Clifford Weiner has been appointed as General Manager at Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Clifford Weiner as General Manager of Island Shangri-La with immediate effect.
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Nina Hospitality unveils multifunctional space “Nina Communal” at Nina Hotel Kowloon East
Nina Hospitality unveils its first multifunctional space, named "Nina Communal" at Nina Hotel Kowloon East. It is a club lounge and a communal space for modern travellers, locals, and residents, where eating, drinking, socialising, co-working and playing come together. Today, Nina welcomes our guests to book their stay on 1 October 2023 onwards to enjoy an elevated experience and special perks at Nina Communal. Complimentary access will be offered to all guests booking Corner Rooms or Suites. With a limited time offer till 30 October 2023, all other bookings require a supplement of HK$228 for one (Original Price: HK$288) or HK$428 for two (Original Price: HK$488).
Mavis Ko has been appointed as Director of Communications at The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Mavis Ko as Director of Communications. Mavis is a seasoned hotelier with over 15 years' experience in marketing and PR across the F&B and hospitality industries. Prior to joining The Murray, Hong Kong, she was the Director of Marketing Communications (Hong Kong) at the Shangri-La Group, helming the Marketing Communications team that oversees four hotels in Hong Kong. Before that, Mavis was the Director of PR & Communications at Cordis, Hong Kong, the flagship property of the Cordis brand under the Langham Hospitality Group.
Prince Hotel, Hong Kong Reopens
Prince Hotel will reopen on 1 August, after an extensive three-year renovation to its lobby, 394 guestrooms and suites, Continental Club and dining venues. Embodying the energy of Hong Kong, the refurbishment delivers bright and functional spaces that reflect a colourful aesthetic.
Gerhard Aicher has been appointed as Area General Manager at Marco Polo Hotels, Hong Kong
Wharf Hotels, the Hong Kong-SAR-based hospitality group, today announced the appointment of Gerhard Aicher as the new Area General Manager of Marco Polo Hotels in Hong Kong, effective 12 June 2023. Reporting to the group's Vice President, Operations, Gerhard will lead the teams at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel; Gateway Hotel, Hong Kong and Prince Hotel, Hong Kong in delivering operational excellence and enhancing financial performance.
Langham Hospitality Group Signs Deal for New Ying’nFlo in Admiralty, Hong Kong
Langham Hospitality Group has signed an agreement to manage a Ying'nFlo in Admiralty, Hong Kong, and this new property is scheduled to open in September 2023. The new property follows the successful debut of the first Ying'nFlo concept which launched in the colourful district of Wanchai, Hong Kong, in October 2022.
Greg Liddell has been appointed as GM & and Area Vice President at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announced the appointment of Greg Liddell as General Manager, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations overseeing Mandarin Oriental, Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo.
The First Mondrian Hotel in Greater China Opens Q4 2023
Leading Hong Kong's renaissance, Mondrian Hong Kong is poised to redefine hospitality in the region with a singular blend of design, art, performance and imagination.
Anthony Costa has been appointed as General Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Anthony Costa has been appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. Mr Costa began his career with the Group as Resident Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong in January 2007. He was General Manager of The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong for five years before moving to the helm of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. During his tenure, the hotel became the first and only hotel in Japan to be awarded the prestigious Forbes Five-Star rating by the annual Forbes Travel Guide Awards.
Jan-Hendrik Meidinger has been appointed as General Manager at The Excelsior
Jan-Hendrik Meidinger brings 25 years of luxury hospitality experience to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. He joins The Excelsior from his most recent role as General Manager of Park Hyatt Saigon. Jan-Hendrik joined the Hyatt Group as Assistant Front Office Manager at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong in 1999, and rose to Executive Assistant Manager, Rooms. He was later appointed General Manager of Hyatt Regency Guam in 2010. A German national, Mr Meidinger graduated from the University of Surrey, UK, majoring in International Tourism and Hospitality Management.
PolyU Presents TOUROMETER: A Decision Support System through Social Listening for Tourism Policy Formation and Monitoring
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) today (28 April) announced the findings of a study on “A Decision Support System for Post-COVID Tourism Policy Formation and Monitoring”. The study developed a cloud-based social listening platform, TOUROMETER, to measure Hong Kong residents’ sentiment towards visitors and tourism development as well as visitors’ sentiment towards Hong Kong tourism.
Yibing Mao has been appointed as President, Greater China at Marriott International
Marriott International is pleased to announce the return of Yibing Mao, a 24-year Marriott veteran. Ms. Mao has been appointed President, Greater China. A native of Beijing who calls Hong Kong home, Ms. Mao joined Marriott in 1996. She held positions of increasing responsibility during her tenure with the company and before she stepped down in 2020, held the position of Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Counsel, Asia Pacific.
A first glimpse at the wholly reimagined Regent Hong Kong by visionary designer Chi Wing Lo
As it starts preparing for its grand reopening in June 2023, Regent Hong Kong shares the first glimpse of its stunning transformation. Set on the edge of the majestic Victoria Harbour, the legendary hotel called on visionary Hong Kong-born, Milan-based designer Chi Wing Lo to create a design language integrating storied heritage, serene aesthetics, and the Regent signature Beauty of Contrasts.
Stuart Dale has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Global Sales at ROOMDEX
ROOMDEX, the leading innovator in automated upselling solutions for hotels, today announced that Stuart Dale has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Global Sales. In his new position, Stuart will be responsible for leading the ROOMDEX team in maximizing growth and expanding reach across all regions.
ONYX Hospitality Group Expands Its Footprint with the Opening of Y Hotel in Hong Kong
ONYX Hospitality Group continues the expansion of its portfolio with the launch of Y Hotel Hong Kong. The 96-room Y Hotel, set along the tram line in the Sheung Wan area - a neighbourhood full of history and charm, officially opened its door on 23 December 2022.
Hong Kong Poly Research: Staycationers Behaving Badly
COVID-19 has changed how we holiday: out with crowding into airports to fly to distant resorts; in with staying close to home. Although this might seem an effective way to support local tourism while containing the virus, research by Ph.D. student Mr Wilson Au, Dr Nelson Tsang and Dr Clare Fung of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University reveals a downside of “staycationing”. In Hong Kong, many holidaymakers confined to local hotels during the pandemic have begun to behave badly, taking a toll on staff’s mental health. This timely study highlights the need for hotels to remove incentives for staycationers to cause trouble and create an environment that brings out the best in guests.
AB Concept designs Noi, the new restaurant of the Four Seasons Hong Kong
Four Seasons Hong Kong is considered a landmark at the edge of Victoria Harbour combining culinary stature with wellness. In 2021, sixteen years after it first opened its doors, the hotel revealed a new welcome experience designed by international interior design studio AB Concept. As part of an extensive refurbishment, AB Concept designed the hotel's arrival porte cochere and entrance facade, lobby and the Lobby Lounge Gallery, as well as the new award-winning destination cocktail bar, ARGO. This autumn, AB Concept unveils its design for Noi, the new restaurant lounge led by Argentinian-born Michelin-starred chef, Paulo Airaudo.
Langham Hospitality Group launches Ying’nFlo Brand with first Property in Hong Kong
The first iteration of Ying'nFlo has launched in the colourful district of Wanchai, Hong Kong in October 2022 and the brand has plans to rapidly expand, with multiple projects already rolling out across the globe including a hotel in Xiamen, as part of Langham Hospitality Group's first multi-brand project.
Langham Hospitality Group launches bold new hotel brand for Millennial and Gen Z travellers
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Langham Hospitality Group has launched a bold new hospitality brand – Ying’nFlo – boasting affordability, a modern spirit, and a colourful look and feel.
Angus Pitkethley has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Rosewood Hong Kong
The Australian will be responsible for implementing sales and marketing strategies for both hotel and residences operations, including managing their overall sales and distribution strategies, marketing programmes, annual budgets and revenue generation.