Two Kempinski leaders step down from their positions
Since Semer joined the company 16 years ago, the portfolio grew from 23 hotels to 78 hotels under operation and 21 under development today.
Emaar appoints General Manager of two Address Hotels + Resorts
In his new role, he will responsible for the operations and management of the two properties and for setting strategic plans to boost operations.
A new logo for Sheraton reflects its vision about the future
In the region, the Sheraton Jeddah Hotel and Sheraton Grand Hotel, Dubai are the first to adopt the new logo in the region.
Accor’s MGallery marks the brand’s debut in Qatar with Alwadi Hotel Doha
Alwadi Hotel Doha Mgallery By Accorhotels, the brand new five-star boutique hotel was inaugurated yesterday.
Mark Kirby is the area general manager of four premium luxury hotels under Address Hotels + Resorts
Previously, Kirby was the general manager of Armani Hotel Dubai for the last four years and was responsible for directing the commercial strategy and the all-round operations of the hotel, ensuring that it sustains and builds on its reputation as one of the world’s most admired properties.
9 new Rotana properties to open in the region by 2020
Between this year and 2020, Rotana will open nine new properties to bring its strong inventory of operational keys to 21,135.
Airbnb to acquire HotelTonight reimagining travel by building an end-to-end travel platform
The HotelTonight team has developed deep relationships with boutique hotels and expertise in seamless, last-minute booking.
Premier Inn’s seventh hotel in the UAE was officially inaugurated
Premier Inn has been a part of the UAE’s growing hotel industry for 10 years, having opened its first hotel in Dubai Investments Park in 2009.
Rotana appoints new Corporate Vice President – Food & Beverage Operations
A Canadian national, Beaulieu joins Rotana from Hilton Worldwide where he held, since 2010, various positions including senior corporate F&B roles. Most recently, he served as Director of Food and Beverage Development and Openings EMEA.
Jumeirah refurbishes its London flagship hotel, Jumeirah Carlton Tower
The extensive refurbishment project will cover all areas of the 17 storey building. Interiors will be significantly remodeled to include a redesigned and enriched guest arrival experience at the hotel lobby entrance.