Five-star property Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort has named Nawfal Abdullah Mbamba as its new marketing and communications manager, a promotion for the young hotelier who has been trained within the brand.
JA Resorts & Hotels are proud to celebrate 40 years of operation in the United Arab Emirates this year, having first opened both the JA Hatta Fort Hotel in the Hajar Mountains and JA Beach Hotel at Jebel Ali Beach in 1981. 40 years later, the homegrown hospitality group has gone from strength to strength, now featuring 10 distinct properties across the UAE and Indian Ocean, in addition to a new youth-focused brand in China and a brand new property opened in March- JA Enchanted Waterfront Villas Seychelles.
From a small, but historic and world-famous town in Belgium to the sunny shores of the French Riviera and the glamour of France's capital Paris, Geoffroy B. van Hasbroeck's passion for travel and new adventures now brings him to Dubai, as Executive Sous Chef at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach.
While all of the Group's Dubai hotels are now open and have been granted the ALLSAFE certification, our development projects are growing to adapt and cater to the tourist potential within the region, which is becoming increasingly popular with travelers worldwide.
After a one year hiatus, the newest hotel at JA The Resort - JA Lake View Hotel, will re-open on May 9th 2021. The multi award-winning hotel, home to Vikas Khanna's 'Kinara' restaurant and new bistro-bar, Republik, will be offering attractive summer rates from 9th May to 30th September 2021, to entice international travellers and GCC staycationers alike.
Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor City has appointed Amish Ali as its Front of House Manager.
Jumeirah Group, a global luxury hospitality group and a member of Dubai Holding, announced Kirti Anchan will be stepping into the role of General Manager at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, an iconic landmark of the famed Dubai skyline. The promotion recognises his extensive experience with the Jumeirah brand, having joined the Group in 2004, as well as his unwavering dedication in his most recent role as Hotel Manager of Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. As General Manager of Jumeirah Emirates Towers, he will drive the success of the contemporary city hotel, offering exclusivity and unparalleled service to both business and leisure travellers, underpinned by his strong compassion for each employee and guest.
Jumeirah Group, a global luxury hospitality group and a member of Dubai Holding, announced the appointment of Marcus Sutton. He takes on the role of General Manager at Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens following three years at Jumeirah Emirates Towers as Hotel Manager and then General Manager. In his new role, he will lead the team at the vibrant, lifestyle-led property, driving engagement and interest within the local and international markets, in addition to heading up the commercial strategy of the property.
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the debut of its fourth brand in the United Arab Emirates, the upscale Radisson, with the opening of Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills. This latest addition brings the group's presence to 14 hotels in the United Arab Emirates and 77 hotels, resorts and serviced apartments in operation and under development across the Middle East.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) (www.Marriott.com) has announced the appointment of Sandeep Walia as Chief Operating Officer, Middle East.Walia will step into the role on July 1, 2021, following the retirement of current COO, Guido De Wilde, announced last month. Briet will take on the role from Carlton Ervin, who was recently appointed as Marriott's Global Development Officer, International.Walia, will be responsible for Marriott International's 146 operating hotels across the Middle East, as well as Egypt and Turkey, representing 21 hotel brands across ten countries, while Briet will be responsible for driving Marriott's growth trajectory and market position across EMEA, while supporting the company's global-wide development vision.In his new position, Walia will work to drive the company's recovery across the Middle East and grow its presence across the region, while supporting the company's vision to become EMEA's favourite travel company.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has announced today the appointment of Jerome Briet as Chief Development Officer, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), a division within Marriott International that encompasses over 75 countries and territories. He takes on the role from Carlton Ervin, who has been appointed Global Development Officer for Marriott's International portfolio.
The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm is set to become the latest hotel to make its mark on the city with a May launch confirmed for the property.
IHG® Hotels & Resorts , one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a franchise agreement with Bonnington Hospitality JLT for voco Bonnington Jumeirah Lakes Towers Dubai. Currently operating as Bonnington Hotel, home to the world-renowned McGettigan's Pub & Restaurant group, the hotel will feature 208 keys and is expected to be rebranded to voco by Q3 2021.
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®), producers of Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC®), is currently accepting applications for participants, judges and mentors for Entrepreneur 20X (E20X) at HITEC Dubai. Those who wish to participate in the Middle East version of E20X can apply online; start-ups should apply by 15 May and mentors and volunteers should apply by 20 May. E20X Dubai will take place at 15:30 on Tuesday, 1 June, 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Centre during HITEC Dubai. Both events will be co-located with The Hotel Show, produced by dmg events.
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, today announced the expansion of the international SLS Hotels & Residences brand to the Middle East with the opening of SLS Dubai. Developed in partnership with World of Wonders Real Estate - the new property is one of Dubai's tallest buildings and is set to officially welcome guests and residents on April 5, 2021. The highly anticipated opening is a testament to the SLS brand's longstanding reputation and experience in creating and delivering extraordinary, unforgettable and timeless experiences.
Jumeirah Group, a global luxury hospitality company, has announced the appointment of Ermanno Zanini to the role of Regional Vice President and General Manager of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, its flagship hotel in the United Arab Emirates.
Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President - Operations & Development, EMEA & India; Senior Vice President - Group Human Resources & Talent Development, Swiss-Belhotel International participated earlier this week in the Global Hotel Data Conference organised by STR.
RLA Global announces the appointment of Paul Boldy to the role of Managing Director of RLA Global, Middle East. The experience led hospitality advisory group has previously worked on several projects across the region over the past years and with the post-pandemic recovery in sight and further assignments in the Middle East scheduled, the opportunity was timely to expand the team and appoint an esteemed leader to manage the business and drive the growth. Boldy founded BoldConsult in 2015, providing feasibility and advisory services to hospitality, retail and commercial sectors. He has also held roles at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and the Jumeirah Group, all based in the UAE, giving him an in-depth understanding of the region as well as the sector. Boldy is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building and has extensive expertise in construction, design, and architecture, with "a passion for problem solving and metric analysis". Boldy has been based in Dubai for the past 17 years and will headquarter RLA Global Middle East from the emirate where he has seen the hospitality sector grow to be a global player.
To help lead Four Seasons into its next phase of growth, the company has appointed Isabel Pintado to the newly-created position of Senior Vice President, Design and Innovation. In this role, Isabel will advance the brand's design vision and aesthetic across its global portfolio, while also engaging cross-functionally throughout the organisation to enhance Four Seasons programming at every touchpoint.
In honour of International Women's Day (IWD) 2021 last week, Jumeirah Group hosted a special lunch of thought-provoking discussions with some of the country's most aspirational women.