Vana Belle Resort and Sheraton Samui Resort Welcome Franz J. Estermann as Executive Chef
KOH SAMUI, TH. February 8, 2015 - Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui and Sheraton Samui Resort are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Franz J. Estermann as Executive Chef for both properties. Chef Estermann, who is a Swiss national, brings a wealth of experience having worked for more than 30 years in international hotel management. An experienced professional in the culinary field, Chef Estermann has worked in first-class hotels in Switzerland, Sweden, Middle East, Macao, Hong Kong, China and Thailand. Speaking of his new appointment, Chef Estermann said "I am honored to work with the professional teams here at Vana Belle Resort and Sheraton Samui Resort and look forward to further elevating the dining experience for hotel guests and the local community here in Koh Samui”.
For further information about Sheraton Samui Resort and for reservations, please call +66 (0) 77 422 020, email [email protected] or visit our website www.sheratonsamui.com.
For further information about Vana Belle Resort and for reservations, please call +66 (0) 77 915 555, email [email protected] or visit our website www.vanabellekohsamui.com.
About The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts
The Luxury Collection® is a collection of hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world's most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination's indigenous charms and treasures. Magnificent decor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA brand as a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 90 of the world's finest hotels and resorts in 30 countries in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes award-winning properties that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering unparalleled service, style and class while celebrating each hotel's distinctive heritage and unique character. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world's finest. For more information, please visit www.luxurycollection.com.
About Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is on a mission to bring people together through communal experiences because we believe that travel is better when shared. As the largest and most global brand of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., Sheraton helps guests make connections at more than 430 hotels in more than 75 countries around the world through signature offerings such as the exclusive Sheraton Club lounge and Paired, our new menu of expertly matched small plates, premium wines and craft beers. The brand recently launched Sheraton 2020, a comprehensive 10 point plan designed to make Sheraton the global hotel brand of choice, everywhere. Sheraton, like all brands within the Starwood portfolio, is proud to offer the Starwood Preferred Guest® program, the industry's leading loyalty program. To learn more, visit www.sheraton.com.
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