Ethiopia identified as key growth market ahead of Africa Hotel Investment Forum

Ethiopia once again heads the league for hotel development in East Africa, according to a regional focus from the influential annual hotel pipeline survey by Lagos-based W Hospitality Group.

Ellenborough Park appoints Hemchaoui to general manager role

Following the departure of Oliver Williams early this year, Ellenborough Park has announced the appointment of Marwan Hemchaoui as general manager.

Hauck to lead Galle Face Hotel in Sri Lanka

The legendary Galle Face Hotel, which opened in 1864 and is the oldest hotel east of Suez, has appointed a new general manager and area vice president as it seeks to re-establish its position as Asia’s most illustrious and historic hotel.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to debut in UK

InterContinental Hotels Group will soon debut its boutique luxury brand Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in the UK with the opening of Kimpton Fitzroy London late October.

Cenizaro to debut Maldives expansion early next year

The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah will launch in January 2019. Set on Gaafu Alifu Atoll, the property is adjacent to the Residence by Cenizaro’s first property, the Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi. 

Swiss-Belhotel International signs for new Philippines hotel

Swiss-Belhotel International has unveiled expansion plans in Asia as it focuses on the thriving travel and tourism destination of the Philippines.

Taj signs for fourth property in Dubai

The Indian Hotels Company has announced the signing of a new Taj hotel at the Deira Creek in Dubai in partnership with Ithra Dubai, a wholly owned subsidiary of Investment Corporation of Dubai.