Phuket, Thailand, August 2018 – Experience the very best of Asia’s first integrated resort with Angsana Laguna Phuket’s all-in Meet For More package that provides the ultimate meetings and events experience for incentive and business travelers. Delegates will enjoy a complimentary buffet set dinner, dining discounts across all five resort restaurants, complimentary room upgrades, full day meeting room usage and roundtrip airport transfers for every delegate.

Groups that book from now until 31 October 2018 will be entitled to five complimentary room upgrades to Laguna Premier and/or Angsana One Bedroom Loft, as well as complimentary early check-in for VIPs and extended check-out time till 3pm for up to five rooms.

Delegates will feel appreciated with our Meet For More package’s thoughtful little touches. A welcome amenity will be provided to every delegate upon arrival at their room, along with complimentary WiFi access and exclusive laundry and room drop services. Of course, no successful incentive trip and business event is completed without delicious cuisine and to that end, MICE groups who stay at Angsana Laguna will receive 15% discount off food prices at all hotel-operated restaurants, and a one-time set dinner or buffet dinner that includes regular soft drinks, coffee and tea. These benefits are enhanced with other essential incentive and business event elements, comprising the complimentary boardroom for use as secretariat room with laser printer and an extra of a function room for set up and rehearsal one day prior to the event.

Finally, to sweeten the deal, the Meet For More package also includes

• a complimentary team-bonding exercise to create comradery among delegate group members.
• a CSR activity to help build team morale and create more meaningful connections.
• a drinking water will not be served in plastic bottled as well as the usage of plastic straws for drinks.

Those looking to host unforgettable incentive meetings and events will find much to love about Angsana Laguna Phuket thanks to a stunning beachfront location, and impressive range of both indoor and outdoor facilities and amenities. A total of 10 meeting rooms can cater small to large groups, from 30 to 120 guests, while a 358-square-metre ballroom holds up to 400 guests, theatre style. For a unique event space, XANA Beach Club is an outstanding outdoor location for large dinner events. The 40-metre beachfront area can accommodate up to 4000 guests, offering spectacular sunset views of the Andaman Sea. This chic venue offers MICE planners live entertainment, electrifying music and a mouth-watering spread of Thai and European dishes. Moreover, the resort’s strategic location only 20 minutes from the Phuket International Airport makes the trip convenient and hassle-free.

Recently accredited with the full official Thailand MICE Venue Standard (TMVS) by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), Angsana Laguna Phuket has continuously maintained an excellent standard for its meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions areas. As one of the top resorts for MICE events in Phuket, MICE planners can rest assured that the hotel team is fully qualified to handle all meeting and event requirements. The skilful and efficient resort team with boast three major MICE certifications including CMP (Certified Meeting Professional), CEM (Certified Exhibition Management) and the recent CIS (Certified Incentive Specialist) awarded to Watcharapong Saikaew (CMP & CIS), Director of Sales – MICE & Events, Pichamon Seubsak (CIS), Assistant Director of Sales – MICE & Events and Punnawit Chaiudom (CEM), Sales Manager – MICE & Events. This made Angsana Laguna Phuket the only venue in Thailand that possesses 3 major MICE industry certifications in one.

More information and benefits available at mice-lagunaphuket@angsana.com or +66 76 358 500.

Phuket, Thailand, May 2018 — Angsana Laguna Phuket presents a new service for Chinese hotel guests by accepting payment via the Chinese platforms Alipay and WeChat Pay – mobile wallet systems. Alipay is a world-leading third party digital payment and lifestyle platform operated by Ant Financial Services Group. Wechat Pay is an offshoot of the biggest Chinese social network, Wechat. It has over 450 million active users in China and beyond and a pioneer in the now-ubiquitous mobile payments market.

Popular with Chinese travellers, Angsana Laguna Phuket seeks to cater to their needs and serve guests with effective and seamless mobile payment systems via Alipay and WeChat Pay utilised by over 620 million Chinese users.

“With the integration of Alipay and WeChat pay into our payment systems, we ensure a pleasant guest experience with ‘one click’ from check-in to settling the bill. With Alipay we offer Chinese travellers the payment service that they are used to. While, Alipay is the most convenient option as it is cashless and worry-free” said Michael Yang, Front Office Manager and Chinese National. Alipay is China’s leading online payment provider and the primary means of online and mobile payments for Chinese consumers allowing its users to pay for products and services by scanning QR codes on their smartphones or tablets. Its presence is ubiquitous in Chinese cities, where mobile payments are a way of life.

“Angsana Laguna Phuket is delighted to bring this service of convenience to our guests as well as provide Chinese-speaking associates to ensure a memorable stay experience. We are seeing an increase in individual leisure travelers at the resort so are pleased to provide convenient and familiar services and payment facilities to ensure total satisfaction. At Angsana Laguna Phuket, guests can enjoy the best in sun, sand and sea within a minute walk to Bangtao west-facing sunset beach plus onsite facilities including Angsana Spa and retail Gallery and seven restaurants and bar. For family travellers, Tree House Kids Club is a fun and safe place, children cared by certified- staff. We are a destination resort that is always ready to make our guests to feel at home” said Michal Zitek, Area General Manager.

Phuket, Thailand, May 2018 — Angsana Laguna Phuket is delighted to announce the arrival of Executive Chef Jose Borja to the beachfront resort. Chef Jose brings 25 years of his global knowledge and culinary experience to Angsana Laguna Phuket.

As Executive Chef, Jose oversees the resort’s seven dining venues, including signature Italian restaurant Bodega & Grill , Loy Krathong Bar known for its afternoon tea and live band, Thai seafood restaurant Baan Talay, XANA Beach Club – a premium day and night beach club, Market Place Restaurant and Poolside Restaurant. Chef Jose also oversees the resort’s In-Villa dining and banquets, catering events ranging in size from small meetings to large weddings of more than 1,000 people.

Originally from Spain, Jose joined the dining industry in 1982. He has held previous positions in luxury hotels including JW Marriot in Dubai and Kuwait, Courtyard in Middle East and Renaissance in Mumbai India and Bangkok.

During his time in Bangkok, he had the privilege of cooking for the Royal Family of Thailand and was awarded Renaissance Hotels Chef of the Year in 2013.
“I am excited to bring new culinary experiences to share among our guests and build a strong team to deliver these experiences 100%.” says Chef Jose.

Angsana Laguna Phuket invites guests to enjoy his culinary creations along with its signature hospitality and stunning location beside a tranquil lagoon and world-class 18-hole golf course. Stay tuned for some exciting food and wine pairing events and themed buffets this year!

More information about Angsana Laguna Phuket and reservations are available at https://www.angsana.com/en/thailand/laguna-phuket or +66 358 500.