Hospitality
Kempinski Hotels Guest Experience Elevated with New Leadership
New Leadership to Transform Wellness, Experiences and culinary
Geneva – Kempinski Hotels has announced strategic appointments designed to transform the Kempinski Hotels guest experience across its global portfolio. The group named three new Vice Presidents – Kristian Toivanen, Aurelia van Lynden, and Dan Clayton – to its newly formed product and experience team. Reporting to Chief Product & Experience Officer Rasha Lababidi, the trio will oversee wellness and spa, destination experiences, and gastronomy concepts. Together, they will enhance how guests connect with each property, blending creativity with flawless execution.
Wellness Appointments Strengthen Kempinski Hotels Guest Experience
Kristian Toivanen, the new Vice President of Wellness & Spa, brings decades of experience from luxury icons such as The Savoy and Claridge’s in London. Moreover, his leadership in global longevity and wellness resorts positions Kempinski Hotels at the forefront of a growing travel segment. As a result, wellness becomes more than a service—it becomes a defining element of the Kempinski Hotels guest experience.
Enriching Destination Experiences
Appointed Vice President of Experiences, Aurelia van Lynden joins with over 13 years of expertise in luxury travel. She previously worked at Abercrombie & Kent and held senior roles at Perowne International and Pelorus. Importantly, her work in curating bespoke experiences for ultra-high-net-worth travelers ensures that Kempinski Hotels can deliver memorable journeys rooted in authenticity. Transitioning from design to execution, she will oversee cultural immersion, adventure, and community-driven experiences.
Driving Culinary Innovation
Dan Clayton steps in as Vice President of Food and Beverage & Hospitality. His expertise in culinary storytelling, placemaking, and strategy—along with his role as founder of the well-known culinary platform FoodSheikh—strengthens Kempinski’s gastronomy vision. As dining continues to define travel memories, his leadership will shape restaurants, bars, and rituals that set Kempinski apart in competitive markets.
Aligning with Global Luxury Hospitality Trends
The global luxury hospitality market, valued at more than US$166 billion in 2025, is evolving rapidly. Travellers are now prioritizing wellness, cultural immersion, and authenticity over traditional amenities. Kempinski’s latest appointments directly align with these trends, ensuring the group remains at the forefront of experiential luxury.
Redefining the Luxury Hospitality Standard
The global luxury hospitality market, valued at over US$166 billion in 2025, is evolving rapidly. Travelers increasingly seek wellness, authentic culture, and elevated gastronomy instead of traditional amenities. With these appointments, Kempinski Hotels is redefining the guest journey by combining local character, personalization, and modern luxury. This commitment ensures the brand remains a leader in meaningful and innovative experiences.
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Hospitality
STAY DOWNTOWN, SAVE MORE
Address Downtown, Address Dubai Mall, Address Sky View, Vida Dubai Mall, and Palace Downtown invite guests to a memorable family staycation designed to reconnect, explore, and delight together. Step away from the pace of everyday life and discover Downtown Dubai from a fresh perspective, where families and friends can enjoy quality time, exciting attractions, and the warmth of exceptional hospitality in the heart of the city.
Guests can enjoy:
• Daily breakfast
• Early check-in from 11:00 AM and late check-out till 4:00 PM
• 30% off dining and spa treatments
• Kids Stay and dine free (up to 11 years old)
• Complimentary ticket to one Emaar Entertainment attraction per stay, choose between Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Sky Views Observatory with Slide, or Dubai Ice Rink
• Prime location steps away from Dubai Mall and Downtown Dubai attractions
Families can explore, play, and create lasting memories while dining at the hotel’s signature restaurants, such as Thiptara, Ewaan, Solara, and Cetara.
Rediscover Downtown Dubai and embrace a city escape made for connection, fun, and memorable experiences. It’s time to unlock your next moment. Moments continue. Experiences evolve.
Hospitality
UBK AT MÖVENPICK JUMEIRAH LAKES TOWERS RAISES A GLASS FOR DUBAI’S MOST LOYAL COMPANIONS WITH “PAWS & POUR”


Some things in life stay beautifully constant, and for many Dubai residents, that has been their pets. Through everyday routines, slow days, and everything in between, pet parents have built their lives around their four-legged companions in the most natural, heartwarming way. UBK at Mövenpick Jumeirah Lakes Towers is celebrating that bond with Paws & Pour, a feel-good gesture for guests who stayed in Dubai with their pets during the recent period of regional uncertainty.
Visit UBK, show a photo of you and your pet from the past two months in Dubai, and enjoy a complimentary non-alcoholic drink on the house every Sunday only from 12pm-12am. Just a simple cheer to a not-so-simple bond. Because UBK has always been proudly pet-friendly, especially with Paws & Play running Sunday to Thursday from 12pm to 7pm, where dogs are very much part of the vibe. Plus, guests can enjoy 30% off food and beverages while spending time with their furry plus-ones.
Paws & Pour is UBK doing what it does best, keeping things easy, welcoming, and full of personality. A little toast to loyalty, companionship, and the pets who make every day better just by being in it.
Hospitality
YOUR FAMILY HOLIDAY JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT MORE INTERESTING AT SIYAM WORLD
Part of the Lifestyle Collection of Sun Siyam, Siyam World has never really done “ordinary.” And with two of its most high-energy island experiences now firmly on the weekly roster, families, groups and anyone with a competitive streak have even more reason to book that trip.
Lace Up: The Siyam World 3K Wellness Run:
Every week, guests gather at the start line for the Siyam World 3K Wellness Run, where good vibes meet great views. Clearly marked pathways guide the way to a marathon-style route around the island but the rules are simple: go at your own pace, take in the views, and enjoy the moment. Run it, jog it, or power-walk it with a smoothie in hand. No judgment here. Cross the finish line and you’ll earn an exclusive Siyam World 3K Run badge, the most stylish souvenir you’ll take home, and the ultimate bragging rights for completing a 3K on the most epic island in the Maldives. It’s all about moving, smiling, and enjoying the moment.

Game Faces On: The Amazing Race
For families and groups ready to turn up the heat, The Amazing Race is exactly what it sounds like, chaotic, competitive, and seriously good fun. Teams of up to five kick off at the starting point before racing across the island, completing challenges and hunting down clues at every turn. Five challenges. Multiple locations. Zero time to waste. It’s a test of speed, teamwork and quick thinking with a generous helping of chaos thrown in for good measure. And the rewards? Very worth running for. The winning team takes home a complimentary excursion, second place hits the waves on a banana boat, and third place gets behind the wheel at the Maldives’ first-ever resort based electric go-kart circuit. Not a bad consolation prize.
Whether you’re chasing that runner’s high, racing your kids across the island, or just looking for something a little different from the usual sun-lounger routine, Siyam World delivers. Every experience is designed to bring people together, keep the energy high, and create the kind of memories that don’t fade with the tan.
A World Beyond Your Wildest.
Siyam World’s summer offer makes it easier than ever to say yes. Save up to 45% off, enjoy USD 150 resort credit, and settle in to Premium 24hrs WOW! All-inclusive from the moment you arrive. Stay 4 nights and a seaplane transfer is on the house — stay 7 and that extends to two guests, plus a floating breakfast for two. And for families, children under 12 stay completely free when sharing with adults. The only question is how long you can stay. Book your stay NOW.
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