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Lucia Peris, director of spa, Talise Ottoman Spa @ Jumeirah Zabeel Saray (Spanish)
Lucia Peris, director of spa, Talise Ottoman Spa @ Jumeirah Zabeel Saray speaks to Breaking Travel News about another top award of the industry leading property.
Jumeirah Vittaveli set to welcome Royal Residence
Jumeirah Vittaveli in the Maldives is preparing for the opening of the Royal Residence, set to debut in January 2017. The five-bedroom, six-bathroom retreat will cover 3,500 square metres and include a private beach, two pools, and a private arrival jetty.
Jumeirah Group celebrates night of success at World Travel Awards
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has won four accolades at the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony in Italy. At the red-carpet ceremony, Jumeirah Carlton Tower was named Europe’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel 2016. This luxury property in London’s Knightsbridge offers 216 guest rooms including spacious Executive Suites, ideal for business travellers.
Dardenn to take up chief operating officer role at Jumeriah
Jumeirah Group has appointed Marc Dardenn to the role of group chief operating officer. Taking up his position with immediate effect, Dardenne returns to Dubai to oversee Jumeirah Group operations across its international portfolio, which includes the world’s most luxurious hotel, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah.
Talise by Jumeirah leads World Spa Awards winners at Forte Village Resort
Talise by Jumeirah has led winners at the World Spa Awards, taking the title of World’s Best Hotel Spa Brand at a Gala Ceremony at Forte Village Resort in Sardinia, Italy. During a red-carpet event, QMS MediCosmetics was also recognised as the World’s Best Spa Brand by voters from around the world, while Sardinia, Italy, took the title of Europe’s Best Wellness Destination.
New appointment for Jumeirah at Etihad Towers
Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, a social and gourmet hub in the heart of UAE’s capital, has appointed Tarek Madanat as the new director of sales and marketing. Prior to joining Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Madanat held the position of area director of sales and marketing with IHG Hotels Jordan, representing five hotels in four destinations.
New development appointment for Jumeirah Group
Dubai based luxury hotel company Jumeirah Group has appointed Shafi Syed as group chief development officer. Taking up his position with immediate effect, Syed brings over 25 years of development expansion experience across diverse hospitality sectors, including hotels and branded real estate, in Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
Aeroflot partners with Jumeirah Group
Aeroflot and Jumeirah Group have signed a new partnership offering members of the Aeroflot Bonus loyalty program the chance to earn 1 mile per 1 US dollar spent at Jumeirah’s 22 hotels and resorts around the world.
Jumeirah Bodram Palace reopens Lebanese restaurant
The Jumeirah Bodrum Palace is reopening its Lebanese restaurant Al Nafoorah. Diners can soak up the relaxed ambiance and enjoy a mouthwatering menu of traditional dishes with a modern twist such as mezze, shawarmas, fresh seafood, grilled meats and delicious oriental desserts.
Cuthbert to lead Mina A’Salam at Madinat Jumeirah
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Andy Cuthbert as the new general manager of the award-winning Jumeirah Mina A’Salam at Madinat Jumeirah, The Arabian Resort of Dubai. Cuthbert will continue his current responsibilities as general manager of conference and events at Madinat Jumeirah and Jumeirah Hospitality.
Burj Al Arab Terrace opens to guests in Dubai
Set in the stunning azure waters of the Arabian Gulf, the highly anticipated Burj Al Arab Terrace has been launched. Located at Dubai’s most iconic hotel, the terrace is a remarkable, one-of-a-kind restaurant, pool, beach and cabana space, offering hotel guests and Burj Al Arab members the finest Arabian hospitality.
New global business development director for Jumeriah
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Nicola Johnson as director of global business development – UK, Ireland and Scandinavia – leisure. Johnson has over ten years’ international hospitality experience and has worked for some of the world’s top luxury hotel groups.