Anantara Vacation Club, Asia's leading luxury vacation ownership concept, is pleased to announce that Maurizio Bisicky, formerly Chief Commercial Officer, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Maurizio will add Finance, Accounting, Legal, IT and Development & Construction to his current responsibilities of Sales & Marketing, Club Services, Club Resort Operations and Human Resources.
Each year the International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) honors a member for his or her outstanding contribution of volunteer time to the Society with the Chuck Pinkowski Member Service Award. At this year's Annual ISHC Conference in Bangkok, the award was presented to Chad Sorensen, Principal, CHMWarnick, an ISHC Chair Emeritus and the current Co-Chair of the Membership and CapEx Committees. Sorensen served on the ISHC Board of Directors (2013 – 2016) and has led numerous ISHC initiatives since becoming a member in 2008.
Angsana Laguna Phuket has appointed Michal Zitek as Area General Manager to lead the strategic growth and oversee all of the Angsana brand operations in Phuket, including Angsana Laguna Phuket, Angsana Villas Resort Phuket, and Angsana Vacation Club.
Marking its first presence on the Eastern coast of Thailand, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is pleased to announce the newest addition to its collection of renowned global properties with the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui. Located on the tropical island paradise of Koh Samui on the Gulf of Thailand, The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui seamlessly combines the brand's legendary service with the traditional spirit of Thai hospitality and colorful Samui island life culture to create a unique melting pot of indelible new memories.
SureStay Hotel Group™ has made its debut in Asia, marking the start of a new era of quality, affordable accommodation in the region.
Thanyapura Health & Sports Resort has appointed Mr. Edgar Toral Hernandez as Vice President, Business Development and Hotel Operations, reporting to Mr. Philipp von Graf Hardenberg, President and CEO. A 20-year veteran with wide experience in hospitality, outsource services, healthcare and integrated wellness industries, Mr. Toral will upkeep Thanyapura’s growth strategies across key core business divisions (Health & Wellness, Sports, Resort) and incorporate a new integrated vision on customer relations management.
Flagship city hotel Haven"t Met Silom offers modern travellers a choice of unique and engaging destination experiences supported by a custom travel app.
Jon Ashenden, currently SALA’s Regional General Manager based at SALA Phuket Resort and Spa and overseeing SALA’s southern beach resorts in Phuket and Samui, is being promoted to VP Hotel Operations and will be based in the Bangkok corporate office, effective 25 September, 2017.
Banyan Tree Phuket is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Ian John Thomason as its new executive chef. The winner of TV show ‘Iron Chef Thailand’ brings in innovation and culinary expertise to the resort’s dining outlets.
A new chapter in the global expansion of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® will begin on November 2, 2017 with the unveiling of Rosewood Phuket, the brand's first Southeast Asia resort, accompanied by the "Charms of the Andaman" specially designed, experience-driven introductory offer.
Wyndham Hotel Group South East Asia and Pacific Rim has appointed Scott Walton as Area General Manager, Thailand. Mr Walton will be based in Phuket and responsible for Wyndham’s portfolio of mixed-use hotels in the country which includes Wyndham Grand Phuket Kalim Bay and Wyndham Sea Pearl Resort Phuket, where he will take on the additional role as General Manager managing the day-to-day operations of the resort. Both resorts are managed by Wyndham Hotel Group in partnership with Club Wyndham Asaid, a points-based vacation ownership product.
AVANI Hotels & Resorts the Minor Hotels’ vibrant upscale lifestyle brand, is delighted to announce the appointment of Alejandro Bernabé as Vice President of Operations effective September 2017. Bernabé joined AVANI as Group Director in January this year. He reports directly to Robert Kunkler, Chief Operating Officer of Minor Hotels and is based at Minor Hotels regional office in Bangkok, which will further strengthen presence and resources in this key market.
Amadeus and the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) is jointly organising the first Mekong Trends Aviation Seminar, which is scheduled to take place in Bangkok on the 10th of October.
JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Patrick Reul–Smekens as Director of Food and Beverage, overseeing all of the resort’s outlets, consisting of Waterfront Restaurant, Olive Restaurant, TA-KRAI Restaurant, Sakura Restaurant, Deli, Infinity Pool Bar, Aquamarine Pool Bar, Czar Bar and the Beach bar.
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts welcomes Mr. Alexander Sheppard as its new Hotel Manager for Banyan Tree Bangkok.
Following an extensive redesign and refurbishment, Plaza Athénée Bangkok, A Royal Méridien Hotel will be unveiled on 6 October 2017 as The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. Now featuring a blend of contemporary and authentic Thai design elements, the opulent hotel will provide discerning travelers with a new experience in luxury and style.
Frasers Hospitality, a division of Frasers Centrepoint Limited, is enhancing and refreshing its Modena by Fraser serviced residence brand as part of its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of travellers through continuous innovation.
InterContinental Hotels Group has announced that female senior talent across Holiday Inn Express hotels in Southeast Asia (SEA) is at an all-time high. This follows the appointment of two GMs who completed the company's General Manager Express Lane programme.
The Cachet Hospitality Group (CHG) has announced the appointment of Muhammad Alan Yuslan to the position of General Manager at Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket. Alan will be responsible for the strategic direction, day to day operations and guest satisfaction of the newly renovated resort. With more than 16 years of international hospitality management experience, Alan has held positions with major international hotel brands, including Le Méridien, Marriott, Starwood, Melia Hotel International and One and Only Resorts. He was an integral member of executive teams for new hotel openings, including the W Maldives, W Bali, and Le Meridian Bali Jimbaran. Previously Yuslan was Hotel Manager at Melia Makassar, Indonesia.Beginning his hospitality career in guest services at the JW Marriott Jakarta, Alan displayed natural leadership ability and an easy adeptness in customer service. He quickly rose through the ranks, gaining experience in key departments, including front office, butler, housekeeping and sales. A National Hotel Institute graduate in Bandung, Indonesia, Alan specialized in room division management. He completed additional study in marketing management and strategic planning at the London School of Public Relations Jakarta.
Aman is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alison Stone, Director of Spa & Wellness at Amanpuri, the collection’s peaceful, beach resort in Phuket. Alison’s role is a first for the resort and emphasizes the brand’s ongoing commitment to wellness. Having recently completed a PhD Degree in Metaphysical Science, Alison brings over 20 years of experience as a wellness consultant, holistic practitioner and detox specialist to the role. Alison will manage and supervise every aspect of Amanpuri’s spa and wellness operations, managing all recruitment and training of spa staff, and supporting Aman’s Global Director of Spa & Wellness, Nichola Roche.