Hilton has apoointed Vikram Jamwal as general manager of the DoubleTree by Hilton Fujairah City. Described as a ‘true hotelier’ by Hilton, he has held positions with the group for 20 years covering Germany, Poland, Nigeria, South Africa and the UAE.
Jamwal holds degrees in commerce and hotel management and has become a pre-opening specialist for the group. With experience in front office management, information systems, room reservations, revenue management, sales and business development, his well-rounded career has given him insight into a variety of hotel operations which are vital to the successful management of each property.
He moved to the DoubleTree by Hilton brand with the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah Waterfront Hotel & Residences in 2021, before being named to lead the pre-opening team for Fujairah.
He said: “Fujairah is a gem in the UAE landscape and offers guests such wonderful proximity to city life and nature adventures. We’re excited to be elevating the city’s accommodation offerings, and I’m proud to be bringing the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to the east coast of the UAE. The team is reflective of the UAE’s cosmopolitan demographics, and I’m pleased that there are so many top female hoteliers involved in realising this vision.”
The five-star 228-room and suite property is currently having the finishing touches put to it.