Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, vice president of Vietnam, and Ali Rashid Lootah, chairman of Nakheel, have held talks to explore a long-term collaboration for real estate development.The vice president and her …
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Pardo takes on operations role with Avani Hotels
Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Javier Pardo as vice president of operations.Pardo reports directly to Robert Kunkler, chief operating officer of Minor Hotels, owners of Av…
Rove at the Park expands mid-sector accommodation options in Dubai
Rove Hotels has opened its sixth hotel in Dubai, Rove at the Park, in Dubai Parks & Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region.The large property has 579 comfortably size…
Five Palm Jumeirah launches Skyline Thursdays
Guests are being invited to cool down with Five Palm Jumeirah’s summer line-up, featuring the very best in entertainment at its new weekly pool party – Skyline Thursdays.With live DJ sets …
Cebu Pacific boosts China connections with new Shenzen route
The Philippines’ largest carrier, Cebu Pacific, has expanded its reach in mainland China with the launch of a service between Shenzen and Manila.The new route is in line with the carrier’s…
Emaar seeks to grow China presence with Youli Hospitality deal
Emaar Hospitality Group is strengthening its market outreach to China with a sales and marketing partnership agreement with Youli Hospitality Consulting.As part of the agreement, the company will prom…
Foreign Office updates Sri Lanka travel advice for UK visitors
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has announced it will change its travel advice to Sri Lanka to allow British visitors to return to the country.While no longer warning against “all but…
Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81 opens in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81 in Ho Chi Minh City has begun operations in Vietnam.Located in the new central business district, the property is the tallest hotel in south-east Asia, and 14th tallest in …
Qatar Airways touches down in Malta for first time
Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to Malta has landed at Malta International Airport, marking the launch of the airline’s newest gateway to Europe.Operated by an Airbus A320 aircra…
Giraudo to lead One&Only Portonovi, Montenegro
One&Only Resorts has announced the appointment of Michele Giraudo as to the role of general manager of One&Only Portonovi, Montenegro.In his new role, Giraudo is responsible for the opening of…