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BridgeStreet Launches the First Mode Aparthotel in Paris

BridgeStreet introduced an innovative, new aparthotel experience this month in Paris called Mode Aparthotel. This unique concept combines the space and freedom of apartment living, together with exceptional 24/7 hospitality and facilities - alongside the advanced technology and comfort demanded by today's business traveler. Mode is a concept that is redefining the extended stay model by inviting guests to feel like they're a part of a local community and treating them as if they were home - wherever they are.

Mode Aparthotel
Paris, France
Development Pipeline

FAUCHON, the Luxury French Food Purveyor, Launches A Collection Of 20 Boutique Hotels, With A First Property in Paris Opening September 1

The name, FAUCHON, has long been associated with fine foods, patisserie, and other French delicacies, and in just a few months, the brand will mark its entrance into the hospitality industry with the much-anticipated September 1 opening of its first luxury boutique hotel: FAUCHON L'Hôtel Paris. The 54-room, five-star property is situated on the Place de la Madeleine, the home of the FAUCHON brand since 1886, and is already a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.

FAUCHON Hospitality
Paris, France
Development Renovation

Renaissance Paris Vendome Hotel Relaunches Following Theatrical Renovation

On the heels of the brand's annual Global Day of Discovery, Renaissance Hotels today officially unveiled the Renaissance Paris Vendome Hotel following a multi-million dollar transformation of its guest rooms and public spaces. Reimagined by Didier Gomez Interior Design, the 97-room intimate hotel evokes its enviable location in the heart of the historic 1st arrondissement. The dramatically designed Renaissance Paris Vendome Hotel serves as an impressive example of the brand's reinvigorated momentum to evolve and grow its global portfolio of hotels around the world - with openings planned this year in the United States, the Netherlands, Indonesia and Taiwan. 

Renaissance
Paris, France
Appointment

Quang Thai has been appointed as Chief Strategy Officer at Jin Jiang Europe, holding company of Louvre Hotels Group

Appointed as Chief Strategy Officer of Jin Jiang Europe, the holding company of Louvre Hotels Group, Quang Thai oversees the creation of the new "Strategy, Innovation & Activation" department of the world's n ° 4 hotel industry.In this role, he will be in charge of developing the strategy, setting up innovative solutions in terms of process, operational model and technology within the group, and this, in order to strengthen his ability to cross levels in terms of performance and value-added services to customers, group employees and investors.

Louvre Hotels Group
Paris, France
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Emmanuel Perrotin has been named Rosewood Curator at Rosewood® Hotels & Resorts

Rosewood® Hotels & Resorts, the ultra-luxury hotel group that currently manages 23 properties worldwide, today adds renowned art expert Emmanuel Perrotin to its Rosewood Curators program, a carefully selected group of luminaries and leaders who share travel recommendations and insider tips for Rosewood destinations around the world. Perrotin joins Rosewood Curators on behalf of Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel, the landmark Parisian hotel that reopened in 2017 following an extensive four-year transformation.

Rosewood Hotel Group
Paris, France
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Hotel Martinez Reopens

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the grand reopening of Hôtel Martinez, Cannes as part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, following major renovations and a complete redesign. Located on Boulevard de la Croisette, the 409-room hotel is one of the most recognizable hotels on the French Riviera, rich in culture and history.

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Cannes, France
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Nicolas Combes has been appointed as Directeur de la restauration (F&B Manager) at The Peninsula Paris

At 42, Nicolas Combes is entrusted with the Food and Beverage Department at The Peninsula Paris and becomes the custodian of its gastronomic offer. Born in Poitiers, graduated in Marketing and Hotellière Management in La Rochelle, Nicolas has been working for more than fifteen years in the international luxury hotel industry. He climbed the stairs one by one, multiplying his experiences in renowned institutions in New York, Bora Bora and Paris where he served as Assistant Director of Restoration at Four Seasons George V for more than two years. In contact with the greatest stars - Philippe Legendre, Eric Briffard, Christian Le Squer or Joel Robuchon ... he shows tenacity in his managerial functions to rise to the top. Throughout his career, Nicolas develops a significant interest in various cultures. Working in Europe, the United States and the Pacific Islands has given him a solid cultural experience, helping him to understand the desires of the most demanding high-end travelers from all over the world, as well as his collaborators from diverse backgrounds. Man of the field and public relations, guarantor of the culinary image of the establishment and the osmosis between the various points of restoration and the Direction, he will be the new conductor of an inspiring symphony of a hundreds of talented employees, sharing its strategic vision of the business, adapted to the creative line of each restaurant of the hotel and their image and financial objectives.

Peninsula
Paris, France
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Jean Claude Wietzel has been appointed as Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris

From June 2018, Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris welcomes Jean Claude Wietzel as Regional Vice President and General Manager. ollowing a 16-year long career with Four Seasons, Wietzel makes the move from his most recent post as Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea in Hawaii to Europe to oversee his new region from the iconic Parisian hotel.After a Master of Business Administration in International Hotel Management in France at IMHI (Cornell University - ESSEC) and an international career, Wietzel joined the Four Seasons family in 2002 as the Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel New York. He soon was appointed to the same position at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris, where he gained the respect and care of the 600 talents working at the Hotel, offering the most unique experiences to Hotel guests during his four year tenure.In 2007, Jean Claude was promoted to General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, followed by Four Seasons Resort Marrakech where he served as the opening General Manager. He then embraced the alohaspirit when he joined Four Seasons Resort Maui, a 380-room resort, where he managed a staff of more than 900 employees and built a strong commitment to the local community. He has also completed with his team a floor-to-ceiling transformation of the Resort's guest rooms and suites, along with numerous enhancements in the public areas. He was promoted to Regional Vice President in 2017 before coming back to Paris and his beloved George V, where the enthusiastic staff warmly welcomed him back after 11 years."During those 16 significant years within Four Seasons, the four years I spent at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris truly filled me with unforgettable memories. This Hotel strikes me with its perfect combination of the highest refinement and a rare human signature. I have to admit I always cherished the idea that I might one day come back to this iconic Palace I call home," says Wietzel.The legendary Hotel, which celebrates its 90 year anniversary in 2018, features 244 rooms, suites and a collection of private apartments boasting spectacular views of the City of Light and Eiffel Tower. The Hotel paved the way to culinary excellence in 2017, earning 5 Michelin stars across its three restaurants - an unprecedented achievement among European Palace hotels. Jean Claude Wietzel will now be piloting exciting additions to the Hotel, such as the reveal of two new ballrooms filled with natural light, a new marble courtyard or the highly anticipated new Spa opening in June 2018.

Four Seasons
Paris, France
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Jerry Inzerillo has been appointed as “Membre d’Honneur” at Les Clefs d’Or

Forbes Travel Guide CEO Jerry Inzerillo, world- renowned visionary and innovator in tourism, hospitality, and entertainment, has been presented with a "Membre d'Honneur" Certificate to Les Clefs d'Or, the world's premier association of hotel concierges. The certificate was presented during the 65th Union Internationale des Concierges d'Hôtels Les Clefs d'Or Congress currently taking place in Seoul, Korea April 5th through 10th 2018, where Mr. Inzerillo is a featured speaker. "Forbes Travel Guide has always understood the value of outstanding service and the role the hotel concierge plays in creating exceptional guest experiences," says Robert Marks, President of Les Clefs d'Or USA. "We look forward to building on the partnership between Forbes and Les Clefs d'Or as we help to set the standards of true luxury service in the hospitality industry."

Forbes Travel Guide
Paris, France