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Amanda Joiner appointed as Global Vice President and Head of The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center
Joiner brings over two decades of leading excellence and driving culture within The Ritz-Carlton hotel operations, sales, and marketing
ISHRAQ HOSPITALITY APPOINTS RICHARD HADDAD AS THE NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Richard Haddad will usher the division into its next chapter of continued growth, innovation and strategic development across the Middle East
Nikki Beach Global Announces New Celebration Suite Now Open for Reservations at Nikki Beach Resort
The suite is the largest in Dubai and offers guests and brand partners a customizable venue for one-of-a-kind events and overnight stays
New Book from Award-Winning CEO Receives Critical Acclaim
Waterside Productions is pleased to announce the publication of A Bridge Not Too Far: Where Creativity Meets Innovation by founder and CEO of lebua Hotels and Resorts, and award-winning entrepreneur Deepak Ohri.
Experience the Best of the Maldives with Marriott Bonvoy’s Four Resorts
With more than a thousand splendid islands and the 26 coral atolls brimming with marine life, a dive into the unfathomable sea or sprawling across the sun-lounger on the powdery sand, the reasons to visit Maldives are unending. The destination lends itself seamlessly to suit all types of travelers from being a romantic hideaway, to a multi-generational getaway, for a best friends trip, to diving, a wellness retreat or even for the ones looking to go solo and these four resorts from Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio in the Maldives, give one a chance to tick off bucket-list things to do, in a bucket-list destination.
Special Italian Dining Session at Abu Dhabi’s Café Milano
Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island is set to welcome Chef Jessica Rosval of Casa Maria Luigia to conduct a signature dining session on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at the Forbes 5-star hotel’s authentic Italian restaurant Café Milano, the first international outpost of its renowned sister restaurant in Washington, DC.
ENVI Lodges announces its international expansion with a luxury ecolodge destination in Costa Rica
Experiential ecolodge brand signs agreement with The Islita Developments to operate ENVI The Islita, a new ecotourism project in Punta Islita on the Nicoya Peninsula
If you buy one book this year, buy this one, it will lift and inspire you!
A Bridge Not Too Far: Where Creativity Meets Innovation explores how Ohri’s humble beginnings have fueled his innovative entrepreneurial spirit and have informed his deeply human-centered approach to business and to life. In an industry where profit is often placed over people, Ohri is committed to compassion, care, and creating powerful emotional connections that can last a lifetime.
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Opens in the Icelandic Capital
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton has opened its doors to guests. In a complex of seven rebuilt and new buildings, the 163-room hotel sits at the doorstep of the Icelandic parliament – Alþingi – joining Curio Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of more than 130 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts handpicked for their distinct character.
Accor appoints Kamal Rhazali General Secretary
Accor announces the appointment of Kamal Rhazali as Secretary General and General Counsel of the Luxury & Lifestyle division, effective February 1, 2023. He will report directly to Sébastien Bazin.
Hilton Expands Presence in Colombia with Debut of Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton announces the opening of Hilton Santa Marta, Hilton’s second hotel in Colombia’s oldest Hispanic city. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the contemporary 261-room property is within walking distance from the beach and conveniently located near the mountains of Sierra Nevada and the ancient ruins of Tayrona National Natural Park
WHAT’S NEW IN THE BAHAMAS IN JANUARY 2023
There’s no better time to visit The Bahamas than during the winter. As temperatures drop in much of the world, the sun keeps shining brightly on the archipelago. And throughout 2023, travellers can join in on celebrations marking 50 years of Independence, complete with larger-than-life Junkanoo festivities, special hotel deals and endless opportunities to explore the sun, sand and sea.