Alex Kyriakidis
Marriott International: “Africa is a land of opportunity”
Marriott International has announced new deals with a development pipeline expected to drive owner investment of over USD 2 billion, generating 12,000 new jobs in Africa.
W Hotels debuts in Oman with W Muscat
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, announced the opening of W Muscat, the brand’s newest beachfront W Escape and
Marriott appoints new CDO to drive Middle East ambition
Marriott International has announced Jerome Briet as chief development officer for the Middle East and Africa. In his new role, Briet will oversee and drive the company’s growth through new-build, conversion and franchise opportunities across new and established markets in the region.
Marriott lures luxury travellers to Morocco with St Regis debut
Marriott International and Eagle Hills have announced the signing of the St Regis Tamuda Bay, marking the debut of the iconic luxury hospitality brand in Morocco.
Marriott opens Aloft Dubai South for hyper-connected travellers
Marriott International has announced the opening of the Aloft brand’s fourth property to open in Dubai this year — the design-led Aloft Dubai South.
Marriott to expand in the UAE with more than 80 hotels by 2023
Marriott International has announced the addition of 11 new properties by year-end and a robust development outlook over the next five years in the UAE.
Ritz Carlton’s Al Bustan Palace Oman’s grand makeover
Marking a new era in its legacy, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel reopened following a period of enhancements that includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experiences, and new culinary options.
Marriott targets Africa: 200 hotels by 2023
Marriott International has announced massive expansion plans across Africa — on track to increase its portfolio by 50% in 2023.
Four Points by Sheraton to open its largest ever property
Marriott International is all set to open its biggest property in the world yet, with the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Makkah Al Naseem in Saudi Arabia. It will add 1,100 rooms to the brand’s network in the holy city.
Marriott International to offer hospitality training programme in Egypt
Marriott International recently launched Tahseen, its unique hospitality training programme developed in response to a growing need for talent within the industry, in Eqypt.
Aldar appoints Marriott to operate the W Hotel in Abu Dhabi
With AED 20 billion on its real estate portfolio, Aldar Properties has appointed Marriott International to manage one of its prime properties on the tourist hot spot, Yas Island.
Marriott signs triple deal with Al Murjan Group to expand in Saudi Arabia
Marriott International has signed three deals with the Al Murjan Group, to further strengthen its portfolio in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Marriott targets Arab travellers with new website
Marriott International has relaunched its Arabic website to provide a seamless booking experience to Arab travellers. The website will cater to 400 million people in 22 Arabic-speaking countries.
Marriott’s Sheraton Bamako Hotel makes its West African debut
After making its West African debut with Accra Marriott Hotel, Marriott International has announced the opening of Sheraton Bamako Hotel, marking the brand's West African entry in Mali.
Accra Marriott Hotel Ghana debuts in the heart of the Republic
Marriott Hotels, part of Marriott International, has announced its debut in West Africa with the opening of Accra Marriott Hotel, owned by African Hospitality Limited.
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