AKARYN Hotel Group, the Southeast Asian luxury boutique resort specialist, has announced the appointment of Thomas Koessler as its new Cluster Resorts Manager for two exceptional hotels on the shores of southern Thailand – Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa and akyra Beach Club Phuket.
Mr. Wilson is a British national and a graduate of the Hotel Management and a postgraduate diploma in Law & Administration from Ulster University in United Kingdom. He has almost 30 years' hotel experience in Europe, Middle East and Asia.
Sammy Carolus has been appointed general manager of Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit, set to open later this year on vibrant Sukhumvit Road.
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group and JR Kyushu Business Development (Thailand) Co. Ltd, an affiliate of Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu), leading Japanese conglomerate with businesses in various segments including transportation, real estate development and hospitality, have entered a partnership for Shama Lakeview Asoke, a 429-key serviced apartments complex in the prime central Bangkok business, entertainment and residential district of Asoke.
Mr Terada is a Japanese national with 33 years’ experience in tourism and hospitality. He started his career as sales executive for a travel agency in Japan, and progressed through several key positions in sales and marketing throughout the organisation, during which time he was stationed in Hong Kong for two years, Singapore for 13 years and Bangkok for 13 years.
The Dutchman, who has been part of the pre-opening team since November 2017, joined SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort from The Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort in Malaysia where he was GM.
CEO of Bangkok-based Absolute Hotel Services Mr. Jonathan Wigley is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Felipe Gotor-Schäffer as the new General Manager of the group’s 4-star Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok.Felipe joins AHS from the General Manager position at the luxury Al-Bustan Village in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and has worked previously in senior management worldwide for the Hilton and Intercontinental hotel groups in a hospitality career spanning over 15 years.
CapitaLand’s wholly owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott) announces the appointment of Mr. Brian Tan as its new Country General Manager for Thailand. He will be responsible for overseeing the operations of Ascott’s properties in Thailand, which includes 11 operating properties with 7 more under development, and drive the growth of the company’s serviced residence business in the country.
Vinusda started her journey with Accor for the Novotel Siam Square pre-opening in 1989. She worked in various departments throughout Rooms Division before joining the pre-opening team with ITT Sheraton, Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok in 1996. She grew her career in as an Executive House Keeper and Director of Rooms. After 13 years at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, Vinusda was promoted to Executive Assistant Manager – Rooms at Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Tower in 2010.
Following Centara's recent announcement that it had strengthened its management team by welcoming back seasoned industry professional Markland Blaiklock, in a newly formed role of Deputy CEO, the group has now released its significant expansion plans for the next five years.
Dusit International, one of Thailand's foremost hotel and property development companies, joined forces with leading consulting and services organization, HVS Asia Pacific, to co-host HVS Hotel Market Connections Bangkok – an exclusive seminar for hospitality leaders, hotel owners and developers – at Dusit Thani Bangkok, on 23 November 2017.
Radisson Blu Resort Hua Hin has announced the appointment of Mr. Richard Mehr as General Manager, effective from 13 November 2017.
Best Western Hotels & Resorts continues to capitalize on Bangkok"s popularity as an international tourism destination, with the announcement of a brand new hotel at the city"s Don Mueang International Airport.
Nominations are now invited for the Oxford Cultural Collective Award, which will recognise the rising stars of the hospitality, food and beverage sectors across Thailand.
The Boathouse Phuket gets a shiny new makeover as the hotel reopened its door on 1 November after a 5-month refurbishments. This latest addition to The Boutique Collection, The Boathouse is a secluded beach front hideaway on Kata Beach Phuket.
The Boathouse Phuket gets a shiny new makeover as the hotel reopened its door on 1 November after a 5-month refurbishments. This latest addition to The Boutique Collection, The Boathouse is a secluded beach front hideaway on Kata Beach Phuket.
ONYX Hospitality Group continues its portfolio expansion with the introduction of OZO Phuket in Thailand. Currently under development and scheduled to open in mid 2019, the hotel will offer 255 guest rooms and features which deliver the midscale OZO brand"s hallmarks of sleep, connectivity and exploration.
Anthony Van Sleeuwen opened SALA Phuket as Executive Assistant Manager in 2007 and later became Resident Manager. He has also previously held positions in the SALA Bangkok office, taking on the role of Group Director of Marketing, as well as Cluster General Manager for the sala boutique brand properties.
Basil joins the team from the Pullman Khaolak-Phang Nga, where he was responsible for the management and operation of all the hotel’s restaurants and bars, as well as for the monthly coordination of multiple weddings and banqueting events.
Ms. Usa is a Thai national with extensive hospitality sales and marketing experience. Having worked with major local and international hotel brands, including Amari, Sheraton, Le Méridien and Alila, she became Director of Sales & Marketing at the Holiday Inn Chiang Mai in 2010. Most recently, she has been Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for Vana Nava Hua Hin & True Arena Hua Hin.