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Hyatt Announces Plans for First Andaz Hotel in Mexico City

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Grupo Murano for a new luxury lifestyle hotel, Andaz Condesa Mexico City, to be located in Mexico City's Condesa neighborhood. The 213-room hotel will represent the first Andaz property in Mexico City, and is expected to open in late 2022 as part of the I421 mixed-use complex, formerly known as the historic Conjunto Aristos.

Andaz
México City, Mexico
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Hilton sets a new standard for the all‑inclusive experience as it expands its offering in Mexico

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, marking the company's first-ever all-inclusive offering in Tulum. Located beyond the mangroves and overlooking the white-sand beaches and Caribbean coastline of the Riviera Maya, the beachside resort is a destination unto itself, offering a new kind of retreat for travelers seeking great service and extensive amenities alongside enriching culture and lasting experiences. The resort offers rooms and suites in three-story villa-style buildings, a variety of dining experiences including five signature restaurants, a vast selection of entertainment, activities and pools and a dedicated, secluded Family Zone with a water park playground. With 735 rooms, Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort is Hilton's largest resort in the Caribbean and Latin America and joins the campus of the recently debuted Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, with nearly 30 additional Hilton-branded properties set to open in Mexico in the coming years.

Hilton
Chemuyil, Mexico
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Ronny Fernández has been appointed as Manager at Naviva®, A Four Seasons Resort

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts welcomes Ronny Fernández as the inaugural resort manager of Naviva®, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico. Set to open in November 2022, the Resort will feature 15 luxury tents nestled amidst 48 forested acres on the Riviera Nayarit's Pacific Coast. Fernández, who held ascending roles with Four Seasons since 2003, will bring the portfolio's most intimate resort to life through a high touch yet unassuming experience that encourages personal growth and self-discovery.

Four Seasons
Punta Mita, Mexico
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Banyan Tree Group announces the signing of Banyan Tree Veya Bacalar

Today, Banyan Tree Group announces the signing of Banyan Tree Veya Bacalar, set to open early 2025 in Mexico's Bacalar Lagoon region located in the southern part of Quintana Roo. The $28 million, 40-key resort marks Banyan Tree Group's sixth location in Mexico and third in the Yucatán Region, where the Group continues to expand its multi-brand portfolio of hotels, resorts, galleries, golf, spas and residences. Situated a few hours south of traditional tourist destinations and 30 minutes north of the Belize border, Bacalar is best known for its crystal-clear waters that native Mayans call "the Lagoon of the Seven Colors," referring to the water's multiple hues of blue, from turquoise to deep-sea indigo. This serene natural environment is an ideal location for the Group's newly launched Veya brand, one that provides guests with a holistic wellbeing experience.

Banyan Tree Veya
Bacalar, Mexico
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Giancarlo Goeta has been appointed as Commercial Director at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya & Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort

As Commercial Director for both hotels, Giancarlo Goeta is responsible for sales performance metrics and works closely with the entire Hilton Worldwide Sales engine teams to identify new opportunities and target customers. Working to drive awareness for the company's newest ventures in Tulum and in the all-inclusive space with key consumer audiences, Goeta will secure visibility in Mexico and throughout the international market.

Hilton
Tulum Riviera Maya, Mexico
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Markus Laahanen has been appointed as General Manager at NIZUC Resort & Spa

Raised in Finland, fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Finnish, German, Danish, Norwegian and Italian languages and graduated with honors in Hotel Management in Neuchatel Switzerland, he's an experienced hotelier who transitioned from Guest Service Manager to Night Manager in Gothenburg Sweden to F&B Manager in The Setai Miami in 2004 and Resident Manager in Soneva Gili by Six Senses in Maldives. While in México, Mr. Laahanen served as General Manager in Hotel Nomade and Be Hotels from 2018 to 2020, and also worked with Hotel Palmaïa, The House of Aïa in Tulum.

Grupo BRISAS
Cancún, Mexico
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Emilio González has been appointed as Head Chef at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya

As Head Chef at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya's Japanese restaurant, Ukai, Emilio González creates expertly handcrafted sushi and seafood dishes alongside his team. Ukai is a sushi bar dedicated to the traditional Japanese fishing methods, brought to life as a modern sushi counter committed to sustainable fishing. Signature dishes include González's elevated take on traditional Chinese ramen using experimental ingredients, and sashimi from a diverse array of fresh fish.

Hilton
Mexico
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Jersaí Miranda Sánchez has been appointed as Head Chef at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya

As Head Chef at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya's distinguished restaurant, Autor, Jersaí Miranda Sánchez leads the kitchen to serve up distinctive Mexican cuisine using a blend of fresh and ancestral Mexican techniques. The resort's most sophisticated dining experience is an ode to its chef or 'author' where guests experience a personalized culinary journey curated by Chef Jersaí Miranda Sánchez. With offerings that are complex in flavor and simplistic in execution, standout dishes include decadent bone marrow tacos and campeche shrimp, made using local ingredients from the surrounding region.

Hilton
Mexico
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Vinod Narayan has been appointed as General Manager at Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection

Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection, the Riviera Maya's newest luxury destination located on a stretch of pristine white sand beach, today announces the appointment of Vinod Narayan as general manager. Narayan brings knowledge of the luxury hospitality industry and the region's demands in order to provide Etéreo guests with a tranquil and exceptional stay. In this new role, Narayan will oversee the daily operations of the team, including revenue management, strategic goal setting and guest assistance, to ensure synchronicity and Auberge Resorts Collection's gold standard of service.

Auberge Collection
Riviera Maya, Mexico
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JW Marriott Debuts in Guadalajara, Mexico's Second Largest City

JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, arrives in Guadalajara with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Guadalajara, ushering in a new level of luxury and sophistication to the second largest city in Mexico. With meaningful design, exceptional service, and a holistic approach to well-being, the hotel brings the JW Marriott brand's mindfulness principles to life, allowing guests to be present in mind, nourished in body, and revitalized in spirit with each stay.

JW Marriott
Guadalajara, Mexico
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Antonio Vera has been appointed as Regional Director, Mexico & Central America at Preferred Hotel Group

As Regional Director, Mexico & Central America, Antonio Vera is now responsible for the growth of all brands in the Preferred Hotel Group portfolio across Mexico and Central America. Since joining the company more than six years ago, Antonio has grown Mexico to be the second-largest country in the Preferred Hotels & Resorts portfolio, with 60 best-in-class hotel and resort members. He will continue his prior responsibilities while also driving first-time presence for all of the company's brands in new markets, including but not limited to Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Panama. Before joining Preferred, Antonio served as the Director of Sales & Marketing for Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and was primarily focused on driving domestic and international travel to the Acapulco region.

Preferred
Mexico City, Mexico
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Stefania Ymay has been appointed as Regional Director, Mexico at Preferred Hotel Group

As Regional Director, Mexico, Stefania Ymay will continue to manage a portfolio of valuable hotel accounts as part of her elevated role, which includes leadership support and training for both Preferred team members and clients in the region. Over the past six years, Stefania has positively impacted the growth and retention of member hotels, with a particular focused on city-center properties, resulting in a strong presence of small group partners such as Brisas Hotels, Hotsson Hotels, and Tafer Hotels. Before joining Preferred, Stefania worked for Grupo Aeromexico and handled commission negotiations, strategy development, and client relations.

Preferred
Mexico City, Mexico
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Julio Cesar Chavez has been appointed as Head Chef at Viceroy Riviera Maya

Mexico's #1 resort, Viceroy Riviera Maya has announced the promotion of an exciting young cook, Julio Cesar Chavez Arias to lead the already impressive team of culinary experts at its fine-dining restaurant: La Marea. Widely known as one of the region's top fine dining destinations, Viceroy Riviera Maya stands out for its unique interpretation of traditional Mexican cuisine and customs.

Viceroy
Playa del Carmen, Mexico