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Cosmopolitan Hotel’s First-ever Family Treasure Hunt Game Brings Families and Kids Onto A Journey of Enrichment

Nine families with kids aged between three and nine were invited to join a fun-filled "Treasure Hunt - Family FUN" event organised by Cosmopolitan Hotel Hong Kong on July 20. This exciting yet enlightening 'kids Amazing Race' was held in line with the launch of the hotel's Beyond Thoughtful - Family & Us campaign, in which during the event, parents and kids were able to experience firsthand the incredibly warm service and a series of newly introduced kid-friendly rooms and amenities specially designed with kids' needs in mind.

James M. Ong has been appointed as General Manager at Marco Polo Hotels -Hong Kong Properties

Marco Polo Hotels –Hong Kong has appointed Mr. James Ong as General Manager of the three harbourside hotels: Marco Polo Hongkong, Gateway and Prince Hotels. James is no stranger to Marco Polo: in 2007, he was appointed Area General Manager, Southern China based in Marco Polo Shenzhen.Prior to that, he was General Manager of Omni Saigon Hotel for two years, which at the time was also managed by Marco Polo Hotels.

Yngvar Stray has been appointed as General Manager at Harbour Grand Kowloon

A veteran Norwegian-born hotelier, Mr. Stray brings with him 30 years of experience within the hospitality industry with extensive experience in operating international five star luxury and life style hotels in gateway cities in Asia. Mr. Stray’s expertise is founded within Revenue Management, Sales & Marketing and Hotel operation. Mr Stray’s appointment as General Manager started in 2002 with Sheraton Shenyang Lido Hotel and subsequently in W Seoul Walkerhill. In 2007, he joined The St. Regis Singapore where he took the lead in hosting President Hu Jintao, and later re-joining The St. Regis Beijing to welcome President Obama in late 2009. Prior to joining Harbour Grand Kowloon, he was the General Manager of Banyan Tree Shanghai on the Bund.

Carlos Wong has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Dorsett Tsuen Wan

Dorsett Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong announces the appointment of Carlos Wong as the new Director of Sales & Marketing. Carlos is in-charge of all planning and preparation of the Sales and Marketing campaigns as well as the Sales Strategy and annual budget that will enable to revenue growth. With a wealth experience of over 30 years in the hospitality industry, Carlos brings with his strong understanding of global market along with an immense knowledge of Sales & Marketing, Revenue Management and even hotel operations. Throughout his hospitality career, Carlos took up a number of roles in the industry especially in chain hotel companies include Marriot, Hyatt and the Ritz-Carlton etc. Carlos has worked for Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel as prior to joining Dorsett Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong.

Larry Tchou has been appointed as Senior Advisor – Greater China at Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Larry Tchou, a 44-year Hyatt veteran served as head of ASPAC operations for more than 32 years. Tchou will assume a newly formed position of Senior Advisor – Greater China and will also be based in Hong Kong. In this role, Tchou will assist with the regional leadership transition and provide advice and guidance to the company regarding its efforts in the region, with a special focus on development activities and Hyatt’s activities in China.