R Hotels announces the opening of Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Dubai JBR. Located along The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), one of the most lively and sought-after locations in Dubai, the hotel features 188 spacious family-friendly rooms and apartments.
Accor has appointed Dominic Arel as general manager of Swissôtel Al Ghurair and Swissôtel Living Al Ghurair. Arel will lead the strategic direction and operations of the Swissôtel Al Ghurair complex. An experienced hotelier, Arel has a proven track record of leading international luxury hotels in the GCC, Europe and Americas. Arel started his career with Accor in 1996 where he worked in the front office operation and revenue department at Novotel Montréal. He played an instrumental role as director of revenue management in the successful opening of Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile in 2002, which was the first Sofitel to open in Montreal and in Canada. He was then promoted to director of operations in a span of four years followed by the position of a hotel manager. In 2011, Arel moved to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as hotel manager for Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach and managed the property for two consecutive years. He then moved to Portugal in 2013, where he was the general manager at Sofitel Lisbon for three years before returning to the Middle East. Arel is a graduate from the Institut de Tourisme et d'Hôtellerie du Québec in Hotel Management and from the University of Montréal (HEC), Canada. He also completed the International Hospitality Management Program at the Accor Academy in Paris, in partnership with ESSEC School in France.
Rotana Hotel management has announced the appointment of Ayman Ashor as general manager of Al Bandar Rotana and Al Bandar Arjaan by Rotana.
With over 25 years of experience specialising in and managing luxury properties, Venturini pos-sesses an extensive understanding of brand management and business development in the hospitali-ty industry. She has previously held various prominent positions in a number of renowned hotels in Europe, Africa and the Gulf region and was instrumental in the success of each of those hotels.
The Oberoi Dubai has appointed Shamden Tamang as its food & beverage service manager.
The German chef with 17 years' experience in international cuisine, has worked in hotels across Europe, Middle East, Australia, China and the UAE.
Marriott International today announced the official debut of Delta Hotels by Marriott into Middle East and Africa with Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach, Dubai. Within easy access from key business hubs including Media City, Internet City and Knowledge City, the hotel is ideally located in the heart of one of Dubai's most vibrant destinations, the famous Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR). With direct beach access, it rises tall between the Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach and The Walk, Dubai's first shopping and dining promenade. Offering a simple and hassle-free travel experience, it allows guests to achieve a perfect balance between their work and personal life whether they are on business or on leisure.
Intercontinental Hotels Group's voco Dubai has appointed Fady Atwan as its director of sales and marketing.
Towers Rotana Dubai has appointed Elie Abdo as its director of revenue.
Oliver assumed her new position in July 2019 and is committed to leading The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert and Al Hamra Beach to greater heights.
Hyatt's Andaz Dubai The Palm has appointed Kifah Bin Hussein as its general manager.
The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa's Italian restaurant has appointed Stefano Conti as its Chef De Cuisine.
Described as the 'original heritage hotel at the heart of the action', the much-loved and award-winning JA Beach Hotel at JA The Resort, Jebel Ali Beach, Dubai, has completed its 2019 makeover and will reopen for business on September 1st.
Ajaj has more 15 years' experience in hospitality and tourism, having held leadership positions in Jordan and the UAE. He started his career in Amman, working for Hyatt and Amman West and moved to Dubai in 2006, joining Dusit Thani, Park Regis afterwards and Fraiser Suites, as his most recent assignment. In his new role, Ajaj will be responsible of handling the GCC market and government segment.
Described as the 'original heritage hotel at the heart of the action', the much-loved and award-winning JA Beach Hotel at JA The Resort, Jebel Ali Beach, Dubai, has completed its 2019 makeover and will reopen for business on September 1st.
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has appointed Anju Gomes as new Director Middle East to take the helm of the global meetings industry trade association's fastest-growing region.
Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl has appointed Rene Mayer as its director of sales & marketing.
In his new role at TIME Grand Plaza Hotel in Dubai, Fantoli will be responsible for the day to day management of the 232-room hotel, including the recruitment and development of staff, annual budgets and assuring the highest levels of guest satisfaction are met. He will also be mandated with setting strategic plans that will drive the operational excellence of the hotel and boost team productivity.
Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites has appointed Darin Davies as the hotel manager.
Boutique polo resort Meliã Desert Palm Dubai has appointed Nathalie Cockayne as its general manager,