Luxury Travel Advisor - August 2007 - (Page 66) THE PULSE Paradise in Phuket HOT LEADS Grand Hôtel Stockholm becomes a franchisee of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts as of January 1, 2008. The managing director, Nils Axing (nils.axing@ grandhotel.se), continues to run the hotel. www.ihg.com We’re hearing buzz about Trisara, a seaside resort on the undeveloped northwestern coast of Phuket, Thailand. W hat do we love about Trisara (www. trisara.com)? In addition to celebs such as supermodel Kate Moss and tennis ace Roger Federer, both of whom holed up here on recent holidays, high-profile guests are all but guaranteed complete privacy at the resort, which comprises 39 pool villas and suites, each with its own private infinity pool (shown above). Whether you’re booking a family—there’s a high-tech kids’ club on site, and accommodations can be configured to host visitors with little ones in tow—or a couple TRISARA POOL VILLAS provide ultimate privacy. of high-energy honeymooners, be sure to arrange a two-day private excursion on the resort’s own 70-foot 680 Feretti yacht, Double Issue. The yacht is stocked with kayaks, wakeboards, jet skis and diving and snorkeling gear for exploring the waters around Phi Phi Island (the setting of 2000’s The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio), Maya Bay, the Krabi coastline and Phang Nga Bay (James Bond Island). Downtime on-board includes leisurely sailing, swimming and dining catered by Aussie chef Neil Perry. Clients can even opt to keep a spa therapist close by for an ondeck massage. Tip: If you have a client who’s looking to shed a few pounds or experience complete detox without enlisting in body boot camp, slot some time for him at the Trisara Puriti Purification program (we hear Moss partook). Personalized programs use 100 percent chemical-free nutrition and fitness and spa treatments to increase metabolism, aid in weight loss and increase immunity. (General Manager Anthony Lark tells us that he emerged from the program with improved eyesight.) Major must-tell: Nutrition in the Puriti program is derived solely from fresh fruit and vegetable juices and a careful combination of Chinese herbs. Ocean Front Pool Villas are top of the lot; for VIPs, contact Resort Manager Narelle Kellahan (nk@trisara.com). — Lindsay Lambert Hotel Cipriani’s managing director, Dr. Natale Rusconi, has decided to step down effective December 31. Maurizio Saccani, managing director of Orient-Express’ three other hotels in Italy, will expand his responsibilities to include Hotel Cipriani from September 1, when he will assume the role of managing director for Italy. Dr. Rusconi may continue to work with Orient-Express Hotels in an executive advisory role. www.orient-express.com Rocco Forte Hotels will have its own brand code in the Global Distribution Systems by the fall. It will also provide toll-free telephone reservations services for the brand in 14 countries around the world. The Private Label Company, a joint venture between The Leading Hotels of the World and Trust International, will provide most of the new services; the hotel company for 10 years has been using the GDS chain code for The Leading Hotels of the World. The hotels within the Rocco Forte brand will continue to be members of The Leading Hotels of the World. www.roccofortehotels.com 66 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | August 2007 http://www.ihg.com http://www.orient-express.com http://www.trisara.com http://www.trisara.com http://www.roccofortehotels.com
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