SLS Baha Mar announces the appointment of Daniel Rivera, renowned for his unforgettable dining experiences, as the new Director of Food & Beverage. With over 20 years of hospitality expertise spanning luxury hotels, award-winning restaurants, and high-profile culinary ventures, Daniel brings an unmatched depth of experience and visionary leadership to the renowned resort.
Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce its newest project, the Bvlgari Resort & Mansions Cave Cay, in the Bahamas, scheduled to open in 2029. It follows the previously announced projects in Maldives, Miami Beach and Bodrum which are set to open between 2026 and 2027. This new addition brings the Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts Collection to thirteen properties, including Milan, London, Bali, Dubai, Shanghai, Beijing, Paris, Tokyo and Rome.
Rosewood Baha Mar announces the appointment of Shanna Jaycock to wedding & social travel sales manager where she will support Rosewood Baha Mar's on-site events team in bringing guests' visions to life-ensuring seamless execution of all bridal and corporate events. Shanna brings over a decade of five-star event expertise in the bridal and hospitality industries, having held key positions with world-renowned international brands.
Atlantis Paradise Island, the most iconic destination resort in the world, names Eric Segreti as the new General Manager of The Cove. Nestled along a protected cove between two private white-sand beaches, The Cove is an elegant retreat ideal for discerning travelers including couples, families and friends. In his new role, Segreti will oversee The Cove's luxury accommodations and services, manage operations, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the resort's reputation as a premier destination in the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
Renowned for its inimitable brand of immersive extravagance, SLS Baha Mar continues to evolve its group offering with the introduction of a new guest room concept. Centered around delivering extraordinary group experiences, the new rooms and suites completely furnished by RH, will delight all those who wish to say farewell to the everyday - from guests looking for next-level family vacations to ultra-luxe incentive travelers.
Aptech, a leading provider of enterprise accounting, business intelligence, financial planning and management solutions for the hospitality industry, today announces that Baymahni Resort in the Bahamas has selected its PVNG accounting solution to manage the resort’s finances through its renovation and construction phase, as well as for ongoing operations when the property opens for reservations in summer 2025.
The Cove Eleuthera is proud to announce the appointment of Nicholas Cooper and Sally Cooper to Managing Director and Resort Manager, respectively, of the Bahamian resort. Together, the duo brings over 30 years of management experience in tourism and hospitality.
The leading luxury resort Baha Mar announces expansion plans to add a 4th luxury resort as the next phase of its continued development. The new resort and residences will be a stunning addition to Baha Mar's "luxury of choice" collection, with a projected opening in 2029. Today Baha Mar and the government of The Bahamas have signed their Heads of Agreement signaling the approval to move the project forward to construction.
The leading luxury resort Baha Mar announces expansion plans to add a 4th luxury resort as the next phase of its continued development. The new resort and residences will be a stunning addition to Baha Mar’s “luxury of choice” collection, with a projected opening in 2029. Today Baha Mar and the government of The Bahamas have signed their Heads of Agreement signaling the approval to move the project forward to construction.
Hailing from Pau, a picturesque commune nestled by the Pyrenees, Julien Labays embarked on a journey that would eventually lead him to a distinguished career in hospitality. Labays found his calling gradually, drawn by an innate sense that hospitality was where he belonged. With over two decades of experience, Labays celebrates a significant milestone as he assumes the role of Resort Manager at Rosewood Baha Mar in The Bahamas. In this new position, Labays will collaborate closely with Managing Director Monica Ortiz, with a special focus on elevating the guest experience across all areas of the resort to meet Forbes Five-Star standards.
Exuma, a pristine archipelago of 365 islands in the Bahamas, has long been a haven for sophisticated globetrotters and seafarers. Today, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to name the destination as the latest addition to the brand's Caribbean portfolio with the announcement of Rosewood Exuma, a private island experience that will fuse together the best of both ultra-luxury and adventure travel. Imagined in partnership with Yntegra Group, a Miami-based private investment company, the new development will advance Rosewood's evolution as a global leader in luxury lifestyle along with Yntegra's long-term strategic vision of unlocking the unrealized investment and economic potential of the Exumas region.
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) today announces its acceleration of plans to expand the family-friendly Beaches Resorts brand with the development of Beaches Exuma, its fourth resort, and the first Beaches in The Bahamas. To make this new resort possible and as part of a coordinated growth plan across the Sandals and Beaches Resorts portfolio, Sandals Emerald Bay will close on August 15, 2024, and undergo a transformation that is anticipated to begin in Fall 2024 before reopening as the new Beaches Exuma.
Royal Caribbean International and The Bahamas marked the start of a new adventure today as the cruise line broke ground on Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, the 17-acre beach day experience on Paradise Island in Nassau, The Bahamas. The beginning of construction was celebrated on location, where Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty and Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley were joined by The Bahamas' Prime Minister Philip Davis and Deputy Prime Minister I. Chester Cooper to commemorate the major milestone.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar—the luxury, family-friendly resort located on the picturesque island of New Providence in Nassau—announces the appointment of Mehdi Natanzi as the hotel property's new Director of Food and Beverage effective January 22, 2024. With experience spanning more than 20 years within the Hyatt family, Natanzi brings to the role decades of success in providing strategies, coaching, support, and expertise in operations and food & beverage management.
Four Seasons to expand residential portfolio to The Bahamas with luxury oceanfront Private Residences in celebration of The Ocean Club's 60th anniversary.
Intimate Bahamian Island Retreat Reopened its Doors on November 6, 2023.
At a glance, Ki'ama Bahamas comprises a total of 24 residences; 16 four-bedroom Club residences and 8 six-bedroom whole ownership estate homes, a fleet of 8 solar-powered and crewed yachts by Silent Yachts, electric day boats, a beach club and restaurant, spa, a two-acre protected marina and six private white sand beaches.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar announced the appointment of Peter McMahon as the property's new Managing Director. With more than 30 years of experience, he has been recognized for his innovative leadership approach, focused on developing his supporting colleagues and delivering guest service excellence.
Bahamian native Jamal Small was appointed to the role of Executive Chef. A talented culinarian, he is passionate about creating exquisite dishes that highlight the diverse flavours of the Caribbean. Small most recently served as Corporate Chef for Sysco Foods. From 2012 to 2019, he was Executive Sous Chef at The Ocean Club, so he is highly familiar with the Resort operations and is well-known throughout the Resort. His experience, prior to The Ocean Club, includes serving as sous chef and chef de partie for Albany Resort, as well as in leading culinary roles at Baker's Bay, Marley Resort & Spa, and Atlantis.
Ortiz brings 16 years of experience with Four Seasons, most recently joining from Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Vail, Colorado. Excited to trade his snow boots for sandals, Ortiz is delighted to have a change of scenery, from the rugged snow-capped Rockies to the pristine white sand beach and turquoise waters of Paradise Island.