One of the key messages from the 54th Annual Congress of EUHOFA International was that guests are looking for individuality and creativity in new hospitality experiences – a message that could be equally appropriate of the students in hotel schools.
Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay opens in Dubai
The 367-room flagship Steigenberger Dubai is right at the heart of the city close to the iconic Burj Khalifa.
Rosewood Luang Prabang in Laos to open in 2017
Each of Rosewood Luang Prabang’s 22 accommodations will be bordered by a stream or riverbank with features such as open-air showers, tubs and living rooms. Guests will have a choice between seventeen villas and five luxury tents, which will feature unique design elements inspired by the Laos tradition and French Colonial Style.
Meliá to transform flagship in Mallorca into Gran Meliá de Mar
The company announces the rebranding of the Meliá de Mar (Illetas, Mallorca) and its conversion into a luxury Gran Meliá hotel after an investment of more than €3 million.
Eric Pere named new General Manager of Corinthia Hotel Prague
Formerly General Manager of Corinthia hotels in Tripoli and St Petersburg, Eric Pere takes over from Jonathan Pace, who has been appointed General Manager of Corinthia Hotel St Petersburg.
Cathy McConkey new General Manager of Sandy Beach Non Nuoc
Prior to joining Centara, McConkey was working at the Naman Retreat Da Nang, Vietnam as the General Manager.
Verena Lasvigne-Fox appointed Senior Spa Director at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles
Having worked for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts since 2003, Lasvigne-Fox brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the luxury Seychelles resort in a move that will see her transition from her role as Senior Spa Director Europe, based at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech.
Lynne Rolley named Executive Director of Tennis at La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA WEST
A USPTA certified teaching professional with more than 40 years of instruction and coaching expertise, Rolley previously served as Director of Tennis at Berkeley Tennis Club in Berkeley, California where she was responsible for all member operations since 2007.
Holiday Inn Express introduces all-breakfast emoji keyboard
New BREAKFA-mojis merge technology and art to make the breakfast more fun and more social.
Fairmont launches new global cocktail program designed by elite bartenders
The menu features three sections: the most requested classics that guests know and love, revived classics to entice cocktail enthusiasts and the “neats” for those who wish to savor the richness of the program’s carefully selected spirit partners.
