Tijana Lazarov has been promoted to complex director of marketing by Marriott International, after completing 18 months as complex marketing manager at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Le Méridien Fairway, Aloft Al Mina and Aloft Dubai Airport, Element Al Mina and Element Dubai Airport. In her new role, Lazarov will formulate innovative strategies...
Aneesh Gera has joined the team at Caesars Palace Dubai as entertainment and nightlife director, overseeing nightlife operations across the resort’s restaurants, bars, lounges, and beach clubs. Gera will develop and lead a comprehensive entertainment programme and bring innovative entertainment concepts to life in his new role. He brings his commercial acumen and nuanced insight...
More information has been revealed about the first Chedi hotel in Saudi Arabia. Operated by General Hotel Management (GHM), The Chedi Wadi Safar is part of Diriyah Gate‘s stable of luxury hotels. Wadi Safar is described as one of the most beautiful natural areas in the Diriyah region. Tommy Lai, CEO of GHM said: “We...
Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach has appointed Michael Goetz as general manager. In his new role, Goetz will oversee all aspects of hotel operations and develop strategic plans to further strengthen the hotel’s positioning in the JBR market. Goetz is a graduate of the Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne in Switzerland. He started his career in F&B....
Six Senses Zighy Bay has announced Armand Thieblemont as Director of Sustainability. Armed with expertise and a thirst for development in both the hospitality industry, as well as the sustainability field, Thieblemont arrived at Zighy Bay and dived straight into reviving and enhancing the resort’s sustainability initiatives that were affected by its 18-month closure. While...
Partner content: Three leading hoteliers explain how the decision is paying off Source: Hotelier Middle East
Aldar Properties will develop a mixed-use residential community on RAK’s Marjan Island using land it purchased during its DoubleTree by Hilton deal. The upcoming community will mark the first time Aldar has developed a residential project outside the capital and will comprise 2,000 branded and premium residences with access to retail spaces, a beach club,...
Radisson Hotel Group continues to fuel its expansion, aided by Radisson Individuals, a conversion brand poised for growth. The group has now taken on Nova Vista Deluxe & Suites Eskisehir under the brand. Speaking about the expansion, Yilmaz Yildirimlar, area senior vice president, Central & Eastern Europe, Russia and Turkey at Radisson Hotel Group, said;...
Dubai Marina’s hottest new hotel opening is coming at the beginning of December, when Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club opens its doors. Vida, which already has properties at Dubai Creek, Downtown Dubai and Emirates Hills, is opening in the Marina for the first time, offering its relaxed take on luxury to a new part...
The Lana, Dorchester Collection hotel in Dubai has a new opening date and a new general manager. It will now open in September 2023. Caroline-Jane Houston, the hotel’s GM of three years, has also left the project. In her place, Richard Alexander has become general manager, previously GM of the Paradise Yacht Club in The...