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Fairmont Tazi Palace Opens in the Heart of Tangier, Morocco With 133 Rooms, Suites and Penthouses
Accor | November 30, 2022
Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier is now open and ready to welcome guests. Originally built in the 1920s as a residence for the King’s advisor, the palace has been restored and expanded upon, standing high on the hills of the city. Debuting this fall, the new Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier mirrors the city’s seductive charm. It is set upon 8.9 acres of lush and secluded hills overlooking the city. Nestled on the Moroccan Riviera, the majestic property offers incomparable views and unparalleled luxury throughout its 133 rooms, suites and penthouses, including one Signature Suite, two Penthouses, and one Katara Suite. Guests will experience la...
Fairmont’s Philip Barnes to Lead London’s Savoy Hotel as Regional Vice President & Managing Director
Fairmont Pacific Rim | November 2, 2016
VANCOUVER, BC, November 2, 2016 - Philip M. Barnes is replacing his umbrella for a "brolly" and will be departing Vancouver as Regional Vice President, Fairmont Hotels PNW and General Manager, Fairmont Pacific Rim, effective November 18. Born, raised, and educated in the UK, Barnes will be returning to his roots and will assume the role as Regional Vice President & Managing Director for London's iconic Savoy hotel. Barnes will lead the hotel's team in all aspects of the operation, guest services and owner relations. Under Barnes' stewardship since 2011, Fairmont Pacific Rim has garnered prestigious recognition ...
Fairmont Hotels Promotes Two Key Marketing Positions in the Pacific Northwest
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts | September 3, 2015
VANCOUVER, September 3, 2015: Helen Pratt has been appointed Regional Director, Sales & Marketing for Fairmont Hotels, Pacific Northwest, based in Vancouver, B.C. In her new role, she will oversee Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Catering, and Conference Services for six properties in the portfolio; Fairmont Empress in Victoria, BC; Fairmont Olympic in Seattle, WA; and four Vancouver hotels - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Pacific Rim, Fairmont Vancouver Airport and the Fairmont Waterfront. Pratt has over 25 years experience in the hotel industry and started her career as a Conference Service Coordinator at Fairmont Banff S...
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Opens 252-Room Fairmont Ajman in the United Arab Emirates
Fairmont | May 1, 2015
AJMAN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - May 1, 2015 - Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the opening of Fairmont Ajman in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Located in the land of perennial sunshine, this beachfront resort is nestled in the smallest of the seven Emirates and is flanked by pristine beachfront with unobstructed views of the Arabian Gulf. Its close proximity to neighboring Dubai makes it the ideal destination to experience both a slightly gentler pace of holiday combined with vibrant cosmopolitan life. "Ajman has its own charm with a strong maritime, trade and fishing heritage and is perfect for travelers who want cul...
Blum Capital & Fairmont Acquire San Diego, CA’s Grand Del Mar; To Rebrand as Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts | March 30, 2015
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - March 30, 2015 - Luxury hotel operator Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce that it will soon take over management of San Diego's top-rated hotel and rebrand it as the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. The highly regarded resort, which was named TripAdvisor's #1 Luxury Hotel in California in 2014 and a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel for the fourth consecutive year, will soon join a distinctive hotel collection that includes the iconic Fairmont San Francisco, world-famous The Plaza in New York, and landmark The Savoy in London. Upon closing of the deal, which will see private equity firm Blum Capital ...
