Belgium-born, Frederic spent his childhood in Jakarta and studied the International Baccalaureate of Geneva at Jakarta International School, later graduating from Bournemouth University in England.
André Kretschmann moves to the acclaimed 68 all-suite resort with its 11-villa sister property in Seminyak – The Club at The Legian – after six years as an area general manager for the Cheval Blanc Group across Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.
Alila Hotels & Resorts, one of the most innovative boutique hotel groups renowned for their architecture, design and strict eco credentials, will launch three new properties in Autumn 2015. Alila Anji, the group's first property in Zhejiang, China will open in September along with the much anticipated Alila Seminyak, their 5th property in Bali. Come October 2015, Alila Solo opens in Central Java, Indonesia as the first luxury design hotel in the city..
Absolute Hotel Services Group CEO Jonathan Wigley is delighted to announce its first member of Eastin Hotels in Indonesia. The property will be branded as Eastin Hotel Canggu Bali and is set to open in early 2017.
Langham Hospitality Group announced today an agreement with PJM Group & partners (PT. Pilar Prambanan Investama) to manage the Langham Place resort in Bali, Indonesia, that is scheduled to open in 2017. Dramatically perched atop a cliff on the island's famed Ungasan-Uluwatu area in the island's southern peninsula, this 173-room resort marks the Hong Kong-based hotel company's first luxury resort in Asia under its Langham Hotels & Resorts collection.
Sylvain Pasdeloup has been appointed General Manager at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua. He was formerly the Hotel Manager at the property and in his new role, he will oversee the hotel operations and management of the luxury resort on the Nusa Dua coast. He has spent several years with the Sofitel brand and has been with the Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort management team since the hotel opened. Sylvain has also worked with various international hotel chains in Europe, Australia and Asia and since joining Accor, he has opened two Sofitel properties in India and Indonesia.
Muhammad Yuslan had broad ranging experience prior to joining Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran. A National Hotel Institute graduate in Bandung, Indonesia, he specialized in room division management, the additional study achieved covering marketing management and strategic planning in London School of Public Relations Jakarta.
Pierre Lang, the newly appointed General Manager of Alila Seminyak, Bali, brings with him a wealth of over fifteen years of experience in the hospitality industry. A German national, Pierre previously worked for established international brands including Armani Hotels & Resorts, Grand Hyatt in Dubai and Berlin, and Park Hyatt in the Maldives. He has extensive experience opening five star hotels, having spearheaded several pre-opening teams during his career. Pierre will soon be opening Alila Seminyak, in September 2015, making it the fifth Bali property in the group's portfolio.
New World Hotels & Resorts, a Rosewood Hotel Group brand, has been appointed by Jakarta-based PT. Mugie Bali Indah to manage New World Grand Bali Resort, scheduled to open in 2017. As the first New World Hotels & Resorts property in Indonesia, the collaboration marks a major milestone in extending the brand's presence across Asia, adding to existing New World Hotels & Resorts properties in mainland China, Hong Kong, Vietnam and the Philippines.
The Commissionaire together with the Board of Directors of L Hotels & Resorts, Seminyak, Bali, take great pleasure to announce the appointment of Ana Dewi Pernama as General Manager effective as of March 2015. Ana comes with a wealth of experience in Bali’s dynamic hospitality industry. She spent the last few years in the position of Deputy General Manager for the renowned Bali Safari & Marine Park. During her time there, Ana was responsible for all operational aspects as well overseeing the marketing of the park’s signature programs. Prior to that, Ana was with Accor Group where she enjoyed a senior role at Sofitel Resort in Seminyak. L Hotel Seminyak is a quintessential boutique hotel brand conceived & managed by L Hotels & Resorts Pte Ltd in Singapore. The first and iconic L hotel opened in Bali in September 2012.The 30-Suite room hotel is a contemporary and chic property which will see progressive expansion in Asia Pacific. Its unique feature is in service personalisation and designer-led guest experiences, providing the discerning traveller a refreshing, intimate and engaging perspective of new age hospitality. The L Collection seeks to accentuate the tradition of a destination and combine with modern aesthetics to create an exclusive, private, and unique small luxury property.
Lexington® by Vantage, a collection of inns, hotels and suites in the midscale to upscale lodging segments, has opened the 122-room Lexington Klapa Resort – the brand's second property in the Pecatu Indah Resort area of Bali, Indonesia.
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has announced that it will develop a resort in the southwest of Bali at Uluwatu, a 35-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. The resort is set atop a rugged cliff, sharing the spectacular ocean views with the island's famed Uluwatu Temple.
With more than 17 years of experience in kitchens, this Australian native developed his culinary skills in some of his home country’s best restaurants. Most recently, he worked at high-profile hotels in Shanghai and Dubai. As Pasquo explains, “I’ve found I really enjoy the multifaceted nature of the hotel business – getting to experience different cultures and working with multinational teams. In a hotel or resort, I’m able to express my culinary ideas in many different avenues from restaurants and buffets to banquets and In-Villa Dining.”
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide (NYSE:HOT) today announced the signing Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Kuta with PT Umah Benesari. Located in the suburb of Kuta, one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island of Bali, the new-build hotel is scheduled to open in May 2015.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali opens today, marking the brand's grand return to the idyllic island as a unique, luxurious and locally-inspired resort, set amidst the dramatic cliffs and pristine beaches of southern Bali.
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali has announced the recent appointment of Mr. Alex Dietzsch as Executive Assistant Manager of Food & Beverage. He has been tasked with the responsibility to revitalize culinary services at the resort and take in-house dining experiences to exciting new heights. As a German national, Alex served time in the military before embarking on a career in the hospitality industry. His portfolio includes diplomas in Hotel Management and Financial Management along with certification in Advanced Food Hygiene. Having worked his way up through the F&B hierarchy, Alex brings a wealth of culinary knowledge and enthusiasm to his new role. He has been with Starwood Hotels & Resorts for almost 10 years and he fully identifies with Westin’s brand philosophy of “Preserving wellness in travel”.
Niall Cowan has been appointed general manager, Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali, Indonesia. Bringing over 14 years of experience to the position, Cowan first joined FRHI Hotels & Resorts in 2004. Since then he has held several progressive roles within the company and most recently was general manager, Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club.
Following the openings of the hotel NEO – Kuta Jelantik, hotel NEO Gatot Subroto and Hotel NEO Seminyak Petitenget, Archipelago International continues to cement its place in the Bali select service hotel scene with the launch of another NEO in Legian. The new hotel trumps its predecessors in terms of guest room seize and facilities earning it a NEO designation in tune with international 3 star standards.
Coming from the JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square, Seoul, Christian is more than delighted to cross off one of the thing he has on his bucket list: #7. Working and living in Bali. And better yet, for a Marriott International property; The Stones. The island’s magical culture, its people, the magnificent landscape and the rapid growth of food and hotel business are some of the many reasons of his excitement.
Meliá Hotels International, the leading hotel company in Spain, continues to grow in Asia Pacific with the opening of a new hotel in Bali, Meliá Ubud. Meliá Hotels International has signed a management agreement with PT Pilar Prambanan INvestama, a Company part of the Podo Joyo Masyhur Group. The new Meliá Ubud is located in a privileged corner of the city , with easy access to the rest of the island, and only a 45-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport (also known as Denpasar), the third busiest airport in Indonesia. Figures continue to show that it is a travel destination becoming more and more popular over the past few years