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AI Set To Drive Thailand’s Leadership As The World’s Premier “Lifestyle” Travel Destination: Thailand Tourism Forum 2024

Thailand’s position as the world’s leading “lifestyle” travel destination was the hot topic of debate at Thailand Tourism Forum 2024 (TTF), held at InterContinental Bangkok yesterday as AI emerged as a key driver to the future success of the country’s tourism industry.Founded by Bill Barnett, TTF is Thailand’s leading platform for travel and tourism discussion. Industry leaders from government and private sectors come together each year in January at the eagerly awaited annual forum for insights and indicators for the future trends of the sector.“Every tourism outfit and hotel are AI companies whether they realize it or not,” said Mr Barnett, who is also managing director C9 Hotelworks. “With the lightening development of AI, this is a call to action for hospitality to return to its roots of a service culture as technology frees up human resources and allows our industry to focus on what is important – people. AI is not a shadow cast over hospitality, it’s a bright shining light.”

C9 Hotelworks Ltd.
Bangkok, Thailand
Appointment

Talal Ammari has joined La Vie Hotels & Resorts as Regional Director of Sales, South and South East Asia

In his new role as Regional Director of Sales, South and South East Asia based out of Bangkok, Talal Ammari will be responsible for managing all sales functions for South and South East Asia. With nearly two decades of hospitality experience under his belt, his expertise in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to build revenue and past management experience will be pivotal to his new role.

La Vie
Bangkok, Thailand
Development Opening

Novotel Living Bangkok Sukhumvit Legacy, a new chapter in urban lifestyle hospitality opens its doors

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, is pleased to introduce 'Novotel Living Bangkok Sukhumvit Legacy,' a contemporary extended stay concept and forward-thinking extension of the Novotel brand, in the heart of Thailand's capital. The new Novotel Living address is designed to meet the growing demand of life balance seekers in search of a home away from home while traveling, regardless of the duration of their stay.

Novotel
Bangkok, Thailand
Appointment

Michael Gnaegi has been appointed as General Manager at Chatrium Grand Bangkok

Chatrium Grand Bangkok, which blends the timeless grace of Thai culture with the grandeur of international luxury hospitality, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Michael Gnaegi, a passionate Swiss Hotelier, as its new General Manager, effective November 2023. A graduate of École Hôtelière de Lausanne, the prestigious hotel school in Switzerland, Michael has 3 decades of leadership experience in luxury hotels in Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. Having commenced his career with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, he held senior management positions with leading international hotel groups including Jumeirah and Kempinski, before being named as Hotel Manager and General Manager of Marco Polo hotels in Hong Kong and China, respectively. In 2015, Michael became the General Manager of Langham Place Beijing Capital Airport, one of the leading luxury hotels at China's busiest aviation hub, and most recently, he led Rosewood Hotel Group's New World Dalian Hotel as General Manager and legal representative. With such extensive global experience and a proven track record of delivering strong results, Michael is now embarking on the latest stage of his impressive career at the 562-key Chatrium Grand Bangkok, Chatrium Hospitality's flagship five-star hotel which opened its doors in late 2022 and has already become the destination-of-choice for many global travellers.

Chatrium Hospitality
Bangkok, Thailand
Appointment

David Cumming has been appointed as Regional GM for Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar at The Ascott Limited

As Regional General Manager, Ascott Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar, David will oversee a portfolio of over 40 properties, where more than half are slated to open over the next three years. David joins Ascott with over two decades of global hospitality industry experience across the United Kingdom, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Oman, and most recently Thailand. He has held leadership roles with Onyx Hospitality Group, InterContinental Hotels Group and Accor. Highly skilled in aspects of MICE and F&B operations, pre-openings, development and strategic planning, David's expertise aligns with Ascott's growth ambitions as a global hospitality company.

The Ascott Limited
Bangkok, Thailand
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Christian Ruge has been appointed as General Manager at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok

Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Christian Ruge as the new General Manager, effective 1 August 2023. Ruge's internationally seasoned career in hotel management and leadership extends across Europe, USA, the Middle East, and Asia, promising a new era of excellence and innovation for the hotel that is a landmark of luxury and wellness in the heart of the city.

Kempinski
Bangkok, Thailand
Development Pipeline

Pan Pacific Hotels Group Announces Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Bangkok with Leading Thai Conglomerate Metro-Ply

Pan Pacific Hotels Group, a member of Singapore-listed UOL Group Limited, today signs a new luxury development with Metro-Ply Family of Companies, strengthening its network in Thailand. Located in the central Thonglor district of the Thai capital city, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Bangkok is slated to open in 2026 and will present

Pan Pacific
Bangkok, Thailand
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Appointment

Suthiroj Sathitpornkitti (Chris) has joined La Vie Hotels & Resorts as Director of Growth and Business Development

Suthiroj Sathitpornkitti (Chris) joins La Vie as Director of Growth and Business Development, bringing more than 12 years experience working in business development for a number of international hotel companies. His key focus will be strategically expanding La Vie Hotels & Resorts portfolio across the South & South East Asia regions.

La Vie Hotels and Resorts
Bangkok, Thailand
Appointment

Frederic Kolde has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel

Frederic stepped into his first leadership role shortly after graduating from Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS) as pre-opening Assistant Manager at the signature steakhouse at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong. He would remain on the Hyatt Hotels' leadership roster until 2016, relocating to Japan in 2012 to manage The Oak Door steakhouse at Grand Hyatt Tokyo, then returning to Grand Hyatt Hong Kong in 2014 as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage.

Minor
Bangkok, Thailand
Appointment

Jose Luis Duran Sanles has been appointed as General Manager at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel

Jose Sanles takes up his first general manager posting after serving over a year as hotel manager at Anantara Siam where he oversaw operations of the iconic 354-key grand dame with its eight restaurants, two bars, and numerous event venues. Jose has called Bangkok home since 2016, the year he started as Director of Food & Beverage at Shangri-La Bangkok, where he was eventually promoted to the role of EAM in charge of Food & Beverage.

Minor
Bangkok, Thailand
Appointment

Cindy Delhomel has been appointed as General Manager at Novotel Bangkok Platinum

Novotel Bangkok Platinum is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Cindy Delhomel as our hotel's General Manager. With over 13 years of international experience in the hospitality industry, including more than 8 years working in Thailand, make her a highly accomplished professional and an invaluable addition to our team. She brings extensive expertise in various areas such as room division, food and beverage concept creation, talent development, and finance, which is highly regarded in the industry. She also has deep appreciation for Thai culture and history that she is eager to share with our guests.

Accor
Bangkok, Thailand