The Shangri-La brand is set to assume management of the Indian Ocean resort on 15 April, when the property will close for a major renovation. It is scheduled to reopen on 1 November 2015.
Karisma and Viacom to develop Nickelodeon Hotels
From the presence of favourite Nickelodeon characters like SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to resort attractions and entertainment, Nickelodeon Hotels is aiming at the upscale family vacation market.
Marriott launches online travel and lifestyle publication
Marriott Traveler expects to launch nearly 300 pieces of destination content over the next three months beginning with three popular locations: New Orleans, Chicago and Orlando.
Otto Steenbeek named new General Manager of Andaz Liverpool Street Hotel
Steenbeek started his career with Hyatt in 1988 and has held GM roles at the Hyatt Regency Kuantan in Malaysia, the Grand Hyatt Amman in Jordan and most recently at Hyatt Regency Mainz in Germany.
M by Montcalm Shoreditch to open in London’s Silicon Roundabout
The 18 storey building will be home to 269 stylish rooms, a members club, and 200 person capacity conference rooms.
Inncom system used to reduce energy usage
The Inncom system automates guest comfort with intuitive temperature and drapery controls and communicates with door locks to increase guest security.
The Rainmaker Group acquires Revcaster LLC
The Rainmaker Group has bought Revcaster LLC, one of the leading hospitality market intelligence, rate shopping and analytics software tools, and this will add strength to Rainmaker’s range of products.
David de Brito appointed Resort Manager for Keemala
Through his 22 years of hospitality experience, de Brito has worked in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Brunei, Doha, Bali and East Malaysia. Keemala will be the eighth pre-opening of a high-end resort in his career.
Ashley Smit appointed Front Office Manager at Hilton Durban
A 10-year industry veteran, Smit’s most previously was the Assistant Front Office Manager at The Michelangelo Hotel in Sandton.
Stefan Mirevski appointed GM of Embassy Suites Crystal City
Mirevski joined Hilton in 2002 and was most recently director of operations at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner.
