De Vries was introduced to Holland America Line in 1995 when he interned as a cadet on the former ms Noordam, and since joining the company, he has sailed on every class of Holland America Line’s ships.
Carlson Rezidor appoints Roger Chacko as Chief Branding and Marketing Officer
Prior to Carlson Rezidor, Chacko served as chief strategy officer for Bloomin’ Brands Inc., where he co-developed the company’s international expansion plan, created the analytics function, and set the foundation for new digital marketing capabilities.
Bill Wright named President at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
A gaming industry veteran, Wright joined the Seminole Hard Rock team from Station Casinos in Las Vegas, where he was most recently Vice President and General Manager of Green Valley Ranch Resort.
Hilton Batumi opens on shores of the Black Sea
The 247-room contemporary property, which includes 15 suites, offers guests views over the Black Sea, mountains and the neighbouring Dolphinarium.
Fujita Kanko opens Bangkok and Jakarta offices to accelerate expansion in Southeast Asia
Fujita Kanko will use its overseas offices to promote its 70+ properties in Japan and build international recognition for its businesses among travelers and other stakeholders.
Tim Sheldon new Caribbean and Latin America leader at Marriott
Tim Sheldon tapped to head region as company expects to have 150 hotels open or under development in the region by 2017.
Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok company’s first city hotel in Thailand
Highlights of the 297-key Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok include a 20-metre rooftop pool and bar, 330 square metres of meeting space and a cosy courtyard featuring a unique two-storey waterfall.
Why your hotel website should offer more than one language
By Alina Cincan: In a world of global travellers, here are four reasons why smart hotels are offering their webpages in multiple languages.
Plans announced for a new Conrad Chicago
The 20-story property, overlooking North Michigan Avenue on Erie Street, will offer 287-rooms, of which 12 are expansive suites.
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts welcomes two new Vice Presidents
Petra Götting joins the company as Vice President Sales & Marketing Europe and Nick Bosworth joins as Vice President Brand & Marketing.