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Centara Grand appoints executive assistant manager

Dominique Ronge (left), general manager of Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Duggan (right) as executive assistant manager - Food and Beverage.

Dominique Ronge, general manager of Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Duggan as executive assistant manager - Food and Beverage from January 13, 2014.
A British national with over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he has been working in Asia for the past 22 years and most recently was living and working in Singapore.
Carl has extensive expertise in food and beverage; he obtained a bachelor’s degree in the culinary arts along with food and beverage service from Harrogate College of Arts and Technology in the United Kingdom.
Carl has worked with numerous international hotels as executive chef and director of food and beverage including Hyatt Hotels in Hong Kong and China, Sheraton and Conrad in Hong Kong.


Etihad Airways announces golf star Martin Kaymer as latest brand ambassador

PGA golfer Martin Kaymer has become Etihad Airways’ newest Guest Ambassador.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its Guest Ambassador program with the addition of international PGA golfer Martin Kaymer.
Having won the US PGA Championship in 2010, the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship for a record three times in 2008, 2010 and 2011, and holing the winning putt for the European Ryder Cup Team in 2012, Kaymer is considered one of the golfing world’s brightest stars.
As the latest Etihad Guest Ambassador, he will work on a series of initiatives to raise Etihad Airways’ brand awareness in Germany and other key markets around the world. This includes a promotional video filmed in Abu Dhabi to showcase Etihad Airways’ award-winning service and position the UAE capital as a leading golf and travel destination.
The shooting schedule coincided with the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship 2014, with Kaymer competing for his fourth title at Abu Dhabi Golf Club between 16 and 19 January.
Peter Baumgartner, Chief Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways said, “As one of the world’s leading golf stars, Martin Kaymer has dedicated fans throughout the world, including his home country of Germany. Behind his impressive sporting achievements is a determination to work hard and achieve excellence, values that he shares with Etihad Airways.
“This makes him the perfect Etihad Guest Ambassador and we look forward to working with Martin on a series of projects, including the launch of Etihad Holidays in Germany. Germany is our tour operating division’s second venture outside of the Middle East, offering an extensive range of holiday packages to Abu Dhabi and other destinations across our global network.”
The Etihad Guest Ambassador program was launched in October 2013 and features some of the biggest names from the global entertainment, art and sporting industries. Current ambassadors include Australian celebrity Dannii Minogue, Indian actress Katrina Kaif, Vietnamese Australian chef Luke Nguyen, French footballer Patrick Vieira, and Australian cricketer Shane Warne.
Commenting on his appointment as Etihad Guest Ambassador, Martin Kaymer said, “As a professional golfer, I am constantly travelling around the world and need to arrive feeling relaxed, energized and ready to go. Little things make a big difference when you travel as much as we do.
“Etihad Airways’ standards and attention to detail are consistently high at every stage of the travel experience, which makes me happy each time I fly with them. Therefore, I am extremely honored to become the latest Etihad Guest Ambassador and look forward to working on key promotional activities, including the launch of Etihad Holidays in Germany.”


THAI sponsors Prince Mahidol Award ceremony

Petchpring Sarasin (left), THAI Vice President, Corporate Public Relations, congratulated Professor Peter Piot (second from left), from Belgium, Director of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the United Kingdom and Former Executive Director of UNAIDS, Dr. Jim Yong Kim (third from left), from the United States of America, Former Director of the WHO’s HIV/AIDS Department, Dr. Anthony Fauci (fourth from left), from the United States of America, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Institute of Health, and Professor Dr. David D. Ho (fifth from left), from the United States of America, Director and CEO of the Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, as the Representative of His Majesty the King, presided over the Presentation Ceremony of the Prince Mahidol Award 2013 at the Chakri Throne Hall, The Grand Palace.
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) was a proud sponsor of this prestigious occasion recently, bringing award selection committee members and award recipients to the Kingdom of Thailand.
The Prince Mahidol Award Foundation, of which Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn is the President, was established on January 1st, 1992 to commemorate the centennial birthday of His Royal Highness Prince Mahidol of Songkla. The Prince Mahidol Award is conferred annually to individual(s) or institution(s), firstly, “in the field of medicine for mankind,” and secondly “for outstanding contribution in the field of public health for the sake of well-being of the people.” Award recipients are presented with a medal and certificate of achievement, along with USD 100,000.


Bangkok Airways to offer twice daily non-stop service between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Chiang Rai

Bangkok Airways recently announced its latest expansion to the northern part of Thailand - Chiang Rai, offering non-stop flights from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Chiang Rai, the northernmost large city in Thailand. Commencing on 28 March 2014, the airline will be using a 162-seat Airbus A320 aircraft to service this route.
Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, Bangkok Airways’ president said, “We see Chiang Rai as another potential, yet competitive market in Thailand. The city has emerged as a popular northern Thailand alternative tourist base to larger Chiang Mai. Chiang Rai is a strategic gateway to neighboring countries such as the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic and the southernmost part of China.
“As Bangkok Airways is focusing on leisure destinations, we therefore see high demand from international connecting passengers to this part of South East Asia. We look to cement our position in the increasingly competitive Thai market. We are confident that with our strong reputation of offering a boutique flying experience for our passengers, Bangkok Airways will become a leading player in this market,” Puttipong concluded.
The first outbound flight PG231 will depart Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at 07.35hrs and arrive Chiang Rai Airport at 08.55hrs. while the second outbound flight will depart Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at 18.05hrs and arrive Chiang Rai Airport at 19.25hrs. The first inbound flight PG232 will depart Chiang Rai Airport at 09.45hrs and arrive Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at 11.05hrs. while the second inbound flight will depart Chiang Rai airport at 20.10hrs and arrive Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at 21.30hrs.
All Bangkok Airways passengers can enjoy a boutique lounge at Suvarnabhumi where passengers can treat themselves to a multitude of free snacks and various choices of hot or cold drinks, and free Wi-Fi Internet access. There’s also a kid’s corner located within the lounge area that will satisfy the needs of young children.
Bangkok Airways’ business class - the Blue Ribbon Club or any passengers with FlyerBonus Premier Membership can enjoy extra treats at the Blue Ribbon Club Lounge that offers more services such as hot meals, a personal shower room, a massage parlor, and a nice and quiet personal library room, which can also be used as a personal meeting room.


HEADLINES [click on headline to view story]

Centara Grand appoints executive assistant manager

Etihad Airways announces golf star Martin Kaymer as latest brand ambassador

THAI sponsors Prince Mahidol Award ceremony

Bangkok Airways to offer twice daily non-stop service between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Chiang Rai