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.

ENDS

Amari. The Colours and Rhythms of Modern Asian Hospitality

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.

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Harris Lakshanayodhin Kurdthip   
Director of Public Relations, Thailand  
ONYX Hospitality Group      
T  +66 (0) 2255 3767, +66 (0) 2255 4588  
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Krabi, a diving paradise! Few resist the temptation to take the plunge and see what awaits under the waves… Krabi’s underwater world both impresses and lures you back to discover more.

Amari Vogue Resort and Kon-Tiki Diving and Snorkelling Centre provides snorkelling and scuba diving trips, taking you to explore beautiful reefs and all the colours and shapes the marine life has to offer in the Andaman.

Never tried diving before? Free introductory dives take place at the resort’s pool every Wednesday and Saturday.

PADI scuba diving courses are available at all levels, for children, beginners, certified divers and professional courses, for PADI certificates from Kon-Tiki’s professional team with more than 30 years experience.

For more information, please contact  +66 (0) 7560 7777
Or visit www.amari.com/vogue

        

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi’s pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                                       Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                                           Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                                  
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                                          Website: www.amari.com

 

Learn the art of crafting authentic Thai cuisine at Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi.

Don your apron and grab a spatula! Come prepared to learn how to cook delicious Thai food with Chef in the garden of the resort. 

Chef will guide you into the fascinating world of Thai cooking. You can choose 4 of your favourite dishes from starters, soups, curries and stir-fries and learn about the ingredients and techniques to make your Thai dish favourful and delightfully tempting.

At the end of the 2-hour class, you will receive a signed certificate, a Tom Yam Kung recipe apron (with ingredients and cooking instructions for spicy prawn soup) and have the chance to sample your creations at Lotus Restaurant. The lesson is priced only at 1,200Baht++ per person.

Have a delightful and tasty holiday, explore the cultural treasures of Thailand amidst natural beauty of Tubkaek Beach, at the luxurious Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi.

For more information, please contact  +66 (0) 7560 7777
Or email an enquiry and visit www.amari.com/vogue

  

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi’s pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                      Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                          Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                     Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                          Website: www.amari.com

   

Luxuriate in a unique experience at Amari Vogue Resort, amidst the beauty and serenity of Tubkaek Beach with this fantastic offer…

At Amari Vogue Resort Buy 2 Get 1 FREE, when booking 2 nights stay 1 more night FREE, inclusive of American breakfast buffet, available from now until 31st October 2009.

For reservations or more detailed information, please call +66(0)7560 7777
Book online at www.amari.com/vogue
or email an enquiry

*Max. of 2 nights free and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions

Experience lavish luxury & ultimate comfort in Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi.

     
 

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                          Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                              Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                         Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                              Website: www.amari.com

Start the Thai New Year in sheer comfort and luxury, by celebrating Songkran in unique style with Amari Vogue Resort, located on serene Tub Kaek Beach.

The Splash Out at Songkran Package features:

• 4 days/3 nights in a Deluxe room
• Fruit and flowers in-room
• Complimentary return airport transfers
• Special Songkran Buffet dinner for two
• A bottle of sparkling wine
• Complimentary private longtail boat to Hong Islands (half-day tour)  

Valid from 10th - 15th April 2009 at 25,175Baht/room/package and subject to availability.

Celebrate Songkran uniquely, in Amari style!

For reservations or more info, please call +66 (0) 7560 7777
Email: Reservations Enquiry
Visit: www.amari.com/vogue

   

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                     Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                         Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                    Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                         Website: www.amari.com

Amari Vogue Resort has added extra comfort and convenience, for guests to stay connected while away from the office or friends and family, with wireless internet access.

All public areas at Amari Vogue Resort provide wifi at no extra charge, including the Lobby area, Lotus Restaurant and Bellini Italian Restaurant, located on the beachfront, as well as the Sunset Lounge and poolside area.

There are also broadband internet access points in all guest rooms, and the resort can provide LAN-cables.

Connect and disconnect at leisure, while indulging in the luxurious comfort of the 5-star Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi.

For more info and reservations, contact +66(0) 7560 7777
or email an enquiry
and make sure to visit www.amari.com/vogue

                    
 

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                    Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                               Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                    Website: www.amari.com

The picturesque landscape of Krabi beckons incredible amounts of visitors every year. All are inspired and amazed by its unique and jaw-dropping natural beauty - on and above ground, underwater and on the beach, its colours, shapes, feel and sounds.

The beauty of Krabi lasts in the memory, but here are some fantastic places perfect for striking a pose, whether you're a budding photographer, wannabe model or more of a professional...

Wat Tham Suea or Tiger Cave Temple
Situated amidst the lush forest of ancient trees, on the top of the 600m high mountain of Khiriwong Valley, Wat Tham Suea has a magnificent view of the breathtaking landscape of northeastern Krabi. As well as being a centre for meditation, it also has noteworthy archeological and historical sites.

Koh Hong Archipelago (Room Islands) is a group of islands situated one hour in the north of Krabi. It has only one beach on one of the smaller islands in the archipelago. Limestone rocks rise up high, harbouring a large beautiful lake in the middle, with only a small passage to the sea. The islands are abundant with tropical fish and corals.

Secret Lagoon at Railey Beach (Holy Princess Pool)
The adventurous way to this glistening lagoon is no child's play, but the verdantly lined path, covered with red clay and mud, the giant trees and the steep cliffs are sublimely scenic sights. It takes arduous effort to climb up and down the cliffs. You might end up caked in mud and sweat, but natural wonder is worth it! The secret lagoon is still, shallow and so clear that you can see the bottom.

Phranang Cave Beach is white and sandy, with crystal clear water, beautiful stalagmites and stalactites layered on limestone mountains. There is a shrine of a princess on the foot of the mountain, which locals believe was home to the sea princess, and on the top of the mountain, there is a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the beautiful bay.

Tub Kaek Beach

Tub Kaek is an idyllic beach, on which to relax and unwind. Not only is it situated amidst serene surroundings far from the touristy areas, but the picturesque landscape boasts a romantic aura. This is a picture perfect place to watch the sunset. At twilight, the silhouettes of the offshore islands' mountains draw shapely lines against the dusky sky, making a memorable impression and great photo opportunity!

Located on Tub Kaek Beach, Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi, itself has stunning architecture. Designed in northern Thai Lanna style, blending seamlessly with nature, it is surrounded by forest and caressed by cool breezes. The intricate selection of interior decor provides a great sense of style, as well as exquisite comfort, for all guests. The view can be captured on photo, but the superb hospitality of Amari Vogue Resort makes lasting memories.

Don't just stand there, let's get to it! Amari Vogue!

    

For more info on Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi, call +66 (0) 7560 7777, or
 email an enquiry or visit www.amari.com/vogue.

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                    Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                        Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                   Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                        Website: www.amari.com

    

 

Elevate your spirits and celebrate the joyous Christmas and New Year season in Amari style, at Amari Vogue Resort, located in the breathtaking surrounds of Tub Kaek Beach.

Amari Vogue Resort offers a delightful seasonal promotion:

When booking 4 nights or more, get a FREE upgrade to the next room category*, complimentary airport transfer and 20% discount on spa treatments at Sivara Spa, as well as on all food and beverages.

The offer is valid from 21st - 26th December 2008.

Note: Gala dinner is compulsory when staying on 24th December at 5,180 Baht net per person and at 2,590 Baht per child.

For reservations and more info, call +66(0)7560 7777
Email an enquiry 
Visit: www.amari.com/vogue

*Subject to availability

Add lavish zest to this festive season at Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi!

 

      
Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                              Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                 Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                          Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                 Website: www.amari.com

Get together with your gang, entourage or usual suspects, plot your fun escape plan and set off to Krabi for a great time!

Set against a backdrop of glistening off-shore islands dotted along the horizon to one side and verdant mountains on the other, right on pristine Tub Kaek Beach, Amari Vogue Resort is the perfect location for you and your friends to take luxury refuge in for some quality time together, away from the stresses and strains of everyday life! The brand new Good Times with Friends package combines outdoor fun and lavish comfort...

The package includes:

• 3 days/2 nights in a Royal Deluxe room (based on twin sharing per room)
• Another room of the same type for your friends
• Welcome cocktail served in-room
• Fruit and flowers in room
• Daily American breakfast
• Complimentary return airport transfer
• 90-minute Thai massage per person at Sivara Spa
• Private longtail boat trip to Hong Island (half-day tour)
• Tapas followed by a private beach BBQ and campfire (bring your own guitar optional!)

Available from now until 31st October 2008 at 45,760baht+++ per package (based on 2 couples or 4 friends in 2 rooms)

For reservations or more detailed information, please call 0 7560 7777
Email: Reservation Enquiry
  Visit: www.amari.com/vogue

Soak up the sun and the fun embraced by luxury and comfort
with your friends at Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi.      

   

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                    Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                        Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                   Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                        Website: www.amari.com