(IN SHORT) Diego Stembert has been appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla, bringing a wealth of international hospitality experience to his new role. A native of Spain, Stembert has held key leadership positions at several prestigious properties and is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences in Anguilla. Fluent in multiple languages,… Read the full press release
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Ali Mohammed Appointed Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Orlando
Mohammed brings 24 years’ experience with Four Seasons (IN SHORT) Ali Mohammed has been appointed Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. With 24 years of experience at Four Seasons, Mohammed has held various roles globally, most recently as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Miami…. Read the full press release
NH Collection Maldives Havodda Welcomes Marlon Abeyakoon as General Manager
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has appointed Marlon Abeyakoon as the General Manager of NH Collection Maldives Havodda, marking the debut of the NH Collection brand in a non-urban destination. With over 25 years of luxury hospitality and rebranding expertise, Abeyakoon brings a wealth of experience from prestigious global brands like Kerzner, Hilton, and Marriott. His… Read the full press release
Estelle Vassallo Appointed General Manager at Anantara Convento di Amalfi: Elevating Luxury Hospitality on the Amalfi Coast
(IN SHORT) Estelle Vassallo assumes the role of General Manager at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel, bringing two decades of hospitality expertise to the iconic property overlooking Amalfi. With a background spanning esteemed brands across Europe and the United States, Estelle’s leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to sustainability promise to elevate guest experiences at… Read the full press release
Minor Hotels Appoints Ammarawadee Cheowit as General Manager of NH Boat Lagoon Phuket Resort, Thailand’s First NH Hotel Brand in Asia
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Ammarawadee Cheowit as the General Manager of NH Boat Lagoon Phuket Resort, marking a significant milestone as the first NH Hotel brand in Thailand and Asia. With over 13 years of hotel management experience, including leadership roles in various tourist destinations across Thailand, Amma brings a wealth… Read the full press release
Rohit Pandey Appointed General Manager of Anantara Jaipur Hotel: Leading Minor Hotels’ Debut Luxury Property in India
Rohit brings over 20 years of experience to lead the first Anantara in India (IN SHORT) Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Rohit Pandey as General Manager of Anantara Jaipur Hotel, marking the luxury brand’s entry into India. With over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, including roles at prestigious brands like Marriott International… Read the full press release
Alastair McAlpine Appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Osaka
The seasoned hotelier takes charge of the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Osaka, set to open in the summer of 2024 (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has appointed Alastair McAlpine as the General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Osaka, set to open in August 2024. With over 30 years of luxury hospitality experience and… Read the full press release
Ricardo Losada Revol Appointed as Senior Vice President and General Manager, International, at Choice Hotels
Move Comes as Company Continues to Expand Global Portfolio (IN SHORT) Ricardo Losada Revol has been named Senior Vice President and General Manager, International, at Choice Hotels. In this role, he will lead the company’s international division and be responsible for driving growth and expanding the global presence of Choice Hotels’ portfolio of brands. Losada… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville Welcomes Sunil Narang as New General Manager, Continuing Its Legacy of Luxury and Excellence
235-key luxury hotel in heart of downtown Nashville hires Four Seasons veteran Sunil Narang as General Manager to continue long-term momentum (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Nashville has appointed Sunil Narang as its new General Manager. With over 27 years of experience at Four Seasons, Narang brings a wealth of expertise to the luxury hotel…. Read the full press release
Minor Hotels Appoints Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas
Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas, a brand-new luxury resort with a collection of 148 rooms, suites and villas on Thailand’s stunning island of Koh Yao Yai, effective from 1st August 2023. An experienced… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence Welcomes Charles Fisher as New General Manager to Lead Transformation and Innovation
Cairo at The First Residence, Egypt, 2023-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence welcomes Charles Fisher as the newly appointed General Manager of the luxurious hotel in Egypt, bringing a whole new vision for change through innovation and creativity. Hailing from the UK, Charles Fisher makes the move from Tokyo, Japan to… Read the full press release
Mahmoud El Keiy Takes the Helm as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Elevating Azerbaijani Hospitality
The hospitality veteran of 22 years will lead the best hotel in Azerbaijan Baku, Azerbaijan, 2023-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Mahmoud El Keiy, a seasoned hotelier, has taken over the role of General Manager to lead the team at the 171-room luxury Four Seasons Hotel Baku in the heart of the city as of July 3, 2023. Mahmoud’s… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Amman Welcomes Nick Solomon as New General Manager, Bringing Extensive Hospitality Experience to Jordan
Amman, Jordan, 2023-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman welcomes Nick Solomon as the newly appointed General Manager of the luxurious 192-room Hotel in Amman, which provides the ideal home base to experience the capital and discover Jordan in an atmosphere of safety and peace of mind. From island life to city life, Solomon was the… Read the full press release
Mazen Saleh Named General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach: A Homecoming for the Hospitality Veteran
Respected leader and Four Seasons success story returns to Palm Beach Island resort Palm Beach, U.S.A., 2023-Mar-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Mazen Saleh, a 20-year Four Seasons veteran and an adored-by-all leader, has been named General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, the iconic island’s award-winning Five Star, Five Diamond Resort. Mazen’s creative side and… Read the full press release
Four Seasons’ Daniela Trovato Promoted to Regional Vice President and General Manager of South Florida Properties
Overseeing four iconic properties as a luxury hospitality leader in South Florida Surfside, Florida, U.S.A., 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts leader Daniela Trovato has been promoted to Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club, with regional responsibilities including guidance of South Florida’s four… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Macau Welcomes Franck Droin as General Manager to Deliver Exceptional Guest Experiences
Hong Kong, 2023-Feb-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the new appointment of Franck Droin as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Macau. In his new position, Franck will oversee day-to-day hotel operations, leading the team in delivering operational excellence and innovative guest experiences. A leader that is open-minded… Read the full press release
Stefan Frank Named GM of Steigenberger Icon Frankfurter Hof, Deutsche Hospitality Flagship Hotel
Flagship hotel with new General Manager Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — A familiar face with an additional new responsibility: Stefan Frank, who as Senior Director Operations is already in charge of Deutsche Hospitality’s Rhine-Main/Belgium cluster of 13 hotels, will also have direct responsibility for the flagship hotel of the brand… Read the full press release
Daniela Stein Named General Manager of IntercityHotel Berlin Ostbahnhof, Bringing Extensive Industry Experience and Passion to the Role
Career at Deutsche Hospitality Berlin, Germany, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Daniela Stein, who previously worked at IntercityHotel Berlin Ostbahnhof as Hotel Manager, will take over as General Manager of IntercityHotel Berlin Ostbahnhof in January 2023. Born in Osterburg, hotel passionate Daniela Stein has many years of experience in the hotel industry. As a… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Appoints Christian Dolenc as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen
Hong Kong, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Christian Dolenc as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen. Christian brings a wide range of experiences to his new role in South China, having joined Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group at its flagship property, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong in… Read the full press release
Deutsche Hospitality Welcomes Norman Mark as General Manager of Iconic Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s in Brussels
A return to the Icon Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — We wish a warm welcome to Norman Mark! Deutsche Hospitality is proud to welcome Norman Mark back in their hotelier’s family as General Manager of the legendary Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s in Brussels, one of the most outstanding hotels on the European continent…. Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale appoints new Chef de Cuisine and Talavera General Manager
New Chef de Cuisine and General Manager to oversee Spanish steakhouse Scottsdale, U.S.A., 2023-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North announces the appointment of two key members to the Talavera team: Chef de Cuisine Jesus Figueroa and Talavera General Manager Michael Elortegui. Together, Figueroa and Elortegui will help oversee the operation, menu and overall experience of the… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Nevis appoints Billy Cueto as its new General Manager
Industry veteran brings more than 20 years of Four Seasons experience to the Caribbean’s iconic luxury resort Nevis, West Indies, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis, the award-winning Resort consistently ranked by travellers and travel experts as one of the top resorts in the Caribbean, has named Billy Cueto as its new General Manager…. Read the full press release
Auckland Airport welcomes Melanie Dooney as General Manager Corporate Services
Auckland, New Zealand, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has announced the appointment of Melanie Dooney as General Manager Corporate Services. Ms Dooney will join Auckland Airport in early November, taking responsibility for health, safety and wellbeing, people and capability, people services, public relations and government relations, and legal at Auckland Airport. Auckland… Read the full press release
Christoph Knichel named new General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China, 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Christoph Knichel has been appointed as the new General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou and will take responsibility for all aspects of Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou’s operations and management to create a haven in a remarkable constellation with European service where guests can stay in style and comfort…. Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur appoints Blaise Montandon as General Manager
The veteran hotelier is set to usher the urban retreat into a new era of hospitality Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2022-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Arriving from the breezy coasts of Vietnam, Blaise Montandon brings with him a vibrant energy, a buoyant positivity, and a wealth of experience in luxury hospitality. Newly appointed as General Manager of Four… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resorts Bali appoints Randy Shimabuku as General Manager
Bali, Indonesia, 2022-Jun-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Randy Shimabuku has been appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Bali, taking leadership of the two iconic resorts at Jimbaran Bay and Sayan at a critical time as Bali reopens to the world. The appointment marks an exciting new chapter as the Bali resorts unveil a brand new spa, new… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong appoints Christian Poda as Regional Vice President and General Manager
Hong Kong, China, 2022-Jun-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Christian Poda makes the move from Four Seasons Hotel Beijing to Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong as Regional Vice President and General Manager. His move marks the start of an exciting chapter at the iconic Hotel as he will be overseeing the completion of the Hotel renovation, debuting the new… Read the full press release
Danny Vorwerk appointed new General Manager of the MAXX by Steigenberger Vienna
New General Manager for a design hotel located in the city’s Fifth District Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-May-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Dutch-born Danny Vorwerk has been appointed as the new General Manager of the MAXX by Steigenberger Vienna. He is leaving his current role as General Manager at the Steigenberger Hotel Berlin to… Read the full press release
Marco Polo Xiamen welcomes new General Manager Jean-Philippe Jacopin
Xiamen, China, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Jean-Philippe Jacopin has been appointed General Manager of Marco Polo Xiamen. The 300-room hotel sits on the edge of Lake Yundang in the white egret protection zone, and is managed by Hong Kong SAR-based Wharf Hotels. Jean-Philippe’s expertise will play an important role in taking Marco Polo Xiamen forward… Read the full press release
Kempinski Hotel Chengdu names Kai Behrens as General Manager
New Appointment at Kempinski Hotel Chengdu – Mr. Kai Behrens as General Manager Chengdu, China, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Chengdu is pleased to announce the appointment of Kai Behrens as General Manager. A German national, Mr Behrens started his career in the hospitality industry at the prestigious Hyatt Regency Cologne in… Read the full press release