It was instructive to learn what the new Chinese ownership meant for ClubMed and the changes that had preceded that with the advent of Chinese tourists. Instead of later dinners from 7 pm, its now 6 pm. More resorts in China, new funds to upgrade and invest in technology - wifi, LED screens for performances - and Chinese General Officers. And of course everybody from the guards to the money changers can speak a few sentences of Mandarin. Phuket ClubMed did feel dated - a good idea 20 years ago, and now feeling its age. Apparently, Fosun was keen to retain the concept of GOs whereas the competing Italian bid has wanted to away with it.
The concept is compelling - a multinational team of staff rotated throughout to share experiences and to talk about other resorts. Making it compulsory (?) for staff to eat with guests is a masterstroke. One wonders what the new Chinese sorts look like.
The concept is compelling - a multinational team of staff rotated throughout to share experiences and to talk about other resorts. Making it compulsory (?) for staff to eat with guests is a masterstroke. One wonders what the new Chinese sorts look like.
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