By Caroline List: There is a clear trend in hotel design that is locally-tied, designs which explore the property’s relationship to environment and nature.

The eight-story, 250-room Paséa Hotel & Spa will be managed by Pacific Hospitality Group as a part of its Meritage Collection.

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The resort covers 19 acres (8 hectares) and features 71 guest rooms and suites which range from Valley, Spa and River rooms to spacious suites and villas with one, two and three bedrooms.

He will have direct oversight of the entire HRIL branded portfolio which currently includes 13 properties.

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White Lodging has standardized on RFID lock systems for its replacement systems and for all new construction.

Set to open in 2015, the 132-room luxury resort, including 42 villas, will sensitively blend in with its surroundings with design elements that reflect the traditional kampong village.

The redesigned guest accommodations, public spaces and restaurants of Santa Marina reflects Starwood’s strategy to invest in the restoration of its most celebrated Luxury Collection hotels and resorts in Europe.

By Tim Millett: Satisfied or happy employees are not necessarily engaged. And engaged employees are the ones who work hardest, stay longest and perform best.