AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach proudly announces the appointment of Jean Philippe Lovotti as its new General Manager, effective 23 April 2025. With over 25 years of global hospitality experience, Mr. Lovotti brings deep operational expertise and a track record of leadership in luxury and upscale hotels across Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific.
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with PT Komodo Property Management to manage Kaliwatu Residences - Dusit Collection, an exclusive new luxury retreat in Labuan Bajo, Flores island, one of Indonesia's fastest-growing tourism destinations. This signing marks Dusit's first Dusit Collection branded hotel in Indonesia, complementing the success of its subsidiary, Elite Havens—the region's premier luxury villa rental provider—which already manages properties in Bali and Lombok.
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the opening of TA'AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo in one of Indonesia's most scenic and distinctive leisure destinations. The waterfront property, Marriott International's first in Labuan Bajo and The Luxury Collection's second property in Indonesia, is nestled between a canopy of surrounding wild forests and the beauty of the Flores Sea.
TA'AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo is slated to debut spring 2024. Situated in the scenic town of Labuan Bajo amidst the enchanting landscapes of Flores island, which is home to one of the world's highest populations of the endangered Komodo dragons, TA'AKTANA will proudly join The Luxury Collection as Marriott Bonvoy's first property in the region. Flores, Indonesia's newest luxury resort, TA'AKTANA will offer discerning travelers an unparalleled experience that will seamlessly blend tradition with modern elegance.
Landmark partnership with MMS Land brings world-renowned brand to island paradise and gateway to Komodo National Park UNESCO Heritage Site.