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Hospitality Net
19-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Jean-Marc Pougnet has been appointed General Manager at Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in Chiang Rai
Jean-Marc's promotion to General Manager at Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort marks his return to his first property with Minor Hotels and his first General Manager role. After moving to Chiang Rai, Thailand in 2013, Jean-Marc joined Anantara Golden Triangle in 2018 as Food & Beverage Manager and was later promoted to Director of Food & Beverage. He moved to Avani+ Khao Lak Resort in 2021 to set up its F&B department. For the past two years, Jean-Marc has served as Resort Manager at Avani+ Khao Lak Resort, leading the team of over 300 team members at the 327-key property. With over a decade of experience in various senior food and beverage and operational roles across three continents - Europe, Africa and Asia - Jean-Marc has a firm grasp of operational excellence and creating innovative guest experiences. A Mauritian national, Jean-Marc holds multiple degrees in International Hotel and Tourism Management from Ulster University in Northern Ireland and HTMi Hotel and Tourism Management Institute Switzerland.
Trade Arabia
09-03-2025
- Trade Arabia
Anantara Golden Triangle unveils Mekong Explorer Tent
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort has introduced The Mekong Explorer Tent, a luxurious stay in Northern Thailand. The two-bedroom luxury retreat is located just 4 km from the Golden Triangle, offering panoramic views of the verdant jungle, the Mekong River, and the 20 rescued elephants by the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation. The tent is designed with explorers in mind, featuring a mix of leather, wood, and Jim Thompson fabrics. Guests can enjoy tailored luxuries such as an Explorer's Arrival via traditional longtail boat, a Sky Bike adventure, full-board gourmet dining, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, a fully stocked minibar, and access to the Hall of Opium Museum. Each night's stay includes a choice of unforgettable activities, such as the Walking with Giants elephant experience, Spice Spoons cooking class with a local market visit, a 60-minute spa treatment, or a private yoga or Pilates session. The resort will also introduce the Mekong Explorer Suites, inspired by intrepid explorers of the Mekong River, which blend Thai Lanna elements with colonial influences. Each suite features a balcony with jungle views, a cantilevered Thai daybed, a rain shower, a terrazzo soaking tub, and locally sourced amenities. The Mekong Explorer Tent is part of the resort's array of unique luxury accommodations, including the Jungle Bubble and Jungle Bubble Lodge, which offer an unforgettable safari-style experience. Anantara Golden Triangle is renowned for its commitment to sustainable tourism and wildlife conservation, providing sanctuary for 20 rescued elephants through the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation. The resort also offers world-class amenities, including luxurious suites, fine dining inspired by the region's three countries, a rejuvenating spa, and a 30-meter infinity pool overlooking the elephant plains. The resort also offers a truly sustainable experience, with the complete elimination of single-use plastic and reliance on solar power. A stay in The Mekong Explorer Tent starts from $3,800++ per night.
