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Rawail Muhammad has been appointed as Cluster Talent & Culture Manager at Fairmont Dubai, Fairmont Ajman and Fairmont Fujairah

Rawail Muhammad is the new cluster talent and culture manager of Fairmont Dubai, Fairmont Ajman and Fairmont Fujairah. He will lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the HR department and assist with the implementation of new strategies and revaluate processes to enhance the service culture through learning and development. He also brings a decade of experience to his new post, having previously worked across Accor.

Accor
United Arab Emirates
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Wafik Youssef has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Kerten Hospitality Corporate Office

Kerten Hospitality, a mixed-use and lifestyle operator, announces the strategic appointment of hospitality industry expert Wafik Youssef as its Chief Operating Officer. Wafik, a seasoned leader with a proven track record of growth with global hotel players, and a career spanning across 3 continents over two decades will further contribute to Kerten Hospitality's footprint expansion and multiple project openings rolling out 2021 onwards.Wafik will be responsible for all operational properties and upcoming mixed-use project openings acro ss the Middle East, Egypt, Georgia, Jordan, Kuwait and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia driving the Group's global vision for growth and expansion. He will be based in the Group's corporate office in Dubai.

Kerten Hospitality
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Centara makes a splash in the UAE with the October 2021 opening of Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, welcomes travellers to discover a new world of wonder at Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai, opening on the Deira Islands in the UAE in October 2021. The beachfront family resort is Centara's joint venture with UAE's master developer Nakheel as a step towards company's expansion plans into the Middle East hospitality sector. Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai will be the group's first property in the UAE, in a joint venture with and the third Centara Mirage address in the world after Thailand and Vietnam. Inspired by mythical Thai and Arabian adventures, the waterfront hotel offers a choice of 607 guest rooms and suites, each with a balcony from which to enjoy city or sea views. The themed destination resort is an entertainment wonderland for guests of all ages, and features a water park with lazy river, beachfront swimming pool, and other family friendly facilities including a Mirage Family Lounge for club level guests, dedicated kids' spa, outdoor playground, and three Kids' Clubs. Guests enjoy a choice of nine dining experiences, including a rooftop shisha lounge and a beach club, as well as a fitness centre, water sports facilities, and prayer rooms.

Centara
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City Is Now Open

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has further expanded its Staybridge Suites footprint in the region with the opening of Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City, on 1 August 2021. Renowned globally since 1997, Staybridge Suites is IHG's upper-upscale extended stay hotel brand that offers an elevated, residential-style hotel designed for multi-night business and leisure travellers looking to break from the travel norm while on the road, be it for days or even months at a time.

Staybridge Suites
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Emile Saadeh has been appointed as Head of Sales at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City has appointed Emile Saadeh as Head of Sales for the 246-key property.In his new role Emile, originally from Lebanon will play an important part in achieving targeted goals and drive maximum revenue for the hotel, strengthen the team and to further grow the hotel's presence in the market.A highly-experienced sales leader, Emile's sales career spans over 16 years in the hospitality industry with several management and cluster roles in cluding IHG, his last position before joining Radisson Blu Hotel, Media City being Group Director of Sales for City Seasons Hotel.

Radisson Hotel Group
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Hampton By Hilton Marjan Island Opens In Ras Al Khaimah

Yesterday, Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island opened its doors to guests, marking the debut of Hampton by Hilton in Ras Al Khaimah. Located on a 750-metre beach, the hotel features incredible sea and island views - and throughout their stay, travellers can look forward to experiencing the brand's award-winning friendly, thoughtful service and inclusive hot breakfast.

Hampton by Hilton
Ras al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates