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Jones handed top sales role with Marriott
Neal Jones began his career at Marriott International in London over 20 years ago and has most recently served as chief sales and marketing officer for Middle East and Africa based in Dubai.
Marriott to take St. Regis brand into new Egyptian capital
Marriott has signed an agreement to open a St. Regis in the new administrative capital of Egypt, just outside of Cairo. From the second quarter of this year, the St. Regis Almasa is expected to occupy an existing luxury hotel at the entrance of the city.
Marriott pipeline reaches half a million rooms
During 2019, the company added 516 properties with more than 78,000 rooms in 60 countries and territories – an average of one new property every 17 hours.
Residence Inn Panama City takes brand into Central America
Marriott International has announced the opening of the first Residence Inn in Panama City. Located in the Pacific Centre Punta Paitilla, the Residence Inn Panama City was designed to capture the vibrant culture and history of Panama.
SHIC 2020: Marriott unveils plans for new Makkah property
Marriott International has signed a landmark agreement with Nahdet Al-Mashaer to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah.
Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa debuts following renovations
Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa has reopened following a full-scale, €30 million renovation of the property. Located in beautiful Balluta Bay in the cosmopolitan town of St Julian’s, the 301-room hotel reflects the brand’s signature design aesthetic of clean, contemporary spaces.
Buiring handed Asia Pacific sales leadership role with Marriott
Marriott has announced the appointment of Bart Buiring to the role of chief sales and marketing officer in Asia Pacific. He will be based in Hong Kong.
Moxy Mexico City slated for 2022 opening
The property is slated to rise in stylish Chapultepec with close proximity to the Roma Norte neighbourhood, characterised by a contemporary art scene, hipster culture and vibrant nightlife.
Sheraton Grand Warsaw reopens in Poland
The 350-guestroom hotel, set in the heart of the historic capital, is one of the first Sheratons worldwide to boast some of the brand’s new signature elements.
North Island, Seychelles, joins the Luxury Collection
With just 11 villas, Africa’s most exclusive private island is located 30 kilometres from the mainland and is accessible by a scenic helicopter flight or an hour boat ride, giving guests an immediate sense of escapism.
Courtyard by Marriott Hamburg City opens in Germany
Courtyard by Marriott Hamburg City has become the second property from the brand in the business city. The 277-guestroom hotel is set in a city centre location with Hamburg’s gastronomic, shopping and cultural highlights on its doorstep.
Marriot signs for Thailand properties with Asset World Corporation
The agreement would fuel the company’s expansion in Thailand with the addition of three hotels comprised of nearly 1,550 rooms expected to open between late 2020 and 2024.