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Hospitality Net
4 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Anthony Ingham has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Rosewood Hotel Group
Rosewood Hotel Group, one of the leading global lifestyle and hospitality management groups, is delighted to announce the appointment of a new corporate executive who will reinforce our strategic vision of becoming the global powerhouse in luxury, travel and lifestyle and further elevate our operational strengths. Anthony Ingham, the Group's new Chief Operating Officer, will begin his term on September 1, 2025, reporting directly to Sonia Cheng, the Group's Chief Executive Officer. Anthony brings decades of experience to his new role and will be instrumental in shaping the Group's operations and strategy to achieve its vision. He will also be responsible for enhancing the guest experience and driving operational and commercial success across all the Group's properties while leading the global teams across operations, commercial, CRM, retail, wellness, digital and e-commerce. A seasoned veteran of the luxury and lifestyle hospitality sectors at global hotel groups, including InterContinental, Starwood and Marriott International, Anthony has extensive experience in leading large global portfolios of luxury hotels, specializing in brand strategy, experience design, operational transformation and commercial performance. He was responsible for spearheading the holistic brand transformation of W Hotels following the acquisition by Marriott International and has a decade of experience in shaping the brand proposition, experience and marketing for over 120 Luxury Collection Hotels globally. He will join Rosewood Hotel Group from The Hong Kong Jockey Club, where he led the membership club business, the hospitality operations of two of the world's leading racecourses, and the Club's overall brand, marketing and customer experience strategy.
Zawya
16-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt's LMD targets $6bln investments for hospitality and residential expansion
Landmark Developments (LMD) is planning to expand its hospitality and residential portfolio with an investment strategy that targets over 300 billion Egyptian pounds ($6 billon), the company's founder and CEO Amr Sultan said. Speaking to Zawya Projects, Sultan said the company's hospitality portfolio includes 1,330 hotel rooms and 1,800 serviced apartments across key developments in partnership with brands such as W Hotels, Marriott, and Villa Coconut. 'We believe that by partnering with esteemed brands, we can elevate the standard of tourism in Egypt," he said. Among LMD's key developments are the W Hotel and Serviced Apartments, the Autograph Collection, the Tribute Portfolio Hotels in New Cairo, and Ghazala Bay on Egypt's North Coast. The company is also developing the More Serviced Apartments project in New Cairo, offering hotel-style amenities in residential settings. LMD's land bank currently stands at 8 million square metres (sqm), with 4.5 million sqm under development. Its residential project portfolio includes more than 24,300 units. The company's latest launch, the EGP 20 billion ($399 million) 'Being' development in New Zayed, is expected to generate EGP 25 billion in sales ($499 million). The 'Being' project also includes the 'Mindset' business complex developed in partnership with LA7. Sultan said the company is assessing luxury development opportunities in Ras El Hekma on Egypt's Mediterranean coast. Internationally, LMD operates in five countries, with recent acquisitions in Cyprus and growing interest in Saudi Arabia. 'While LMD does not yet have a legal entity in Saudi Arabia, it is actively studying investment opportunities, particularly in luxury developments tailored to Gulf tastes,' he said. LMD is advancing innovative projects like Egypt's first design district within the ONE NINETY project in New Cairo, spanning 199,000 sqm. To manage affordability, the company is adopting flexible installment and pricing strategies and forecasts price increases of up to 13 percent this year in line with inflation. 'Our goal is to create high-quality environments that support economic growth and meet rising expectations across the region,' concluded Sultan. (1 US Dollar = 50.13 Egyptian Pounds) (Reporting by Marwa Abo Almajd; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Forget ‘The White Lotus': W Hotels' New Thailand Retreat Was Designed for Music-Loving Wanderlusts
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission. Here's one way for TV fans to secure their Thailand getaway ahead of the expected 'White Lotus bump' in tourism. Ahead of the Emmy-winning series' season three finale, W Hotels is curating its Koh Samui itinerary for music lovers as part of a new getaway experience under its W Presents series. More from The Hollywood Reporter A Running List of 'The White Lotus' Brand Collabs Inspired by Season Three Skims' First L.A. Flagship Is Taking Over Mel's Drive-In - And Yes, It'll Stock That Upcoming Nike Line Disney and Lululemon's Sold-Out Activewear Collaboration Gets a Restock Ahead of Theme Park Season Related: A Running List of The White Lotus Collabs, from Furniture to Fashion The stylish Marriott-owned hotel's first-ever W Presents Retreat kicks off at W Koh Samui — not far from hit HBO show's many filming locations — from May 1 to 5 with a schedule hosted and curated by global music director LP Giobbi. The all-inclusive experience will include 'once-in-a-lifetime events' selected by participating DJs and artists, such as exclusive music performances, an elephant sanctuary visit, a Muay Thai boxing session, an island-hopping boat cruise with a sunset party, an adventure through the Fisherman's Village night market and other surprises. (Note that you're responsible for getting yourself to the Land of Smiles.) Book W Hotels Presents Retreat in THailand The W Presents Retreat at W Koh Samui ranges from $3,836 (132,000 Baht) for a one-bedroom villa with a private pool and garden view to $6,746 (232,000 Baht) for an oceanfront villa. Bookings include breakfast, lunch and dinner for two guests daily, a welcome dinner and access to wellness programs (such as sound baths and yoga and mindfulness classes). In addition to Giobbi, the music lineup includes live performances by DJs Bonobo and Sofia Kourtesis, local artists Kata Sara and Dan Buri, W Koh Samui music curator Armando Mendes, and global artists Beatrice, Emjie, Joplyn and Mascolo. 'Music has always been part of W Hotels' DNA, and W Presents has become a powerful global platform for a culturally relevant sonic expression,' says W Hotels senior vp and global brand leader George Fleck in a release. 'With our first-ever W Presents Retreat, we are deepening that connection to be an even more immersive experience in the world's most exotic destinations, bringing guests closer to the artists they love and the places they love to discover. Launching at our iconic W Koh Samui makes it even more special given the island's vibrant music scene, natural beauty and stunning local culture.' A handful of resorts portrayed the fictional White Lotus Thailand, including Koh Samui Four Seasons, Anantara Bophut, Anantara Lawana and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket. The W Hotels' announcement comes as the Thailand-set installment of Mike White's hit series airs its final episode, which airs on HBO on April 7 at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET and streams on Max. Learn more about the W Presents Retreat at W Koh Samui and book your getaway here. Best of The Hollywood Reporter From 'Lady in the Lake' to 'It Ends With Us': 29 New and Upcoming Book Adaptations in 2024 Meet the Superstars Who Glam Up Hollywood's A-List Rosie O'Donnell on Ellen, Madonna, Trump and 40 Years in the Queer Spotlight
