbishment of the apartment building, combining modern design, cultural connection, and sustainable practices.
Suresh Ferdinandusz has been appointed as Director of Operations at Anantara World Islands Resort
Anantara World Islands Resort has appointed Suresh Ferdinandusz as director of operations.