Feb 12, 2018, 5:37 pm
Amanresorts Thread 2018
Jul 28, 2018, 2:38 pm
#346
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Oh, that's so good to know, Fliar. We are missing some as well, plus one pair is so beat to heck I'd love to get a replacement.
Jul 31, 2018, 5:50 pm
#347
formerly declinespecificinformatiom
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Agreed about modernising for the sake of it , thankfully not “ upside down “ as sometimes in FT systems
. But if keeping with AMAN ethos which has been its unique trail blazing feature is priority , moving with the times is a good thing - that is the catch .The old staff understand , newer GMs ?? . Doubt many at the HQ , RHQs since all are relatively new except for VD who as a longtime AMANjunkie & should know - imparting to others , who have no idea what those from the beginning have experienced through to more ‘ recent ‘ times , is a tall order .. another story ..
My Amanpuri TR above is still WIP ( to prevent disappearing sections from occurring , then those upside down photos on top at the preamble .. but thankfully right side up in the sections - posting has become rather complicated with the unnecessary automatic ? scrolling ) , some of the points addressed there .
But hey, if they have to now prep extra meals at their cost, maybe the hotel will be more proactive going forward?
While I can’t wxpect hotels to police ppl, leaving and then making demands is a good tool.
Aug 12, 2018, 8:11 am
#348
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with all the re-organization happening at Aman, I would have expected them to up their level of professionalism in online communications; my reservation confirmation for Aman Tokyo goes like this (emphasis added):
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS
THANK YOU FOR YOUR RESERVATION AT AMAN TOKYO
(...)
We look forward to welcoming you to Aman Summer Palace
Amanoi, Vinh Hy Village, Vinh Hai Commune, Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam
Email: [email protected] ; Tel: 84-259-3770777; Amanoi.com
THANK YOU FOR YOUR RESERVATION AT AMAN TOKYO
(...)
We look forward to welcoming you to Aman Summer Palace
Amanoi, Vinh Hy Village, Vinh Hai Commune, Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam
Email: [email protected] ; Tel: 84-259-3770777; Amanoi.com
Aug 12, 2018, 8:37 am
#349
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Subliminal marketing, my friend. It's the new craze.
Aug 13, 2018, 2:59 am
#350
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Aug 13, 2018, 12:59 pm
#351
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Aug 14, 2018, 3:20 am
#352
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This mishap is symptomatic of their hotel. A gateway for affluent Japanese to come to other Amans but a poor facsimile of what an Aman should be. I think the GM chair is just cursed there.
Aug 14, 2018, 5:08 am
#353
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Mine is ‘ normal ‘ . Shall let T san , Tokyo , & H san , Nemu , know that you are our AMANjunkie friends
, & we didn’t manage to coordinate our stays this time 
Aug 18, 2018, 11:09 am
#354
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I am Aman newbie and will be traveling to Bali next month where I was thinking of checking out Amandari. Amex FHR has 4th night free for this property plus the usual perks. Is 4 nights too many to spend at Amandari in Ubud or should I try to split between Amandari and Amankila? Bali Break package for 3 nights is almost as expensive as 4 nights FHR rate, but spending just 1 night at either -dari or -kila seems like a waste. Any thoughts?
Aug 18, 2018, 11:18 am
#355
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I am Aman newbie and will be traveling to Bali next month where I was thinking of checking out Amandari. Amex FHR has 4th night free for this property plus the usual perks. Is 4 nights too many to spend at Amandari in Ubud or should I try to split between Amandari and Amankila? Bali Break package for 3 nights is almost as expensive as 4 nights FHR rate, but spending just 1 night at either -dari or -kila seems like a waste. Any thoughts?
I'd pick Amankila over Amandari, as Kila's service and accommodations are generally superior and Kila's location is one in which there are no other luxury properties--unlike Dari's location in Ubud, which has dozens of others available. Ubud is a tourist mecca, which is often to be avoided by those of us who most often frequent Aman properties! That being said, we did a day trip to Ubud while staying at Kila and had a lovely lunch at Dari, so you easily can visit Ubud even from Kila. But we were very happy that we stayed at Kila.
Regardless, I'm sure you will have a fabulous time. Both properties are lovely, even if I do think Kila is superior and even more special. Enjoy!
As an aside, if you have the chance to make it over for at least 3-4 nights at Amanjiwo on Java (next island over from Bali), I highly recommend it. It's our favorite Aman in Asia.
Aug 18, 2018, 1:47 pm
#356
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book 4/8 nights then ask ian white to re-arrange as theyre same rate and aman has equity in properties. but if entry level room, 'discover' rate was sometimes slightly better deal
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Aug 18, 2018 at 1:56 pm
Aug 18, 2018, 5:08 pm
#357
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Glad you are starting with the Bali Amans
Ubud these days is extremely congested . Would suggest staying at Kila and then do a day trip to Dari for lunch while exploring the area .
Best email the GMs directly and / or even Ian W .
If you have more days , you may like to stay at the Aman Villas at Nusa before your flight out . It is closer to the airport , as traffic can be unpredictable
Aug 19, 2018, 9:58 pm
#358
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Glad you are starting with the Bali Amans
Ubud these days is extremely congested . Would suggest staying at Kila and then do a day trip to Dari for lunch while exploring the area .
Best email the GMs directly and / or even Ian W .
If you have more days , you may like to stay at the Aman Villas at Nusa before your flight out . It is closer to the airport , as traffic can be unpredictable
Aug 19, 2018, 10:08 pm
#359
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After the generous breakfast , there is no need for lunch !
Meals are delicious and good . Off menu options . This is AMAN
There are options down the hill in the village . Plus lots in Ubud since you intend to explore the area . The Kila team will be happy to assist . Email them & not central reservations ! .. always unhelpful and with incorrect & inconsistent information
Aug 20, 2018, 6:29 am
#360
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Good decision on Kila.
Also, after having a heavy breakfast and skipping lunch, don't forget to be poolside at 4:00pm for their incredible afternoon tea. You may have to skip dinner depending on how many servings you help yourself to...
Also, after having a heavy breakfast and skipping lunch, don't forget to be poolside at 4:00pm for their incredible afternoon tea. You may have to skip dinner depending on how many servings you help yourself to...