CEO of Nai Lert Group, renowned Thai hospitality group, recently hosted a gala dinner in celebration of the official inauguration of École Ducasse - Nai Lert Bangkok Studio – a world-class culinary and pastry arts school. Alain Ducasse, the world's most Michelin-starred chef and founder of the institute together with a team of chef instructors flying directly from Paris to create a special menu for Gala Dinner. The highlights were the cooking shows by the head chefs and a special performance “A Taste of Rhythm” in a convivial and warm atmosphere with the trio live entertainment throughout the evening. The Gala Dinner was graciously attended by high-profile guests including École Ducasse founder Alain Ducasse, ML Sirichalerm Svasti (Chef McDang) and Sanhapit Bodiratnangkura, ML Piyaphat Bhirombhakdi, Thapanee Kiatphaiboon, Supornthip Chuangrangsi, Chanadda Pitayasiri, Vatanika Patamasingh Na Ayudhya, Ausana Mahagitsiri, Kamolsut Dabbaransi, Polpat Asavaprapha, Ontira Phaksuwan, Natapohn Temeeruks and Virithipa Pakdeeprasong.

BWH℠ Hotels has appointed Joelle Park to the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer, Larry Cuculic. As a key member of the executive team, Park will lead the company’s global marketing, brand strategy, and communications, including oversight of the company’s award-winning loyalty programs. She brings an extensive background in hospitality marketing, spearheading customer-centric programs with a proven track record of success.
 
“BWH Hotels is at an exciting chapter in its celebrated history and brand evolution, with a strong portfolio of diverse brands. I’m thrilled to be a part of the journey ahead,” said Park. “I am passionate about brand building, from uncovering the essence of a brand’s purpose to crafting insight-driven marketing that drives performance. Each brand in the portfolio is special, making this an exceptional opportunity to curate those unique brand attributes into a compelling story to share with the world.”
 
“We are very excited that Joelle is joining our team. Her extensive marketing background, knowledge, and expertise will propel our future global success across our family of 19 brands and our strong loyalty programs,” said Cuculic.  “She is a tremendously strong leader who will effectively drive our collaborative global spirit and culture of inspiring travel through unique experiences.”  
 
With over two decades of marketing experience, Park brings a wealth of expertise driving business results through strategic and innovative marketing, and inspiring cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals. Most recently, Park served as Vice President, Global Enterprise and Cross Brand Marketing at Hilton, overseeing strategy, branding, and messaging for the Hilton portfolio of brands. Her work at Hilton included the recent launch of a breakthrough global brand platform and campaign. Throughout her career, she has held various marketing leadership positions spanning brand management, digital strategy,
 
customer experience, and product development. Park is known for launching integrated, go-to-market plans with consistent messaging across marketing, sales, and communications that fuel performance.
Before entering the hospitality industry, Park held management roles at various agencies crafting creative solutions for top-tier brands in retail, entertainment, travel, and technology. She is a proud alumnus of the University of Virginia, and the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) has recognized her as one of its Top 25 Extraordinary Minds.

Fitz Club announced it has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice award winner as one of the best sports club and wellness centre. The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveler reviews on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months, placing these winners among the top 10% of all listings on Tripadvisor globally.
 
“We are thrilled to have received our first Tripadvisor award. Over the past two years, we have devised a comprehensive plan to elevate our sports and health club to new heights. Our dedicated team has worked tirelessly, fully committed to assisting our guests in achieving their health goals. Our customer service is attentive, and we maintain constant communication with our members and guests. The board of directors has also made a substantial investment in upgrading our equipment and facilities. As a result, our tennis and squash courts are widely recognized as some of the finest in Thailand. This award serves as inspiration for our entire team to strive for excellence in their daily endeavors," stated Vitanart Vathanakul, CEO of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group.
 
“Congratulations to the 2023 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice winners,” said John Boris, Chief Growth Officer at Tripadvisor. “The travel resurgence we’ve seen throughout the past year has even further heightened the competition. Earning a Travelers’ Choice Award demonstrates that you have provided great experiences to those who matter most: your guests. With changing expectations, continued labor shortages, and rising costs, this is no easy feat, and I am continually impressed with the hospitality industry’s resilience and ability to adapt. Cheers to another successful year!”

Aira Hotel Bangkok, one of Kingston Hotels Group’s new brands proudly celebrated its one-year anniversary with a sensational Gatsby-themed party that left guests thrilled and captivated.
Since opening its doors on 1st July 2022, Aira Hotel Bangkok has enjoyed tremendous success and has become a sought-after destination for travelers from around the world. Throughout the past year, the hotel has welcomed countless guests, each contributing to the vibrant and diverse atmosphere that Aira Hotel Bangkok has become known for, boldly leading the way toward a new Sukhumvit 11.
The anniversary celebration took place on July 6th, 2023, featuring an intimate affair graced by esteemed hotel clients, loyal bookers, and valued agents. The event was a memorable evening that immersed guests in the opulence of the Gatsby era. Aira Hotel Bangkok had the honor of welcoming, Mrs. Thailand, as well as esteemed members of the media and influential personalities, who joined in the event.

"Takumi" Japanese Restaurant is delighted to announce the highly anticipated grand launching of its new menu, "Hanamatsuri ( 花祭り)" on Friday, July 7, 2023.
More than 110 premium menu items including new signatures such as Shifudo Moriawase, Yakiniku Chahan, Kushi Yaki Oki Sara and more have been meticulously curated by our talented team of chefs, who have crafted a menu that harmonizes the freshest seasonal ingredients from local farmers with exquisite flavours and innovative creative presentation, resulting in an all new dining experience.
The opening ceremony commenced with a mesmerizing set of performances titled "Taiko Drumming and Contemporary Fan Dance," captivating the audience with a harmonious blend of traditional rhythms and contemporary choreography. Then, our chefs presented a visual feast accompanied by storytelling presentations, whereby bring each dish become a visual experience.
All attendees had the opportunity to indulge their taste buds in a tantalizing tasting experience of the new menu with an array of cocktails. "Takumi," showcases the finest flavors and ingredients that Japanese cuisine has to offer.
For more information or reservation, please call 02 694 2222  or Line OA: @swissotelbkk

Centre Point Hotels Group, represented by Ms. Panarat Nutkumhaeng (3rd from left), Vice President – Service Quality Development & Corporate Marketing, in collaboration with Autistic Thai Foundation, led by Mr. Chusak Chantayanon (4th from right), President of Autistic Thai Foundation, hosted a CSR workshop entitled “Centre Point x Autistic Thai Always Care Workshop” for children with autism and special needs and their families, held at Centre Point Hotel Silom recently.
 
The workshop was a result of the campaign launched on 2 April 2023, in observance of World Autism Awareness Day. Centre Point Hotels Group had joined forces with the Autism Thai Foundation to organize an event aimed at promoting the development of autistic children and children with special needs. The event provided an opportunity for all hotel guests who made direct room reservations in the month of April 2023 to participate and support this initiative. Centre Point Hotels Group dedicated 1% of the revenue generated from direct room bookings during that period to organize the workshop for this event.

Robert Maurer Loeffler, Vice President Operations, and General Manager of Centara Grand at CentralWorld (5th from right), along with Rasmus Poll, Central Food Retail's Head of Alcohol & Tobacco (far left), graciously welcomed six distinguished winemakers for a unique showcase. The exquisite event highlighted the wines and cuisine of Bordeaux's CRU Bourgeois, each selection expertly presented by their respective winemakers. Chef Luca Russo curated an elegant five-course wine dinner paired with six stellar CRU Bourgeois wines. The dinner was held at the stunning UNO MAS Restaurant on the 54th floor of Centara Grand at CentralWorld.
 
Shown in the photo from left to right:
*Rasmus Poll
*Nicolas Loreau, Director of Food & Beverage, Centara Grand at CentralWorld
*Charles Lemoine
*Erwan Flageul 
*Laurent Barrier
*Robert Maurer Loeffler
*Thibault Pipart
*Pierre Maussire
*Chef Luca Russo, Chef De Cuisine - Red Sky Restaurant, Centara Grand at CentralWorld
*Unnop Kaewputtal, Executive Assistant Manager BCC & F&B, Centara Grand at CentralWorld

As the curtains came down on the Bali & Beyond Travel Fair 2023 (BBTF), Cross Hotels & Resorts triumphantly basked in the glow of yet another exhilarating and triumphant event, captivating attendees as its seven remarkable properties in Indonesia swiftly became the talk of the town. This annual tourism extravaganza welcomes industry titans from across the globe and it was the perfect stage for the company's sales representatives to bask in their well-deserved limelight.
 
But the celebration did not end as the travel fair came to a close. Senior Cross Hotels & Resorts’ executives had planned an after-party to show their appreciation for their key people in strategic markets around the world. It is these General Sales Agents (GSAs) who, through their daily interactions with clients, are helping to transform the hospitality industry with dynamic brands.