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Mohammed Wazir has been appointed as General Manager at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara
Holding more than 15 years of hospitality experience, Wazir entered the industry as a guest relations manager of Millennium Mayfair. He then was made room division manager before working with Corinthia Hotels for more than five years.
Omar Katafago has been appointed as Director of Sales at InterContinental Muscat
Katafago brings with him more than 10 years of experience in rooms and sales roles within the hospitality industry. Prior to that, he worked with the InterContinental Hotels Group Dubai Festival City as associate director of sales GCC & Government, Emirates Palace, and Crowne Plaza Yas Island.Omar earned his Master's Degree at the Alpine Centre Greece in 2008.
Emmanuel Vallee has been appointed as Area Director of Sales & Marketing at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Oman
In his new role, Vallee will be responsible for leading the sales & marketing teams to drive performance and deliver exceptional results across the seven hotels of IHG in the country.
Karl Marshall has been appointed as General Manager at Alila Jabal Akhdar
Alia Jabal Akhdar, an Omani five-star resort, has appointed Karl Marshall as its general manager.
Les Clefs d’Or UAE joined along with Oman Concierge Group for an Educational Day hosted by Shangri-la Barr Al Jisshah Resort & Spa
In an effort to educate and inspire the concierges and the hospitality ambassadors in Oman, the Executive Committee of Les Clefs d'Or UAE and the Oman Concierge Group have organized an extraordinary Educational Day with Mr. Michael Romei, Honorary Member & Global Trainer, Union International des Concierges d'Hotel (UICH) and Chef Concierge of Faena Hotel Miami Beach.
Luke Borg has been appointed as Executive Chef at Al Baleed Resort Salalah
The Maltese national will lead the resort's three outlets and has plans to introduce new concepts including floating breakfasts, luxury street foods, and more vegan options.
Marriott International Signs Agreement To Bring The Iconic St. Regis Brand To Oman
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that it has signed an agreement with Alfardan Group to introduce the iconic St. Regis brand to Oman. Expected to open in 2022, the 271-room St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort is planned to rise on a prime beachfront plot within Oman's lifestyle and leisure destination, Al Mouj Muscat. The project also includes plans for 170 branded residential units.
Anna-Marie Dowling has been appointed as Area General Manager at InterContinental Muscat
InterContinental Hotels Group has appointed Anna-Marie Dowling as the area general manager for its IHG Oman properties. Dowling who is also the general manager at Intercontinental Muscat, is the first woman to take over the role at the 43-year old property.
Ilias Doulamis has been appointed as Executive Chef at Grand Hyatt Muscat
The Greek-born chef has previously worked in seven countries around the world, racking up more than 18 years of international experience and working in various Michelin-starred restaurants including L'Astrance, Texture, and Le Meurice.
Firas Rashid has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Kempinski Hotel Muscat Oman
A commercial expert with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, prior to joining Kempinski Hotel Muscat Firas held the position of area director of sales & marketing for a five-star luxury hotel brand in Oman in addition to various roles in renowned hotel chains around the world.
Now Open: W Muscat in Oman
Make a splash. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today announced the opening of W Muscat, the brand's newest beachfront W Escape and the second to open in the Middle East this year. Set against the stunning backdrop of the rugged Al Hajar Mountains, which form a stark contrast to the historic capital city's lively waterfront, W Muscat sits at the intersection of the bustling Shatti Al Qurum area. The new hotel opens in an ideal locale to bring the W brand's signature take on playful luxury to the serene waterfront of Oman.
Stefan Thumiger has been appointed as General Manager at Salalah Rotana Resort
Thumiger who has more than 35 years' experience started working with Rotana Hotels on 7 July 2019.
Petr Dubsky has been appointed as General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat
Petr Dubsky started his career with Radisson Hotel Group in June 2008 as Bar Manager at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin. Throughout his career, he has held numerous positions within the Company such as Food & Beverage Manager at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Batumi and Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel, Tbilisi in Georgia. In 2014, he moved on to the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa in Bahrain as Executive Assistant Manager in charge of Food & Beverage. In 2017 Petr joined the Mentor Mentee program which he successfully completed in March 2018. Before moving to Oman to work at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat as General Manager, Petr was the General Manager of Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al Salam for a year and half.
Inga Kaman has been appointed as Director of Sales at Radisson Hotel Group, Middle East
Before joining Radisson Hotel Group in the Middle East, Inga was Cluster Director of Sales UK for Radisson Hotel Group. She also held numerous positions within the hospitality industry working for other international hotel groups such as Hyatt - Global sales, Melia - ME Brand and new openings, Starwood - management trainee.
Andrew Barge has been appointed as director of wellness at Six Senses Zighby Bay
Prior to his current role, Barge was the director of leisure and spa at Dead Sea Marriott, Jordan, where he led a team of 40 individuals.
Paul Uglesic has been appointed as General Manager at Swiss-Belinn Muscat
Swiss-Belhotel International has appointed Paul Uglesic as the General Manager for Swiss-Belinn Muscat in Oman. Paul has ten years of outstanding experience in the hospitality industry working with some of the world's leading brands.
Kiran Sonawane has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Millennium Resort Mussanah
Millennium Resort Mussanah has welcomed Kiran Sonawane as the property's new director of sales & marketing.
Emmanuel Pauliat has been appointed as Executive Chef at InterContinental Muscat
InterContinental Muscat welcomes back Executive Chef Emmanuel Pauliat. Chef Emmanuel is bringing with him over 28 years of international culinary experiences from various five-star hotels and a Michelin-starred restaurant across Middle East, Europe, and East Africa. He will be at the helm of all culinary aspects of InterContinental Muscat, from menu enhancements to efficient kitchen operations including six bars and restaurants, room service, large banquets, outside catering events together with his dynamic kitchen team.
Adnan Khan has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at InterContinental Muscat
Adnan Khan joins as Director of Food and Beverage and will oversee the hotel's food and beverage operations, focusing on innovation, creativity, and providing extraordinary culinary experiences for guests. Khan brings with him an extensive wealth of knowledge with 18 years of global experience in luxury operations including East Africa, Malaysia, Australia, India, and Dubai. He most recently served as the Cluster Director of Food and Beverage for Kempinski Kenya and prior to that he held several positions in various brands including Marriott, Four Seasons, Jumeirah, and InterContinental hotels.