Avani Hotels and Resorts plans second Malaysian hotel
Avani Hotels and Resorts plans to add a second Malaysian hotel, this one in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah, Malaysia, after signing a management agreement with KTI Property.
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Mövenpick marks its Malaysia debut as landmark conference hotel opens in Kuala Lumpur
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has made its debut in Malaysia, unveiling a strikingly modern hotel and conference centre close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
One&Only Desaru Coast To Debut In Malaysia
Kerzner International Holdings Limited ("Kerzner"), the owner of the ultra-luxury One&Only Resorts and iconic Atlantis Resort & Residences brands worldwide is pleased to announce the introduction of One&Only Desaru Coast in Malaysia.
Peggy Tan has been appointed as General Manager at Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur
Dorsett Hospitality International is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Peggy Tan as the General Manager of Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur, the group's latest asset scheduled to soft open on 8th August 2018.
Christian Metzner has been appointed as General Manager at W Kuala Lumpur
Metzner recently joined W Kuala Lumpur from The Andaman, a Luxury Collection Resort, Langkawi, where he has been the General Manager since 2014, and brings with him a wealth of experience having been part of Marriott International for the past 15 years.
Ribbon Cutting Marks Official Opening of Marriott Hotel in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The wait is finally over, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel celebrated the soft opening of the hotel with an official ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, 12 July 2018. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was officiated by official representatives of City Waterfront Sdn Bhd, accompanied by Adrian Chung, General Manager of the hotel, in front of the hotel's main entrance with a lion dance performance. Watching and celebrating the festivities were the executive committee and associates of Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, guests and members of the media.
Aida Rashid has been appointed as Director of Business Development at Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
Aida has more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. She possesses a solid track record in Sales & Marketing, having worked with the renowned Shangri-La Hotel & Resorts and serving as the National Director of Sales & Marketing. Aida was involved in 6 renovation projects with the Golden Sands Resort and Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa (including the pre-opening of Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa and Shangri-La Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives). Her most notable achievement was the restructuring and development of strategies to drive hotel sales and the action implementation to achieve budget and goals. Prior to her appointment with Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast, Aida was the Group Director of Sales & Marketing for Impiana Hotel Resort Management. Her appointment with the Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast will see her leading various departments such as e-commerce, revenue management, digital marketing and sales.
HVS In Focus: Malaysia - Reinvigorated Opportunities
The Federation of Malaysia, located in Southeast Asia, comprises 13 states and three federal territories covering a total area of 329,847 square kilometres across Peninsula Malaysia and East Malaysia. Malaysia's population is approximately 31.4 million (2017 government estimate) with 62% being of Malay heritage. The country's diversity is reflected in the share of different ethnic groups, such as Chinese, Indians and Indigenous, in its total population.According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the direct and total contribution of Travel & Tourism to Malaysia's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was 4.9% and 13.4%, respectively of the total GDP in 2017, making tourism one of the key supporting industries by the economy.In May 2018, Pakatan Harapan (PH) took over the office from the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) party and its Barison Nasional (BN) coalition government who has been in office since independence in 1957.The change in government has ushered in a new era filled with optimism but uncertainty about the direction that the country is headed for. As of June 2018, GST has been abolished and several major infrastructural projects are under review as PH demonstrated a stern stance towards fiscal commitment.
By Hok CHEE and Jeremy Teo
Rosemarie Wee has been appointed as Director of Community Relations at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Rosemarie Wee as the Director of Community Relations of the all-new ultra-luxurious hotel set to debut in July 2018. As a veteran in the hospitality industry, Wee brings a wealth of experience, specialising in public relations, advertising and community relations.
Dorsett Hospitality International announces soft opening of the Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur
Dorsett Hospitality International is pleased to announce the soft opening of its latest hotel asset in Kuala Lumpur……the Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur on 8th August 2018 with an opening rate of RM200 nett per room night in a Superior Room, valid till 15th December 2018. Located in the affluent township of Hartamas with the majestic Istana Negara (National Palace) as its neighbourhood landmark, the 4-star Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur boast of 290 well-designed and furnished guestrooms and suites. When fully operational, other facilities will include the 158 seats all-day dining café cum lounge Table Talk, 3 multi-functional venues of varying capacities (120 to 40 persons on theatre set-up), a fitness studio and a kids' play pen amongst others. The Rooftop Sky Pool at Level 27 will open at a later stage and when ready will offer a breath-taking view of Hartamas and Kuala Lumpur skyline, day or night.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur Now Open
Located within a glittering new skyscraper next to the Petronas Towers, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur has opened its doors. Rising 65 storeys above the busy streets of the capital, the all-new Hotel is welcoming its first guests to dine, drink, shop, relax, entertain, meet and stay at Four Seasons, and for a select few, to call Four Seasons their new home.
Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur Open for Bookings
Just a 45-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the 5-star exclusive urban resort is located amidst the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle and occupies the top seven floors of the Banyan Tree Signatures Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Building, offering guests a lush repose amidst the hustle and bustle of the big city.
Alila Bangsar Kuala Lumpur for Malaysia
Opened on May 17, 2018, Alila Bangsar is elevated above the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur's most vibrant and cosmopolitan district. The hotel, which is the group's first property in Malaysia, is a modern, urban retreat that combines a haven for relaxation with a lively city vibe and world-class restaurant and bars.
Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur Opens For Reservations
Set to open on 1 July 2018, the much-anticipated Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur is now open for bookings, with exclusive perks offered to guests booking from 1 July 2018 until 30 September 2018 at introductory rates starting from MYR828 nett.
Yogeswaran Veerasamy has been appointed as General Manager at Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
Hard Rock International announces the appointment of Yogeswaran Veerasamy as the general manager for the highly anticipated upcoming property, Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast. Yogeswaran is new to the brand, bringing decades of hospitality industry experience to the team.
Noor Yusof has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Silka Johor Bahru
Dorsett Hospitality International is pleased to announce the promotion of Noor Yusof Sanusi to Hotel Manager of Silka Johor Bahru. In his new capacity, Yusof will not only oversee the daily operations of Silka Johor Bahru but is also responsible in providing strategic direction to ensure the smooth and profitable operation of the hotel. Yusof brings with him more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He joined Dorsett Kuala Lumpur as Front Office Manager in February 1996 and was transferred to Silka Maytower Kuala Lumpur as the Front Office Manager in January 2009. From there, he moved up the ranks to become the Hotel's Director of Operations, overseeing the day-to-day running and manning of the hotel including but not limited to Housekeeping function, Front Desk, F & B and kitchen operations.
Paul Cannings has been appointed as General Manager at Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel
Having worked his way up to his current position, Paul commenced his career with Marriott International in 1998 and held various positions in the Rooms Division at the Renaissance Sydney Hotel, Melbourne Marriott Hotel and Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa.
Robert Lagerwey has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Equatorial Kuala Lumpur
Hotel Equatorial proudly announces the appointment of Robert Lagerwey as the General Manager for its brand new hotel, located on Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. Robert brings 25 years of leadership experience and dedication to the hospitality industry to his new role within Hotel Equatorial. Robert was recently with Pontiac Land Group for 7 years under the hospitality and real estate division, where he held various positions including Regional Vice President of Operations for the Capella Hotel Group Asia and General Manager of Capella Singapore. Robert's degree in Hospitality from Hotelschool The Hague provided him with a solid foundation for his success. Starting as a dishwasher and working his way up ensured that he knew the ins and outs of what makes a hotel work and providing great service. His career soared and was soon working for numerous independent and chain hotels in Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco, London, Bali, Seoul, Singapore, and most notably the Ritz-Carlton Singapore and BVLGARI Bali in the early 2000s. Robert's passion for service excellence is contagious and his efforts were recognised when he was awarded by Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA) as General Manager of the Year in Asia and Most Dynamic General Manager in Indonesia. On top of that, Robert was formerly Chairman of the Bali Hotel Association. Also, during his time at Capella Singapore, the hotel was awarded the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Rating several years in a row.
Hairul Maharis has been appointed as General Manager at Mövenpick Hotel & Convention Centre KLIA
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Hairul Maharis as General Manager of the Mövenpick Hotel & Convention Centre KLIA, which is on track to open mid-2018.A highly experienced hospitality professional, Hairul has worked with some of the industry's most respected brands over the course of his 25-year career, including Le Méridien, Sheraton, and Best Western. He also has a strong background in the management of airport hotels, having previously overseen the Tune Hotel klia2 and, most recently, ISG Airport Hotel in Istanbul.Having graduated from the University of Derby in the UK, Hairul returned to his native Malaysia in 1994 to start a career in hospitality. He worked for several major hotel chains before being appointed Director of Sales at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur in 2004 and achieved his first General Manager role with Suria Resorts Management in 2006. Hairul later oversaw the opening of the Best Western Premier hotel in Ipoh, before becoming GM of the Tune Hotel at klia2. In 2015, he was appointed by Malaysian Airport Holdings Berhad (MAHB) to manage its hotel at Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, known as ISG Airport Hotel.
Malaysia gears up for new hotel openings
The Malaysian project pipeline looks to be in good health. Over the next few years, the Southeast Asian country is set to benefit from scores of new hotels. We check out the prospective openings in Malaysia.