Kristen Thompson has been appointed director of sales & marketing of Rosewood Baha Mar, which will open in 2018 as the ultra-luxury collection’s fourth property in the Caribbean. In this role, Thompson will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative sales and marketing initiatives.
Luigi Romaniello has been appointed managing director of Rosewood Baha Mar, which will open in 2018 as the ultra-luxury collection’s fourth property in the Caribbean. In this role, Romaniello will oversee the property’s opening and will manage all aspects of the resort’s operations. Boasting more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Romaniello joined Rosewood Hotels & Resorts in August 1999 as Resident Manager of Caneel Bay, A Rosewood Resort in the U.S. Virgin Islands where he managed all aspects of resort operations, including the implementation of a state-of-the-art wine room. Following this role, he successfully oversaw day-to-day operations of Rosewood Crescent Hotel in Dallas, Texas for five years. In 2007, Romaniello was appointed Managing Director of the then Mansion on Peachtree, A Rosewood Hotel & Residence in Atlanta, Georgia, where he led the team to a successful opening. Most recently, Romaniello served as managing director of Rosewood Abu Dhabi, where he led the opening of Rosewood’s premier property in the United Arab Emirates
Genting Malaysia Berhad today announced the appointment of Patricia (Missy) Lawrence as President of Resorts World Bimini (RWB), effective immediately. In her new role, Ms. Lawrence will oversee all operations at the recently completed resort including gaming, entertainment, hotel, transportation and dining. In addition to being responsible for operations at RWB, Ms. Lawrence will also oversee the Genting-owned Hilton Miami Downtown which recently underwent a $30 million renovation.
Meliá Nassau Beach - All Inclusive, an all-encompassing family-friendly resort located on stunning Cable Beach, announces the completion of its $19 million renovation, which began in late 2014. Part of the Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand of Meliá Hotels International, the 694-guest room resort situated in the western district of Nassau has been completely transformed into a Caribbean oasis that"s the perfect destination for couples, groups and families.
The Board of Directors of Warwick Hotels and Resorts (WHR), led by President Richard Chiu, hosted an official grand opening celebration for Warwick Paradise Island - Bahamaswith formal festivities on Friday, March 31, 2017. The event was attended by more than 300 guests including Bahamas government and parliament officials, society members, industry partners, local businesses and members of the media.
The Board of Directors of Warwick Hotels and Resorts (WHR), led by President Richard Chiu, hosted an official grand opening celebration for Warwick Paradise Island - Bahamaswith formal festivities on Friday, March 31, 2017. The event was attended by more than 300 guests including Bahamas government and parliament officials, society members, industry partners, local businesses and members of the media.
Enchantment Group, one of the world’s leading experiential hospitality management firms, is delighted to announce the appointment of David Flack as General Manager of The Cove resort in the Bahamas. Flack joins The Cove with nearly thirty years of experience operating luxury hotels and resorts, as well as strong leadership experience and extensive knowledge of the Caribbean. Flack served three years as Managing Director of Little Dix Bay in the British Virgin Islands, where he oversaw resort and restaurant operations and executed an extensive, multimillion dollar property renovation. Additionally, he held the positions of General Manager for Cuisinart Resort & Spa in Anguilla, General Manager within the Westin brand, and General Manager of Turtle Island Resort in Fiji. Rounding out his experience, Flack has held leadership positions within the incentive and restaurant industries.
When guests begin staying at the Baha Mar and Grand Hyatt luxury hotels in Nassau, Bahamas, in April, they might not realize there is a secret behind the beautiful, high-quality bathrooms in the properties' guestrooms. Unlike traditional construction, the 1,800 Oldcastle SurePods™ bathrooms were prefabricated in Florida and transported to the island nation in shipping containers.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by the Bahamian subsidiary of Hong Kong-based development company Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) to operate and manage Rosewood Baha Mar in Nassau, Bahamas, which will open in Spring 2018. Set on the gorgeous white sands of Nassau's Cable Beach, Rosewood Baha Mar will be a sanctuary of exclusivity, located within the stunning Baha Mar Resort multi- property oasis in the Caribbean. "Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has had a relationship with Baha Mar since 2011, and we are truly excited to re-engage as the operator of Baha Mar's luxury resort through our partnership with CTFE, Baha Mar Resort's new owner," says Sonia Cheng, chief executive officer of Rosewood Hotel Group. "We are fully committed to this project and look forward to raising our flag in The Bahamas as originally planned."Featuring elegant British colonial architecture and interior styling, Rosewood Baha Mar will epitomize Bahamian refinement and sophistication. The resort will offer 185 ocean view rooms and suites, as well as five luxurious beachfront villas, which will be contemporary and residential in style. Each accommodation will be elegantly appointed with refined Bahamian art and décor. Of note, all guestrooms will boast private balconies with outdoor living areas, while the luxurious four-bedroom villas will offer exceptional tranquility, exclusive services and a private pool. Amenities at Rosewood Baha Mar will include four signature dining venues including Commonwealth, a farm-to-table restaurant that will include a private Rum Room for exclusive, island-style dinners; the Pool Grille -- an inspired, al fresco poolside restaurant that will serve fresh seafood, grilled dishes and cocktails; Bar Riva, a relaxed, nautical-themed bar where guests will enjoy craft cocktails and small plates, and the Library Lounge, which will feature Bahamian-style afternoon tea and unique tea cocktails. Recreational facilities will include Sense, A Rosewood Spa, salon, barber shop, fitness center, two private swimming pools and luxury cabanas. Additionally, guests will have direct and private beach access. Eight meeting and event spaces will provide the perfect setting for corporate meetings, retreats and incentives. The venues – including a 4,950-square-foot ballroom, meeting room, boardrooms, private dining room and two al fresco event areas – will offer exquisite catering, refined service and state-of the art technology.Rosewood Baha Mar will join a regional network of distinctive Rosewood properties in the Caribbean and Atlantic, including Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort, Rosewood Tucker's Point and Rosewood Little Dix Bay, which is slated to re-open in 2017.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with CTF BM Operations Ltd. for the operation of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, the Baha Mar Convention Center and a variety of restaurants, bars and lounges, all of which will be part of the mixed-use Baha Mar Resort on New Providence Island in the Bahamas. The Baha Mar Resort will open in phases, with initial operations at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar expected to begin in late April 2017.
The adoption of Nor1's Merchandising Platform has been expanded to include CheckIn Merchandising™ at Atlantis, the Bahamas based 3,500 room mega-resort to enable their front-desk agents to merchandise their premium inventory and enhance their guests' stay upon arrival.
French Leave Resort, situated on the Bahamian Out Island of Eleuthera, joins Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International's distinctive portfolio of independent, one-of-a-kind hotels. Owned and managed by Shaner Hotels, French Leave Resort is the newest addition to the Autograph Collection Hotels in the Caribbean, and one of only three Autograph Collection Hotels in the region.
The Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas, a new four-star deluxe, adults-only, all-inclusive resort, has scheduled its soft opening for Oct. 28, 2016. Warwick Hotels and Resorts (WHR) invested US$40 million to create the premier adults-only, all-inclusive hotel set along Nassau Harbour with views of Nassau and Paradise Island.
Wright, a seasoned tourism and hospitality professional, brings to his new post 23 years of experience working with airlines, hotels and resorts. Prior to this new role, he held various positions at the historic British Colonial Hilton in downtown Nassau for 15 years. During his tenure at Hilton, Wright received multiple awards for Sales Performance, RevPAR Growth and Hospitality Leadership. He successfully completed the Hilton Worldwide's SHINE 4D program in 2011 and a development and training program for general managers in 2014.
Sands joined Comfort Suites Paradise Island in 2011 as Sales Manager. Her expertise in strategic management led to increased sales and to her promotion to Director of Sales, where she was also responsible for overseeing the hotel's marketing and advertising strategies.
French Leave Resort, managed by Shaner Hotels and slated to be the newest addition to Marriott’s Autograph Collection in the Caribbean this December, is proud to announce the appointment of Joshua Huyder as Executive Chef for the resort’s restaurant, 1648 Bar & Grille. In his new role, Huyder will oversee all aspects of the restaurant's operations, including the culinary staff and food and beverage standards.
French Leave Resort, managed by Shaner Hotels and the newest addition to Marriott’s Autograph Collection in the Caribbean, is proud to announce the appointment of Jahmed Mills as General Manager for the resort.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Resorts World Bimini today announced that Hilton at Resorts World Bimini has completed its second phase opening, introducing major enhancements to the hotel's accommodation, food & beverage, meetings & events and wellness offerings. Hilton at Resorts World Bimini first opened in 2015 and is now in full swing with more than 300 guest rooms, including 18 luxury suites, six dining options, a first-class spa and a rooftop pool offering panoramic views of the island. The hotel is owned and operated by Resorts World Bimini under a franchise license agreement with Hilton Worldwide(NYSE: HLT), and celebrated the completion of these upgrades with a ribbon cutting ceremony this past weekend.
Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas has named industry veteran Benjamin Davis as general manager of the 244-room resort set to open this summer as The Bahamas' premier adults-only, all-inclusive resort. Davis was most recently the general manager at Grand Lucayan on Grand Bahama Island where he spent five years (2011 - 2016) managing the 1,271-room resort. Prior to that, Davis served as chief operating officer for Restaurants Bahamas, the largest restaurant operation in the Bahamas. Davis was general manager at Bimini Bay Beach Resort from 2007 - 2009. He held the positions of vice president and general manager during his four years at the 700-room Radisson Cable Beach and Golf Resort on Nassau. Davis was the hotel manager for Our Lucaya when it opened its doors in 1999. Davis has held various positions with other Caribbean resorts including Barbados' Almond Beach Village and Forte Hotels' Nassau Beach Hotel in The Bahamas, Jamaica Pegasus in Kingston, and Sandy Lane Hotels in Barbados. Davis started his career in London where he worked at Four Seasons Inn on the Park and Forte Hotels' Grosvenor House. Davis has been a board member of the Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association for the past nine years. He also served for four years as a board member of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourism Association. Davis was honoured by Forte Hotels with the "Newcomer of the Year" award in 1991.
Resorts World Bimini, a 750-acre luxury beachfront resort, casino and marina situated on the Bahamian Out Island of North Bimini, is excited to announce its partnership with Chef Hung Huynh, Bravos Top Chef season three winner, as a culinary consultant for The Hilton at Resorts World Bimini.