GHM Plans Year-end Opening for The Chedi Sakala, Bali
The most expansive resort to date by luxury hotel management group GHM is set to welcome its first guests on the tranquil beaches of Tanjung Benoa at the end of 2013.
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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company Returns to Bali in 2014
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is set to make a celebrated return to the island of the gods with the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, Indonesia in 2014. The stunning island of Bali enjoys an enviable reputation as one of the world’s most luxurious retreat destinations with its combination of sandy beaches, local Balinese artisan culture and relaxed ambiance.
Gindo Sianturi has been appointed as General Manager at U Paasha Seminyak Bali
Gindo Sianturi has been appointed as the new General Manager of U Paasha Seminyak Bali, effective 24 June 2013.
Ivan Casadevall has been named General Manager at Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort
Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort has announced the appointment of Mr. Ivan Casadevall as General Manager.
Putu Susenayasa has been appointed as General Manager at Alila Manggis
In Indonesia, the boutique east coast resort of Alila Manggis has appointed Putu Susenayasa as General Manager. An Alila stalwart, Sena’s previous management positions include stints at sister Alila properties Kemang Icon in Jakarta and Alila Ubud. Alila Manggis is situated on tranquil Buitan Beach within the regency of Karangasem, close to the town of Candidasa, and provides the perfect base from which to explore the unspoilt East. This area of the island is renowned for its spectacular beauty where the steep rise from coast to mountain creates magical scenery.
Starwood Unveils Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) and PT Tiara Raya Bali International today announced the debut of Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran, the latest newly built Le Méridien resort to open during a year of substantial growth for the Paris-born brand. Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran, combines chic, modern design with a passion for the arts, culture and creative cuisine to offer travellers an enriching escape on Bali, Indonesia’s famed Island of the Gods.
Rosewood Tanah Lot Bali and Rosewood Jakarta Scheduled to Open 2017
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Jakarta-based Ciputra Group to manage Rosewood Tanah Lot Bali and Rosewood Jakarta, both scheduled to open 2017. The two new properties further support Rosewood's strategic Asia expansion plans, joining Rosewood Beijing opening Autumn 2013 and Rosewood Phuket opening end-2014.
Uday Rao has been named General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Uday was born in India and his name means “sunrise,” honouring the fact that he was born at dawn. When he was 16, he immigrated to San Diego, California. After studying business management in the United States and Tokyo, Japan, he naturally gravitated to the world of hotels. As he explains, “my family is in the hotel business and I practically grew up in hotels.”
Edy Santoso has been appointed as Executive Chef at Conrad Bali
Conrad Bali has appointed Edy Santoso as the resort's new Executive Chef. Hailing from Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Chef Santoso has built up a loyal following of aficionados during respected stints at Amanjiwo Central Java, Banyan Tree and Angsana resorts in The Maldives, Bangkok and Bintan. Santoso is bringing his warm personality and knowledge to the exotic SUKU Restaurant and together with Laval to introduced "Small Tastings' concept to SUKU, a light, tropical take on tapas designed to be shared, with an emphasis on locally sourced and sustainable produce, meats and seafood prepared with an infusion of Balinese culture and culinary techniques.
Dwayne Cheer has been appointed as Executive Chef at Alila Villas Soori
With well over a decade of culinary expertise under his belt, Dwayne perks up the dining scene at Soori with his bold flavours and contemporary takes on authentic local cuisine.
Regent Hotels & Resorts Prepares to Unveil Exclusive All-Suites Bali Resort
Regent Hotels & Resorts continues to set new standards in luxury hospitality with the launch of Regent Bali. Located in Sanur on Bali's spectacular eastern coastline, Regent Bali is scheduled to open in June 2013. As the only all-suites beachfront resort in Sanur, the property is destined to be the premium choice for travellers seeking exclusive experiences in a tranquil and secluded resort.
Katharina Kustos has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at both The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah and The Legian Bali
Kustos, who grew up in Germany and holds a masters degree in Tourism Studies from the University of Dortmund, moves to Indonesia from Dubai, where she spent six years working in sales positions for the Jumeirah Group and, most recently, Park Hyatt Dubai.
David Laval has been appointed as Director Of Food & Beverage And Culinary Operations at Conrad Bali
David's long standing passion for cooking saw him move to Australia at the age of 16 to complete a five year apprenticeship through Sheraton Mirage Gold-Coast, Ana Hotel and the Conrad Jupiters Casino. He has since dedicated his career to expanding his culinary knowledge, travelling around the world to increase his understanding of fine cuisine and he continued to work in various destinations such as the 'Relais & Chateaux' Le Lemuria of Praslin in Seychelles, in New Caledonia, in Bermuda at the Fairmont Southampton as well as the Mayfair in London. Since 2001 he has been a member of L'Acadèmie Culinaire de France and the prestigious Association 'Les Disciples d'Auguste Escoffier'. He is also a member of the Association Culinaire Fran?aise in London, known as the 'Society of Master Chefs'.
Andrew Leith has been appointed as General Manager at Bali Kuta Resort by Swiss-Belhotel
Mr Leith comes to the Resort with a Business Studies Bachelor Degree in Tourism. Mr Leith began his hospitality career in 1999 as Assistant Residential Manager for a hotel-style apartment property in New Zealand. Mr Leith’s career continued to progress as he served in various senior management positions in hotels in Fiji, Australia, Turks & Caicos Islands and the Maldives.
Debby Thio has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at the Regent Bali
Originally from Indonesia, Ms. Thio has over 20 years’ experience in international hospitality. Prior to joining Regent Bali, Ms. Thio was Area Director of Sales and Marketing for Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts. During her tenure, she oversaw the 2012 opening of the Banyan Tree Lang Co in Central Vietnam, managed PR and advertising for the brand throughout Southeast Asia, and expanded the sales network in Vietnam. A graduate of the University of Amsterdam where she earned a Master’s Degree in Economics and Marketing, Ms. Thio first gained insight into the international travel scene in the Netherlands before moving to Asia in 1996. Throughout her career Ms. Thio has held senior positions at such prestigious regional properties as Raffles Grand d’Angkor Hotel Siem Reap, COMO Hotels and Resorts Singapore, and Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta.
Agus Suananda has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Centra Taum Seminyak
Agus is Indonesian and has more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He graduated from the Hotel and Tourism Training Institute of BPLP Nusa Dua Bali and started his first career at The Oberoi, working in front office and sales. After three years he moved to the Risata Bali Resort in Kuta, and in 1996 joined WakaNusa Resort as Operations Manager, becoming General Manager two years later.
Sebastien Menesguen has been appointed as General Manager at Eden Hotel Kuta
SEBASTIEN MENESGUEN has been appointed General Manager of Tauzia Hotel Management’s upcoming Bali property, the Eden Hotel Kuta. Since 2008, Menesguen has served as GM of another Tauzia hotel in Bali, the Harris Hotel & Residences Riverview Kuta.
Fairmont Announces New Resort on the Indonesian Island of Bali
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts today announced a new development on the southern coast of Bali, Indonesia scheduled to open in 2016. Perched on a 'bukit', or bluff, on the spectacular Balinese coastline with a spectacular and unobstructed view of the Indian Ocean, Fairmont Bali will offer guests 170 luxurious guest rooms and suites as well as branded residences. Denniston International, one of the industry's leading hospitality design and planning firms, will oversee the project with their trademark approach of translating local culture into contemporary design.
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Celebrates the Opening of Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), today announced the opening of the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort on Kuta Beach, one of world's renowned surfer's paradise in Bali. The hotel is located directly at the heart of Kuta beach with pristine Indian Ocean scenery. Owned by PT. Indonesian Paradise Island, the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort is part of a luxurious shopping destination, presenting over 200 retail outlets in an open-air style and designed architecture inspired by the design of Bali's rice paddy field. Centrally located at the heart of Pantai Kuta and just 5 kilometers away from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), the resort's elevated position on the island provides amazing ocean and beach views.
StayWell Hospitality Group to Launch in Bali
StayWell Hospitality Group (StayWell), the owner and operator of the Park Regis and Leisure Inn brands today announced a new agreement to operate a 4 star hotel in Bali, Indonesia. The property will be branded as Park Regis Kuta with a proposed opening in early 2013 and will be StayWell Hospitality Group’s first hotel to officially open in Indonesia.