Mirza Ibracevic has been promoted to Director of Recreation at Marriott Hotels Dubai
Mirza Ibracevic has been promoted to director of recreation across six Marriott hotels in Dubai owned by Wasl.
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Ibtissam Doubaj has been promoted to Cluster Director of Sales at Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites
In just one year as director of sales, Doubaj's contributions to the all-inclusive concept have led to her appointment as cluster director of sales.
Birles Bizhkenov has been promoted to Director of Rooms at Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites
Transitioning from his role as front office manager at Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites, Bizhkenov's versatile skills and adaptability to last-minute changes have earned him the position of director of rooms.
Barkin Kartal has been promoted to Director of Operations at Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites in Dubai
With nearly five years at the hotel, Kartal's career progression reflects his dedication and approachable leadership style.
Mustafa Kemal has been promoted to Director of Food & Beverage at Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites
Bringing nearly two decades of hospitality experience, including six years at Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites, Kemal's promotion to director of F&B is a testament to his consistently exceptional performance.
Jeremy B. Kerschen has been appointed as Account Director of Luxury Consortia Sales at Atlantis Dubai
Jeremy B. Kerschen has joined Atlantis Dubai as account director of luxury consortia sales.
Holiday Inn Launches Its First Innovative Open Lobby Concept In UAE In Business Bay
Holiday Inn Dubai Business Bay, the latest addition to IHG Hotels & Resorts' renowned Holiday Inn brand, is now open and introduces the first Holiday Inn innovative Open Lobby concept in the United Arab Emirates.
Ramsey Saarany has been appointed as General Manager at Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort
Starting his career in hospitality in 2004, Saarany initially joined Jumeirah Group as a management trainee. He later transitioned to Sofitel Dubai Downtown, serving as the executive assistant manager. His career further progressed when he became the hotel manager at Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa in 2019. Since January 2022, he has been serving as the General Manager at Alwadi Hotel Doha - MGallery in Qatar.
Sarah Hammond has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort
With over two decades of expertise in the high-end hospitality industry, spanning the UAE, Indian Ocean, and various global locations, DOSM Hammond is recognized as a dynamic and accomplished leader. Her track record in achieving outstanding outcomes is attributed to her strategic planning skills, commitment, and effective communication abilities.
IHG and RAK Properties expand partnership with the introduction of ‘Staybridge Suites Mina Al Arab’ in Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Properties PJSC, (ADX: RAKPROP), Ras Al Khaimah's leading publicly listed property developer announced that it has expanded it's strategic relationship with IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG®) with the introduction of 'Staybridge Suites Mina Al Arab' on Hayat Island.
Waleid Elsahi has been promoted to Director of Front Office at Amwaj Rotana-Jumeirah Beach
Amwaj Rotana Hotel has promoted Waleid Elsahi to director of front office.
Hilton Green Breakfast Records 62% Reduction in Food Waste Across 13 UAE Hotels
Hilton, in collaboration with Winnow and ne’ma, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Food Loss and Waste initiative, announced the results of the ‘Green Breakfast’ pilot program which saw a 62% reduction in pre- and post-consumer food waste across breakfast operations in 13 UAE-based hotels across a four-month period. As a company founded on the belief that hospitality has the power to be a force for good, Hilton is committed to reducing waste across our global operations by implementing a food waste reduction program in every kitchen and taking active steps globally and within the UAE to reduce food waste across its portfolio of brands.
OMNIYAT’s announces second Dorchester Collection property in Dubai
OMNIYAT has initiated the construction of its latest project, VELA, in partnership with Dorchester Collection in Dubai. This development comes on the heels of OMNIYAT's recent acquisition of the Marasi Bay Marina in Business Bay. VELA, a brainchild of Foster + Partners for design and Gilles & Boissier for interior aesthetics, is set to be a 150-meter high structure, covering over 270,000 square feet across 30 floors. It will house 38 luxury, fully-furnished residences.
Samith James has been appointed as Executive Pastry Chef at Raffles the Palm Dubai
James' experience includes setting up pastry and bakery operations in luxury establishments around the world. His career began in Melbourne, Australia, working on the confectionary selection across five venues.
Trevor Allan Macleod has been appointed as Director of Culinary at Raffles the Palm Dubai
Macleod's career spans more than two decades across North America, the Middle East, China, and South East Asia and has a background Japanese, Mediterranean and modern Chinese. The hotel says he has a consistent and creative approach.
Sioux Lees has been appointed as Director of Spa at Raffles the Palm Dubai
Lees aspires to elevate Raffles Spa into the premier wellness destination in Dubai by infusing the offering with immersive experiences.
Zeynep Peker Prakatur has been appointed as Area Commercial Director at Raffles the Palm Dubai
Zeynep Peker Prakatur is the new area commercial director. With a 23-year career in the UAE luxury hospitality sector, the hotel says she is known for stakeholder management and inspirational leadership.
Banyan Tree Dubai Brings 178 Guestrooms to Bluewaters Dubai Shoreline
UAE welcomes a modern beach sanctuary for the senses from Asia's luxury hospitality leader.
Bireswar Das has been appointed as Director of Finance at Rixos Bab Al Bahr
Rixos Bab Al Bahr has appointed Bireswar Das as director of finance.
Hilton Gears Up for COP28 in Dubai
As Dubai prepares to welcome the world for the Conference of Parties, or COP28, in Dubai, Hilton teams across the country are gearing up to welcome delegations, host organizations supporting discussions and participate in formal conversations representing the broader hospitality industry. With a focus on driving responsible travel and tourism globally, team members at Hilton’s 35 properties in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are working to bring Travel with Purpose, Hilton’s strategy to advance responsible travel and tourism globally, to life throughout COP28 and beyond.