Zeina Abbas has been appointed as Director of Operations at Amwaj Rotana - Jumeirah Beach
Amwaj Rotana Hotel has announced the appointment of Zeina Abbas, who boasts over 15 years of industry leadership experience, as its new director of operations.
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Bianca Bara has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Aloft Abu Dhabi
Aloft Abu Dhabi has unveiled award-winning Bianca Bara as its new director of sales & marketing.
Georges Al Asmar has been appointed as General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre
Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has unveiled Georges Al Asmar as its new general manager.
Federico Giovine has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre
For Federico Giovine, hospitality has never been just a job, but a lifelong discovery of culture, people, and purpose. A third-generation hotelier from Buenos Aires, he began his Four Seasons journey in 2005 as a telephone operator at Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires. Two decades later, with a career spanning seven destinations across Europe, the Middle East, the Indian Ocean and South America, he steps into his new role as Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre with a perspective shaped by experience and fuelled by passion.
FHS World delivers its most dynamic agenda to date
Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World has unveiled its line-up of over 200 high-level speakers and an action-packed agenda for its biggest summit to date, which will see more than 1,600 hospitality and tourism leaders descend on Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah, 27-29 October.
Giovanni Papi has been appointed as Executive Chef at Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah
Dubai's only dedicated caviar restaurant, Beluga Bar and Restaurant, has announced the appointment of a new executive chef.
Saba Khalid has been appointed as Security Manager at Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis
Saba Khalid has been unveiled as Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis' new Security Manager, marking a hugely significant milestone given the fact women remain severely underrepresented in security leadership roles, both in the Middle East and globally.
Ennismore Expands Its Lifestyle Portfolio with SO/ Ras Al Khaimah — The Brand’s First All-Inclusive Resort Outside Europe
Ennismore, the lifestyle hospitality group behind brands such as SO/, SLS, and Hyde, has announced the upcoming SO/ Ras Al Khaimah, set to open later this year on the UAE's Al Marjan Island. The new property will mark SO/'s first all-inclusive resort outside Europe and Ennismore's debut lifestyle hotel in Ras Al Khaimah, reinforcing the company's growing presence in the luxury all-inclusive segment.
Mayda Solatre has been appointed as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing at Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and Coral Beach Resort Sharjah
Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and Coral Beach Resort Sharjah are delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Mayda Solatre as the new Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing.
Nardine Emil has been appointed as Director of Sales at Swissôtel Al Ghurair
In her new role, Nardine will lead the hotel's Sales department, spearheading commercial strategies across corporate, government, airline, MICE, leisure, and long-stay segments. She will focus on strengthening market positioning, expanding distribution channels, and forging key partnerships to maximise revenue growth and elevate the guest experience.
Melia Desert Palm Unveils New Al Waha Villas
Meliá Desert Palm, a serene wellness resort set on the lush grounds of a 64-hectare private polo estate, has unveiled its newest hospitality concept — six exclusive one-bedroom Al Waha Villas, each designed as a sanctuary of mindfulness, relaxation, and personalised luxury.
Said El Moudni has been appointed as Director of Finance at Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah
Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah has appointed Said El Moudni as director of finance. The new addition to the resort's leadership team is strategic as it continues to scale operations and redefine the ultra-all-inclusive experience in the UAE's northern emirate.
Nithin Aravind has been appointed as Assistant Director of HR at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre
The Ritz-Carlton Dubai International Financial Centre has named Nithin P. Aravind as its new assistant director of human resources. The experienced professional has dedicated more than a decade to the luxury hospitality space.
Heinrich Morio has been appointed as Managing Director at Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG is set to debut in November 2025 as the world's tallest hotel. The hotel is bringing in Heinrich Morio as managing director to oversee all operational and commercial strategies.
Erica Costa has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has appointed Erica Costa as its new director of food and beverage.
Rebecca Hall has been appointed as Executive Director of PR at Wynn Al Marjan Island
Rebecca Hall, former director of public relations & communications for Atlantis Dubai, has returned to the UAE to take on the role of executive director of public Relations at Wynn Al Marjan Island. The upcoming Ras Al Khaimah resort, which will be the first in the UAE to feature a casino, is set to become one of the region's most high-profile hospitality openings.
Shamal Holding and Marriott International Announce Strategic Collaboration to Introduce First EDITION Branded Residences in the Middle East
The vibrant seafront district, Dubai Harbour, will soon welcome The Dubai Beach EDITION, the brand's first beachfront resort in the UAE.
Kevin Rowe has been appointed as Director of Food and Drinks at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
Nestled within the highly sought-after beachfront destination, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island welcomes Kevin Rowe as the new Director of Food and Drinks. Now overseeing the property's 13 distinctive bars and restaurants, his understanding of regional tastes, personal experience with Hilton, and creative edge will ensure each concept not only meets but exceeds evolving guest expectations.
HMH Unveils Corp Hotels Expansion: Blending Business & Leisure to Fuel Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Boom Under Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector is undergoing a dynamic transformation, fuelled by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which is creating new opportunities for tourism, business, and investment. With business travel becoming one of the fastest-growing segments of the market, Hospitality Management Holding (HMH) is strengthening its presence in the Kingdom through the expansion of its Corp Hotels brand. This expansion is guided by HMH’s pioneering Business Leisure concept, designed to seamlessly blend the efficiency of business travel with the comfort and enrichment of leisure hospitality.
Singapore's Naumi Hotels Makes Middle East Debut
Renowned for its bold spaces and unscripted service, Naumi Hotels brings its signature hospitality experience to Dubai. Now open, the hotel was recently acquired by Naumi Group and advised by SunStar Capital, the family-owned wealth management and asset company founded by Executive Chairman Surya Jhunjhnuwala, and is operated by Naumi Hotels, led by Group CEO Gaurang Jhunjhnuwala.