Accor launches a podcast diving into the stories of the people, places and initiatives from around the world that are shaping the hospitality of tomorrow, creating new innovative and meaningful experiences. Discover the voices of the passionate and dedicated people who bring it all to life. Whether it’s guest experiences, renovation projects, or responsible and […]
Pride Group of Hotels has signed ‘Pride Biznotel’ in Gir National Park. The property will come into operation from April 2022. Pride Biznotel Gir will be the Group’s 12th property in Gujarat. Pride Biznotel brand is a moderately priced, upscale, full-service hotel that meets the discerning needs of a Business, adventure and leisure traveller. “We […]
Sofitel Mumbai BKC, the flagship of Sofitel Hotels & Resorts in India has announced the appointment of Sneha Jha as the Director of Sales & Marketing. In her new role, Jha will be responsible for leading and further improving all aspects of the sales and marketing department. A seasoned hotelier, Jha has been in the […]
Conrad Dubai has appointed Michael Schmitt as general manager. He joins from Waldorf Astoria Chengdu in China. Before the Waldorf Astoria Chengdu, Schmitt was GM of Conrad Xiamen, China, where he was responsible for the pre-opening period and positioning the hotel as Xiamen and Fujian Province’s leading luxury hotel. His first GM role was at […]
Porto Hotels and Resorts is glad to announce the appointment of Mr. Karim el Herazy as Porto Said Resort & Spa’s Hotel General Manager. Kareem has more than 20+ years of experience in Hotels Management, Rooms Division, Sales and Marketing where he worked with several multinational hotel chains, including Mercure, Accor, Novotel, and Swiss Elsalam […]
Westin Hotels & Resorts expands in Mumbai with the opening of The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake. Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, continues to propel its footprint in India with the opening of The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake. Embracing the brand’s foundational pillars of Eat Well, Move […]
Utsah Sehgal has been appointed as the new Director of Operations of Kochi Marriott Hotel. An experienced hospitality professional, he brings with him 13 years of experience in leadership and managing large teams across several properties of Marriott. An alumnus of IMI, Switzerland, with his management skills, he will lead us to identify new avenues for […]
Having recently transferred from Singapore to Jakarta, Simon Barnett brings a wealth of international experience to his new role as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta. A veteran hotelier with 30 years in the industry, including over a decade with Four Seasons, Simon embodies a rare combination of operational and sales and marketing experience. Starting out in […]
A unique expression of life and vitality, FILA HOUSE Shanghai to join the JdV by Hyatt portfolio. Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and ANTA Sports Products Co., Ltd. (ANTA Group) announced plans for the first-of-its-kind FILA-branded hotel in Shanghai – FILA HOUSE Shanghai. The hotel will make its mark on the global stage as the inaugural […]
The art of Swiss hospitality is arriving into the Philippines with the soft-opening of the first Swissôtel property in Pampanga. Situated in Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone, Swissôtel Clark is set to become a vibrant destination within the evolving city, a two-hour drive from Manila. As of March 1, 270 Premium and Swiss Advantage […]