Nelson Riffard has been appointed as Director of Revenue Management at Fairmont Dubai
Ammar Hilal, General Manager, Fairmont Dubai is pleased to announce the appointment of Nelson Riffard as Director of Revenue Management for Fairmont Dubai.
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Al Habtoor Group and Hilton; A New Partnership at Al Habtoor City
Three hotels in Dubai's Al Habtoor City are to be rebranded by Hilton which was confirmed today at a press event in Dubai. Mohammed Al Habtoor, Vice Chairman & CEO of the Al Habtoor Group and Ian Carter, President, Global Development, Architecture, Design & Construction, Hilton announced a new franchise agreement effective 1 August 2018. The properties will become known as Habtoor Palace Hotel, LXR Hotels & Resorts, V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City.
Ahmad Jaber has been appointed as Director of Digital Marketing at The H Dubai
Jaber joined The H Dubai from Accor Hotels where he held the position of digital marketing manager at Raffles Dubai. The Jordanian national started his hospitality career in Abu Dhabi in 2015 as the e-commerce manager of Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi. In 2016, he moved to Dubai to join Raffles Dubai. In his new role, Jaber will oversee all marketing, PR and digital communications for The H Hotel Dubai and assist the corporate director of marketing in developing the overall digital strategy for the group.
Amr attwa has been appointed as Director of Finance at The H Dubai
Attwa brings more than 13 years to his new role and got his start in hospitality with Marriott International in 2005. In his latest job, Attwa served as the assistant director of finance at Lapita Autograph Collection - Dubai Parks Hotel before moving on to H Hotels & Resorts. Attwa's previous finance position were held at JW Marriott Marquis - Dubai, Marriott Executive apartments - Ethiopia and giving business support to other properties within the group for the past 13 years.
Arun Narayanan has been appointed as Executive Assistant Manager F&B at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi has appointed Arun Narayanan to its executive committee as the property's new food & beverage lead.
Al Habtoor Group and Hilton; A New Partnership at Al Habtoor City
Three hotels in Dubai's Al Habtoor City are to be rebranded by Hilton which was confirmed today at a press event in Dubai. Mohammed Al Habtoor, Vice Chairman & CEO of the Al Habtoor Group and Ian R. Carter, President, Development, Architecture, Design & Construction, Hilton announced a new franchise agreement effective 1 August 2018. The properties will become known as Habtoor Palace Hotel, LXR Hotels & Resorts, V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City.
Mohamed Hassan Youssef has been appointed as General Manager at Royal Central Hotel The Palm
Central Hotels has appointed Mohamed Hassan Youssef as the General Manager for the luxurious Royal Central Hotel The Palm. Mohamed is a seasoned hotelier with over 20 years' experience in the industry, including 9 years in the UAE working with a number of leading brands within the region.
First Central Hotel Suites Records Strong Occupancy during the 1st Half of the Year
With a year-to-date average occupancy of 81%, First Central Hotel Suites has enjoyed a robust first half of 2018. The hotel achieved 3% higher occupancy compared to the average percentage of its competitive set.
Khaled Sharabassy has been appointed as General Manager at Danat Al Ain Resort
Danat al Ain Resort has appointed Khaled Sharabassy as the new general manager. Sharabassy will bring more than 22 years of hospitality experience to his new role in Al Ain.
Cenk Unverdi has been appointed as Cluster GM at Rixos Hotels
Cenk Unverdi has added Rixos Premium Dubai to his area of responsibilities, which already includes Rixos The Palm Dubai; he is now the cluster general manager of both Dubai properties.
Imane Guennioui has been appointed as assistant director of marketing at The Ascott Limited
he Ascott Limited (Ascott) has made a series of appointments within its Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) cluster to strengthen its senior management team and operations across the region.
Emaar Hospitality seeks asset sales to focus on hotel management, chairman says - thenational.ae
Emaar Hospitality Group, a unit of Dubai's biggest developer Emaar Properties, will sell part of its portfolio to focus on hotel management and is still eyeing listing of its own shares, the parent company's chairman said on Tuesday.
Premier Developer, Emaar, to Build Middle East's Largest Chinatown at Dubai Creek Harbour
Premier developer, Emaar announced a landmark development that will strengthen UAE-China relations, coinciding with the historic visit of President Xi Jinping of China to the UAE.
Nemanja Acimovic has been appointed as Director of Operations, United Arab Emirates at Millennium Hotels and Resorts
With over 25 years of experience in hospitality, Nemanja Acimovic has worked for many international hotel chains such as Starwood and Hilton in the gulf region and Australia. His journey with Millennium Hotels and Resorts started in 2016 when he joined Millennium Corniche Abu Dhabi as general manager and was then transferred to Millennium Plaza Dubai as general manager later. Acimovic will be responsible for the managing the operations of the group in the United Arab Emirates.
Sathis Aravinda has been appointed as Director of Revenue Middle East and Africa. at Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa
Joining as director of revenue for Middle East and Africa, Aravinda brings with him 12 years of experience working with international companies such as Movenpick, Meydan, Galadari and Rotana in the UAE and Sri Lanka. In his role, Aravinda will focus on revenue strategies, driving system contribution, driving revenue yield and optimisation for our hotels and brands.
Mustafa Ainen has been appointed as Director of Operations Middle East markets at Millennium Hotels and Resorts
Reporting to the chief operating officer Kevork Deldelian, Mustafa Ainen joins from Rotana Hotels, where he held the role of cluster general manager KSA for Centro Shaheen Jeddah and Centro Waha Riyadh. He brings with him 25 years of experience in hospitality in which he has worked for many international hotel chains such as IHG, Hilton and Rotana in the gulf region and United Kingdom. He will be responsible for managing all operations across the Middle East.
Al Bait Sharjah to debut 1 September 2018
The exclusive group of hotels & resorts, GHM, announces the addition of Al Bait Sharjah, to their collection for 1 September 2018. Located just 25 kilometres from Dubai along the southern coast of the Arabian Peninsula and widely recognised as the cultural hub of the UAE, Sharjah is brimming with 6,000 years of history and culture. From captivating souqs and museums to majestic mountains and incredible coastline, Sharjah is a place yet to be discovered by the international traveller for its cultural importance which brings to light the real Arabia. Newly emergent on the international art scene, Sharjah is in the midst of an exciting cultural renaissance and is a destination to watch.
Subramanian Suryanarayanan has been appointed as Director Food & Beverage at Amwaj Rotana
Subramanian Suryanarayanan has been appointed as the new director of food and beverage at Amwaj Rotana, Dubai.
Munawar Ali has been appointed as Director of Sales at Al Maha Arjaan by Rotana
Al Maha Arjaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi has appointed Munawar Ali as the new director of sales. Ali, a Rotana veteran, brings more than 15 years of experience in sales along with client servicing, strategic planning, and people management to his new role.
Nico Vivier has been promoted to Hotel Manager at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island has promoted Nico Vivier to hotel manager. The South African national will oversee the operations across three properties - Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa, Al Sahel Villa Resort, and Al Yamm Villa Resort - on Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.