Marriott reveals massive breach in Starwood database

Marriott has said it has taken measures to investigate and address a data security incident involving the Starwood guest reservation database.

Mövenpick Hotel Dakar set to debut in Senegal in 2021

Opening in early 2021, the 462-key hotel will be in Diamniadio – a new dynamic city developed by the Senegal government, close to Dakar’s new Blaise Diagne International Airport, as well as the expanding seaport of Bargny.

Marriott reveals massive breach in Starwood database

Marriott has said it has taken measures to investigate and address a data security incident involving the Starwood guest reservation database.

Mövenpick Hotel Dakar set to debut in Senegal in 2021

Opening in early 2021, the 462-key hotel will be in Diamniadio – a new dynamic city developed by the Senegal government, close to Dakar’s new Blaise Diagne International Airport, as well as the expanding seaport of Bargny.

Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai welcomes first guests

Kempinski Hotels has announced that the long-anticipated Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai has now opened its doors to guests. Inspired by European palaces of the past, the building has been meticulously designed with neoclassical architecture at the forefront.

Swiss-Belhotel International signs Qantas partnership

Under this enticing offer, Qantas Frequent Flyer members can now earn three Qantas Points for every Australian dollar spent at Swiss-Belhotel International’s hotels in Australia.

Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai welcomes first guests

Kempinski Hotels has announced that the long-anticipated Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai has now opened its doors to guests. Inspired by European palaces of the past, the building has been meticulously designed with neoclassical architecture at the forefront.

Hyatt Hotels unveils plans for first Scotland property

Hyatt Hotels has won the bid to operate the new spa and conference hotel at Edinburgh Marina. This is the international hotelier’s first hotel in Scotland and will offer guests and visitors to the new development state-of-the-art hospitality and exceptional amenities.

Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens, opens in Dubai

Moving into The Greens with a bang, Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens is the third hotel to open as part of Jumeirah Group’s upscale casual brand launched earlier this year.

AccorHotels appoints new commercial leadership in Middle East

AccorHotels has announced the appointment of Yigit Sezgin as its new chief commercial officer in the Middle East & Africa. Based in Dubai, Sezgin will oversee all commercial disciplines for the region, including dedicated sales support, digital marketing, brand marketing, and communications.

AccorHotels appoints new commercial leadership in Middle East

AccorHotels has announced the appointment of Yigit Sezgin as its new chief commercial officer in the Middle East & Africa.

Neto returns to lead Fusion Resort Phu Quoc

Peter Neto has signed up for a second tour with wellness-inspired hospitality group, Fusion, and for another stint in the emerging tourist destination of Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

Courtyard by Marriott expands UK portfolio with Luton Airport location

Marriott International has announced a new addition to its Courtyard by Marriott portfolio with the opening of a property at London Luton airport.

Neto returns to lead of Fusion Resort Phu Quoc

Peter Neto has signed up for a second tour with wellness-inspired hospitality group, Fusion, and for another stint in the emerging tourist destination of Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

Monteiro to lead Four Seasons Hotel Montréal

Hotelier Gonçalo Monteiro has been appointed opening general manager of Four Seasons Hotel Montréal. He arrives from China, where he was most recently hotel manager of Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip.

VisitEngland reintroduces Entry Level and Taste accreditation schemes

VisitEngland has re-launched its Entry Level and Taste accreditation schemes for accommodation and food businesses, making them available to businesses across England.

voco makes European debut with first Wales property

The 142-room hotel sits on Cardiff Bay, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering guests stunning views of the waterfront, including the murmuration of starlings over the water at dusk.

Santikos Collection to open The Alex in Athens next year

The Alex will be in the bustling port town of Piraeus teaming with archaeological treasures and a host of bars and fantastic restaurants scattered along the marina front, including the Michelin-starred Varoulko.

AccorHotels makes €442m move for Orbis of Poland

AccorHotels has moved to acquire the remaining shares in Polish hotel owner Orbis it does not already own today, representing 47.31 per cent of the company’s capital.

Symes to lead Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort in Oman

In her role at Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, Dagmar Symes will be responsible for introducing and overseeing Anantara’s vision of offering unparalleled experiences for its guests, creating remarkable stories for each individual.

InterContinental reveals new Kimpton property in Rotterdam

The hotel will be developed and opened with Omnam Group, a real estate group and active investor with significant projects in the European hotel market.

Symes to lead Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort in Oman

In her role at Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, Dagmar Symes will be responsible for introducing and overseeing Anantara’s vision of offering unparalleled experiences for its guests, creating remarkable stories for each individual.

InterContinental reveals new Kimpton property in Rotterdam

This hotel will be developed and opened with Omnam Group, a real estate group and active investor with significant projects in the European hotel market.

glh Hotels to add new Amba property in London

Currently operating as The Grosvenor Hotel under the Guoman Hotels brand, the 345-bedroom hotel will be fully refurbished to embody Amba Hotels’ intuitive design standards.

Hampton by Hilton Berlin East Side Gallery opens in German capital

Hampton by Hilton Berlin East Side Gallery opens as the bustling metropolis continues to expand its hospitality offering to accommodate the city’s rising number of visitors.

InterContinental reveals new Kimpton property in Rotterdam

This hotel will be developed and opened with Omnam Group, a real estate group and active investor, with significant projects in the European hotel market.

Perkins appointed chief talent officer with Rosewood Hotels

She will lead the global human resources organisation, provide strategic guidance and support to the group and play a critical role in ensuring Rosewood’s human capital meets the organisation’s growth plan.

Longevity Health & Wellness Hotel to open in Portugal next spring

This state-of-the-art wellness centre is the first of its kind embracing modern integrative and regenerative medicine with the most advanced wellness and preventative diagnostics, therapies and programmes.

TUI Group to expand hotel portfolio in financial 2019

TUI Group is set to expand its international concept hotel portfolio with the addition of 12 new TUI Sensimar hotels over the next financial year. There will also be an additional three TUI Family Life hotels in financial year 2019.

Onyx Hospitality Group signs for new Laos property

Onyx Hospitality Group has a signed an agreement with Laos-based Asia Investment, Development & Construction to develop a new-build Amari hotel in the city centre of Vientiane, the capital city of Laos.

Baglioni Resort Maldives to open in March next year

Baglioni Resort Maldives will blend elegant design and Italian hospitality with tropical luxury in the heart of the Indian Ocean.

Necker Island returns to market in Caribbean

Necker Island can be booked exclusively throughout the year for up to 30 guests with rates starting from $77,500 per night.

Necker Island returns to market in Caribbean

Necker Island can be booked exclusively throughout the year for up to 30 guests with rates starting from $77,500 per night.

Six Senses Crans-Montana on track for 2021 opening

Six Senses Crans-Montana marks the first resort and residential project in Switzerland for Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas.

Necker Island returns to market in Caribbean

Necker Island can be booked exclusively throughout the year for up to 30 guests with rates starting from $77,500 per night.

Meliá Hotels to sell through Amazon ahead of Black Friday

Meliá will offer two types of MeliáRewards gift cards, on sale through Amazon throughout the UK, Spain, France, Italy and Germany.

Ramada Encore by Wyndham unveils brand overhaul

At the heart of this new identity is a brand promise to be Refreshingly Different, which is underpinned by the brand’s core attributes of being fresh, approachable and vibrant.

Corcoran to lead Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort

Marriott International has selected Brendan Corcoran as general manager of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, representing the debut of Westin Hotels & Resorts in the destination.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Accra Kotoka Airport to open in 2019

Protea Hotels by Marriott has revealed the signing of a new hotel in Accra, at Kotoka Airport. It will become the brand’s second hotel in Ghana and the first Protea Hotel by Marriott in the capital city.

Guangzhou to welcome new The Prince Akatoki brand next year

StayWell Holdings, a subsidiary of Prince Hotels, has solidified its expansion plans for the recently revealed The Prince Akatoki brand, announcing the group’s second international property is set to open in Guangzhou, China, in 2019.

InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland opens in China

Developed by Shimao Group and managed by IHG, the hotel is built into the side wall of a formerly abandoned quarry in south-western Shanghai.

Villa Royale opens in Palm Springs, California

Palm Springs has welcomed the opening of boutique hotel Villa Royale, a historic part of the city’s Hollywood Hideaway legacy.

FIHA: Global hotel chains plan expansion in Francophone Africa

The figures behind an unprecedented hotel expansion in Francophone Africa are revealed in the latest research by W Hospitality Group, the international experts in hotels, tourism and leisure based in Lagos, Nigeria.

InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland opens in China

Developed by Shimao Group and managed by IHG, the hotel is a luxury hotel built into the side wall of a formerly abandoned quarry in south-western Shanghai.

Soneva to debut private plane in Maldives

The new plane, which will be in operation by mid-December, will transport Soneva guests roundtrip from Malé International Airport to Soneva Fushi in Baa Atoll and Soneva Jani in the Noonu Atoll of the Maldives.

Rotana signs for first property in Republic of Zambia

Further strengthening its presence in Africa, Rotana has signed a hotel management agreement with Grandview Hotels and Resorts to manage a new five-star hotel in the Republic of Zambia.

Ascott expands Indonesia offering with Ciputra Development Group deal

The Ascott has formed a strategic alliance with one of Indonesia’s top property developers – Ciputra Development Group. Under the alliance, Ascott will manage serviced residences to be developed by Ciputra in Indonesia and China within the next five years.

Hyatt House Niseko to open next month ahead of ski season

Hyatt has entered into a management agreement with Hokkaido Alpine Resort Management, an affiliate of LimeTree Capital, for a 91-room Hyatt House hotel in Niseko, Japan.

Key appointments at Dorchester Collection to drive US sales

Dorchester Collection has announced the appointment of two new senior executives to take leading positions in sales and marketing for its three UK hotels – The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane in Mayfair, and Coworth Park in Ascot.

New executive chef for Hilton London Heathrow Airport

Highly regarded, Philip Clarke will help oversee the overall food strategy and lead the day-to-day running of the hotel’s kitchens.