Jon Crellin named General Manager at the Fairmont Hamilton ...

Jon Crellin named General Manager at the Fairmont Hamilton ...

Norman Mastalir, managing director, Bermuda and general manager at the Fairmont Southampton, announced the appointment of Jonathan Crellin to general manager of the historic Fairmont Hamilton Princess, effective October 23, 2006.

In this role, Mr. Crellin will manage the operation of this 410 room historic property, known as the 'Pink Palace.'

'We are delighted to have Jon Crellin as the general manager of the Fairmont Hamilton Princess,' said Mr. Mastalir. 'His background in marketing and operations at historic properties will provide the strategic direction to make this landmark hotel a tremendous success and one of the flagships for Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. We are looking forward to welcoming him to the island.'

Mr. Crellin brings more than 20 years of experience to this position, including 10 years at the Fairmont Copley Plaza.

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Classics Sailboat show biggest US event for Beneteau,

Classics Sailboat show biggest US event for Beneteau,

Streaking up to 19 knots in strong winds but comfortable enough to sleep six, this 50-foot yacht is designed as much for functionality as it is for pleasure.

And for about $600,000, it can be yours, says Garth Hichens, president and owner of Annapolis Yacht Sales.

His company is the leading sales force behind the First 50 and three other new models of the world's largest sailboat builder at the 37th annual United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis, a highly publicized event that has become the international spot for manufacturers to show off new models.

Company officials say they will rely on Mr. Hichens and his team to repeat Beneteau's legacy as the show's No. 1 seller.

The five-day event that wraps up tomorrow is the Beneteau's largest show in North America, serving as the bellwether for sales in the coming year and drawing enthusiasts from every U.S.

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