Vignette Collection set to open at The Heart Of Europe Project, Dubai, in January 2026

November 06,2023 0 Rita Ghantous

IHG has signed a franchise agreement for its second Vignette Collection hotel in Dubai in partnership with The Heart of Europe, a self-sustaining holiday destination across six islands with opulent properties and top-tier amenities. This constitutes a flagship project by the Kleindienst Group.

Set to open in January 2026, Marbella Resort Hotel, Vignette Collection The World Islands Dubai is set to mark a significant milestone for The Heart of Europe and solidify IHG’s presence within The World Islands – an archipelago of manmade islands located off the coast of Dubai. Once complete, Marbella Resort Hotel, Vignette Collection The World Islands Dubai will feature 150 rooms. The property will seamlessly merge exclusivity with community and locality, boasting a unique Andalusian-inspired design with contemporary architecture. Furthermore, Vignette Collection allows independent hotels keep their identity and benefit from IHG’s global luxury and lifestyle expertise.

Haitham Mattar, IHG’s managing director for India, the Middle East and Africa, said: “We are excited to partner with The Heart of Europe. Bringing the second Vignette Collection resort to Dubai, is a testament to IHG’s commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for guests. Marbella Resort Hotel, Vignette Collection The World Islands Dubai will significantly reimagine luxury and set future regional hospitality benchmarks. We look forward to welcoming travelers worldwide upon the hotel’s opening in 2026.”

Josef Kleindienst, founder and chairman of Kleindienst Group and The Heart of Europe, said: “This collaboration aligns with our vision of creating a unique destination in one of the world’s most iconic cities, and true to our commitment to excellence. Marbella Resort Hotel, Vignette Collection The World Islands Dubai promises to offer guests a remarkable and distinctive stay. Thus, drawing inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of Dubai. Furthermore, it presents a perfect blend of luxury, innovation and the beauty of the UAE.”

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Rita Ghantous

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Rita Ghantous is a hospitality aficionado and a passionate writer with over 9 years’ experience in journalism and 5 years experience in the hospitality sector. Her passion for the performance arts and writing, started early. At 10 years old she was praised for her solo performance of the Beatles song “All My Love” accompanied by a guitarist, and was approached by a French talent scout during her school play. However, her love for writing was stronger. Fresh out of school, she became a freelance journalist for Noun Magazine and was awarded the Silver Award Cup for Outstanding Poetry, by The International Library of Poetry (Washington DC). She studied Business Management and earned a Masters degree from Saint Joseph University (USJ), her thesis was published in the Proche-Orient, Études en Management book. She then pursued a career in the hospitality industry but didn’t give up writing, that is why she launched the Four Points by Sheraton Le Verdun Newsletter. Her love for the industry and journalism led her to Hospitality Services - the organizers of the HORECA trade show in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Jordan, as well as Salon Du Chocolat, Beirut Cooking Festival, Whisky Live and other regional shows. She is currently the Publications Executive of Hospitality News Middle East, Taste & Flavors and Lebanon Traveler. It is with ultimate devotion for her magazines that she demonstrates her hospitality savoir-faire.