Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Brulhart to lead Mövenpick Resort & Spa Boracay

A Swiss national with three decades of hospitality management experience, André Brulhart has worked with a series of leading brands. He has also spent more than 20 years in Thailand, heading up popular hotels and resorts in Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya.

Peninsula Hong Kong welcomes new yacht to luxury offering

The introduction of the yacht results in The Peninsula being the first luxury hotel in Hong Kong to offer a trio of deluxe transportation options, complementing the existing fleet of Rolls-Royce Phantoms and a customised helicopter.

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa. Both will be based out of AccorHotels’ Dubai regional office and will report directly to Mark Willis, chief executive of AccorHotels in the regions.

Athens Marriott Hotel takes brand back into Greek capital

Located just minutes from the Acropolis and opposite Stavros Niarchos Park, the Opera House and the National Library, Athens Marriott Hotel is ideally positioned downtown between the Port of Piraeus and the city centre.

Aquí Me Quedo to debut at Rosewood Mayakoba

Set among white sand beaches with views of the sparkling Caribbean sea, Aquí Me Quedo combines elegant, handcrafted artisanal furnishings with the raw beauty of natural elements to embody the essence of barefoot luxury.

Peninsula Hong Kong welcomes new yacht to luxury offering

The introduction of the yacht results in The Peninsula being the first luxury hotel in Hong Kong to offer a trio of deluxe transportation options, complementing the existing fleet of Rolls-Royce Phantoms and a customised helicopter.

Aquí Me Quedo to debut at Rosewood Mayakoba

Set among white sand beaches with views of the sparkling Caribbean sea, Aquí Me Quedo combines elegant, handcrafted artisanal furnishings with the raw beauty of natural elements to embody the essence of barefoot luxury.

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Peninsula Hong Kong welcomes new yacht to luxury offering

The introduction of the yacht results in The Peninsula being the first luxury hotel in Hong Kong to offer a trio of deluxe transportation options, complementing the existing fleet of Rolls-Royce Phantoms and a customised helicopter.

Chesa el Toula to debut in St. Moritz this winter

Luxury ski specialist Leo Trippi has announced the launch of Chesa el Toula, in Suvretta, St. Moritz. Brand new for the 2018/2019 ski season, Chesa el Toula is one of St. Moritz’s most elite properties and is exclusive to Leo Trippi.

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa. Both will be based out of AccorHotels’ Dubai regional office and will report directly to Mark Willis, chief executive of AccorHotels in the regions.

Peninsula Hong Kong welcomes new yacht to luxury offering

The introduction of the yacht results in The Peninsula being the first luxury hotel in Hong Kong to offer a trio of deluxe transportation options, complementing the existing fleet of Rolls-Royce Phantoms and a customised helicopter.

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa. Both will be based out of AccorHotels’ Dubai regional office and will report directly to Mark Willis, chief executive of AccorHotels in the regions.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park opens in South Africa

Located in the rapidly transforming suburb of Arcadia in Pretoria, the hotel is nestled within Loftus Park, a comprehensive mixed-use corporate, retail and lifestyle precinct in Pretoria, fast emerging as a bustling business and leisure destination.

Cederberg House opens at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve in South Africa

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat has enhanced its stunning accommodations with the opening of Cederberg House, a private haven that can host up to four guests in seclusion and luxurious comfort.

Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing to open in early 2019

Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing will be in the heart of the historic capital of China, with spectacular roof-terrace views of the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park opens in South Africa

Located in the rapidly transforming suburb of Arcadia in Pretoria, the hotel is nestled within Loftus Park, a comprehensive mixed-use corporate, retail and lifestyle precinct in Pretoria, fast emerging as a bustling business and leisure destination.

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa. Both will be based out of AccorHotels’ Dubai regional office and will report directly to Mark Willis, chief executive of AccorHotels in the regions.

Time Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort opens in Egypt

UAE-headquartered Time Hotels Management is set to launch its first beach resort hotel in Egypt, Time Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort, a four-star property located in Ras Sudr, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast.

Monday, October 29, 2018

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa. Both will be based out of AccorHotels’ Dubai regional office and will report directly to Mark Willis who was recently appointed as the chief executive of AccorHotels in the regions.

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa.

AccorHotels appoints two chief operating officers for Middle East and Africa

AccorHotels has appointed Sami Nasser and Marc Descrozaille as chief operating officers, Middle East and Africa.

Time Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort opens in Egypt

UAE-headquartered Time Hotels Management is set to launch its first beach resort hotel in Egypt, Time Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort, a four-star property located in Ras Sudr, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast.

Whitbread launches low-cost Zip by Premier Inn brand

Whitbread has unveiled Zip by Premier Inn, a new no-frills hotel concept. The first Zip by Premier Inn hotel will open with 138 rooms in the Roath district of Cardiff in early 2019.

Hôtel du Palais, Biarritz, joins the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

This historic, luxury palace will be the third property in France to join the Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, alongside Hôtel du Louvre in Paris and Hôtel Martinez in Cannes.

Radisson Larnaca Beach Resort to open next year

The Radisson hotel brand is to expand in southern Europe with the signing of the Radisson Larnaca Beach Resort on the island of Cyprus. The resort is due to open in the autumn next year. 

New leadership at the Pavilions Phuket, Thailand

With a dynamic new leadership team in place, the Pavilions Phuket is seeking to breathe fresh life into its luxurious culinary offering and further elevate an already exceptional portfolio of villa accommodation.

Saturday, October 27, 2018

Whitbread launches low-cost Zip by Premier Inn brand

Whitbread has unveiled Zip by Premier Inn, a new no-frills hotel concept. The first Zip by Premier Inn hotel will open with 138 rooms in the Roath district of Cardiff in early 2019.

Thursday, October 25, 2018

Palladium Hotel Group to launch two Mexico properties

Palladium Hotel Group is to grow its portfolio with the opening of a brand-new development to the north-east of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula.

trivago returns to profitability for third quarter

trivago returned to profitability in the third quarter as it slashed adverting spending. The global hotel search platform reported net income for the quarter of €10.1 million, compared to a net loss of €7.7 million over the same period of 2017.

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort appoints resident zoologist

Hidden within the myth-filled 4,439-hectare Son Tra Nature Reserve in Vietnam, also known to locals as Monkey Mountain, the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort is a one-of-a-kind hideaway surrounded by unspoilt nature, exotic wildlife and rich biodiversity.

Menesguen appointed general manager at Alila Villas Koh Russey

Sebastien Menesguen has joined Alila Villas Koh Russey in the role of general manager. The thrill of being in a new country and learning from a new team has been the driving force at each step along the way of his 18-year-long career.

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Menesguen appointed general manager at Alila Villas Koh Russey

Sebastien Menesguen has joined Alila Villas Koh Russey in the role of general manager. The thrill of being in a new country and learning from a new team has been the driving force at each step along the way of his 18-year-long career.

Menesguen appointed general manager at Alila Villas Koh Russey

Sebastien Menesguen has joined Alila Villas Koh Russey in the role of general manager. The thrill of being in a new country and learning from a new team has been the driving force at each step along the way of his 18-year-long career.

Yotel announces new location at Mammoth ski resort

Yotel has announced a second YotelPad project in the United States, as mountain resort Mammoth. The project, in partnership with Replay Destinations, follows details of the first in Park City revealed earlier this year.

Yotel announces new location at Mammoth ski resort

Yotel has announced a second YotelPad project in the United States, as mountain resort Mammoth. The project, in partnership with Replay Destinations, follows details of the first in Park City revealed earlier this year.

Kluge to take up chief marketing officer role with Mandarin Oriental

Kluge is currently Mandarin Oriental group director of brand communications overseeing all aspects of the group’s corporate communications strategies including international advertising, digital marketing, global public relations, brand identity and corporate communications.

Kimpton Fitzroy London takes brand into UK for first time

Kimpton Fitzroy London, the first UK hotel from boutique luxury brand opened its doors earlier in Bloomsbury. The hotel combines late-Victorian heritage with a quirky, modern vibe.

New culinary appointment at Chelsea FC

With over 20 years’ experience within the hospitality industry, Paul Marsh started his career at the Hartwell House Hotel & Spa in Buckinghamshire and progressed to hold several head chef positions.

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Radisson Blu Hotel signs for Rome Fiumicino property

The fourth Radisson Blu to arrive in Italy, the new hotel will be part of a long-term plan to strengthen the brand’s presence in the country.

Sankara Nairobi to join Autograph Hotel Collection

Autograph Collection Hotels will soon debut into Kenya with Sankara Nairobi slated to join the portfolio of over 150 independent hotels around the world.

Langham expands presence in China with Hefei opening

Langham Hospitality Group has opened Langham Hefei, marking another milestone for the group’s continued expansion in China. Hefei is the capital and largest city of Anhui Province in China, known for its rich history and multicultural influences.

Thomas-Henry appointed regional vice president at Four Seasons

Combined with her existing role as general manager at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, she will now be responsible for operations at Four Seasons Resort Nevis and Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis.

Monday, October 22, 2018

World Spa Awards heads to St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort for 2018 Gala Ceremony

Launched in 2015, World Spa Awards is a dynamic awards programme designed to drive up standards within spa and wellness tourism, by rewarding the organisations that are the leaders in the field.

Le Roux to lead One&Only Nyungwe House, Rwanda

Located in a working tea plantation in Gisakura in south-west Rwanda, on the edge of the ancient Nyungwe Forest, the resort began welcoming guests on October 1st.

Langston handed business development role at Centara Hotels

Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Andrew Langston, a British national with over 34 years’ experience in hospitality management and development.

Two new hotel signings for Georgian capital, Tbilisi

Tbilisi, capital of Georgia, has continued to grow on the international hospitality scene, with both Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Radisson Hospitality signing new properties to open in the next two years.

World Spa Awards heads to St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort for 2018 Gala Ceremony

Launched in 2015, World Spa Awards is a dynamic awards programme designed to drive up standards within spa and wellness tourism, by rewarding the organisations that are the leaders in the field.

Saturday, October 20, 2018

Acquisitions drive strong revenue growth in third quarter at Accor

AccorHotels has reported revenue of €1,033 billion for the third quarter, up 22 per cent. The increase comes following the acquisition of Mövenpick and Australia-based Mantra.

Friday, October 19, 2018

Acquisitions drive strong revenue growth in third quarter at Accor

AccorHotels has reported revenue of €1,033 billion for the third quarter, up 22 per cent. The increase comes following the acquisition of Mövenpick and Australia-based Mantra.

Acquisitions drive strong revenue growth in third quarter at Accor

AccorHotels has reported revenue of €1,033 billion for the third quarter, up 22 per cent. The increase comes following the acquisition of Mövenpick and Australia-based Mantra.