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Campbell Gray Hotels appoints Gerber to lead new Zurich property
Alex is set to open its doors on the western shore of Lake Zurich in the spring under the management of Campbell Gray Hotels.

dusitD2 Nairobi moves toward reopening following terror attack
Dusit International has announced it will reopen the dusitD2 Nairobi hotel following a terror attack that claimed the lives of 21 people. dusitD2 Nairobi, which has been temporarily closed since the incident, is located at the far end of the project in a private location away from the main entrance.

RitzCoffier recognised with Michelin star in Switzerland
RitzCoffier, a restaurant at the Bürgenstock Hotel & Resort, showcasing a modern interpretation of classic French cuisine under the direction of talented chef Bertrand Charles, has earned its first star from the international Guide Michelin.

Hotel booking sites warned over misleading sales in UK
Hotel booking sites in the UK have been censured by the Competition & Markets Authority following a serious of concerns around pressure selling, misleading discount claims and hidden charges.

Oakwood signs major partnership with TravelClick
Oakwood hopes the deal will place it at the forefront of online booking capability, enabling seamless integration with mainstream travel and online booking platforms as well as travel management platforms.

Lux* North Male Atoll opens in the Maldives
A short speedboat transfer from Male airport, the resort sets itself apart, with 67 contemporary whitewashed double-storey penthouses replacing the thatched-roof water villas that have become definitive of Maldivian luxury.

Canopy by Hilton Chengdu City Centre takes brand into Asia Pacific
Thoroughly researched, Canopy by Hilton is built on a refreshing, neighbourhood hotel concept, that appeals to any traveller seeking a locally-inspired experience.

Babylon Rotana Baghdad begins operations in Iraq
Rotana has signed a hotel management agreement with Al Ibaa Company to operate a five-star property in Iraq’s capital of Baghdad.

Barceló Hotel Group takes over at Dukes Dubai
Property developer Seven Tides has confirmed Barceló Hotel Group as the new operator of its five-star Dukes Dubai, located on the west trunk of Palm Jumeirah.

Rosewood set to re-open Kona Village in Hawai’i in 2020
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by global real estate investment company Kennedy Wilson to manage Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort.

Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American to open in 2020
Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American has been scheduled to open in April 2020 - bringing the signature Hard Rock vibe to this exciting cultural capital.

Epie appointed executive chef at Fairmont Dubai
Fairmont Dubai has announced the appointment of Renald Epie as executive chef. Epie, a French national, has over 20 years’ experience in perfecting the art of classical French cuisine at several Michelin-starred restaurants.