Originally Posted by
ainternational
I've never tried an Aman outside of Asia, and have heard the comments made above as well. But honestly, I'm sure it's possible to re-create the experience here, it's just about cost. But again, importing folks on 3 year rotations from other Aman's I would *think* would solve that problem. Work visas, cost of living, I can see how the costs would be higher.
But that will be very un-Aman. Except for the management and chef, Aman likes to hire locals, and participate in the community it is in. At least that has been the case in the Southeast Asia properties that I have been to.