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Coetzer Deysel General Manager of W Retreat – Koh Samui

April 21st, 2010

First W Retreat in Southeast Asia to Open Summer 2010

W Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Coetzer Deysel as general manager of W Retreat – Koh Samui.  The first W Retreat in Southeast Asia, W Retreat – Koh Samui is scheduled to open in summer 2010.  An all-villa beachfront resort set on the north shore of Thailand’s famed Samui island, W Retreat – Koh Samui brings an alluring new dimension of cutting-edge design, contemporary lifestyle and exhilarating experiences to Thailand.

“I’m honored to be entrusted with the management of this wonderful new property, and I’m especially excited about bringing the first W Retreat to Southeast Asia,” said Deysel. “Located on one of the most beautiful and fun islands imaginable, W Retreat – Koh Samui will immediately become one of the coolest, most exciting and fashionable destinations in the world, delivering a fully integrated contemporary lifestyle experience with the signature W twist.”

Deysel’s brings more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry to his new position, most recently serving as hotel manager of W Retreat & Spa – Maldives.  Deysel’s prior positions include managerships at Madikwe River Lodge in South Africa; Shibula Lodge & Bush Spa in South Africa; Exeter Game Lodges in South Africa, and Chapungu Tented Camp in South Africa.  A passionate advocate of conservation and wildlife, Deysel is an active member of the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA), which provides educational opportunities to promote the conservation and rehabilitation of the cultural and natural heritage of Southern Africa.

Capitalizing on Thailand’s long history of festivals and lunar ceremonies, W Koh Samui will be the destination where daytime is dedicated to individual moments and relaxation, while the night brings energy and celebration.  With its powdery golden sands and unspoiled waters, W’s location is a perfect sanctuary for local and global jetsetters alike, and the Retreat’s signature programming and service promise will bring a unique dimension to the everyday resort experience and a new way to escape.

W Retreat Koh Samui’s opening package, Retreat and Surrender, is now available for booking.  The Retreat and Surrender experience includes accommodation in one of W Retreat – Koh Samui’s 75 private villas equipped with modern lifestyle innovations; W’s Whatever/Whenever credit of THB2,500 per day for use in the Retreat’s restaurants, bars and spa; breakfast for two; roundtrip airport transfers and upgrade to the next room category.

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Highlighted Events:

Lamai Beach Party....Every Monday & Friday!
30 Jul 2010 04:00 PM
Past event!
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31 Jul 2010 05:00 PM
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HOT PROPERTY IN KOH SAMUI
The house is situated in Koh Samui's east coast, in Bophut, the islands largest district and is the centre of all major activities on the island. The nearest beach is just a 4 minute drive to Bophut beach in Fisherman's Village, 10 minute drive to Big Buddha beach.
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