Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has officially appointed Stuart De San Nicolas as its new general manager. With an extensive background in ultra-luxury hospitality, De San Nicolas is expected to bring innovative operational strategies and tailor-made guest experiences to this picturesque destination in Thailand.

Vision for Anantara

De San Nicolas expressed his excitement for the position, stating:

“Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas presents such an exciting opportunity for a hotelier, with an unrivaled setting on one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands… I look forward to joining the team and creating unforgettable journeys for our guests.”

His leadership is anticipated to enhance the resort’s reputation globally. According to Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor International:

“Stuart has an innate ability to see luxury through both the guest’s eyes and the brand’s lens…”

Having begun his career surrounded by luxury, thanks to his upbringing as the son of Spanish diplomats, Stuart’s journey in hospitality has seen him excel at premier brands like St. Regis and Conrad. With his academic foundation in France, he now aims to redefine standards at Anantara.