Why Are So Many Hotels For Sale?
Several factors have forced numerous small and medium-sized hoteliers to put their properties on the block. Some industry observers are astonished to see so many hotel operators put their properties up...
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Christopher Miller has been appointed as Executive Chef at The St. Regis Bangkok
The St. Regis Bangkok is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Miller as Executive Chef. An award-winning chef, he brings more than 20 years of food and beverage excellence from the finest restaurants and five-star hotels and resorts throughout Australia, Central America, Singapore, Indonesia, The Maldives and Thailand.
Dusit International And Silpakorn University Join Forces For An Exclusive Project To Preserve The Architectural And Artistic Heritage Of Dusit Thani Bangkok
Dusit International, one of Thailands leading hotel and property development companies, has partnered with Silpakorn University to launch a unique project to preserve the rich architectural and artistic heritage of the company's iconic flagship hotel, Dusit Thani Bangkok, which will be redeveloped next year as part of a landmark mixed-use development.
Douglas Maxwell Glen has been appointed as General Manager at Steigenberger Hotel Riverside
Douglas Maxwell Glen has taken on the role of General Manager at the Steigenberger Hotel Riverside in Bangkok with effect from 1 October. 54-year old Mr. Glen, who is originally from the UK and is able to look back on 30 years of experience in the upscale hotel sector, will take charge during the pre-opening phase. He has held various management positions with prestigious hotel groups both at home and abroad, his most recent position being General Manager of "The Landmark Bangkok".
Andrew Langdon has been appointed as Senior Vice President Development Asia at AccorHotels
Andrew Langdon, comes across to AccorHotels following one of its most recent acquisitions - Movenpick Hotels & Resorts - where he held the role of Global Chief Development Officer. With AccorHotels, Langdon will hold the title of Senior Vice President Development Asia, responsible for South East Asia, Japan & Korea. At the same time, Langdon will continue the development of the Movenpick brand in addition to his new duties.
IHG to bring Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to Bangkok, Thailand
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Siam Sindhorn to debut the leading boutique hotel brand, Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants, in Bangkok — the first Kimpton hotel in Thailand, and second across the South East Asia and Korea region.
Thomas Harlander has been appointed as MD at Rosewood Bangkok
Thomas Harlander has been appointed Managing Director of the Rosewood Bangkok, a new luxury hotel scheduled to open in Q4 2018.
Luckrada Lucksanawimol has been appointed as Regional Director Sales - Asia at Best Western Hotels & Resorts
Best Western Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Luckrada Lucksanawimol as its new Regional Director Sales - Asia, effective immediately.
Akaryn Hotel Group to Triple Number of akyra Hotels by 2022
Akaryn Hotel Group, a Thailand-based boutique hotel operator, has unveiled plans to significantly expand its akyra brand, including the first akyra hotels outside Thailand. There are currently four akyra hotels in operation in Thailand: akyra Manor Chiang Mai, akyra Beach Club Phuket, akyra Thonglor Bangkok, and the most recent addition to the collection, akyra TAS Sukhumvit Bangkok.At a press conference held in Bangkok on Thursday, Anchalika Kijkanakorn (pictured), Managing Director and Founder of Akaryn Hotel Group, unveiled plans to triple the number of akyra hotels and resorts to twelve by 2022.
Ascott to Open Somerset Maison Asoke Bangkok this Month
Ascott is preparing to open a new Somerset property in Bangkok, Thailand.
Hilton adds Waldorf Astoria in Bangkok, Thailand
The Waldorf Astoria Bangkok will officially open in the heart of Bangkok as the first Waldorf Astoria property in Southeast Asia. The landmark hotel is owned by MQDC (Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited) and managed by Hilton.
Clinton Lovell has been appointed as General Manager at Amari Watergate Bangkok
Clinton Lovell is the new General Manager for Amari Watergate Bangkok. Joining ONYX from Minor Hotels, Clinton was the General Manager for Avani Atrium Bangkok as well as Anantara Seminyak Bali. He also held earlier leadership roles with Accor Hotels in Bangkok, Koh Samui, Pattaya and Siem Reap.
Sanjeev Kapoor has been appointed as General Manager at Shama Sukhumvit Bangkok and Ekamai Gardens
Sanjeev Kapoor has been named General Manager of Shama Sukhumvit Bangkok and Ekamai Gardens Bangkok. Sanjeev joins ONYX from Oakwood where he served as General Manager for Oakwood Premier in Bangalore. His hotel career started with Hyatt in Melbourne, before taking on leadership roles with Crown Resorts, The Leela Group in New Delhi and TFE Hotels in Melbourne.
Porntip Pibarnwong has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Amari Residences Bangkok
Porntip Pibarnwong has been named hotel manager for Amari Residences Bangkok, Chiva Bangkok Hotel and Amp Am House. She was previously Director of Sales and Marketing at Amari Watergate Bangkok.
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas to Manage Hotel and Residences in Bangkok
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas is to operate a hotel at the 119-acre (5,183,640-square foot or 481,576- square meter) The Forestias green development at Bangna in Bangkok under an agreement with international property developer Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC).
HVS Market Pulse: Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, located in the central region of Thailand, is the county's political and commercial centre and has been the official capital city since 1782. Bangkok is also the main gateway city to Thailand and serves as an aviation hub for the region. The city attracts international and regional markets through a combination of cultural charm and modern shopping centres, appealing to a wide range of travellers. The following article gives a brief overview of Bangkok, its different sub-markets, its tourism industry, and the recent dynamics of the local lodging market.
James Robert Wilson has been appointed as General Manager at Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok
Wilson has almost 30 years' hotel experience in Europe, Middle East and Asia and was general manager at Pathumwan Princess Hotel Bangkok from 2000 - 2006 before being promoted to be vice president of operations at Dusit International (Corporate Head Office in Bangkok). In 2009, he has transferred to manage Dusit Thani Dubai as general manager until 2013, then starting his career at Millennium Corniche Hotel Abu Dhabi as general manager until 2016.
Brendon Partridge has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park
Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park has appointed Mr. Brendon Partridge as its new Director of Food & Beverage, effective 15 July 2018.
Occupancy at Thailand’s B2 Hotels soars by 17% with Guestline’s multi-property solutions
B2 Hotels, one of the biggest hotel chains in Thailand, are enjoying a significant boost in occupancy following installation of Guestline's award winning property management, central reservation and distribution solutions to power the day-to-day management of each property.
Simeon Olle has been appointed as General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok
Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, which will soon open in 3Q, has appointed Simeon Olle as general manger. Prior to joining Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, Olle served as general manager of Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund from 2012 to 2016. The Australian has more than 30 years' experience in the hospitality sector, and is known for his extensive background in launching luxury hotels, includes the opening of The Address Downtown Dubai, Park Hyatt Beijing and Park Hyatt Seoul.