STR: Preliminary May data for Hong Kong hotels
STR's preliminary May 2018 data for hotels in Hong Kong indicates strong performance results. Based on daily data from May, Hong Kong reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
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PolyU Hosted Inaugural World Summit for Deans of Independent Schools of Hospitality and Tourism
Initiated and hosted by the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), the first ever World Summit for Deans of Independent Schools of Hospitality and Tourism was held at Hotel ICON on 27-29 May 2018. The Summit provided a unique platform for deans of 40 institutions from more than 20 countries and regions to discuss and define the future course of strategies for hospitality and tourism schools, and to share solutions to common issues in an effort to promote further growth of hospitality and tourism studies within comprehensive universities.
Bernard Kam has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers
Experience in the full range of human resources area including talent attraction & retention, performance management and development, organization design, merger and integrations, Bernard Kam, the newly-appointed Director of Human Resources, is responsible for leading the human resource strategies, programmes, trainings and performances for a total of 630 associates and managers in the hotel. Prior to joining Sheraton, Bernard held several senior positions over his 25-year hospitality journey including Renaissance Harbour View Hotel, Mandarin Oriental, The American Club, and the recent role as Group Director of Human Resources at Marco Polo Hotels and Plaza Premiu m Group.
Joyce Wong has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers
Joyce Wong joins Sheraton from her most recent role as Director of Mar keting at Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel. Heralding over 20-year experience across the notable brands, with impressive background and proven leadership abilities, she brings along a wealth of experience in driving sales and MICE business from previous appointments at Inter-Continental, Mandarin Oriental, Island Shangri-La, The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott in Hong Kong and mainland China. In her new role, Joyce will oversee the Sales and Marketing division of this 782-room hotel with 15 event and conference spaces, encompasses proactive sales, event booking, marketi ng communications and reservations teams.
Allwyn D’souza has been appointed as Resident Manager at Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers
Recipient of the Rooms Leader of the Year for Marriott Intl Asia Pacific 2014 and the finalist of the Rooms Hotelier of the year Asia 2017 in BMW Hotelier Awards, Allwyn brings with him 17-year of hotel operations and guest relations experience across four Marriott hotel brands - Marriott, Renaissance, Courtyard and Marriott Executive Apartments in Asia Pacific regions including Fiji, Malaysia, India and Singapore. Before joining Sheraton, Allwyn was the Director of Room Operation at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. On his new appointment, he will lead and guide the hotel's operations division.
STR: Preliminary March data for Hong Kong hotels
STR's preliminary March 2018 data for hotels in Hong Kong indicates strong performance results. Based on daily data from March, Hong Kong reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
Olivia Toth has been appointed as Director of Communications at Rosewood Hong Kong
Ms Toth joins Rosewood Hong Kong with nineteen years of public relations, marketing and journalism experience, including a 7-year tenure at The Peninsula Hotels where she served as Director of Communications, Director of Brand Communications, and Director of Public Relations respectively. Ms Toth is a graduate of University College London's School of European Languages, Culture & Society (SELCS), where she received her Bachelor of Arts honours degree.
An Art Affair At Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is delighted to present the Art Affair experience, providing guests with an array of privileges and access during Art Central Hong Kong and Art Basel Hong Kong, which take place in late March 2018.
Noel Merainer has been appointed as Vice President – Development, Asia Pacific at Rosewood Hotel Group
International hotel management company Rosewood Hotel Group has strengthened its business development team with the appointment of Noel Merainer as vice president – development, Asia Pacific to lead the group's expansion in the region for its four distinct brands, including ultra-luxury Rosewood® Hotels & Resorts, deluxe New World™ Hotels & Resorts, neighbourhood lifestyle penta™ hotels, and the newly launched business and lifestyle hotel brand KHOS™.
Benoit Mouclier has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Le Meridien Cyberport
Benoit Mouclier has been appointed as the Director of Sales and Marketing for the hotel. He will be supervising the activities of the Sales and Marketing team. Prior to his appointment, Benoit was most recently Director of Sales at the Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong.
Pierre-Antoine Penicaud has been appointed as General Manager at Le Meridien Cyberport
Le Méridien Cyberport is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Pierre-Antoine Penicaud as the new General Manager whilst Benoit Mouclier as the new Director of Sales & Marketing. Pierre will be in charge of the 170 roomed stylish hotel boasting 5 restaurants and bar, located in Cyberport, in the southwest of Hong Kong Island.
PolyU Study Finds Russian Tourist Satisfaction Hinges on Hotel Features
The majority of Russian tourists are highly satisfied with Hong Kong's upmarket hotels, according to the findings of a recent study by Dr Denis Tolkach and Dr Tony Tse of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). A consideration of more than a thousand online reviews written by Russian guests revealed a particular appreciation for Hong Kong's spectacular views and attentive and friendly hotel staff. While there are a few negative issues that hotels may wish to focus on improving, the findings present an overall positive picture.
The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel by Wharf Hotels has Opened
Wharf Hotels announces the opening of The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, as the group's new flagship Niccolo property and the latest addition to the luxury contemporary chic collection by Wharf Hotels. The Murray will open its facilities, restaurants and bars progressively from today.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Scheduled To Join Hong Kong's Magnificent Skyline In Early 2019
HONG KONG -- St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today announced a collaboration with China Resources Property which is slated to bring the legendary St. Regis brand to Hong Kong by early 2019. Marriott International has nine properties in Hong Kong, but this will be the first property for the St. Regis brand in the city.
Dalip Singh has been promoted to General Manager at Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong
Wharf Hotels is pleased to announce the promotion of Dalip Singh from Hotel Manager to General Manager for Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong. Reporting to the group’s Vice President Operations, Singh will be in charge of the very popular three Hong Kong Hotels located on prestigious Canton Road: Marco Polo Hongkong, Prince and Gateway.
Bruce Ryde has been appointed as VP Luxury Brands & Brand Marketing Asia Pacific at Marriott International
Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the appointment of Bruce Ryde as Asia-Pacific Vice-President for Luxury Brands and Brand Marketing. Bruce will be based in the company’s Asia-Pacific Continent office in Hong Kong.
Hotel Ease Debuts in Tsuen Wan - Marking the Second Hotel Brand Launch for Tang’s Living Group
Tang"s Living Group, a vibrant young hospitality group with a growing range of hotel brands and clubhouse, is bringing its second Hotel Brand – Hotel Ease to the city, slated to open on 1 November 2017.
PolyU receives donation from Zhejiang Drore Technology to advance hospitality and tourism education
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University received a donation of HK$1.08 million from Zhejiang Drore Technology Co., Ltd. (Drore) for the establishment of the "Drore Scholarship" in support of the SHTM's efforts in advancing hospitality and tourism education.
Grand Opening of iclub Ma Tau Wai Hotel
iclub is a select-service hotel brand under the management of Regal Hotels International. To further expand its business in Hong Kong, it launched its fourth Hong Kong hotel in To Kwa Wan. In order to celebrate this momentous event, iclub Ma Tau Wai Hotel held a grand opening ceremony earlier and invited celebrities and KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) to attend. It not only showcased the world-class services and cutting-edge facilities of iclub Ma Tau Wai Hotel, but also echoed its concept – Interconnected, In Vogue and Innovative.
Katerina Giannouka has been appointed as President, Asia Pacific at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, today announced the appointment of Katerina Giannouka as president, Asia Pacific. She will be based in Singapore, at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s Asia Pacific headquarters, and join no later than December 4, 2017. She will report directly to John Kidd, chief executive officer and chief operating officer, Carlson Hotels Inc.