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Fibra Inn opens 2nd AC Hotel by Marriott in Guadalajara with 180 Rooms

Deutsche Bank Mexico, S.A., Banking institution, Trust Division F/1616 or Fibra Inn (BMV: FINN13, ADR OTC: DFBRY) ("Fibra Inn" or "the Company"), an internally-managed Mexican real estate investment trust specializing in the hotel industry serving the business traveler, announced the opening of the AC Hotel Guadalajara Expo, a full service, 180-room hotel. The venue will be operated by the hotel operator, a Fibra Inn-related company.

Paradisus by Meliá Cancun Renovates

Paradisus by Meliá is pleased to announce the completion of a $2.6 million renovation to the brand"s lavish Royal Service Ocean View Suites and exclusive Royal Service Lounge at Paradisus Cancun in Mexico. The large-scale renovation transformed 135 Royal Service Ocean View Suites to boast of an open-air concept with nature-inspired design details, conceptualized and executed by Melia Hotels International"s architect Alvaro Sans. In December 2017, the resort will introduce a second phase of the property refresh with new Royal Service Lagoon View Suites and a private Royal Service Solarium.

Pablo Andrade has been appointed as Director of Development Mexico at Marriott International, Inc.

With an existing portfolio of 73 hotels, this is Marriott’s largest market in the region and currently, represents 35% of the CALA region’s pipeline with 40 properties in development. This includes the recent signing of a St. Regis property in Los Cabos slated to open in 2020, along with other properties such as the Ritz-Carlton Mexico City – Avenida Reforma, scheduled to open in late 2018.

Hyatt House debuts in Mexico City/Santa Fe

Hyatt House Mexico City/Santa Fe opens today, marking the first opening of a Hyatt House hotel in Mexico and Latin America. With the new property, the Hyatt House brand enters the Latin American market with an innovative hospitality offering that beyond welcoming guests, looks to welcome neighbors. Grupo Presidente, a leading Mexican hospitality company, will be responsible for hotel operations. The Hyatt House brand is rooted in extensive consumer insights indicating that guests seek stylish, comfortable, seamless experiences that accommodate their lifestyles and familiar routines. To embody this, the brand offers casual hospitality and purposeful service in a smartly designed, high-tech and contemporary environment.

Wayu "Light" Wattanakamin has been named Head Restaurant Chef at Sen Lin restaurant at Grand Velas Riviera Maya

In his new role, Chef Light will develop a new menu for the Asian-inspired restaurant, balancing modern and ancient cuisine that plays on new textures and original presentations with the traditional ingredients. The appointment is effective immediately. With 14 years of culinary-industry experience and a native Thai, Wattanakamin began his career after culinary school by opening his own restaurant. He later explored international cuisine at the Sahara Resorts in Kuwait, the Millennium Plaza Hotel in Dubai, the Diplomatic Club in Doha and many more throughout Europe and Malaysia. Most recently, Wattanakamin headed up the Signature Restaurant at Banyan Tree Mayakoba. His experience and talent create a combination of inspiration that stem from recipes passed down from his mom, keeping traditional food and flavors of the Thai Kitchen in every dish.

Rosewood Puebla opens on UNESCO site

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has announced the 2017 opening of Rosewood Puebla, its fourth property in Mexico and first in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Puebla. Situated 75 miles to the southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is renowned for its colonial architecture, traditional cuisine and colourful ceramics. The hotel will be in a prime position near the city"s main square, the Zocalo, which acts as the city"s cultural, religious and political centre.

Jesús Duron has been appointed as Executive Chef at The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort

With ten years of experience in renowned restaurants, Duron’s most recent position was as Chef de Partie Garde Manger and Patîsserie position at Elmer Restaurant, a chic bistro in Paris, France. Beginning his career in Mexico City as kitchen assistant at Les Moustaches, an elegant restaurant specializing in French cuisine, Duron has served as a chef at a number of celebrated restaurants, including La Marine in Noirmoutier, France; Azurmendi Restaurante in Vizcaya, Spain; El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain; and multiple restaurants in Mexico City including, Pujol, Quintonil and Biko. Fluent in French and Spanish, Duron will bring his international expertise and creative vision to his new role at Carolina Restaurant and craft delectable dishes specializing in fine local meats, seafood and fish.

Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Monterrey Valle Opens in Northern Mexico

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world"s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the newly-built 174-room and 25 suitesHoliday Inn Express® & Suites Monterrey Valle hotel located within the Plaza Tanarah complex in the city"s exclusive Valle area. The new design solution offers travelers staying at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Monterrey Valle property enhanced technology and improved service delivery for a simple, smart travel experience.

Aristides Carrillo has been appointed as Spa Manager at Viceroy Riviera Maya

Viceroy Riviera Maya has announced the appointment of Aristides Carrillo to the position of manager of the resort’s spa, announced Pedro Lara, General Manager. Mr. Carrillo comes to The Spa at Viceroy Riviera Maya with 18 years of management experience at leading hotel and resort spas. Prior to joining the team at Viceroy Riviera Maya, he was Assistant Director of Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Mayakoba. Previous positions include Spa & Gymnasium Director at Le Meridien Cancun Resort & Spa, Assistant Spa Manager at Me Cancun, and Assistant Spa Director at The Ritz- Carlton Cancun. The Spa at Viceroy Riviera Maya adopts traditional Mayan healing techniques, treatments, botanicals and indigenous products with its exclusive Mayan Traditions signature spa collection, and at the same time elebrates the latest spa techniques and innovations with special treatment collections and programs of revitalization and rejuvenation. The spa staff includes a Shaman-in-residence, who greets arriving guests with a traditional Mayan blessing.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Signs with Impulsora and Gran Armee for 120-Room Hotel in Quivira, Los Cabos

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR), today announced it will amplify its presence in Mexico with the signing of a 120-room hotel and 60 residences in Los Cabos, one of Mexico"s fastest-growing luxury destinations. Expected to open in early 2021, The St. Regis Los Cabos will be located in Quivira, Los Cabos, an exclusive residential community where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez.