Cherish the sweet moments with the loved one and indulge in a romantic getaway with Amari. We offer romantic getaways on Thailand’s island paradises such as Krabi and Phuket. Enjoy sweet romance with all the pretty little things that will make the guests’ stay charming and unforgettable.
Amari Vogue Krabi 1 February – 29 February 2012 Package includes 4 nights accommodation in deluxe room including daily breakfast for 2 persons, round trip airport transfer, 60-minute body massage and 30-minute flower bath at Breeze Spa, a 3-course set dinner with a glass of wine per person at our Bellini or Lotus, free use of hotel kayak upon availability and Wi-Fi Internet access.
Rates start from 37,000 THB for 4 nights per room (exclusive of vat and surcharge). For reservation or more information, visit www.amari.com or call (0) 7560 7777.
Amari Coral Beach Phuket 12 February – 16 February 2012 Package includes 3 nights accommodation in superior room including daily breakfast for 2 persons, return airport transfer, a 6-course menu of bestselling items at guests' chosen location. Many other culinary proposals are available by the resort’s experienced chefs including: a bottle of sparkling wine with canape prior to the set menu, personalised card, roses, and marzipan hearts.
Rates start from 26,389 THB for 3 nights per room (exclusive of vat and surcharge). For reservations or more information, visit www.amari.com or call (0) 7634 0106-14.
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About Amari Amari is the centrepiece of the ONYX portfolio of hotel brands reflecting modern Asian hospitality, a down to earth vibe and embodying Asian flair.
ONYX Hospitality Group operates four diverse yet complementary hotel brands – Saffron, Amari, Shama and OZO - each catering to the distinctive requirements of today’s business and leisure travellers.
ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com
For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact:
Romklao Sapyatosok - Communications Executive ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E romklao.s@onyx-hospitality.com W www.onyx-hospitality.com
In this traditional season of goodwill, Amari hopes to provide some special gifts to underprivileged children through its annual “Dreams Come True Christmas Tree” programme. Hotel guests and regular patrons of Amari properties in located in Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Phuket, Koh Samui and Krabi are invited to share in this community initiative by purchasing Christmas Cards displayed on the specially created tree placed in the lobby, or to make a donation to assist with the purchase of the gifts.
A volunteer group of management and staff from every Amari property will then distribute the gifts at a needy school within their local community as part of a fun-filled day of games, tasty treats and festive cheer.
“Dreams Come True Christmas Tree” is an initiative of Amari’s Baht for a Better Life programme which provides educational assistance to underprivileged children in Thailand. Baht for a Better Life is supported by the ONYX Hospitality Group Foundation.
About Amari Amari is the centrepiece of the ONYX portfolio of hotel brands reflecting modern Asian hospitality, a down to earth vibe and embodying Asian flair. Amari’s network of properties spans Thailand from scenic seaside and mountain locations to vibrant urban settings including Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Samui, Phuket, Krabi, and Hua Hin. Visit www.amari.com
About ONYX ONYX Hospitality Group operates four diverse yet complementary hotel brands – Saffron, Amari, Shama and OZO - each catering to the distinctive requirements of today’s business and leisure travellers. The Thailand-based hotel management company also manages a portfolio of independently owned or franchised properties throughout Thailand (www.oamhotels.com). ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com For more media inquiries, please contact Harris Lakshanayodhin Kurdthip Director of Public Relations, Thailand ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E send an enquiry W www.onyx-hospitality.com
ONYX HOSPITALITY GROUP APPOINTS SIMON DELL AS GENERAL MANAGER OF THE NEW AMARI HUA HIN
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group has appointed Mr. Simon Dell as General Manager of its newest resort, Amari Hua Hin, set to open in March 2012.
Located in the popular Thai seaside town of Hua Hin, the property is part of an exciting 7.5-acre mixed use development project which includes privately owned condominiums, and will be the 13thAmari property in Thailand for this leading domestic hotel brand.
In his new role, Mr. Dell will be overseeing all aspects of the pre-opening period of the hotel, and will take overall responsibility for the smooth running of the hotel after it opens. His primary focus will be to ensure that this new development is able to fully deliver in terms of customer expectation, occupancy rate and revenue generation.
Fluent in 3 languages and able to speak 3 more, Mr. Dell, a British national who grew up in Switzerland and graduated in Business and Hospitality Administration from Johnson & Wales University, USA. He also holds a diploma in Hotel Administration from the Institute Hotelier-César Ritz in Switzerland. Before joining Amari, he accumulated a wealth of experience in international hospitality management in Hong Kong, Russia, Germany, Israel, UK and Switzerland.
Mr. Dell has been with Amari since 2008 having begun his career with the group as Executive Assistant Manager at Amari Orchid Pattaya, before being appointed General Manager of Amari Vogue Krabi, a property he joined in August 2009.
Simon Dell and his team will manage the 223-room resort, which offers a range of room types, from Superior and Deluxe rooms to expansive Suites and Family suites. Catering to both leisure and business guests, Amari Hua Hin will also offer state-of-the-art meeting and conference facilities and a range of exciting dining experiences, a Beach Club, a Kids’ club, and the vibrant Breeze Spa.
Amari Hua Hin is ideally situated next to a popular stretch of beach called Khao Takiab, just off Phetchakasem Road and just few minutes away from the popular Cicada market. The resort is poised to become one of the town’s leading destinations under the direction of its new General Manager.
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Amari. The Colours and Rhythms of Modern Asian Hospitality
ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com.
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Two Michelin Star Chef Wolfgang Becker in Residence @ Mantra
From 12 -16 November 2011, Mantra Restaurant and Bar will showcase the ambrosial, award-winning cuisine of Guest Chef Wolfgang Becker, the two Michelin star of Becker’s Hotel & Restaurant in Trier, Germany.
Upon inheriting the family business in 1997, he embarked with his wife Christine on transforming both the restaurant and the culinary concept which resulted in Becker’s Restaurant being awarded two Michelin stars and 18 points in Gault Millau. His cooking style is renowned for its “clear, authentic and honest” tastes. “I only put things on the plate that make sense, says the 43-year-old Becker. “My plates are supposed to speak for themselves.”
Dining at Becker’s is an eight-course extravaganza with such modern creations as glazed sweetbread with orange, ricotta and roasted almonds or mieral dove with olives, spices and aubergine. Resident sommelier (and Becker’s wife) Christine serves the appropriate wines, often from the couple’s own winery. Within the estate, there is also second restaurant, Weinhaus which offers fine rural cuisine such as game with chanterelles and bread dumplings.
Well accustomed to presenting his gourmet creations against the backdrop of his distinctively designed restaurants, Becker will undoubtedly find the renowned Mantra Restaurant and Bar, with its seductive palette of red and black and vibrant, interactive dining spaces, an equally inspiring culinary stage.
Showcasing such signature dishes as the finest slices of beef tenderloin and tatare red beet, smoked eel and sour cream; turbot with a crust of parmesan cheese and duo of ratatouille; braised cheek and pink sirloin of lamb and olive jus, artichokes and creamy polenta or to finish, dessert from plums and white chocolate.
Highlights of Wolfgang Becker’s gourmet programme at Mantra include:
• 12 November 2011 6.30pm: Exclusive Opening Night Cocktail Dinner: Priced at 1,999 Baht per person for a 3-course menu and 2,499 Baht per person for a 4-course menu.
• 13 November 2011 Noon: Sunday Brunch with Wolfgang Becker Dinner: Set menus priced at 1,999 per person for a 3-course menu and 2,499 Baht per person for a 4-course menu.
• 14 November 2011 2pm: Cooking Class, priced at 750 Baht per person Dinner: Priced at 2,499 Baht per person for a 3-course menu and 2,899 Baht per person for a 4-course menu, accompanied by a glass of Taltarni wine from the vineyards of South Australia. • 15 November 2011 A Wine Experience showcasing five culinary creations and six wines from Rheinland Pfalz, the home region of Wolfgang Becker. Priced at 1,200 Baht per person. Dinner: Set menus priced at 1,999 Baht per person for a 3-course menu And 2,499 Baht per person for a 4-course menu.
• 16 November 2011 Grand Finale Dinner featuring a sumptuous six-course menu specially created by Becker and Mantra Executive Chef, Kai-Uwe Klenz, pared with the finest vintages from Clos du Val winery, Napa Valley, priced at THB 3,500 per person.
As seats are limited, advance reservations are highly recommended. For more information, please contact (0)3841 8418.
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About Amari
Amari is the centrepiece of the ONYX portfolio of hotel brands reflecting modern Asian hospitality, a down to earth vibe and embodying Asian flair. ONYX Hospitality Group operates four diverse yet complementary brands – Saffron, Amari, Shama and OZO - each catering to the distinctive requirements of today’s business and leisure travellers. ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com. For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact:
Harris Lakshanayodhin Kurdthip Director of Public Relations, Thailand ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E send an enquiry W www.onyx-hospitality.com
Amari Orchid Resort and Tower
Over 49,000 votes were cast during the three month voting period which was open to all readers of TTG Asia's portfolio of travel industry publications including TTG Asia, TTG China, TTG Mice and TTG-BTmice China.
Accepting the award was resort General Manager, Christoph Leonhard.
“This is a wonderful recognition of the dedication and hard work of all involved with the resort.” commented General Manager Christoph Leonhard.
Amari Palm Reef Koh Samui situated on Chaweng, one of Thailand’s most stunning beaches. The resort offers contemporary Thai style accommodation set amidst the tropical green garden and adjacent to the beautiful beach. The resort also boasts the island’s most renowned Italian restaurant, Prego, specialised in home-made Pizza and authentic Italian cuisine and Breeze Spa.
Photo caption (from left to right) Mr. Michael Chow, TTG Asia Media Publisher Mr. Christoph Leonhard, Amari Palm Reef Koh Samui General Manager Mr. Fred Wang, TTG Asia Media Chairman
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For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact: Harris Lakshanayodhin Kurdthip Director, Public Relations - Thailand ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E send an enquiry W www.onyx-hospitality.com
Amari Palm Reef Koh Samui
Announcing Amari’s “Colours & Rhythms” Facebook photo competition, where fans stand the chance to win a trip to any of Amari’s Thailand-based properties, be it Bangkok, Koh Chang, Pattaya, Samui, Phuket, Krabi or Hua Hin.
Entrants are asked to select a photo which best represents the “Colours & Rhythms” of their life along with a caption and email it to amarism@amari.com (limit of 1 photo per person) before 30 September 2011. Photos will be posted on the Amari Facebook page and those which create the most buzz will be selected and evaluated by a panel of Amari Executives, with the top three announced on 14 October 2011.
The winner will experience a 3-night stay for two persons including all meals (breakfast buffet and set meals for lunch and dinner) and a 1.5 hour spa treatment. Second place will receive a 2-night stay for two persons including a daily breakfast buffet, set dinners and a 1.5 hour spa treatment. Third place will receive a 2-night stay for two persons and a daily breakfast buffet. (Prize must be used by 1 April 2012)
For more information click “Like” on the Amari Facebook page and visit the “Colours & Rhythms” photo competition tab.
Editors’ Note: Amari is the centrepiece of the ONYX portfolio of hotel brands reflecting modern Asian hospitality, a down to earth vibe and embodying Asian flair. Amari’s network of properties spans Thailand from scenic seaside and mountain locations to vibrant urban settings including Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Samui, Phuket, Krabi, and Hua Hin. Visit www.amari.com
For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact: Romklao Sapyatosok Communications Executive ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E send an enquiry
ONYX Hospitality Group, Asia’s leading hotel management company, has been appointed to manage a landmark 135-room mixed-use development project in Pattaya under its cornerstone, mid to upscale Amari brand. Currently known as The Legend, the distinctive 35-storey property has been renamed Amari Residences Pattaya. Construction will begin in 2012 and when it opens in late 2014, the property will feature 140 privately owned residential condominiums and 135 Amari-managed serviced apartments, all offering distinctive views of the Pattaya Bay. Facilities will include an international restaurant, state-of-the-art gymnasium and outdoor swimming pool.
ONYX President and Chief Executive Officer, Peter Henley, said: “We are delighted that Nova Group, the owner of the Amari Residences Pattaya project, has entrusted us with the management of this key development. We have long enjoyed a successful partnership with the Nova group and currently manage three other Pattaya properties for them including Amari Nova Suites, Nova Platinum Hotel and Nova Gold Hotel. Pattaya is a thriving leisure and commercial city. Through the management of this exciting new project, we are pleased to be able to firmly position ourselves as a leading hospitality provider in Pattaya.”
Rony Fineman, President and Owner of Nova Group remarked: “The strength of the Amari brand, its reputation for service excellence and the expanding economy in Pattaya is the perfect formula for a successful partnership. We believe in ONYX’s expertise in hospitality management and we are confident that ONYX will lead our property in the right direction towards a bright future.” Located in a prime location in South Pattaya next to the Royal Cliff and only five minutes away from Pattaya City or Jomtien Beach, Amari Residences Pattaya will be positioned as Pattaya’s leading destination for business and leisure travellers.
About ONYX:ONYX Hospitality Group operates four diverse yet complementary hotel brands – Saffron, Amari, Shama and OZO - each catering to the distinctive requirements of today’s business and leisure travellers. The Thailand-based hotel management company also manages a portfolio of independently owned or franchised properties throughout Thailand (www.oamhotels.com). ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com.
For media enquiries, please contact:
Shamini Murugan - Director, Communications
ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 847 Petchburi Road F +66 (0) 2255 3718 Bangkok 10400 E send an enquiry Thailand W www.onyx-hospitality.com
Amari, the centrepiece of the ONYX portfolio of hotel brands, has recently developed a highly-targeted mobile site enabling users to access the Amari website via mobile phones. The mobile site conveniently supports iPhone, Android, and other mobile operating systems.
The website was launched on 20 July 2011 and has seen traffic of about 350 persons per day. At present the mobile website has successfully generated more than 300,000 THB with most bookings coming from Thailand, Australia, and Malaysia.
All traffic from smart phones will be automatically redirected to the mobile version unless a user actively chooses to use the normal website. All Amari properties are bookable through the site with secure credit card payment options.
The project was completed internally without the assistance of an outsourced company and is the result of ONYX Hospitality Group’s pioneering e-commerce initiatives that have generated a staggering 52% increase in revenue since 2008. The integration of the group’s website, blog and social networks with content-driven online advertising has made ONYX a digital marketing leader in Thailand’s competitive hospitality industry.
The site can be accessed through http://m.amari.com
For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact: Harris Lakshanayodhin Kurdthip Director of Public Relations, Thailand ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E send an enquiry W www.onyx-hospitality.com
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group has appointed Michael Vogt as the new General Manager of Amari Vogue Krabi, an intimate 57-room resort with elegant Lanna-inspired architecture in a beautiful garden setting.
From May 2011, Mr Vogt will officially take over from Simon Dell, who will go on to manage the upcoming Amari Hua Hin resort. In his new role, Mr Vogt will be in charge of all operations at the five-star Krabi property.
With more than 14 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Mr Vogt began his career with front office management roles in his native Switzerland before becoming Deputy Director in charge of Rooms Division and Spa at the Grand Hotel Bellevue in Gstaad,
Moving to Asia in 2005, Mr Vogt joined the 50-room Layana Resort in Krabi, Thailand, as Resident Manager before becoming GM three years later. Under his management, the property would win TripAdvisor.com’s ‘Best Luxury Asia’ award four years in a row as well as two World Luxury Hotel Awards.
Mr Vogt now takes the reins at Amari Vogue Krabi, located on the pristine Tub Kaek Beach and just a 30-minute drive from Krabi’s town centre. Set right on the beach and overlooking the Andaman Sea, the picturesque resort offers a range of holiday experiences, from romantic weekend getaways to family vacations.
Mr Vogt was formally educated at the Swiss Hotel Management School, Lucerne, in north-central Switzerland.
For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact: Harris Lakshanayodhin Kurdthip Director of Public Relations, Thailand ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 E send an inquiry W www.onyx-hospitality.com
Amari Vogue Resort
Amari Hua Hin Celebrates its ‘Topping Off’
From Left: Duncan Webb, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, ONYX Hospitality Group, Simon Dell, General Manager, Amari Hua Hin, Peter Henley, Chief Executive Officer, ONYX Hospitality Group, Nijaporn Charanachitta, Owner, ONYX Hospitality Group, Yuthachai Charanachitta, Owner, ONYX Hospitality Group, and Thorsten Ries, Chief Operations Officer, ONYX Hospitality Group. Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group recently marked a key milestone in the development of one of its pipeline projects, Amari Hua Hin, with a ‘topping off’ ceremony.
Located in the perennially popular seaside town of Hua Hin, the new Amari is part of a mixed use development project which also features luxury, privately owned condominiums, set on 7.5acres.
Scheduled to welcome its first guests in early 2012, Amari Hua Hin will showcase 228 rooms and suites offering sophisticated comfort and exclusive service within a two building structure. Set amidst picturesque landscaped grounds, the hotel’s recreational facilities will include a swimming pool, fitness centre, children’s club and a stylish contemporary spa.
Catering to both leisure and business guests, Amari Hua Hin will also offer state-of-the-art meeting and conference facilities and a range of exciting dining experiences.
Situated just 4km from the lively town centre and within close proximity to the beach, Amari Hua Hin will be a stylish new addition to this much-loved resort town.
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Editors’ Note: Amari is the centrepiece of the ONYX portfolio of hotel brands reflecting modern Asian hospitality, a down to earth vibe and embodying Asian flair. Amari’s network of hotels, resorts and residences spans Thailand from scenic seaside and mountain locations to vibrant urban settings including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Koh Samui, Phuket and Krabi. Visit www.amari.com
ONYX Hospitality Group is a leading hospitality management company that combines the expertise of a truly global executive team with the hospitality excellence for which Asia is renowned. ONYX operates four diverse yet complementary hotel brands – Saffron, Amari, Shama and Ozo - each catering to the distinctive requirements of today’s business and leisure travellers. ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com.
For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact: Harris Sakul Kurdthip Director, Public Relations Thailand ONYX Hospitality Group T +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588 847 Petchburi Road F +66 (0) 2255 3718 Bangkok 10400 E send an enquiry Thailand W www.onyx-hospitality.com
