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10| Inform Briefly Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide announced the introduction of its W brand to North Africa with plans to debut a new hotel and residence property in Marrakech, Morocco. Owned by Dilam Hotel Development S.A.S., W Marrakech and The Residences at W Marrakech will include a 150-room hotel and 68 whole-ownership villa residences as part of a luxurious, mixed-use development. The property is scheduled to open mid-2010. Hilton Hotels Corporation announced that the Rome Cavalieri Hilton will become the first European property to join The Waldorf=Astoria Collection. The Rome Cavalieri is expected to re-open its doors under The Waldorf=Astoria Collection banner this spring. JUMEIRAH GROUP Jumeirah establishes China presence J umeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury international hospitality management group and member of Dubai Holding, unveiled its Chinese name, “Zun Ya,” to convey the essence of the Jumeirah brand as well as a deep connection with Chinese culture. In October, Jumeirah HanTang Xintiandi will open in Shanghai—the Jumeirah Group’s first hotel in China and flagship property in the Asia Pacific region. The London luxury hotel scene is about to change with the introduction of the Guoman Hotels brand and its £150-million ($299.5 million) investment to restore five classic luxury hotel jewels in the best locations to make them the most exciting new properties in London. The Guoman Hotel brand was introduced in New York City at a private dinner at The London New York Hotel on March 11. Richard C. Kessler, chairman and chief executive officer of The Kessler Enterprise in Orlando, Florida, announced plans for his second boutique hotel in Savannah, Georgia—The Bohemian Hotel at Savannah Riverfront. This news follows his latest announcement THE KESSLER COLLECTION of The Bohemian Hotel at Biltmore Village in Asheville, North Carolina, a luxury boutique hotel scheduled to open in December. Long-awaited Plaza Hotel opening planned for May FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS Fairmont Hotels & Resorts announced the reopening of one of New York City’s most distinctive landmarks, The Plaza. After a delicate and thoughtfully curated $400-million, two-year, lobby-to-roof renovation, The Plaza continues its tradition of defining luxury and delivering five-star service with a new contemporary spirit. The hotel opened March 1, with a grand opening celebration planned for May. The Plaza has 282 guestrooms and suites. Luxury Hotelier | April 2008 | www.LuxuryHotelier.com http://www.LuxuryHotelier.com

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