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Kourotsidis takes up leadership of Fairmont Ajman
Fairmont Ajman has announced the appointment of Kosta Kourotsidis to the role of general manager at the 252-key luxury beachfront resort. Prior to taking up the position, Kourotsidis was general manager at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa in Bahrain.
Vinpearl Convention Centre Phu Quoc to welcome World Travel Awards
The Vinpearl Convention Centre Phu Quoc, Vietnam, will play host to the World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony on October 12th. The state-of-the-art meeting and event facility is the latest addition to the five-star Vinpearl Phu Quoc integrated complex.
Ascott partners with Qatar Investment Authority for new Sydney property
The Ascott is investing S$192 million in a freehold serviced residence in the central business district of North Sydney. The property will be financed through the Ascott Serviced Residence Global Fund, its global fund with Qatar Investment Authority.
Soul Street opens at Five Jumeirah Village, Dubai
Located in the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle, Soul Street is a lively restaurant, bar and lounge offering honest, authentic and passionate street food from South America, Europe, Asia, India and the Middle East.
C Central Resort – the Palm prepares to open to first guests
C Central Resort is located on the East Crescent of the picturesque Palm Jumeirah. From its exceptional location on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, guests can access one of the best private beaches in the city as well as experience unhindered views of the iconic destination.
Merrick takes up leadership of JA Manafaru, Maldives
JA Resorts & Hotels has appointed Karen Merrick to take over the leadership of multi award-winning JA Manafaru, a private island resort in the Maldives. The Scottish National is the second female general manager in the JA Resorts & Hotels portfolio of eight properties.
Accor renews Saudi commitment as tourism rises up political agenda
Accor has revealed its Saudi Arabia masterplan as it reaffirms its steadfast support to the kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambitions. The robust strategy is closely aligned with the country’s blueprint for socio-economic transformation.
van der Klaauw to lead Pulitzer Amsterdam
Pulitzer Amsterdam has appointed Yvonne van der Klaauw as general manager of the property. She steps into her new role having previously served as a director of business development at the hotel for the past four years.
Acimovic appointed general manager with Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences
Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences has appointed Nemo Acimovic to the role of general manager. A bonafide leader and industry visionary, Acimovic will bring decades of experience and a strategic perspective to his new role at the 677-room property.
Kempinski signs for third Cuba property
The European luxury hotel group has again signed a management contract with Grupo de Turismo Gaviota, the owning company behind both the Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski La Habana and Cayo Guillermo Resort Kempinski.
Radisson Blu Resort, Ostroda Mazury Lakes set to debut next year
Radisson Hotel Group has reached an agreement with Polish hotel investor Europlan for a new Radisson Blu resort in Poland. Located in Mazury Lakes, the Radisson Blu Resort, Ostroda Mazury Lakes will offer its own marina and water park.
Somerset Maslak Istanbul celebrates first World Travel Awards win
Somerset Maslak Istanbul has welcomed special guests and dedicated partners to a lavish party to celebrate the property’s first World Travel Awards title. General manager, Mine Tan Balto, hosted the celebrations.