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Robert-Jan Woltering has been appointed as General Manager at Fairmont Mayakoba

Fairmont Mayakoba, an AAA-5 Diamond resort in Riviera Maya, is delighted to welcome Robert- Jan Woltering as General Manager. In his role, Woltering will work to strategically continue positioning this prized resort among the elite of Caribbean luxury destinations. Nearing its 15-year anniversary, the award-winning resort continues to redefine responsible luxury travel while providing extraordinary experiences for the most discerning guests. To achieve this level of merit, Woltering will work with his team of over 700 Heartists to continue delivering an exceptional service that comes from the heart, for which Fairmont Mayakoba is well-known, whilst magnifying the experience of each guest through culinary, wellness and cultural adventures that create loyalty and lasting memories. Woltering brings over 30 years of international hospitality experience to Fairmont Mayakoba. He began his career in 1987 when he held progressive food and beverage roles with Hilton International and Sheraton Hotels in The Netherlands, France and Madagascar. After joining Hotel Sofitel Luxembourg in 1995 as Food & Beverage Manager, he relocated to Dubai in 1997 as Executive Assistant General Manager with City Centre Hotel and Residence (managed by Sofitel). In 1999 Robert-Jan was appointed to his first General Manager position of the Grand Hotel Mercure Alfa in Luxembourg, before moving in 2004 to Hotel Mercure Prague Centre Na Porici, Praha, Czech Republic. From 2004 until 2015 he held several General Manager positions with Sofitel Hotels, including Sofitel Gent Belfort & Sofitel Brugge, Belgium; Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, The Netherlands; and Sofitel München Bayerpost, Munich, Germany, where he was subsequently promoted to Area General Manager Sofitel Germany. Robert-Jan returned to the United Arab Emirates in 2015 as General Manager, Fairmont Dubai before being appointed Regional Vice President, Fairmont and Raffles Hotels United Arab Emirates. Over the last 18 months he held interim support General Manager roles, first at Raffles Hotels Singapore and most recently at Fairmont Kea Lani. In addition to his impressive roles throughout his career, Woltering has served as a board member in the Amsterdam Red Cross, French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Netherlands and the Amsterdam Tourism and Convention Board and speaks fluent English, French, German, Dutch and Spanish will be his fifth language very soon.

Accor
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Thompson Hotels To Debut Newest Resort In Zihuatanejo on Mexico's Pacific Coast

Luxury lifestyle brand Thompson Hotels will debut its newest luxury resort in Zihuatanejo, Mexico in late 2018, following a repositioning and extensive redesign. Located oceanfront along the destination's Playa La Ropa beach on Mexico's majestic Pacific Coast, Thompson Zihuatanejo will feature 54 suites, multiple food & beverage experiences, and stunning pools, all inspired by the natural beauty of the land, sand and sea.

Thompson
Zihuatanejo, Mexico
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David Schwartz has been appointed as Director of Group & Incentive Sales at Haven Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

David Schwartz has spent over 30 years in the incentive travel industry and has represented some of the finest hotel brands in the Caribbean and Southern US. David joins the Haven Riviera Cancun team as Director of Group & Incentive Sales where he will oversee all MICE business. Due to the resort's nature, its focus will be less on conferences and more on incentive trips and executive retreats. David is most recognized in the industry for serving as the VP of Group and Incentive Sales for Palace Resorts from 1 997-2005. His incredible career has allowed him to work with other notable hotel companies, including the The Ritz-Carlton Company and Marriott International. David has a passion for sharing his industry knowledge, and providing guidance into the next chapter of the incentive industry. He resides in South Florida.

Haven Resorts & Spas
Cancun, Mexico
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Ernesto Luna has been appointed as General Manager at Haven Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

Ernesto Luna has been appointed as General Manager for the newly launched Haven Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa. Prior to this role, Ernesto served as the GM for ME Miami. Ernesto is an experienced manager with a demonstrated history of leading luxury lifestyle hotel operations. In his role as General Manager, Ernesto will be responsible for all day-to-day operations, collaborating with Sales & Marketing, overseeing the F&B program and ensuring top level service standards. Ernesto's career kicked off when he joined the Gran Melia in Cancun to open the Royal Tower in 2000. Following a success ful opening, Ernesto was transferred to Gran Melia Mexico City, then to the Paramount in New York. Following a successful opening, Ernesto was transferred to Gran Melia Mexico City then to the Paramount New York. Soon after Ernesto helped launch ME by Melia and served as the GM for ME Cancun from 2006-2008. This role was followed by an 8-year tenure as the GM for ME Cabo.

Haven Resorts & Spas
Cancun, Mexico
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Xavier Pérez Stone has been appointed as Executive Chef at UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya

UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya is excited to announce the appointment of award-winning chef, Xavier Pérez Stone, as the next Executive Chef to take the reigns at Cueva Siete, UNICO 20˚87˚'s rotating chef restaurant concept. In this role, Chef Xavier will oversee all culinary operations for Cueva Siete and incorporate his menu which will immerse guests in the Mexican culture through regional Yucatan dishes and traditional flavors. Chef Xavier officially took on his new role on September 3rd and will be the Executive Chef at Cueva Siete for the next two years

AIC Hotel Group
Cueva, Mexico
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Cesar Pita Aguila has been appointed as Executive Chef at Viceroy Los Cabos

Viceroy Los Cabos is delighted to announce the appointment of César Pita Águila as Executive Chef of the new luxury resort, opened May 2018 in the heart of San José del Cabo. Pita will oversee all culinary operations for Viceroy Los Cabos' sophisticated and innovative dining venues, each inspired by the resort's idyllic location on the picturesque coastline of Baja California and by the region's traditional flavors. A renowned industry veteran, Pita brings nearly two decades of culinary experience and fervent passion to his new role at Viceroy Los Cabos. Pita joins the Viceroy family from neighboring resort, Rancho Pescadero where he directed the resort's food and beverage efforts as Executive Chef. Throughout his impressive career, Pita has steadily perfected his culinary and operational skills through previous roles as Executive Sous Chef for One & Only Palmilla and Esperanza Resort, both within Los Cabos. A native of Central Mexico, Pita fuses together authentic local flavors and fresh Baja ingredients with a global twist to create uniquely exquisite dishes bursting with flavor. Pita will be at the helm of Viceroy Los Cabos' five atmospheric dining venues, each providing a distinct and unforgettable culinary experience. Culinary concepts reflect the history and culture of Baja, ranging from fresh seafood and traditional Mexican cuisine, to urban farm-to-table and open grill cooking. The property's "Nido" Restaurant, translated from Spanish to mean "nest," is both a visual centerpiece and social epicenter for guests and locals alike. Its latticed, nest-like structure is surrounded by elevated walkways, appearing to float on water. The menu features an international ceviche selection featuring the freshest catch of the day along with innovative handcrafted cocktails by award-winning mixologist Alejandro Garcia. Specializing in house-made sangria, pisco-based cocktails, and beer-infused libations, Nido draws its culinary inspiration from Spain, Mexico, and Peru. Beach and poolside bar, Nidito - meaning "little nest" - is a lively extension of Nido restaurant, delivering a selection of refreshing cocktails and delicious bites, such as fresly-made Baja fish tacos, directly to lounging guests. Located off the main lobby, Casera Cocina - meaning "homemade" - and Otro Bar - meaning "another" - feature traditional Mexican cuisine and a Tequila Library equipped with house infusions, such as chile and marigold, as well as craft coffee and specialty Mexican Hot Chocolate. Additionally, a forthcoming rooftop bar will offer nightly entertainment and breathtaking views upon its debut late 2018.

Viceroy
San José del Cabo, Mexico
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Raúl Villagrán has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun

Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun is pleased to announce Raúl Villagrán as the resort's new Director of Sales and Marketing. In this dynamic role, Raúl's primary responsibility is to lead the resort's sales and marketing team and encourage its continued growth and success. Additionally, he will spearhead strategic initiatives to further expand business and enhance international awareness of this renowned luxury oceanfront property. Raúl joins the resort with more than 35 years of hospitality experience throughout Mexico, The Caribbean and Central America, most recently as Director of Sales & Marketing for the largest all-inclusive in The Bahamas where he achieved year-over-year revenue growth for close to three years. His robust track record of success over the course of his career includes some of the industry's largest and most well-known hospitality brands such as IHG, Starwood and Melia Hotels International. In addition, he oversaw the vacation wholesale business development of Bermuda, The Bahamas and the Caribbean for three vacations brands, including Delta Vacations and Continental Airlines Vacations.

Grupo Posadas
Cancún, Mexico
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The Luxury Collection Debuts First Resort in Baja California Sur

The Luxury Collection®, part of Marriott International, Inc., today announced the opening of Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos. Perched on a coveted 34 acres overlooking the Sea of Cortez, Solaz Resort offers travelers a restorative, wholly transformative experience in the heart of Baja California Sur. Located midway between the bustling vacation city of Cabo San Lucas and the quaint historic town of San José del Cabo, the 128-room beachfront oasis is The Luxury Collection's first hotel on the beautiful Baja California peninsula.

The Luxury Collection
San José del Cabo, Mexico
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First Holiday Inn Hotel Opens in Ciudad Juarez

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the new opening of the 4-story, 196-room Holiday Inn® Ciudad Juárez hotel. Conveniently located on Juarez Tecnologico Avenue 3620, Partido Iglesias neighborhood, and a few minutes from the Abraham Gonzalez International Airport serving Ciudad Juarez, the hotel opens following an investment made by its franchisee Fibra Inn of more than MX$ 211 million pesos.

Holiday Inn
Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
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Jean Louis Magron has been appointed as Property Management Director at Rancho San Lucas

Jean Louis Magron is no stranger to the company, having previously served as General Manager at the Grand Solmar Land's End Resort & Spa during its construction and grand opening. He now returns as Property Management Director at Rancho San Lucas to oversee the successful operation of both the residential and resort portfolio, while implementing the highest brand standards for this new real estate and golf venture. Prior to his experience with Solmar Hotels & Resorts, Magron held several positions as General Manager and Director of Food and Beverage for properties such as Hotel Camino Real Mexico City, Hotel Grand Melia Mexico Reforma, Hotel Hilton Los Cabos Golf & Beach Resort, and Hotel Dreams Los Cabos, among others.

Solmar
Los Cabos, Mexico
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Cynthia Kunz has been appointed as Global Sales Director - Meetings & Incentives at Velas Resorts

With world-class meeting venues in Los Cabos, Vallarta - Nayarit and Riviera Maya, Mexico's Velas Resorts announces it has opened its first US-based group sales office. Spearheading meeting and incentive bookings for all five company resorts, the office in Southern California is headed up by Cynthia Kunz as new Global Sales Director - Meetings & Incentives.

KWE Partners
Mexico City, Mexico
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Geraldine Zaragoza has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Casa Velas

Geraldine Zaragoza has been named hotel manager of Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. In her new role, she is responsible for the adults-only hotel's 80 designer suites with luxury amenities, celebrated cuisine and special gourmet happenings. 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. The appointment is effective immediately.

KWE Partners
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico