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Radisson Hotel Group continued to lead on its growth and expansion plan in the first half (H1) of this year, focused on strategic geographical expansions and a new brand architecture with the addition of the art’otel brand, which offers a unique value proposition to owners and guests that blends art with a lifestyle experience. Since the beginning of the year, the group has welcomed more than 100+ hotel openings and signings in APAC and EMEA. Dubai headquartered Aleph Hospitality has announced its partnership with France based Fauchon Hospitality at a recent signing ceremony in Paris. The agreement names Aleph Hospitality as the exclusive developer and operator of the glamourous Fauchon L’Hôtel portfolio in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Hyatt Hotels Corporation recently announced a leadership change positioning Hyatt for continued strategic growth in the Europe, Africa & Middle East (EAME) region. Radisson Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Joseph Chalfoun as area restaurants & bars director, Middle East & Africa, based in their area support office in Dubai. Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s leading hotel groups, has announced a record year in its fastest growing region, the Middle East & Africa, with 21 signings and seven hotel openings achieved thus far. Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and Middle East Airlines-Air Liban, the flag carrier of Lebanon, proudly announce their codeshare cooperation. Millennium Hotels & Resorts, one of the fastest growing hotel management companies in the region, is pleased to announce the promotion of Alexander Suski to associate vice president sales and marketing for the MEA region effective immediately. Marriott International announced it expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa (MEA) portfolio in this year. Travelport, a leading travel commerce platform, announced it has appointed Kerry Koutsikos as managing director of the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Gastrodiplomacy in Jordan, plans for Expo 2020 in Dubai, opportunities in Africa and the latest travel trends for the region were all hotly debated topics in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) Inspiration Zone on Day Three of WTM London. 
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