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Chien takes up leadership of Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel
Jumeirah Group has appointed Winston Chien to the role of general manager at Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, a landmark property set in Shanghai’s Pudong District.
Bollhalder takes up leadership of Madinat Jumeirah
Jumeirah Group has appointed Stefan Bollhalder as managing director of Madinat Jumeirah. Bollhalder will oversee the Dubai-based luxury hotel company’s flagship Arabian resort, which last year welcomed more than 590,000 guests, and takes up his position with immediate effect.
Arabian Travel Market 2017: Jumeirah Vittaveli unveils Royal Residence
Step inside the Royal Residence at Jumeirah Vittaveli and discover the ultimate beachfront retreat. Designed for families and groups of friends looking for the ultimate in luxury, this stunning residence offers five bedrooms extending across 3,500 square meters of pure tranquillity.
Jumeirah Group rejigs Dubai leadership team
Jumeirah Group has made a number of internal changes to its management team in Dubai to support the brand’s continued commitment to enhance and redefine the guest experience.
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah claims social media crown
The Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the world’s most luxurious hotel, has taken the crown as the most followed hotel on Facebook and Instagram. The luxurious property – recognised as the World’s Leading Luxury Hotel by the World Travel Awards – has over 500,000 followers on both platforms.
New senior leadership for Jumeriah Group
Jumeirah Group has created two new positions to broaden its senior operations team. Joining with immediate effect, Alejandro Helbling has been appointed vice president group services, while Uwe Faust will step up as group culinary director.
Jumeirah at Etihad Towers to welcome Toro Toro in February
Working alongside chef Richard Sandoval, Perfetti Hospitality signed Pan-Latin concept Toro Toro on the ground floor of Jumeirah at Etihad Towers. The restaurant is expected to open in February 2017. Toro Toro will offer a twist on the contemporary Latin experience by artfully blending Pan Latin flavours and creative sharing plates.
Talise Spa introduces a new level of indulgence for Kuwait
Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa, Kuwait’s idyllic resort, is offering guests a new level of indulgence at the award-winning Talise Spa. From tailored packages in its private suites, a renewed ladies’ membership program, to the launch of the new luxurious British spa brand and organic skincare brand, ILA.
Jumeirah Al Naseem set to open at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Jumeirah Al Naseem will open its doors on December 1st, bringing a contemporary architectural twist to its sister properties within Madinat Jumeirah Resort, and a guest experience focused on a journey of discovery through the modern culture of Dubai. The final chapter of the multi-award winning Madinat Jumeirah also marks the completion of Jumeirah Group’s transformation of two kilometres of coastline into a major tourist destination.
New senior appointments for Jumeirah Vittaveli
Jumeirah Vittaveli in the Maldives has made a number of senior leadership appointments. Benedict Hopkins is now the director of finance, Lijo John becomes director of revenue management and Mike Audrain has been appointed director of human resources.
Greif returns to Dubai as Jumeirah recalibrates top team
Jumeirah Group has made a number of internal changes to its management team in order to strengthen its regional capabilities and support the brand’s continued commitment to growth. Doris Greif returns to Dubai to take up the new role of senior vice president operations, Middle East, Africa and South Asia, with Katie Benson replacing her as regional vice president for Europe, in addition to her role as general manager of Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London.
Alessandro Redaelli, general manager, Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah
Alessandro Redaelli, general manager, Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, speaks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Awards about what the hotel brings to the luxury hospitality market in the Middle East.