Darren Darwin has been appointed as General Manager at Avani+ Khao Lak Resort
Minor Hotels has appointed Darren Darwin as General Manager of the upcoming Avani+ Khao Lak Resort in southern Thailand.
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Naowarat Arunkong has been appointed as Cluster General Manager at Anantara Hua Hin Resort/Avani+ Hua Hin Resort
Naowarat Arunkong has returned to Hua Hin (หัวหิน) and the hotel where she received her first posting as General Manager.
Asia's Reopening tourist hot spots are drawing investors’ attention
Thailand’s pristine beaches and resorts recently reopened to tourists for the first time since the onset of the pandemic, spurring a shot of optimism for the hotel sector in the country and beyond.
Kimpton continues its growth momentum in Thailand
IHG partners Nusasiri Public Company Limited for Kimpton Khao Yai, the third Kimpton signing in Thailand.
Courtyard by Marriott Debuts in Phuket With the Opening of Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town
Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of its newest hotel on the tropical island of Phuket, Thailand. Located in the heart of Phuket's old town, the 248-room Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town is set to provide a sophisticated yet comfortable environment for guests as they explore the rich culture and heritage of southern Thailand.
The New Outrigger Surin Beach Resort Unveils Chic, Surf-Inspired Design
Premier beach-resort brand, Outrigger Hotels and Resorts today revealed the bold design and contemporary dining outlets for its newly branded Outrigger Surin Beach Resort. The boutique property facing the powder-fine sands of Surin Beach in Phuket is scheduled to open on December 15, 2021. This welcome announcement comes as Thailand removes quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated tourists from 63 countries, effective today.
Joerg Hontheim has been appointed as Area Director of Food and Beverage at Outrigger Surin Beach Resort
Mr Joerg Hontheim will take the role of Area Director of Food and Beverage, Thailand, based in Phuket. A German national, Hontheim is a Certified Master Chef. He holds a bachelor's degree in hospitality and various certifications, including revenue management from Cornell University. He has held various positions with Marriott, Ritz Carlton, Renaissance and Grand Hyatt throughout Asia and the United States.
Alexander Oddy has been appointed as Executive Chef at Outrigger Surin Beach Resort
Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced the appointment of Alexander Oddy for the newly branded Outrigger Surin Beach Resort, which is scheduled to open 15 December 2021.
Pongsak Thongwarothai has been appointed as Resort Manager at Outrigger Surin Beach Resort
Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced the appointment of Pongsak Thongwarotha for the newly branded Outrigger Surin Beach Resort, which is scheduled to open 15 December 2021.
Centara Reserve Samui to open at Chaweng Beach in Samui, Thailand
A new chapter of personalised luxury opens in 1st December 2021 with the launch of Centara Reserve Samui. Designed to offer uniquely tailored escapes, Centara Reserve Samui invites guests to explore a specially reserved world at the tranquil end of the ever-desirable Chaweng Beach in Samui, Thailand.
Asian Tourism to Move Beyond Sustainability and Embrace “Purposeful” Travel in Post-Pandemic Era
PHUKET, THAILAND: Resort destinations in Southeast Asia will move beyond sustainability and embrace a more meaningful and responsible way of operating in the post-pandemic era, a major event on the future of travel, tourism and hospitality in the region has learned.PHIST returned on Thursday 28th October 2021 for a fourth consecutive year of shaking up the status quo and advancing the environmental agenda in Asia, with a fast-paced full-day virtual event. Over 1,000 online delegates were treated to a series of insightful and inspiring interactive sessions, including keynote addresses from industry leaders and sustainability experts. At the top of the bill was Ho Kwon Ping, Founder and Executive Chairman of Banyan Tree Holdings and Laguna Resorts & Hotels, who spoke about the need to “embrace” the environment, rather than simply preserve it.“It’s not just about protecting endangered species or preventing deforestation; it’s about showing people how beautiful the environment is around them. Because if you embrace the environment, then you protect the environment, you beautify the environment, you appreciate and understand the environment,” KP Ho told PHIST.Discussing the future of travel and hospitality in the post-pandemic era, KP Ho said that alongside the obvious changes, such as strict cleanliness protocols and contactless solutions, the industry would start to move towards a more meaningful existence with a stronger human element.“I’m actually very positive about tourism post-COVID, because I think it’s going to morph. During the global pandemic when people couldn’t travel, we began to realise that we’re actually very social animals. We need the human touch, we need friends to visit, we need to go out with our loved one. So I think that in future we’re going to see a lot more meaningful, purposeful and experiential travel, and that to me is very encouraging,” he added.
Dusit International partners with leading educational and culinary institutes to develop Thailand's first academy of gastronomy with business incubation facilities - 'The Food School'
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, is set to expand its hospitality education business in the kingdom with a unique joint venture offering experiential training in Italian, Japanese, and Thai cuisines - plus exclusive incubation services for food and beverage startups - in a state-of-the-art facility in Bangkok.
Case Study: HAMA AP, HotStats Review Phuket Sandbox Performance
The launch of the Phuket Sandbox on July 1, 2021, is an important step on the road to recovery from COVID-19 and a measure that many other destinations in the Asia-Pacific region could soon mimic.
Meliá to Open on Thailand’s Mai Khao Beach in December
Meliá Phuket Mai Khao, a 30-suite and 70-villa resort on eight acres of Phuket's northwestern coastline overlooking the sky-blue Andaman Sea is slated to open in December.
Leah Matters has been appointed as General Manager at Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort
Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced its senior management team that will open three resorts in southern Thailand this high season.
Tony Pedroni has been appointed as Area General Manager, Thailand at Outrigger Hospitality Thailand
Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced its senior management team that will open three resorts in southern Thailand this high season.
Sergey Kutuzov has been appointed as Area Director of Sales & Marketing, Thailand at Outrigger Hospitality Thailand
Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced its senior management team that will open three resorts in southern Thailand this high season.
Grand Mercure opens in Khao Lak, Thailand
Located on a secret stretch of Thailand's Andaman Coast in the province of Phang Nga, the newly-opened Grand Mercure Khao Lak Bangsak offers travellers a unique and tranquil beach getaway experience.
Centara Reveals Final Three Teams in The Running to Win Inaugural Start-Up Competition
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has announced the three finalist teams in the running to win the first ever “Centara x Startup Sandbox by True Digital Park” competition.
Claude Sauter has been appointed as General Manager at The Slate
The Slate, the whimsical, art-inspired beachfront resort on Phuket's secluded northwest coast, has announced the appointment of Claude Sauter as its new General Manager, bringing an unrivalled depth of local knowledge, industry acumen and leadership experience to this key role. A Swiss national, Claude is a life-long hospitality professional with proven track record. He has also enjoyed a richly rewarding 24-year relationship with Phuket - and with Thailand as a whole. Having first arrived in the "Pearl of the Andaman" in 1997, as Resident Manager of Impiana Resort Patong, Claude went on to manage some of the island's top hotels and resorts. He is also proficient in Thai, one of six languages he can speak along with French, English, German, Italian and Spanish. A graduate of Ecole Hôtelière de Genève, the prestigious Swiss hotel school, and Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration, Claude is clearly highly-qualified. But it is his time in Phuket that has defined his life and career. Following five successful years with Impiana, Claude achieved his first general manager's role with Cape & Kantary Hotels, leading the famous Cape Panwa Hotel in southeast Phuket. He has since headed-up several major properties in Phuket and neighbouring Phang Nga province for international hotel groups including Wyndham and Marco Polo. Most recently, he was GM of The Surin Phuket for over six years, making it one of the island's best performing hotels.