Wael Soueid, also a French national, joins Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort in Portugal from Anantara Tozeur Sahara Resort in Tunisia, where he was credited with creating innovative guest experiences such as the Berber Nights experiences and horse riding as well as introducing a Green Zone, offering guests a chance to immerse themselves in the desert landscape and culture.
Clément Rousseau appointed Director of Golf at Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech, the luxury resort nestled in the heart of Marrakech, is delighted to announce the appointment of Clément Rousseau as Director of Golf.
Cris Tarrant appointed co-chair of the Sustainable Hotel Alliance’s communications and PR committee
Dr Cris Tarrant, BVA BDRC chairman, has been appointed co-chair of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s Communications and PR Committee alongside Dimitris Manikis, President EMEA at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance has a purpose to accelerate the path to net positive hospitality and it is supported by around 50 member organisations, including nearly all the leading hotel groups in the world.
Lotte Hotel Seattle welcomes three new hospitality veterans to culinary team
Lotte Hotel Seattle, today announced the appointment of three respected culinary leaders to the food and beverage team. Jesse Olsen has been appointed Executive Chef, Antonio Giovanni Artale has joined as Director of Food and Beverage, and Jon Park has joined as Lead Bartender. The trio of seasoned professionals will lead the signature dining venue, Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge, along with social and group event catering at Lotte Seattle, voted the #1 Luxury Hotel in Seattle by Travel + Leisure’s 2023 World’s Best Awards.
Accor’s Kay Goodman recognised among top leaders in 2023 HR Global 100 report
Accor proudly announces that Kay Goodman, Vice President of Accor Academy & Talent Development for Accor’s Middle East, Africa and Asia
Lošinj Hotels & Villas announces the appointment of a new executive director of Human Resources
Lošinj Hotels & Villas is pleased to announce the appointment of Dijana Šapina as its new Executive Director of Human Resources.
Dugasta Properties supports Sir Syed Day celebration in Dubai
Dugasta Properties, has partnered with organisers ofthe Sir Syed Day — the Alumni meet of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), held on November 18, 2023, at Hotel Holiday International, Al MajazSharjah.
Centara appoints seasoned Hotel Specialist, Chen Thipvarodom
Centara Hotels & Resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chen Thipvarodom as the General Manager of the highly anticipated Centara
The Kessler Collection welcomes Peter Wu as President of Hospitality Operations
The Kessler Collection is thrilled to welcome accomplished hospitality industry veteran Peter Wu to the new role of President of Hospitality Operations!
INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit welcomes Executive Chef
Drawing on more than two decade’s experience with some of the most popular hotel brands in Thailand, Katisak Pinkaew has been named the executive chef at the Kingdom’s first INNSiDE by Meliá hotel.








