Bangkok, Oriental: The Great Wachtveitl PERSONALITIES

Bangkok, Oriental: The Great Wachtveitl

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He has set new standards in hospitality industry, he can be referred to as the most successful hotelier in the world. Now he retires. We wish him a great time with his family. At the same time we say welcome to Jan Goessing, the designated GM of The Oriental.

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Sacher Exhibition Budapest HOTELS

Sacher Exhibition Budapest

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The first hotel exhibition of the century takes us to Budapest. Here the Museum of Trade and Hospitality presents its 2009 spring/summer show SACHER.

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