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Innovative New Service Touch from X2 Resorts

X2 Resorts Thailand, the design hotel brand of Astudo Hotel and Resort Management, proudly announces the launch of an innovative new guest service implementation at their resorts in Kui Buri (Hua Hin) and Koh Samui.

X2 Samui resort manager J. Paul Snow observed that “often guests forgot to print out their itinerary, or hadn’t kept a record of the resort contact details before travelling, resulting in a sometimes frustrating situation of being lost, delayed or one of many other troubles associated with travel”. This is increasing an issue as people travel to dream destination - somewhere they never been, and often remote. To make life easier for guests, X2 has implemented a pre-departure SMS providing last minute travel information.

There is no worse way to start a vacation then a stressful journey. According to company CEO Anthony McDonald, “This extra service is not only a personal welcome, but also indicates that your booking is 100% secured and in case of a delay or an emergency - something we hope you will never run into of course - it will give guests seamless communication directly with the resort and people who can assist them immediately”.

Astudos’ new initiative provides an SMS to guests twenty four hours before the guest arrives at the Resort providing them a booking confirmation, hotel contact details, the resort managers mobile phone number, and of course wishing them a pleasant and safe journey.

McDonald added that as a design hotel “X2 Resorts was always looking to do things a little bit different, in a way that is simple but truly appreciated by guests, and this new SMS service is just a small sample of such a difference”

For media enquiries please contact:
Supinya Santatiloggul (Ms.)
Assistant PR & Events Manager
Email: supinya@astudo.com
Phone: +66 2696 8239

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X2 Samui Offers Freedom Package and Spirit Package

X2 Samui is the latest in a series of new developments of the stunning X2 Resort properties situated on 5-acres of pristine beachfront on the south-eastern coast of Samui island. The resort encompasses 27 casually elegant beachfront villas, managed by Astudo Hotel & Resort Management, offers choice of designer villa in 2 packages for enjoying your holiday.

The “X2 Freedom package” offers two night’s stay including daily breakfasts, one lunch and one dinner, one choice of body massage at X2 spa. Prices start at Baht 14,300 net per room from 1 Nov 08 - 19 Dec 08 and starts at Baht 18,600 net per room from 7 Jan 09 - 30 Apr 09.

The “X2 Spirit Package” offers three night’s stay including daily breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners, one bottle of wine, one choice of body treatment at X2 Spa and choice of a cooking class or a cocktail class. Prices start at Baht 24,700 net per room from 1 Nov 08 - 19 Dec 08 and starts at Baht 29,900 net per room from 7 Jan 09 - 30 Apr 09.

Furthermore in this incredible deal, package offers a FREE daily shuttle service to Chaweng Beach, FREE use of kayaks and mountain bikes and FREE use of WIFI internet throughout the whole resort. And last but not least, if the availability is there, early check-in and late check-out will not be charged too!

This offer is applicable on designer villa of your choice. The rates are inclusive of 10% service charge and applicable 7% government tax. For more information please contact +66 2696 8239 or reservations.samui@X2resorts.com

For media enquiries please contact:
Supinya Santatiloggul (Ms.)
Assistant PR & Events Manager
Email: pr@astudo.com
Phone: +66 2696 8239

For more information, visit www.X2resorts.com

X2 Resort Samui Becomes Member of Design Hotels

October 2008, Koh Samui, Thailand – X2 Samui, a recently opened design hotel and resort on Koh Samui, today announced its membership with Design Hotels, the German-based marketing and sales company for independent luxury design hotels.

“X2 Samui is honoured to be a member of Design Hotels with its strategy to only accept the best and the most compatible properties into their collection. With X2 Resort Kui Buri opened in December 2007 and more X2 Design hotels and resorts in the planning in Bangkok, Phuket and Krabi for next year, we will definitely expand our relationship with Design Hotels in the near future,” said Anthony McDonald, Chief Executive Officer of X2 Resorts.

“We are excited to be part of Design Hotels, certainly because of the fact that X2 Resorts is Thailand’s first chain of Design Hotels. Furthermore, in next year’s agenda, we will introduce X2 Residences for sale in X2 Kui Buri and X2 Samui”, said Klaus R. Rauter, Group General Manager of X2 Resorts.

X2 Samui, opened in June 2008, is the latest in a series of new developments of the stunning X2 Resort properties situated on 5-acres of pristine beachfront on the south-eastern coast of Samui island. The resort encompasses 27 casually elegant beachfront villas decorated by famed architect and designer Be Gray Company Limited.

About X2 Resorts
X2 Resorts, managed by Astudo Hotel & Resort Management, offer casually designed accommodations and state-of-the-art facilities. X2 Resorts collection includes X2 Kui Buri and X2 Samui. Other X2 Resorts scheduled to open in mid 2010 are at Koh Kood (Kood Island), in the Trat Province and Koh Tan (Coral Island), located south-west from Samui in the Suratthani province. Astudo Hotel & Resort Management currently manages and operates X2 Resorts www.X2resorts.com, Away Resorts www.awayresorts.com and Le Bayburi www.lebayburi.com.

For media enquiries please contact:
Piangporn Chaiphet (Ms.)
PR & Events Manager
Email: pr@X2resorts.com
Tel: +66 2696 8239

Jonathan Paul Snow appointed as Resort Manager

Astudo Hotel & Resort Management announces the appointment of Jonathan Paul Snow as Resort Manager. Jonathan, a New Zealand national, will oversee the entire operation of X2 Samui, including food and beverage, rooms operations, engineering, human resources and spa to orchestrate and maintain X2 design service and operational standards and to promote unity and teamwork amongst all areas.

With over 20 years experience in the field of hospitality, Jonathan has held a myriad of executive positions in major international hotels and resorts in New Zealand, Australia, Dubai, South Korea and Japan including Hyatt International, The Landmark Bangkok and Six Senses Resorts and Spas. Prior to his present appointment at X2 Samui, he worked as the Resort Manager at Six Senses Hideaway Hua Hin.

Klaus R. Rauter, Group General Manager of Astudo Hotel & Resort Management commented "We are truly delighted to have Jonathan as part of our executive management team. With his talent and passion for the industry, the X2 Resorts brand will continue to develop and achieve success in its relative sectors."

Opened in June 2008 on the southeast coast of Samui Island, X2 Samui encompasses 27 casually elegant beachfront villas decorated by famed architect and designer Be Gray. The resort is situated on 5-acres of pristine beachfront land in Hua Thanon village, south of Lamai beach, overlooking the Gulf of Thailand and only 30 minutes drive from Samui Airport.

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Samui Scenery Video - Hin Ta Hin Yai

Hin Ta Hin Yai, respectively meaning Grandfather Rock and Grandmother Rock are probably the most photographed natural wonders of Koh Samui. Naturally shaped by the elements of water and wind, both rocks resemble the male and female genitalia. Without a doubt your holiday photos will bring up some interesting conversations back home amongst your friends and family.The myth tells that a local old couple got shipwrecked in the bay where both their bodies washed ashore and created these uniquely shaped rocks.

Located just a few kilometers north of X2 Resort Samui, the stones are one of the most famous tourist attractions on the island and during the weekend a popular place for the Thai locals to visit and relax.

There are plenty of nice little souvenir and gift shops, especially if you look for original hand crafted products made of Samui's coconut palm wood. Another typical Samui product you will find here is garamear, a coconut candy which consist of coconut, palm sugar and sticky rice.

And if you are not ready to leave yet, have a drink and some food in one of the small stalls, sit back and simply enjoy the tranquil scenery with a great ocean view.

New photo gallery of X2 Samui

Click here to watch the latest photo gallery of X2 Samui.

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Thailand - X2 Samui officially opens its doors

Koh Samui, Thailand – June 2008 – After successfully opening X2 Kui Buri in 2007, X2 Resorts (pronounced “Cross To”), Thailand’s first chain of designer resorts, is ready to unveil the latest X2 Resort at Koh Samui on the 15th June 2008.

Koh Samui Island, the 3rd largest island and one of the most famous beach destinations in Thailand, is becoming increasingly popular for luxurious resorts.

The management team and owner; Astudo Hotel & Resort Management; is holding hands with LIFESTYLEHOTELS to deliver a unique experience of “luxury by design”.

Located on the tranquil Beach of Hua Thanon (South of Lamai) on the south-east coast of Koh Samui, X2 Resort overlooks the Gulf of Thailand with 100 meters of private beachfront where 50 year-old trees provide a true X2 atmosphere……designed to satisfy the spirit.

The resort occupies 5 acres (12 Rais / 20,235 sqm) of land embracing 27 unique designer villas:
- 1 Owner’s Villa
- 1 Suite Pool Villa
- 21 Pool Villas
- 4 Garden Bungalows

The villas range from 110 to 225 sqm with pools of approximately 30 sqm.

Each designer styled private villa features a spacious private terrace, a garden patio, entertainment including a home theatre/ DVD/ LCD with satellite TV, a movie and music library, a selection of magazines and of course free high speed WiFi internet access throughout the resort.

X2 Samui is also equipped with its popular X2 Spa and an impressive outdoor massage pavilion to deliver a combination of traditional massages and spa treatments.

As well as in every other X2 Resort, the well known 4K restaurant and bar (pronounced “fork”) which provides a ‘mix & match’ of eastern and western dishes and the best of fusion, will ensure that every single guest never gets bored. Local products in season and organic ingredients do dominate the menu.

According to Astudo CEO and co-owner Anthony McDonald X2 Samui is truly a totally unique resort. “It is the kind of resort that guests do not want to leave. The service is of course 5-star and the private villas are a sublime relaxing oasis. The peaceful and spacious atmosphere of the resort provides a feeling akin to a 21st century temple experience alike”.

For reservations please telephone +66 2696 8239 or email reservations.samui@X2resorts.com.

For media enquiries please contact:
Piangporn Chaiphet (Ms.)
PR & Events Manager
Phone: +66 2696 8239
E-mail: pr@astudo.com

Astudo Hotel & Resort Management Announces the Appointment of Jirattikran Duangdow as Resort Manager

Astudo Hotel & Resort Management, one of Asia’s leading hotel developers and operators, announces the appointment of Jirattikran Duangdow as Resort Manager. Jirattikran, a Thai national, will oversee the entire operation of X2 Samui, including food and beverage, rooms operations, engineering, human resources and spa; to orchestrate and maintain X2 design service and operational standards and to promote unity and teamwork amongst all areas.

Throughout her career, Jirattikran has held a myriad of executive positions in many luxury hotels and resorts in Thailand including Evason Phuket Resort & Spa, Novotel Phuket Resort, Sheraton Grande Laguna Beach Resort and Ambassador City Jomtien Pattaya. Prior to her present appointment at X2 Samui, she worked as the Resident Manager at Arayaburi Samui Boutique Resort.

Klaus R. Rauter, Group General Manager of Astudo Hotel & Resort Management commented "We are truly delighted to have Jirattikran as part of our executive management team. With her talent and passion for the industry, the X2 Resorts brand will continue to develop and achieve success in its relative sectors."

Scheduled to open in June 2008 on the southeast coast of Samui Island, X2 Samui encompasses 27 casually elegant beachfront villas decorated by famed architect and designer Be Gray. The resort is situated on 5-acres of pristine beachfront land in Hua Thanon village, overlooking The Gulf of Thailand and only 30 minute drive from Samui Airport.