Editor, Author at The Mediterranean Observer

EditorFebruary 25, 2021

The tourism, travel and hospitality on-line talk show MHRA REPORTS will have as guest speaker, the Hon. Aaron Farrugia, Minister for the Environment, Climate Change and Planning. The host of the programme, MHRA CEO Andrew Agius Muscat, will engage with Hon Farrugia about the challenges which hotels and restaurants will be facing with the implementation […]

EditorFebruary 25, 2021

Accor announces that it completed the disposal of a 1.5% stake in Huazhu Group Limited (HTHT) for €239m. This transaction allows Accor to crystallize further value creation of the initial investment while simplifying its balance sheet. After this transaction, Accor owns a 3.3% stake in Huazhu and continues to be represented at the Group’s Board […]

EditorFebruary 25, 2021

The historic Grand Hotel Savoia Cortina d’Ampezzo, A Radisson Collection Hotel, and the Radisson Residences Savoia Palace are proud to open their doors following an extensive renovation, while still maintaining both properties’ unique alpine identities. Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of the world’s leading year-round resort destinations offering world-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter and […]

EditorFebruary 25, 2021

Nobu Hospitality, the global lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, is delighted to announce its continuing global expansion into the “Gate to the World,” Hamburg, Germany. The Nobu Hotel and Restaurant will be located within the Elbtower, a project by SIGNA Real Estate, one of Europe’s leading property companies. […]

EditorFebruary 25, 2021

More meeting and event professionals have been looking to plan hybrid virtual/in-person meetings and events as the meeting industry adapts to new ways of connecting during the global pandemic. However, meeting and event professionals often require additional information about technology, health protocols, and logistics available to them. Marriott International is offering innovative solutions to help […]

EditorFebruary 24, 2021

David G. Curmi has been appointed Air Malta executive chairman, confirming reports by MaltaToday on Sunday. The announcement was made by the finance ministry, who thanked outgoing chairman Charles Mangion. Curmi is a financial services professional and corporate executive, serving as Chief Executive Officer of MAPFRE MSV Life plc, and sits on the boards of […]

EditorFebruary 24, 2021

Pronet Gaming announced it has appointed Vanessa Zammit as HR and office manager in Malta, in a statement posted to LinkedIn on Monday. Ms Zammit will bring with her a breadth of experience gained in a variety of positions in HR. She previously worked as office and HR manager at NetRefer for more than […]

EditorFebruary 23, 2021

Malta’s iconic Caffe Cordina is officially here to stay, the Cordina family have confirmed with WhosWho.mt. This newsroom reached out to the beloved café following unsubstantiated reports that it was up for sale. “No, it is absolutely not,” say the Cordina family in a categorical and straightforward reply. The coffee shop, located in an old […]

EditorFebruary 22, 2021

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What You Need To Know We may not know much about when it will be safe to resume traveling internationally, or how soon after that countries will begin to lift travel restrictions. What we do know is that travel will be fundamentally different on the other side. Airlines, airports, cruise lines, and hotels will all […]

EditorFebruary 22, 2021

HILTON is confident that its “resilient business model, spirit of innovation” and “a clear purpose” will tide it through this challenging period. “Ultimately, we believe that will be this swift, responsive and adaptive innovation that will help us progress towards the travel and tourism sector’s eventual recovery,” said Hilton’s vice president, operations in Southeast Asia, Paul […]

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Accor to sell a 1.5% stake in Huazhu for €239m

The Grand Hotel Savoia, A Radisson Collection Hotel And Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Open Their Doors In The Heart Of The Dolomites

Nobu Hotel and Restaurant to open in Elbtower Hamburg, Germany with SIGNA Real Estate

Marriott International Offers Planners New Hybrid Meeting Solutions Across Brands

David G. Curmi confirmed as new Air Malta executive chairman

Vanessa Zammit appointed HR and Office Manager for Pronet Gaming

Malta’s iconic Caffe Cordina is here to stay

The Future of Travel in the Covid-19 Era

Hilton Banking On “Resilient Business Model, Spirit Of Innovation” And “A Clear Purpose” To Overcome Pandemic

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Hilton Banking On “Resilient Business Model, Spirit Of Innovation” And “A Clear Purpose” To Overcome Pandemic

Will the Hospitality and Travel Industry Recover in 2021?

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