Jumeirah Group News
Jumeirah Beach Hotel brings 3rd Green Globe certification to Dubai
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel group, and member of Dubai Holding, is delighted to announce that two additional properties have been awarded Green Globe certification for implementing energy-saving measures throughout the hotels.
Broadhead takes over as chief commercial officer at Jumeirah
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, appointed Alison Broadhead as chief commercial officer. She is responsible for all sales, marketing and revenue activities across the company’s 22 hotels and other related businesses.
Jumeirah Carlton Tower to offer jasmine themed afternoon tea
Jumeirah Carlton Tower is celebrating the style and sophistication of the 17th century with a jasmine themed afternoon tea. The afternoon tea has been designed by master patissier Eric Lanlard, who has incorporated classics of the Orient with more traditional tea elements.
Jumeirah to open first hotel in Russia
Jumeirah Group has signed a management agreement with IFG Basis Proect LLC to manage a luxury hotel on Nevsky Prospect in St. Petersburg, Russia. The 74-room hotel is currently under development and is expected to open within the next three years.
Jumeirah secures funding for mid-term expansion
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, announced today that it has successfully raised a US$1.4 billion unsecured syndicated loan priced at 2.75 per cent above LIBOR due 2019. The facility was lead arranged by Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Dubai Islamic Bank, Emirates NBD, HSBC, Mashreq and Standard Chartered. Jumeirah Group was advised by Rothschild on the transaction.
New MICE leadership for Jumeirah Carlton Tower
Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London has appointed Claire Mahon as the new MICE sales manager. Mahon joins the luxury hotel with a wealth of experience, having built a solid sales reputation in the hotel industry, working for properties including Radisson Blu Edwardian, The Mayfair and most recently Great Hotels of the World.
Jumeirah’s Maldivian resorts launch new spa experience
The luxurious Talise Spas at Jumeirah Dhevanafushi and Jumeirah Vittaveli in the Maldives are now offering a new menu of signature spa experiences. All featured treatments use ingredients that are organic and indigenous to the region, as well as local wellness techniques to ensure a relaxing experience that reflects the idyllic surroundings.
Jumeirah brings virtual concierge to London
The luxurious Jumeirah Carlton Tower and boutique Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel have announced that their service will be upgraded to include a chic Apple iPad in each room. The user-friendly iPads will act as a “virtual concierge” and provide guests with an up-to-date guide to all hotel offers and activities, ensuring that the latest news and events will be at every guest’s finger tips.
New appointments as Jumeirah looks to Asia Pacific
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed James Mabey as senior vice president development for the Asia Pacific region. A US national, James has 15 years’ experience in the Asia Pacific Region.
Surprising sushi service at Jumeirah Carlton Tower
Jumeirah Carlton Tower ushers in the wacky and wonderful Sushi Box, providing a unique, interactive experience for all meetings and events guests.
Ramadan draws to a close at Madinat Jumeirah
Madinat Jumeirah has welcomed guests to a special Eid celebration as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan draws to a close. Hundreds of guests were in attendance for the event, which saw celebrations take place at the Mina A’ Salam and Al Qasr restaurants, as well as the Souk Madinat Jumeirah.
Gussing appointed resort manager at Jumeirah Dhevanafushi
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Marc Gussing as the new resort manager for Jumeirah Dhevanafushi in the Maldives. An experienced professional in the hospitality sector, Gussing brings strong leadership and management skills to his new role.