Meliá Hotels International has announced the appointment of Conrad Bergwerf as the Managing Director of Paradisus Resorts Punta Cana, Dominican Republic – with both the Paradisus Palma Real and Paradisus Punta Cana properties. Holding the position of General Manager of Paradisus Cancun Resort most recently, Mr. Bergwerf brings with him almost two decades of experience …
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort announced the appointment of Brian King as director of sales and marketing. In his new role, King will work to solidify the position of the hotel as well as develop and implement strategies that promote new business opportunities. “We are very pleased that Brian King accepted the position of …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/e9a6c649-fdee-4c2d-a683-2af26934aacd-220×300.png” captiontext=”” align=”left”] AmaWaterways has confirmed the passing of company co-founder Jimmy Murphy. Murphy passed away on December 19, 2014 at the age of 82, surrounded by family. Rudi Schreiner, president and co-owner of AmaWaterways said, “I have known Jimmy Murphy for 25 years and the more I got to know him, the more …
Ms. Emmanuelle Moneger has been appointed General Manager of The Royal Livingstone Hotel, one of three properties within Sun International’s exclusive SUNLUX Collection. Emmanuelle was previously Regional Manager at &Beyond where she developed luxury travel experiences across Africa and Central India. Meanwhile, the government of the Republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe jointly announced the launch …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Erik-Dombroski-200×300.jpg” captiontext=”Geoff Young, Director of Sales & Marketing at Snow King Resort in Wyoming.” width=”200″ height=”300″ align=”left”] Benchmark Hospitality International has named Erik Dombroski director of sales & marketing for Snow King Resort. Geoff Young, Benchmark’s general manager for the property, which is located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, made the announcement. “It is with …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Capture5.jpg” captiontext=”Nicola Butler, joint partner at NoteWorthy.” align=”left”] Luxury travel company NoteWorthy, has appointed Nicola Butler as joint partner. Nicola, who takes her place on the board alongside founder Susie Worthy, has been leading the NoteWorthy team for the past two years and, together with Susie, is credited with leading the business to glory …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DeBrouwer-231×300.jpg” captiontext=”Alexandre de Brouwer, GM at Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta.” align=”left”] Playa Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Alexandre de Brouwer as General Manager for Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta, which is scheduled to open this month. The new all inclusive resort is at the site of the former Dreams Puerto Vallarta, and is …
The Board of Directors of Meet Puerto Rico have confirmed the appointment of Peter Hopgood as Chairman of the Board. In his new role, Hopgood’s leadership will be fundamental in supporting Meet Puerto Rico’s activities, its functions, and goals. “Meet Puerto Rico is an award-winning, well-respected organization within the global meetings and conventions arena; over …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/image006.jpg” width=”149″ height=”207″ captiontext=”Michael Schoonewagen, GM of Belmond La Samanna.” align=”left”] On the heels of its seasonal reopening, Belmond La Samanna in St. Martin has confirmed the appointment of Michael Schoonewagen as the property’s newest General Manager. “Michael’s luxury industry expertise and global perspective makes him an ideal fit to step into the role …
Anni Vepsäläinen has been appointed Managing Director of the Finnish Fair Corporation. “Anni Vepsäläinen’s wide experience of various executive and expert positions and strategic leadership will provide the ideal support for Messukeskus’ future plans for improving its service design and profitability,” said Chairman of the Board of The Finnish Fair Corporation, Matti Halmesmäki. Vepsäläinen was …