Orient Express News
Alden takes up new leadership role with Accor
Accor has announced the appointment of Stephen Alden to the dual role of chief executive at Raffles and Orient Express. He will take up the position on May 3rd.
Bangkok to host first Orient Express hotel following Accor acquisition
Imprinted in both history and imagination, the Orient Express brand has been reinvented for the future, with a vision to build a collection of prestigious hotels, steeped in tradition, myth and adventure.
Orient-Express to rebrand as Belmond
Orient-Express Hotels has announced it will market its collection under a new brand, Belmond, from March 10th, 2014. Marking an important new era in the company’s history, the new name seeks to embrace all that is unique about the travel operator.
A culinary journey aboard the British Pullman in 2014
The new series of pop-up evenings aboard the British Pullman hosted by an array of award-winning celebrity chefs, together with Executive Head Chef Robbie Gleeson, is announced for 2014.
Celebrity chef Ken Hom to front new restaurant at Copacabana Palace
Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. has announced the opening of a new restaurant at Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, fronted by celebrity chef Ken Hom.
New seasonal spa experiences from Orient Express Hotels
Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. is dedicated to creating unique experiences, and this ethos extends to the spa treatments offered at each property, which are regularly updated to ensure guests enjoy a truly unforgettable visit. This autumn, innovative new treatments are available on spa menus in hotels in Mallorca, Sicily, Cape Town and California, using nourishing ingredients to leave guests feeling relaxed and revitalised.
The Venice Simplon Orient-Express starts its 2013 season
The crystal glasses are gleaming, the silver is polished, marquetry panels varnished and cabins prepared; arrangements are complete for the start of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express’ 2013 season. This year sees the train head to Scandinavia on a new and exciting itinerary from Venice to Stockholm via Copenhagen and the restoration of two of the 17 iconic carriages, keeping the romance of train travel alive.
Orient-Express launches associate programme
Orient-Express Hotels has launched the Orient-Express Associate Hotels programme. At the same time, Orient-Express has confirmed the founding member of the new programme will be the iconic Hôtel du Palais, Biarritz, France.
La Samanna completes renovation project in St. Martin
Located on the French side of St. Martin, La Samanna has completed the second phase of an extensive renovation project. Revitalising its long-standing reputation as the ultimate luxury Caribbean destination, the Orient-Express property now features two new restaurants and a revamped lobby with sea views as part of the redesigned main building, as well as refurbished suites and rooms.
Orient-Express names John M. Scott III President and CEO
Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. announced that John M. Scott III has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer and a Director. Mr. Scott, 47, is an experienced operator of luxury hotels who most recently served as President and CEO of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, where he oversaw a portfolio of 17 ultra-luxury hotels located in seven countries with combined revenues of more than $500 million.
Cook to head up Orient-Express British Pullman train
Orient-Express has announced Andrew Cook has been appointed general manager of the British Pullman train. Cook will oversee all areas of the business for the British Pullman and will be based in London, reporting into Gary Franklin, managing director, Trains & Cruises.
Former Rosewood boss appointed as Orient-Express president
Orient-Express Hotels appointed John M. Scott III as president and chief executive officer and as a director. Mr. Scott, 47, is an experienced operator of luxury hotels who most recently served as President and CEO of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, where he oversaw a portfolio of 17 ultra-luxury hotels located in seven countries with combined revenues of more than $500 million.