Feb 12, 2018, 5:37 pm
Amanresorts Thread 2018
Apr 20, 2018, 7:58 pm
#226
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almost certainly ernst was told buyout was not required
communication with guests is key, and ernst may also have been told not to
i also wonder about pulo, but that GM is not the same kind of aman veteran
2 examples close together, at 2 top remote aman, is not a good sign
communication with guests is key, and ernst may also have been told not to
i also wonder about pulo, but that GM is not the same kind of aman veteran
2 examples close together, at 2 top remote aman, is not a good sign
Amankila can't handle a non-buyout wedding, and most certainly not anything at the central areas - that's one of the key features of the resort!
Apr 21, 2018, 8:41 am
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mega.onemega.com/celebs-influencers-calling-recent-omega-amanpulo-event-amazing-ever-heres/
beach club...main pool...floating pavilion...tour of the island...spa and private beaches and pools to spot more Seamaster watches on display...beach and one long table for a dinner set up for 60 people...word Omega in neon lights blazed from the sea...fireworks display erupted at 11pm
local celebrities and influencers...3-day event
also lots of photo/video teams
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Apr 21, 2018, 10:11 am
#228
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This was why I felt uneasy the first time I heard about this. I guess this is the new normal at Aman. Sad 
Apr 24, 2018, 2:18 pm
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I was at Amankila just before the wedding. I left the day before they arrived and they had already closed the main restaurant to prep for the welcome dinner. Staff mentioned to us that it wasn't a buyout, which is unusual, and I commented that that sort of situation really has potential to impact other guests.
Surprising that they didn't offer you anything, given that Ernst & Shane are some of the best I've ever seen, at an Aman or elsewhere.
Surprising that they didn't offer you anything, given that Ernst & Shane are some of the best I've ever seen, at an Aman or elsewhere.
The wedding took place by the pool and bar area actually. The upper restaurant opened for dinner service a bit later (after 7pm). The reception dinner was by the pool as well. So the hotel guests that were eating at the restaurant could hear all the speeches and music very well.
the reality >
mega.onemega.com/celebs-influencers-calling-recent-omega-amanpulo-event-amazing-ever-heres/
thetravellingfoxes.com/a-luxury-event-at-amanpulo-pamalican-island-in-the-philippines/
considering how many celebrities im wondering if they also occupied villas
also lots of photo/video teams
mega.onemega.com/celebs-influencers-calling-recent-omega-amanpulo-event-amazing-ever-heres/
thetravellingfoxes.com/a-luxury-event-at-amanpulo-pamalican-island-in-the-philippines/
considering how many celebrities im wondering if they also occupied villas
also lots of photo/video teams
May 1, 2018, 4:38 am
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Anyone made it to the AmanYY opening reception ?
We did not
We did not
May 1, 2018, 7:30 am
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Yes we were there
Property looked great. But unfortunately pollution was grim. And I'm still at a loss as to why one would want to stay in Minhang.
The event commenced with some tightly choreographed (some might say overly drawn-out and possibly a bit pretentious) chinese drumming. Then speeches from Doronin, Kerry Hill, Christoph, and 2 others who I believe were the man responsible for moving the forest here, and a Minhang official musing upon how wonderful YY is for the area. After some more drumming, the real party started; they did a nice job with excellent and plentiful food and drink and good music all beautifully set out around the grounds. The grounds, food and drink need to be good though, as I can't think of any other reason to visit this part of SH
Property looked great. But unfortunately pollution was grim. And I'm still at a loss as to why one would want to stay in Minhang.
The event commenced with some tightly choreographed (some might say overly drawn-out and possibly a bit pretentious) chinese drumming. Then speeches from Doronin, Kerry Hill, Christoph, and 2 others who I believe were the man responsible for moving the forest here, and a Minhang official musing upon how wonderful YY is for the area. After some more drumming, the real party started; they did a nice job with excellent and plentiful food and drink and good music all beautifully set out around the grounds. The grounds, food and drink need to be good though, as I can't think of any other reason to visit this part of SH
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May 1, 2018, 7:38 am
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May 1, 2018, 7:49 am
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everything was open (although we didn't check out the spa so not sure about that).
The property itself is lovely and obviously the trees etc have a lot of history so yes worth a stop-off to see it. However if you also want to see anything interesting that SH has to offer, it is not a good location - very far from areas of interest, and often with heavy traffic. Maybe Minhang has some secret wonderful features? If so I don't know about them...
The property itself is lovely and obviously the trees etc have a lot of history so yes worth a stop-off to see it. However if you also want to see anything interesting that SH has to offer, it is not a good location - very far from areas of interest, and often with heavy traffic. Maybe Minhang has some secret wonderful features? If so I don't know about them...
May 1, 2018, 2:58 pm
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Yes we were there
Property looked great. But unfortunately pollution was grim. And I'm still at a loss as to why one would want to stay in Minhang.
The event commenced with some tightly choreographed (some might say overly drawn-out and possibly a bit pretentious) chinese drumming. Then speeches from Doronin, Kerry Hill, Christoph, and 2 others who I believe were the man responsible for moving the forest here, and a Minhang official musing upon how wonderful YY is for the area. After some more drumming, the real party started; they did a nice job with excellent and plentiful food and drink and good music all beautifully set out around the grounds. The grounds, food and drink need to be good though, as I can't think of any other reason to visit this part of SH
Property looked great. But unfortunately pollution was grim. And I'm still at a loss as to why one would want to stay in Minhang.
The event commenced with some tightly choreographed (some might say overly drawn-out and possibly a bit pretentious) chinese drumming. Then speeches from Doronin, Kerry Hill, Christoph, and 2 others who I believe were the man responsible for moving the forest here, and a Minhang official musing upon how wonderful YY is for the area. After some more drumming, the real party started; they did a nice job with excellent and plentiful food and drink and good music all beautifully set out around the grounds. The grounds, food and drink need to be good though, as I can't think of any other reason to visit this part of SH
everything was open (although we didn't check out the spa so not sure about that).
The property itself is lovely and obviously the trees etc have a lot of history so yes worth a stop-off to see it. However if you also want to see anything interesting that SH has to offer, it is not a good location - very far from areas of interest, and often with heavy traffic. Maybe Minhang has some secret wonderful features? If so I don't know about them...
The property itself is lovely and obviously the trees etc have a lot of history so yes worth a stop-off to see it. However if you also want to see anything interesting that SH has to offer, it is not a good location - very far from areas of interest, and often with heavy traffic. Maybe Minhang has some secret wonderful features? If so I don't know about them...
Hmm , am not surprised about the pollution too .
Am glad we could not make it after all as thought what you reported was just so . Think the invitation did not include accommodation either .
Will do the swing by when we go to Fayun .
Relieved we didn’t go late January / February either .
May 2, 2018, 7:38 pm
#235
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Just saw on Tom Dwan's twitter account that Sveti Stefan is hosting a poker tournament. A bit rich for my blood at 1MM HKG and cash games that are probably 20x+ as large. According to his Instagram account he's an amanjunkie.
Anybody planning on attending?
Anybody planning on attending?
May 8, 2018, 9:41 am
#236
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anyone know marc bittner, now at wana?
great reports are a good sign, especially under external GMs - fayun, giri, tokyo. beijing is aman veteran, ex fayun. last 4 GMs, in late 2017 (giri, tokyo, yara, wana) were external but came to aman before becoming GM. nice.
zoe >
2017 ~€3.8M+ 71% occupancy
2016 ~€2.4M+ 62% occupancy
2015 "€1.2M" 57% occupancy
2014 ~€600K
2013 / 2012
great reports are a good sign, especially under external GMs - fayun, giri, tokyo. beijing is aman veteran, ex fayun. last 4 GMs, in late 2017 (giri, tokyo, yara, wana) were external but came to aman before becoming GM. nice.
zoe >
a number of events with potential [residence buyers] are planned for the 2018 summer season, in collaboration with Aman and various agents.
For 2018, the operating season is scheduled to be extended to the end of November.
increase in hotel operations costs reflecting the increased occupancy of Amanzoe
Eight villas were included in the rental programme, including the one bedroom villa...Construction works commenced for two sold villas, namely villa 6 and 18, after the end of the 2017 summer season and will continue through the 2018 season. Delivery of these villas is expected in the season of 2019...one sale reservation [of 2BR]
For 2018, the operating season is scheduled to be extended to the end of November.
increase in hotel operations costs reflecting the increased occupancy of Amanzoe
Eight villas were included in the rental programme, including the one bedroom villa...Construction works commenced for two sold villas, namely villa 6 and 18, after the end of the 2017 summer season and will continue through the 2018 season. Delivery of these villas is expected in the season of 2019...one sale reservation [of 2BR]
2016 ~€2.4M+ 62% occupancy
2015 "€1.2M" 57% occupancy
2014 ~€600K
2013 / 2012
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May 8, 2018, 9:50 am
#237
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I have a stay at Jiwo in July for an entry-level room. I need to move it forward a few days, but the first two categories are sold out for one of the nights. Does anyone have experience with Aman being flexible with this? We have no desire for a Pool Suite at Amanjiwo, and would hate to have to pay 2x our original room rate just to stay. Like I said, only one night the entry-level categories are sold out. For this stay I booked via Citi 4th night free, which I am somewhat regretting in this case given the additional help a TA could likely provide, but wanted to get people's thoughts before I reach out to the property directly.
May 8, 2018, 4:27 pm
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Be careful with changing your travel plans directly. You may want to confirm with Citi that they will still honor your 4th night free if you make the change as opposed to them.
May 9, 2018, 10:09 pm
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Aman saves the day! I checked first with Citi, who said no problem if hotel makes change directly (just send them a new confirmation and call once sent to confirm), then got in touch with Aman, who made the change within a couple of hours. Got the new confirmation, called Citi, and they confirmed all is good on their end. Fantastic service from all parties.
May 9, 2018, 10:49 pm
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Aman saves the day! I checked first with Citi, who said no problem if hotel makes change directly (just send them a new confirmation and call once sent to confirm), then got in touch with Aman, who made the change within a couple of hours. Got the new confirmation, called Citi, and they confirmed all is good on their end. Fantastic service from all parties.