Kevin Haddad has been appointed as front office manager at Raffles Dubai
Haddad joins Raffles Dubai from Grand Hills Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa in Broumana, Lebanon, where he worked as front office manager for the past year.
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Nicola Hands has been promoted to Director of Weddings and Events Sales at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
Due to the outstanding performance of the Events Booking Centre (EBC) at JW Marriott Marquis, and driving more than AED 100 million (US $27.23mn) of business in 2017, Hands will now head both the re-branded Marquis sales office and the catering sales segment at the property. Hands began her career with Marriott in 1996 as a banqueting waitress during her studies at Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club and then moved on to Slough Windsor Marriott in 2000 to work in the sales & events department.
Mohamed El Aghoury has been appointed as General Manager at Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
El Aghoury brings more than twenty five years of hospitality experience to his new role including leadership positions at some of the UAE’s hotels and resorts. Prior to joining Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort, he was the cluster general manager at The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & SPA. The appointment marks El Aghoury’s second position with Sheraton Jumeirah, following three years (2004-2007) as director of sales for the property.
Haitham Assem has been appointed as Multi Property Director of Marketing and Communications at Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection
Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection has appointed Haitham Assem to the role of multi-property director of marketing and communications for The St. Regis Dubai, W Dubai - Al Habtoor City and The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City.
Emerald Palace Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Dubai Opens Q2 2018
With its opening scheduled in 2018, this legendary European Palace in Dubai will complement the Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, opened in 2011. The outstanding palace hotel will feature 389 rooms and suites. Rooms start at a size of 67 square metres and are thus the largest rooms in this category on the Palm. In addition, the Emerald Palace stands out due to the largest indoor swimming pool, with 175 square metres, as well as the largest private cinema on Palm Jumeirah with a capacity of 80 seats. Guests can enjoy 500 metres of private sandy beach and the 3,000 square metres Cinq Mondes spa, including 24 spacious treatment rooms and two private spa suites. The hotel hosts six exclusive culinary experiences, including all-day dining; the lobby lounge, pool and beach bar; in-room dining; "Mix", the first restaurant operated by renowned 3-Michelin starred chef Alain Ducasse in the UAE; the Italian en vogue restaurant "All'onda" from New York, managed by China Grill Management; "Il Riccio" Beach House & Restaurant, managed by Doğuş Group; and an upcoming Lounge/Bar.
Strategic portfolio revamp for Kempinski in Middle East and Africa
Outstanding new destinations will be added to the Middle East and Africa portfolio of Kempinski Hotels in the coming months and throughout 2018, as Kempinski continues to strengthen its foothold in the region's luxury segment with a portfolio revamp.With two prestigious openings in the pipeline and additional projects underway in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Africa, Kempinski is making significant investments in prestige properties in the region to satisfy growing demand for authentic luxury hospitality. "Our hotels in the Middle East and Africa feature some of the most iconic luxury properties in the Kempinski portfolio and our upcoming openings, including Emerald Palace Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Dubai Hotel and Kempinski Hotel Muscat, are sure to fulfil this brand promise," said Henk Meyknecht, COO Middle East and Africa. "At the same time, we are applying increasingly higher standards across our portfolio and, as a result, Kempinski Hotel Ajman will exit the portfolio as of January next year."In line with the long-term vision for Middle East and Africa, Kempinski targets operating luxury hotels in each key city within the GCC, as well actively expanding presence through selective growth in exciting destinations in Africa.UPCOMING OPENINGS:KEMPINSKI HOTEL MUSCATMUSCAT / OMAN(opening in Q1 2018)Nestled within the community of Al Mouj and spread along six kilometers of stunning coastline, the Kempinski Muscat is an unparalleled luxury destination in the capital of Oman. Future guests will be delighted by two kilometres of white sandy beach; Oman's only signature PGA standard 18-hole golf course, designed by Greg Norman; as well as the 400-berth Al Mouj Marina, Oman's largest private yachting hub. Next to the Kempinski Hotel Muscat with 310 rooms amongst 40 suites and two presidential suites, each with a private swimming pool, the Kempinski Residences features 77 serviced apartments for long stays and leasings. Eight unique restaurants and bars offer a wide culinary range – inside and under the open sky.EMERALD PALACE KEMPINSKI PALM JUMEIRAH DUBAIDUBAI / UNITED ARAB EMIRATES(opening in Q2 2018)With its opening scheduled in 2018, this legendary European Palace in Dubai will complement the Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, opened in 2011. The outstanding palace hotel will feature 389 rooms and suites. Rooms start at a size of 67 square metres and are thus the largest rooms in this category on the Palm. In addition, the Emerald Palace stands out due to the largest indoor swimming pool, with 175 square metres, as well as the largest private cinema on Palm Jumeirah with a capacity of 80 seats. Guests can enjoy 500 metres of private sandy beach and the 3,000 square metres Cinq Mondes spa, including 24 spacious treatment rooms and two private spa suites. The hotel hosts six exclusive culinary experiences, including all-day dining; the lobby lounge, pool and beach bar; in-room dining; 'Mix', the first restaurant operated by renowned 3-Michelin starred chef Alain Ducasse in the UAE; the Italian en vogue restaurant 'All'onda' from New York, managed by China Grill Management; 'Il Riccio' Beach House & Restaurant, managed by Doğuş Group; and an upcoming Lounge/Bar.
STR: Preliminary September data for Dubai hotels
STR's preliminary September 2017 data for Dubai, United Arab Emirates, indicates performance declines consistent with significant supply growth. Based on daily data from September, Dubai reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
HMH signed 5-star Coral Dubai Al Barsha Hotel
Hospitality Management Holding has signed the management agreement to operate the Coral Dubai Al Barsha Hotel. The stunning 5-star property (formerly the Auris Plaza Hotel) is superbly located in the heart of Al Barsha within walking distance from the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai and features 337 well-appointed rooms equipped with world-class facilities.
Ivan Vidal has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine - La Tablita at Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights
Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights is pleased to announce the appointment of Ivan Vidal as La Tablita’s new Chef de Cuisine.
Hiren Mazgaonkar has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at DUKES Dubai
DUKES Dubai, the quintessentially British branded, five-star hotel and residences on Palm Jumeirah has announced the latest addition to its executive team with the appointment of Hiren Mazgaonkar as Director of Sales and Marketing.
Emaar Plans New VIDA Hotel in Dubai
Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure subsidiary of Emaar Properties, has unveiled plans for Vida Harbour Point, a new waterfront lifestyle project in Dubai and the seventh upcoming hotel project in the UAE under Vida Hotels and Resorts. Vida Harbour Point is the second hotel project by Emaar Hospitality Group in Dubai Creek Harbour, having recently unveiled Address Harbour Point, a premium lifestyle hotel and serviced residences to be operated by Address Hotels + Resorts.
Nael El Waary has been named Cluster GM at Roda Hotels and Resorts
Roda Hotels and Resorts has appointed veteran hotelier, Nael El Waary, as the cluster general manager for Roda Al Murooj Downtown, Roda Amwaj Suites, Roda Boutique Villas, and Roda Beach Resort.
Malek Safa has been promoted to EAM Sales & Marketing at Grand Hyatt Dubai
In 2002, Safa joined Grand Hyatt Dubai as an events sales executive and was later promoted to director of events sales.
Moritz Frings has been promoted to Director of Sales at Grand Hyatt Dubai
Grand Hyatt Dubai has promoted its associate director of sales Moritz Frings, to lead the team as the new director of sales.
Faiek El Saadani has been promoted to General Manager at The St. Regis Dubai
Faiek El Saadani has been promoted to general manager of the five-star luxury hotel, The St. Regis Dubai located within the heart of the Al Habtoor City Complex.
Laurent A. Voivenel Addresses Digitalization In Hotels At TOPHOTELPROJECTS World Tour in Dubai
Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, addressed delegates at Top Hotels Project World Tour Dubai on Digitalization in Hotels yesterday. The conference presented a unique mix of critical industry insights and power networking in an interactive and inspirational programme.
Laurent A. Voivenel Speaks On Growth Of Mid-market Sector At The Hotel Show In Dubai
Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, was among the top speakers today at The Hotel Show being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 18 to 20th September, 2017. Speaking at the Middle East Hospitality Leadership Forum, Laurent participated in a panel discussion on the booming mid-market in Dubai and its ongoing effect on 4* & 5* operators.
Rotana’s chief executive officer Omer Kaddouri wins ‘Hospitality CEO of the Year’ at CEO Middle East Awards 2017
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with hotels across the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, added yet another prestigious accolade to its long list of accomplishments when its President & CEO Omer Kaddouri was honored with the 'Hospitality CEO of the Year' award at the CEO Middle East Awards 2017 held yesterday evening in Dubai.
Kleindienst Group Launches The Floating Venice - the World’s First Underwater Luxury Vessel Resort - in The World Islands, Dubai
Kleindienst Group today launches The Floating Venice, the world's first underwater luxury vessel resort at Cityscape Global. Valued at 2.5Bn AED (680m USD), The Floating Venice will be located in The World islands, 4km offshore from Dubai and will bring an authentic Venetian experience to the Middle East.