Marking six years of growth and twenty-one team members MAIA – the Dubai-based luxury agency specialised in supporting hotels, dining and luxury brands – has announced the appointment of Maria Gold as General Manager. The news comes as the agency celebrates six years since its founding in 2019 and welcomes its twenty-first team member. Since its launch, […]
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Soaring 303 metres into the skyline, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is a new landmark destination Mandarin Oriental is delighted to announce the opening of Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, the Group’s second property in the city. Located within Wasl Tower, an architectural masterpiece on Sheikh Zayed Road, the hotel brings Mandarin Oriental’s signature blend of Asian […]
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Salmah Almansoori & Sylvia Ong selected out of 99 applicants Following an open call earlier this year, The Arts Club Dubai is pleased to share the names of the two artists selected for its 2025–2026 Artist Residency Programme, which officially begins on 27th October 2025: Salmah Almansoori and Sylvia Ong, two female artists based in […]
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Where do you call home? Amman, Jordan. Are you an early bird or night owl? Early Bird Go-to lunch order? Bowlful, always. Coffee or tea? Coffee What’s your secret skill? I can crack almost any bone in my body: back, chest, ankles, neck, you name it. How do you like to start your day? A […]
A NEW ICON The opening of Delano Dubai writes a new chapter for a storied brand and introduces a fresh hotel and resort experience, underscored by a singular blend of social magnetism and chic elegance. Set on the pristine shores of Bluewaters Dubai and perfectly placed between the vibrant dynamism of the city’s skyline and […]
PROMOTIONS & NEW HIRES It is with a great deal of pride that we reveal the promotions of three of our team members: Richard Thorburn, Alessandra Fernandez and Emily Karpin, who have each been promoted to Associate Director and Account Director, respectively. Richard will continue to lead our Social and Integrated division, managing those clients […]
The World’s 50 Best Hotels list for 2024 has been revealed, including five properties represented by luxury PR agency, MAIA. A huge congratulations to two new entries of The Lana and Six Senses Zighy Bay, as well as Soneva Fushi, Claridge’s and The Connaught. In its second year, the annual ranking shines light on the […]
A glimpse into the MAIA spirit We recently celebrated 5 years of MAIA, an evolution that has seen us grow into a leading luxury PR and social agency in the Middle East. From day one, MAIA was built on a foundation of core values, bolstered by a culture of warmth, inclusivity, and integrity, which we […]
We’re delighted to announce that MAIA is now representing The Mark, “New York’s most boldly lavish hotel.” The Mark is housed in a beautiful, 1920’s landmark building at the corner of 77th Street and Madison Avenue in the heart of Manhattan’s Upper East Side. The Mark harmonizes old-world comfort, avant-garde design, up-to-the-minute technologies, and an unprecedented level […]
