February 2001
I read with great interest...and must say that I am in total agreement with your thoughts. I say that because of my own experience working at Regent International Hotels under the leadership of Bob Burns when individual hotels were the responsibility of the GM and success and /or failure rested squarely on his/her shoulders. GMs dealt directly with owners on most issues and the corporate office was there for support and guidance only if needed. Today, this same type of corporate structure seems to be working effectively at Adrian Zecha's Amanresorts. -Bill Black, Former GM, Regent of Bangkok [at that time, black had just recently left FS. note he does not mention FS. he has continued to be involved with trisara since around that time.]

31 Mar 2014
Jeff Seward will be opening GM at the upcoming 80-suite #Aman Tokyo.

Alcove Pavilions are also situated on the edge of tranquil ponds. In addition to sundecks they offer a glassed in extension overlooking a walled garden. This serves as a cosy sitting room or a bedroom for a third person sharing the suite.