The Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel is honoured at the BT Visit London Awards, completing a hat-trick of recent accolades

London, 30 December 2010:  Luxury Knightsbridge hotel, the Jumeirah Carlton Tower, was honoured at last night’s prestigious BT Visit London Awards receiving bronze in the highly competitive ‘Large Hotel of the Year’ category, in recognition of its contribution to London's world-class tourism offering.

Zabeel Properties appoints Jumeirah Group to manage Jumeirah Zabeel Saray on Palm Jumeirah

Dubai, 27 December 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has been appointed by Zabeel Properties, a subsidiary of Zabeel Investments, LLC to manage Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. The new 5-star hotel, located on the west crescent of Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, is scheduled to open its doors to the first guest in January with the opening party planned for 4 January 2011.

Jumeirah Signed Up to Operate Resort in Qiandaohu, China

Dubai, 16 December 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and member of Dubai Holding, has signed a management agreement with Liuhe Group, a subsidiary of Hangzhou-based WEI Jun, to operate the Jumeirah Thousand Islands Lake Resort in Qiandaohu, China.

The Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel Strikes Gold as One of the World's Best Hotels

London, 6 December 2010: Luxury Knightsbridge hotel, the Jumeirah Carlton Tower, has been voted as one of the ‘World’s Best Hotels’ in Condé Nast Traveller magazine’s seventh annual Gold List, and is one of only three UK hotels to be recognised for outstanding service.

Jumeirah Restaurants and Caprice Holdings to open The Ivy in Dubai

Dubai, 9 November 2010 – Jumeirah Restaurants, the restaurant division of Dubai-based luxury hospitality company Jumeirah, and Caprice Holdings, have today announced that they will be launching The Ivy restaurant in Dubai. The new restaurant will open in The Boulevard, Jumeirah Emirates Towers in the spring of 2011.

Jumeirah Announces Management Appointments for Maldives Resorts

Dubai, 5 November 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has announced two management appointments for its two upcoming properties in the Maldives: Jumeirah Dhevanafushi and Jumeirah Vittaveli, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2011.

Jumeirah’s First Maldives Resort is Opening in January 2011

Dubai, 4 November 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has revealed the new brand name of its first resort currently under way in the Maldives: Jumeirah Dhevanafushi (formerly Jumeirah Meradhoo).

Join in the fun at Wild Wadi's 9th annual Swim Burj Al Arab

Dubai, 10 October 2010: Wild Wadi Waterpark and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), with the support of the Red Crescent Society, are preparing for the multitude of enthusiastic swimmers who flock to Wild Wadi Waterpark for the ever popular Swim Burj Al Arab. In addition to a reduced entrance fee and revised age categories, this year all participants will be timed using computerized timing chips.

A new star for Burj Al Arab: Al Mahara restaurant appoints the first Michelin starred Chef to their team

Dubai, 04 October 2010: Burj Al Arab, The World’s Most Luxurious Hotel, recognised as a symbol of Dubai, has recently welcomed the first Michelin starred Chef to their culinary team; Chef Mansur Memarian has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine for Al Mahara, the under-water themed fine dining restaurant where guests enjoy contemporary seafood whilst seated in full view of one of Dubai’s most beautiful aquariums.

Jumeirah Emirates Towers Wins Business Traveller Award

Dubai, 21 September 2010:  Jumeirah, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, is delighted to announce its award scoop for Jumeirah Emirates Towers, recognised as Business Traveller’s Best Business Hotel in the Middle East for 2010. At the same ceremony Jumeirah Group was also presented with the ‘Best Business Hotel Chain in the Middle East’ award for the sixth consecutive year.

South Gate becomes first New York City Restaurant to Launch Custom Designed iPad Wine Tablets

New York, 19 July 2010 –  With its prestigious address on the fashionable Central Park South, the highly acclaimed South Gate (154 Central Park South between 6th and 7th Avenues, NYC, 212.484.4715) continues to revolutionize the dining experience as the first New York City restaurant to leverage the groundbreaking new capabilities of the iPad. South Gate has created custom wireless iPad wine tablets exclusively designed to navigate its extensive wine list. The new iPad wine tablet features the SmartCellar application designed by the New York-based company Incentient.

Jumeirah Group Enters Egypt

Dubai, 2 August 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has signed an agreement with Palm Hills Developments (PHD), one of Egypt’s premier developers, to manage Jumeirah Gamsha Bay Resort, a new five star deluxe resort located in PHD’s Palm Gamsha resort on the Red Sea, Egypt.

Jumeirah Hotels Celebrate Mid-Sha'ban

Dubai, 26 July 2010: Jumeirah hotels are today celebrating mid-Sha'ban, which falls on the 15th of the Muslim month of Sha'ban. “Hag Al Leilah” is the traditional name for this night of festivities with family and neighbours.

Jumeirah Etihad Towers appoints Director of Sales and Marketing

Dubai, 22 July 2010 – Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Cornelia Koebele as Director of Sales and Marketing for Jumeirah Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi one year ahead of the hotel’s planned opening.

Jumeirah Gives a Royal Welcome with London’s Latest Luxury

Dubai, 8 July, 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury international hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has added a new dimension to the London scene. The brand new Royal Suite at luxury Knightsbridge hotel Jumeirah Carlton Tower offers an aspirational living space in one of London’s most prestigious addresses.

Sweet Summer Treat

Dubai, 6 July 2010 - Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, is teaming up with Mercato Mall for the seventh annual Jumeirah Giant Cake Sale, as part of the Dubai Summer Surprises.

Jumeirah Supports Sea Turtle Satellite Tagging in Indonesia

Dubai, 3 July 2010: David Robinson, Burj Al Arab Assistant Aquarium Operations Manager and member of the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project team, travelled to Indonesia last month to help Yayasan Pulau Banyak, a local sea turtle conservation project, train staff in satellite tagging protocol and to assist them in the tagging of two sea turtles.

Meydan announces signing of LOU with Jumeirah Group

Dubai, 28 June 2010 – Meydan today announced the signing of a Letter of Understanding (LOU) with Jumeirah Group for the management of its flagship five-star trackside hotel, The Meydan.

A Dog's Delight: Jumeirah Essex House Announces Exclusive "Canine Turndown Program"

New York, 16 June 2010: Jumeirah Essex House proudly announces the launch of the iconic hotel’s first ever Canine Turndown Program designed to pamper even the most discerning four-legged guests.

Wild Wadi helps set world record with the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Dubai, 7 June 2010: Wild Wadi Waterpark is proud to have participated in the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) and set a new Guinness World Record™.

Jumeirah releases another 25 turtles back into the wild

Dubai, 8 June 2010: The Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project today successfully returned two Green turtles and 23 critically endangered Hawksbill turtles back to their natural habitat, following several months of rehabilitation at Burj Al Arab and Madinat Jumeirah.

Jumeirah Extends International Network to India

Dubai, 9 June 2010: Jumeirah Group, Dubai based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has announced today the expansion of its global representation network into India.

Vertical Marathon runners raise the bar for Jumeirah Emirates Towers’ tenth birthday

Dubai, 28 May 2010: 160 runners took Jumeirah Emirates Towers by storm this morning in the 7th annual Vertical Marathon. The marathon, which forms part of Jumeirah Emirates Towers’ tenth birthday celebrations, saw participants raising a total of AED 115 000 for Médecins Sans Frontières.

Jumeirah Emirates Towers celebrates ten years

Dubai, 27 May 2010: Jumeirah Emirates Towers celebrates ten years of service excellence. Having been the rising star of Sheikh Zayed Road since they opened in April 2000, the towers have witnessed the exciting growth of the city and now occupy a prime location between Dubai International Convention Centre and Downtown Burj Khalifa.

MPI, Jumeirah Establish Global Partnership

Frankfurt, 25 May 2010: At IMEX today, leadership from Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and Jumeirah Group signed a formal agreement to a global partnership that spans investments in research, education and marketplace opportunities.

Jumeirah appoints Vice President of Sales & Marketing - Dubai

Dubai, 17 May 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Toby Joseph to the new position of Vice-President of Sales & Marketing, Dubai.

Climb For a Cause as the Vertical Marathon Celebrates Jumeirah Emirates Towers' Tenth Birthday

Dubai, 11 May 2010: The Big Apple, in the Boulevard of Jumeirah Emirates Towers, in association with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and in collaboration with the Red Crescent Society, is proud to announce the details of the 7th Vertical Marathon. This event, which has become a fixture on Dubai’s annual calendar, will take place on Friday, 28th May 2010, with the aim of attracting a record breaking 200 runners.

Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts offers 10 percent discount to members of Emirates Business Rewards

Dubai, 4 May 2010: Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Emirates Business Rewards to offer a 10 percent discount off the best available rate for stays at all Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts worldwide. The new agreement is an extension of the longstanding partnership between Jumeirah and Emirates.

Jumeirah Group sees sales soar, reaffirms growth strategy and names new brand

Dubai, 28 April 2010:  Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, reported high occupancy in its Dubai hotels in the months of February-April 2010 maintaining a robust average room rate.  Encouraged by this and by strong growth in its business hotels, the company is providing an update on its growth strategy, as well as revealing the name of its planned new contemporary lifestyle hotel brand, VENU Hotels, which will be launched later this year.

The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management’s new Masters Programme now open

Dubai, 21 April 2010: The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, one of the world’s leading hospitality management schools and part of Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding; is now recruiting for its new Master of Science Degree in International Hospitality Management - the first of its kind in the GCC region.

Simon Young, Executive Head Chef, Jumeirah Carlton Tower, Receives Honorary Fellowship from Thames Valley University

London, 13 April 2010: Simon Young, Executive Head Chef at Jumeirah Carlton Tower, has been awarded the accolade of Honorary Fellow for his contribution to the faculty of professional studies at Thames Valley University.

Madinat Jumeirah wins Dubai Quality Award

Dubai, 7 April 2010: Madinat Jumeirah, part of Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, received recognition for its commitment to quality and business excellence at today’s Annual Business Excellence Awards Ceremony.

Fun with the Fishes at Wild Wadi Waterpark

Dubai, 4 April 2010: Wild Wadi Waterpark has partnered with Belhabala Group, the local franchisee of FISHO, to launch The Fish Spa, a new and fun alternative health and beauty treatment. This latest addition to the park’s wide range of family entertainment uses toothless Garra Rufa fish (‘Doctor Fish’) to safely and gently exfoliate the feet.

Jumeirah to Participate in Careers UAE 2010

Dubai, 24 March 2010: Jumeirah Group, Dubai based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has today announced that it will be participating in the UAE’s annual careers fair which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 28th – 30th March 2010.

Jumeirah appoints new General Managers

Dubai, 24 March 2010: Jumeirah, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has announced the appointment of two new General Managers for hotels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The Historic Jumeirah Essex House Official Hotel Sponsor of the Armory Show 2010

New York, 23 February 2010: As the official hotel sponsor of the Armory Show 2010, Jumeirah Essex House proudly announces a series of events beginning on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 to celebrate the cultural partnerships that have been a hallmark of the hotel’s prominent Art Program since 2006.

Jumeirah Announces Partnership with Air China

Beijing and Dubai, 24 February 2010:  Jumeirah is now officially a partner of Air China and its loyalty programme Phoenix Miles. All Phoenix Miles members earn miles when staying at Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts in Dubai, London and New York – all of which are destinations served by Air China.

Talise Spa at Madinat Jumeirah unveils new fully-integrated Wellbeing Centre

Dubai, 23 February 2010: Talise Spa at Madinat Jumeirah has launched its new portfolio of wellness services. These services include new onsite innovative techniques, supported by conventional and alternative medical practitioners, offering guests a single holistic solution for their health and wellbeing.

Jumeirah appoints Vice President of Corporate Communications

Dubai, 22 February 2010: Jumeirah Group has appointed Piers Schreiber to the new position of Vice-President of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. Piers Schreiber brings 20 years of experience in international corporate communications.

Jumeirah Expands Presence in the Maldives

Dubai, 9 February 2010: Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has signed an agreement with Xanadu Holdings Private Limited to manage Jumeirah Meradhoo, a new five star deluxe resort located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, south of the Malé Atoll. This is the second phase of the Group’s expansion strategy in an area which is recognized as the world’s top luxury resort destination.

George Steinmetz exhibition unveiled at Kashta Gallery

Dubai, 7 February 2010: Award-winning photographer George Steinmetz’s latest exhibition is set to inaugurate Kashta Gallery at the Boulevard, Jumeirah Emirates Towers. The exhibition has been organized by arabianEye, the exclusive representative of George Steinmetz in the Middle East and the region’s leading visual content provider, together with Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding.

Rory McIlroy signs new 3-Year Sponsorship Deal with Jumeirah

Dubai, 4 February 2010: Jumeirah Group has signed a new 3-year sponsorship deal with the 20-year-old golfing phenomenon Rory McIlroy. The agreement was signed on the opening day of the Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Course in Dubai by Gerald Lawless, Executive Chairman, Jumeirah Group, and Andrew ‘Chubby’ Chandler, Managing Director of ISM, Rory McIlroy’s management company.

The Jumeirah Regatta Sails into its Ninth Year with a Record Number of Competitors

The Jumeirah Regatta, now in its ninth year, will be taking place from 29th - 30th January, welcoming cruisers, dinghies, foiling moths and catamarans from Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Oman in a sailing race off Dubai’s coastline.

Jumeirah wins major travel awards in the US and Europe

Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has received four further awards from the travel industry.