Speranza brings more than nearly two decades of New York-based experience including senior leadership positions with Millennium Hotels, IHG, Mandarin Oriental and Regent International.
Tricia Cornelius named Director of Starwood’s new sales organisation in Brisbane
Cornelius will raise awareness about Starwood’s properties in Queensland and Western Australia and drive Starwood’s performance, revenue and position across these regions.
Affluent travellers in Asia Pacific seek beach breaks for family vacations
The Visa Affluent Study 2015, which looked into the travel patterns of affluent consumers in eight major markets in Asia Pacific, found that 82% of respondents had traveled with their families in the past year and they prefer to spend their holidays within the region.
Centara opens ‘Inspiration Room’ for employees
The catalyst for the space to relax and engage was centered on meeting the motivations and interests of generation Y, which make up 50% of the Centara work force.
New build Mövenpick Hotel Heraa Jeddah to open in 2019
The 300-key Mövenpick Hotel Heraa Jeddah, one of five Saudi new builds being rolled out by the hospitality firm over the next four years, will take Mövenpick’s KSA offering to 14 properties strong.
Sea Sun Sand Resort & Spa joins Variety Hotels
Thai-based hotel management company, Variety Hotels, has announced the addition of the Sea Sun Sand Resort & Spa to their portfolio this month, making it the group’s 4th hotel in Phuket.
JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa to open in Fall 2015
The 299-room luxury beachfront resort is dedicated to cherishing and showcasing Los Cabos’ natural environment and traditions.
Starwood eyes growth in the Philippines with Sheraton Mactan Resort signing
A new build property comprised of hotel and branded residences on the coral island of Mactan in the Philippines, the Sheraton Mactan hotel will open in 2019, followed by the opening of the residences in 2020.
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth – Northbridge due to open in early 2017
The 205-room DoubleTree by Hilton Perth – Northbridge will be the first DoubleTree by Hilton to open in Western Australia.
Serviced apartments gain higher profile but will continue to evolve
A survey of lenders, operators, developers and investors in Europe, conducted by HVS London, suggests the majority are keen to participate in the growth of serviced apartments, but there needs to be more consolidation, transparency in data, and greater deal volume for it to move away from being a niche market.
