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Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Opens First Resort in Mexico

Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) iconic luxury hotel brand, today announced the debut of Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, transforming The Resort at Pedregal as the brand´s first property in Mexico. The award-winning Forbes Five Star Resort and Spa, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, was acquired by affiliates of Walton Street Capital Mexico and now invites guests to enjoy Mexican-inspired, unforgettable experiences through the brand's True Waldorf Service.

Waldorf Astoria
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Development Pipeline

New Adults-Only Resort in Riviera Maya Will Welcome First Guests On Dec. 15, 2019

Barceló Hotel Group is excited to announce the Dec. 15, 2019 opening date of the all-inclusive Barceló Maya Riviera, a new adults-only, all-suite resort in Mexico's spectacular Riviera Maya. The latest addition to the renowned Barceló Maya Grand Resort complex, the new resort joins Barceló Maya Palace , Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe, Barceló Maya Colonial and Barceló Maya Tropical. In December, the resort complex will also unveil Barceló Maya Arena, the largest convention center and meetings inventory in the region. A combined investment of $250 million-dollars has been allocated to this expansion project.

Barcelo
Quintana Roo, Mexico
Development Renovation

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita Debuts Redesigned Contemporary Guest Rooms

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, the five-star oceanfront resort tucked into the lush landscape of Banderas Bay in the Mexican Riviera Nayarit, announces the completion of a comprehensive multi-year, multi-million dollar renovation. As the final phase of the Resort's extensive transformation, the property now features 177 redesigned guest rooms by Mexico City-based design firm UribeKrayer. Additional Resort enhancements include the debut of Dos Catrinas, a dramatic two-storey beachfront restaurant; an enhanced Apuane Spa and adults-only pool area; and "Soulcations" mind, body and soul spiritual wellness retreats. The Resort's new overall design vision seamlessly connects the open-air and indoor spaces throughout the property with the soothing beachfront tropical setting.

Four Seasons
Corral del Risco, Mexico
Appointment

Judith Segura has been appointed as Director of Sales in Mexico at Teneo Hospitality Group, Mexico Office

Teneo Hospitality Group, the premier Global Group Sales Organization, takes another strategic step in its global expansion program with the appointment of Judith Segura as Director of Sales in Mexico. Based in Quintana Roo on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, Ms. Segura will be responsible for developing new international business originating out of Latin America for Teneo member hotels globally. In August, Teneo quadrupled its presence in 20 key European destinations, adding 50 hotels spanning independent properties, small luxury brands, and premium brands under the Radisson and Accor flags. Now positioned for further growth, Teneo will focus on bringing its increasingly diverse portfolio in iconic destinations to a new audience of conference planners in Mexico and Latin America.

Teneo Hospitality Group
Quintana Roo, Mexico
Development Opening

Curio Collection by Hilton Debuts in Mexico City

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Umbral, Curio Collection by Hilton, representing the brand's debut in Mexico City. The modern 59-room boutique hotel is the latest addition to Curio Collection by Hilton, reinforcing the growth of its portfolio of one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts in premier destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Mexico City, Mexico
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Development Groundbreaking

Groundbreaking: avid™ hotel Fresnillo

Leaders from IHG joined owners of the new Fresnillo location, Mexico-based Operadora MBA, as well as owners of other future avid hotels in Mexico, guests and elected officials to mark the brand's entrance into the market. Expected to open in spring of 2020, the six-story, new-build 95-room hotel is in an area known for its thriving commercial and business activity, and will be located at Boulevard Paseo del Mineral S/N, Col. Emiliano Zapata, Fresnillo, Zacatecas.

avid™ hotels
Fresnillo, Mexico
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Miguel Leopoldo Gallegos has been appointed as Executive Chef at Casa Velas

Miguel Leopoldo Gallegos has been named Executive Chef of Casa Velas, an adults only boutique hotel and ocean club in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. In his new role, he is responsible for the Emiliano and the Beach Club Restaurant and the resort's 24-hr insuite dining program. He will also bring his specialized expertise to developing tailored, unique culinary experiences for guests. A member of SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World), Casa Velas is the only boutique hotel on the Mexican Pacific coast to hold Four Stars from Forbes Travel Guide.

Velas Resorts
Mexico
Appointment

Maxence Bonnamain has been promoted to General Manager at Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort

Bonnamain has been promoted to general manager of Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort where he will now lead a multi-million-dollar renovation of the award-winning seaside retreat. His efforts in Los Cabos have been key contributors to the resort's success year after year, in addition to playing a leading role in the resort's relaunch in 2014. His exceptional experience in operations landed him in Panama in 2017 for a position as general manager of Hilton Panama and Waldorf Astoria Panama, where he provided a stable environment while the team prepared for a management transition.

Hilton
Mexico
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Marco Tabet has been appointed as General Manager at Conrad Punta de Mita

Tabet is an award-winning leader boasting more than twenty years of hospitality industry experience. Most recently, Tabet drove the team to secure a number of coveted awards, including the most recent internal Hilton Hotels & Resorts Connie Award for highest combined ranking of overall quality assurance, experience and service. Prior to Los Cabos, Tabet served as General Manager of Hilton Lima Miraflores from 2013 to 2016, following a role as General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Panama where he successfully led the hotel's opening in 2013 as the brand's first in Latin America.

Hilton
Mexico
Development Opening

The Hyatt Centric Brand Debuts in Mexico With the Opening of Hyatt Centric Campestre Leon

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced the opening of the 140-room Hyatt Centric Campestre Leon, marking the Hyatt Centric brand's entry into Mexico. Hyatt Centric Campestre Leon is the latest hotel to join the global Hyatt Centric portfolio that is designed for a growing segment of savvy explorers seeking shareable moments to inspire others. The Hyatt Centric brand currently has 26 properties across 12 countries, including the U.S., Chile, Peru, Uruguay, France, Japan, Spain and more.

Hyatt Centric
León, Mexico
Appointment

Danyelle Montgomery has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Thompson Zihuatanejo

 With nearly 15 years of leadership experience in the luxury travel sector—including a background working with Mexican resorts—Montgomery brings her passion for travel, industry expertise, and valuable knowledge of Mexico's hospitality landscape to the Thompson Zihuatanejo team. In her new role she oversees sales, marketing, advertising, and reservations for leisure and group travelers at the beachfront resort.

Thompson
Mexico
Development Pipeline

Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Plans Opening in San José del Cabo, Baja California

Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the latest bespoke resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, is excited to announce that reservations are open for stays beginning October 15, 2019. The name Zadún is inspired by the Spanish word "dunas" and the dunes the resort is nestled amidst. Set along the dramatic coastline of San José del Cabo, Mexico, in the coastal haven of Puerto Los Cabos, Zadún will offer panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez. This much-anticipated new resort marks the fourth extraordinary property in the Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio.

Ritz-Carlton
Baja California Sur, Mexico
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Veronika Dora Kecskes has been appointed as General Manager at KASA Hotel Riviera Maya

KASA Hotel Collection announces the promotion of Veronika Dora Kecskes to General Manager of the new KASA Hotel Riviera Maya in Mexico. Kecskes was previously the Operations Manager at KASA Hotel Collection's first hotel in Mexico, Hotel KASA Parota Tulum in Aldea Zama. KASA Hotel Riviera Maya, opening October 1, 2019, will be the hotel group's second hotel. Hotel KASA Parota Tulum and Hotel KASA Riviera Maya are both members of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).

KASA Hotel Collection
Mexico