Managing Director | Multi-Brand Luxury Hospitality Portfolio | Makkah, Saudi Arabia A highly strategic executive leadership role overseeing a portfolio of internationally recognized luxury and upper-upscale hospitality assets within one of the world’s most significant religious tourism destinations. The position requires extensive expertise in multi-property operations, owner relations, luxury brand governance, and high-volume hospitality management. The Managing Director wi

The Art of Expansion: How Mandarin Oriental Plans to Double in Size Without Losing Its Soul In the world of luxury hospitality, scale often comes at a cost. As hotel groups expand, the intimate, intuitive service that defines their most iconic properties can be diluted by corporate standardization. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, a brand synonymous with discreet luxury and its iconic fan logo, is attempting to defy this axiom. Under the leadership of CEO Laurent Kleitman, the

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Kempinski to generate a wave of new openings in 2026-2027 - “Kempinski’s heritage of timeless luxury is unique, and the opportunity now is to pair that heritage with performance-driven operating and asset strategies,” said Paul Lonergan, Chief Operating and Asset Management Officer to Drive Strategic Shift in Performance.... Kempinski Hotels is driving its global expansion with significant momentum, supported by a strong pipeline aligned with its strategic focus on key growth

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts maintains one of the most selective development pipelines in luxury hospitality. The current portfolio comprises 22 operational properties, with 14 confirmed projects under development. The pipeline demonstrates clear strategic priorities: 45% of new developments are concentrated in Asia-Pacific markets, led by the imminent opening of Bulgari Hotel Tokyo. This 80-key property, located in the Yaesu district, has already secured €2.8 million in pre-open

Travel + Leisure 500 compiles the hotels and resorts that readers return to again and again for quality, luxury, exceptional service, and outstanding amenities. The full 2026 T+L 500 is featured in the May 2026 issue of Travel + Leisure and select highlights can be found online at travelandleisure.com. In the following, we present selected press releases gathered from renowned hotels and hotel groups worldwide regarding their listings (This article will be updated daily with

Managing Director | Multi-Brand Luxury Hospitality Portfolio | Makkah, Saudi Arabia - A highly strategic executive leadership role overseeing a portfolio of internationally recognized luxury and upper-upscale hospitality assets within one of the world’s most significant religious tourism destinations. The position requires extensive expertise in large-scale multi-property operations, owner relations, luxury brand governance, and high-volume guest management. The Managing Dir

Abhijay Sandilya, Managing Director, Japan & Micronesia, IHG Hotels & Resorts and CEO of IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, said: “We’re delighted to partner with FUJI KYUKO Co., Ltd for the first time, to introduce a third iconic hotel in Japan to our Vignette Collection brand. Hotel Mount Fuji is a very special destination – a one-of-a-kind property steeped in history, in a stunning and unique location where guests experience never-to-be-forgotten stays.

Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO of Minor International, the parent company of Minor Hotels: "What continues to stand out is the resilience of demand for trusted premium brands, even against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty. This is particularly benefiting destinations and brands with strong positioning and differentiated experiences. At the same time, we remain focused on positioning the business for long-term growth through asset-light expansion and the continued developm

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The career landscape in the hotel industry is constantly evolving. Staying up-to-date with the job market is essential even if you have a position that you are satisfied with. A vast majority of GM job openings are never advertised or publicly announced, but filled through word-of-mouth or networking. And recruiters and companies often prefer to work with still-employed candidates, since they are more likely to have up-to-date skills. Becoming member of Leading Hot

Subin Dharman, newly appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Taipei, leads with a vision to deliver legendary service and further elevate the hotel's distinction as the city's most refined luxury address. Mandarin Oriental, Taipei is delighted to announce the appointment of Subin Dharman as General Manager, effective 1 May 2026. In his new role, Subin will embody transformational leadership and lead the team as it continues to elevate Mandarin Oriental's legacy of leg

The past week has delivered a remarkable array of General Manager and CEO appointments across the global hospitality landscape, spanning the pristine shores of the Red Sea and the vibrant energy of London, from luxury resorts in China and India to iconic properties in Nigeria, the United States, and beyond. These leadership transitions reflect the industry's ongoing commitment to placing seasoned, visionary leaders at the helm to navigate new openings, brand expansions, and t

Hirohisa Fujimoto, vice president, Development, Japan & Micronesia, Hilton: “As demand for luxury brands continues to grow in Japan, the introduction of LXR Hotels & Resorts to Tokyo offers a new and distinctive option to both domestic and international travelers. Drawing on more than 60 years of experience operating hotels in Japan, we are committed to preserving the rich heritage of this iconic property while catering to the evolving expectations of curious, experience‑seek

Mark S. Hoplamazian, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Our strong first-quarter results reflect the continued strength of our core fee business and the resilience of our differentiated portfolio of high-quality brands. As we look to the balance of the year and beyond, we are focused on further elevating Hyatt by strengthening the performance of our brands, our talent, and our technology to enhance how we operate and build on our competitive advantages.

“I am honoured to lead Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre into its new era,” says Daphne Ng. “It is a mission to weave timeless elegance with the vibrant energy of Hangzhou. Together, we will create guest experiences and memories that endure.” Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre has announced the appointment of Daphne Ng as the hotel's General Manager. With nearly two decades of leadership in luxury hospitality and a global perspective honed across Asia

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A senior leadership role overseeing a full-service beachfront resort in a key leisure destination. The position requires strong expertise in resort operations, seasonal demand management, and guest experience delivery. The General Manager will be responsible for driving occupancy, optimizing ancillary revenue streams, and maintaining service consistency while managing a high-volume leisure-driven business mix...... Go directly to job details- & application form

Minor Hotels announces the signing of two new resort properties in Thailand in partnership with Rasa Group: Colbert Collection Koh Samui and Avani Koh Phangan. The dual signing marks the debut of the Colbert Collection brand in Asia and reinforces Minor Hotels’ continued expansion in key resort destinations across the region.

Cluster General Manager | Luxury Lifestyle Hotel Cluster | Dubai, United Arab Emirates - A multi-property leadership role overseeing a cluster of upscale lifestyle hotels within a major international hub. The position requires strong expertise in brand alignment, operational integration, and financial performance across multiple assets. The Cluster General Manager will drive consistency, optimize synergies, and ensure high levels of guest engagement in a competitive luxury ma

Global Hotel Alliance has reported a robust start to 2026, delivering strong double-digit growth across all key performance indicators in the first quarter, driven by the continued momentum of its award-winning loyalty programme, GHA DISCOVERY.... Read more here

Mr. Rajit Sukumaran, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, East Asia & Pacific, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “This agreement marks the beginning of a strategic partnership between IHG and Vingroup, one of Vietnam’s leading private conglomerates. Bringing four of IHG’s renowned brands to Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio reflects the breadth of our portfolio and underscores our strong commitment to supporting Vietnam’s ambition to become a leading global tourism destinatio

Vice President – Operations, APAC & Operational Excellence (Global) | Asia-Pacif A high-impact leadership role overseeing a distinctive lifestyle-driven resort cluster within a landmark destination development. The position requires strong expertise in multi-property operations, experiential hospitality, and brand differentiation. The Cluster General Manager will be responsible for aligning operational performance across assets while delivering a cohesive guest journey and m