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Hyatt’s Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel welcomes new GM

📍 Jonathan Blose appointed as general manager of Hyatt’s Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel, on April 14, 2025. With 17 years in hospitality, Blose's experience spans roles such as director of operations at Hyatt Centric Times Square (2021-2025) and Andaz San Diego. The 130-room hotel, opened in 2008, is located in Lower Manhattan's Financial District near Wall Street and One World Trade. Blose emphasizes team understanding for success.

Fattal Hotel Group acquires Leonardo London Heathrow, a hotel it operates under a brand it owns

💸 Fattal Hotel Group acquired the Leonardo Hotel London Heathrow Airport from Aprirose, which had owned the 230-room property since 2015. The hotel, last refurbished in 2019, was sold to create liquidity and redeploy capital. Knight Frank brokered the deal. This trend, where operators buy real estate to control operations, aligns with Aprirose's recent asset transactions in St John's Wood, London's West End, and Liverpool. Arthur Phelan was appointed as Aprirose's asset management director.

Sage Hospitality takes over management of “The Shining” hotel

🏨 Sage Hospitality Group will manage the iconic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado, known for inspiring Stephen King’s “The Shining.” This partnership with the Colorado Educational and Cultural Facilities Authority aims to generate $45 million over 36 years. The 191-room hotel, built in 1909, is a National Historic Place. Former owner John W. Cullen IV remains CEO of SPACE, planning expansions. The property offers a restaurant, bar, spa, and 25,000 square feet for events.

Andaz 5th Avenue appoints new general manager

📍 Andaz 5th Avenue in New York City has named Marshneil Bharadwaj as its new general manager. A nearly 20-year Hyatt veteran, Bharadwaj moved to NYC in 2022 from the Bahamas. She will lead operations, strategic planning, and guest experience at the 184-room hotel, which includes 47 suites and six terrace rooms near Bryant Park and the New York Public Library.

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Marco Tabet named GM of Hilton’s Hotel del Coronado

🏨 Marco Tabet appointed as new general manager of Hotel del Coronado, California. With 20+ years of experience, previously general manager at Conrad Punta de Mita for six years. Will manage post-renovation operations following a $550 million project adding dining, spa, fitness, and accommodations upgrades. Tabet has led various Hilton properties including in Los Cabos, Lima, and Panama. Hotel del Coronado features five neighborhoods, with Shore House and Beach Village as part of LXR Hotels & Resorts and others in Hilton's Curio Collection. Victorian neighborhood undergoing $160 million restoration.

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Dorchester Collection appoints new GM of Le Meurice, Paris

🏠 Pascal Billard appointed general manager of Le Meurice in Paris, starts August 1, 2025. He succeeds Franka Holtmann, who retired in February after 18+ years. Billard has over 35 years in hospitality, including 12 years at Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona and previous experience at Hôtel Plaza Athénée (2009-2013), part of Dorchester Collection. Le Meurice, opened since 1835, houses the two-Michelin-starred Le Meurice Alain Ducasse and pastry chef Cedric Grolet's patisserie. Dorchester Collection's Christopher Cowdray praises Billard's luxury hospitality expertise.

Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort promotes Sebastien Dental as managing director

🏨 Sebastien Dental was appointed as managing director of Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort, in Los Cabos, Mexico, in 2025. Dental joined the resort in 2020, transitioned to resort manager in 2022, and has over 15 years of hospitality experience. The resort boasts 84 accommodations, including 66 rooms and suites, five villas, 12 Signature Beach Villas, and the 28,000-square-foot Ty Warner Mansion. 🏝️

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Skyscanner promotes Bryan Batista to ‘dream…

🚀 Bryan Batista will become Skyscanner's new CEO on June 1, succeeding John Mangelaars. Batista, who joined Skyscanner in January 2024, previously led at Tesla and Booking.com. Under his guidance, Skyscanner searches 100 billion prices daily and has expanded into high-growth markets like India. The company has seen double-digit growth in flights, car hire, and accommodation. Batista aims to enhance travel planning with new rail and package travel options. Mangelaars departs after 4.5 years.

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Corendon Airlines appoints Paul Schwaiger…

✈ Corendon Airlines appoints Paul Schwaiger as chief commercial officer, succeeding Mine Aslan. Schwaiger has advised the airline since March 2024 and contributed to its 20th-anniversary improvements. With experience at Lufthansa, SunExpress, and Condor, he enhances German-Turkish tourism. Operating under Turkish and European licenses, the airline serves UK, Germany, Poland, Austria, and Switzerland, flying to Spain, Greece, Egypt, and Turkey for summer 2025.

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Travix appoints new CEO and COO

✈️ Travix, an online travel agency, has appointed Casper Maasdam as CEO and Lesley Zandvliet as COO to drive growth. Maasdam, with over seven years at Travix, succeeds Chee Teong Ooi, CEO since late 2022. Zandvliet, previously Chief of Staff, has enhanced operations with Lean Six Sigma. Travix aims to strengthen its position in Dutch and Belgian markets, leveraging its CheapTickets brand and integration into the Trip.com Group.

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