Minor International News
Al Najada Hotel by Tivoli opens in Doha, Qatar
In Qatar’s fast expanding capital, residents and travellers are invited to discover the charms of Qatari heritage at Al Najada Hotel by Tivoli. As a new addition to the collection of hotels in Souq Waqif, Al Najada offers new heights of Arabian hospitality to hotel and apartment guests.
Michael Marshall, chief commercial officer, Minor Hotels
Speaking to Breaking Travel News during Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, Michael Marshall, chief commercial officer with rapidly growing Minor Hotels, tells us about the latest properties on offer from the company. He also tells us about his confidence in the future of the hospitality market in the Middle East.
Avani+ Samui expands presence in Thailand
Avani Hotels & Resorts has expanded its portfolio in Thailand with the launch of Avani+ Samui, an upscale resort situated on Phang Ka Bay near Taling Ngam.
Michael Marshall, chief commercial officer, Minor Hotels
Breaking Travel News speaks to Michael Marshall, chief commercial officer of Minor Hotels, as the company completes the acquisition of NH Hotel Group. Speaking at World Travel Market in London, he also tells us about a series of new Anantara properties set to join the portfolio as well as giving us the latest on the growth of the MICE sector in Portugal.
Minor Hotels takes $US3.2m stake in Global Hotel Alliance
Global Hotel Alliance is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together 33 brands with over 550 hotels in 77 countries.
Minor Hotels to take M Collection brand into China
Minor Hotels has signed two new management contracts in China under the company’s established M Collection brand of hotels and bespoke travel experiences.
Avani Hotels signs for second South Korea property
In the final stages of development and scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2019, Avani Central Busan Hotel has an ideal location in Busan’s city centre.
Behnam to take development role at Minor Hotels in EMEA
Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Ramine Behnam as vice president development for Europe, Middle East and Africa. A French national, Behnam is also fluent in English, Arabic and Spanish and is based at Minor Hotels’ regional office in Dubai.
Minor International seeks to further boost NH Hotel Group holding
Minor International has struck a deal with Oceanwood Capital Management to acquire a 5.7 per cent shareholding in NH Hotel Group.
Anantara Jinsha Chengdu Hotel scheduled for 2021 opening
Anantara Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to diversify its portfolio in China by launching the first luxury global hotel brand in the Qingyang district of Chengdu.
Tivoli Évora Ecoresort set to open later this year
Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans for a property in the Alentejo region of Portugal in the historic city of Évora, joining the brand’s other hotels in Portugal, Brazil and Qatar.
Minor International launches NH Hotel Group takeover bid
Minor International has reached an agreement with HNA Group to purchase an equity stake of 25.2 per cent (on a fully-diluted basis) in NH Hotel Group in a two-tranche transaction valued at €619 million.