GHM returns to Thailand with The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang

GHM returns to Thailand with The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang
GHM returns to Thailand with The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang
GHM returns to Thailand with The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang

Aquarius International Development (AQI) embarks on a major expansion across Southeast Asia, as it unveils its first project, Aquarius Residences & Resort, Koh Chang, a collection of luxury pool villas and condominium residences along with a 200-key luxury resort, The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang.

It will be managed by General Hotel Management Ltd (GHM) and will also house an all-day restaurant, a cliff-edge restaurant, rooftop bar, spa, infinity pool with pool bar, and conference facilities, overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. Guests and residents will be offered private boat transfers to AQ Privilege Beach Club & Residences, Koh Man Nai, a private island destination featuring four Presidential Suite Villas, a private marina, beach club, infinity pool and water sports.

Tommy Lai, chief executive officer of General Hotel Management Ltd said, “For some time now, we’ve been on the lookout for exactly the right blend of attributes; the right setting, the right partner and the right ambition so that we might touch down again in Thailand with the Chedi brand. With Aquarius International Hospitality Development Ltd, we’ve found all of this and more.”

These projects are set to elevate the tourism profile of Koh Chang, which is blessed with breath-taking, natural beauty, white sands and warm, shallow seas. The island is connected to Bangkok by road and sea, or via direct domestic flights to Trat Airport, and will benefit from a new high-speed railway line along Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor, which is being extended to Trat in 2023.

AQI is further helping its high-end clientele explore Southeast Asia’s tropical seas with AQ Ventures, a luxury yacht business. Based in Koh Chang and Phuket, the operator will provide a full range of professional services, including yacht chartering, sales and management. It will also help clients transform their lives by purchasing their own yacht with expert advice, and then provide full management assistance to let customers maximise the value of their asset.

The development is scheduled to open in three phases from 2022. Sales are now open for the 23 Pool Villa Residences, which comprise seven One-Bedroom Ocean Cliff Pool Villas (223 sqm, starting from THB 43 MB), five One-Bedroom Ocean Duplex Pool Villas (293 sqm, starting from THB 41 MB), eight Two-Bedroom Ocean Cliff Pool Villas (448 to 485 sqm, starting from THB 58 MB), and three stunning Three-Bedroom Ocean Cliff Pool Villas (861 sqm, starting from THB 100 MB).

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AQI makes most of Koh Chang’s nature with resort

AQI makes most of Koh Changs nature with resort
Aquarius Residences and Resort Koh Chang, AQIs flagship project, is scheduled to open in three phases starting in 2022.
Aquarius Residences and Resort Koh Chang, AQI’s flagship project, is scheduled to open in three phases starting in 2022.

Aquarius International Development (AQI) has introduced a flagship project under Aquarius Residences and Resort Koh Chang consisting of a hotel and two residences scheduled for completion by 2022.

Edward Chi, managing director at AQI, a Bangkok-based hospitality and real estate development firm and consultancy, said Koh Chang might attract less foreign and local travellers compared with other popular destinations, but there the project presents an investment opportunity nonetheless.

The island’s strengths are its peaceful environment and plentiful natural resources, similar to Phuket and Koh Samui 20 years ago, as a national park covers 83% of the land.

The AQI was established in Thailand in 2017 and is fully owned by Norcal Venture Capital Group, a private fund management company from Hong Kong.

The ownership proportion between the group and Thai private partners depends on different projects, such as 49:51 for residential projects.
Aquarius Residences and Resort Koh Chang is part of AQI’s total investment worth US$250 million in Thailand. It is located in Bang Bao subdistrict.

The project consists of 23 pool villa residences, 99 units of condo residences and 10 retail shops with a combined area of 29.4 rai.

The group opened its sales gallery for the pool villa and condo residences yesterday. Construction is set for completion in the last quarters of 2022 and 2023, respectively for the projects.

The second development is Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang, a 200-room luxury resort managed by General Hotel Management (GHM) in Singapore on 58.6 rai. This resort is set to open in the last quarter of 2023.

Mr Chi said GHM is considered a unique hotel brand because it has not expanded to the mass market.

There is also 57 rai available for private residences in the future.

“Even though there are potential partners in other areas such as Phuket and Chiang Mai, it is not the right time to expand the business to other places.” Mr Chi said. “We will focus on the project in Koh Chang first.”

Apart from the residential and hotel development projects, Aquarius Group is planning various types of products for launch next year, including AQ Ventures, a luxury yacht business in Koh Chang and Phuket.

AQ Food and Beverage, a high-end restaurant and catering business, aims to introduce AQ Gourmet and Dine stores in Bangkok by the first quarter next year.

The group also provides a lifestyle platform called AQBooking.com that offers customised tours.
He said the online travel platform was initially set to launch in Thailand, the first site in Asia-Pacific, during this quarter, but the plan was delayed to the first quarter next year due to the outbreak.

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Aquarius International bullish on Thailand as it prepares to rollout USD 250 million of travel and hospitality investments across Southeast Asia

Pioneering investment company embarks on expansion plan, including a luxury resort and residences, private island beach club, F&B services, yacht charter operations and online travel booking community

Koh Man Nai. Aquarius International has chosen Thailand’s Green Island of Koh Chang, where 83% of the island is national park, for hotel and real estate investments

14 September 2020

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Pioneering travel and hospitality firm, Aquarius International Development (AQI), is embarking on a major expansion across Southeast Asia, as it creates an eco-system that delivers bespoke ways to book, stay, dine and unwind in style across the region.

Owned by Norcal Venture Capital Group Limited (NVC), AQI will begin the rollout of an eye-catching five-year plan in Q4 2020 that encompasses luxury resorts, residences, yacht charters, premium gourmet and dining stores and bespoke online travel booking and membership services with an estimated value of USD250 million.

“We firmly believe in the long-term vitality of the Asian travel and tourism industry, especially at the top-end, and at the heart of this prosperity is Thailand, which benefits from excellent accessibility, global visitor appeal and incredible natural assets,” said Nixon Chung, Chief Operations Officer of AQI.
“Our holistic approach to hospitality will allow customers to experience everything this captivating country has to offer, with a series of diverse yet interconnected investments that work together in harmony to create bespoke, seamlessly integrated luxury travel experiences. We look forward to introducing a new era of upmarket travel to customers all across Southeast Asia in the coming years.”

Aquarius Residences, deeply immersed in its natural surroundings, will open in three phases from 2022

AQI will unveil its first two projects this year: Aquarius Residences & Resort, Koh Chang, an exclusive cliff top eco-sensitive retreat, and AQ Privilege Beach Club & Residences, Koh Man Nai, a private island located on Koh Chang’s west coast.

Currently under construction on the southern tip of Koh Chang, in eastern Thailand’s Trat province, Aquarius Residences will comprise a collection of 23 large and luxurious pool villas and 99 low-rise condominiums including 12 penthouse units with private rooftop garden. The residence is scheduled to open in three phases from 2022. Guests and residents will have exclusive access to Koh Man Nai, an idyllic nearby islet where AQ Privilege Beach Club & Residences is located.

The two projects are set to elevate the tourism profile of Koh Chang, which is blessed with breath-taking natural beauty, white sands and warm, shallow seas. The island is connected to Bangkok by road and sea, or via direct domestic flights to Trat Airport and will benefit from a new high-speed railway line along Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor, which is being extended to Trat in 2023.

Aquarius Residences & Resort is located at the southern tip of Koh Chang, with sunset views from its soaring cliff top location

AQI is further helping its high-end clientele explore Southeast Asia’s tropical seas with AQ Ventures, a luxury yacht business. Based in Koh Chang and Phuket, the operator will provide a full range of professional services, including yacht chartering, sales and management. It will also help clients transform their lives by purchasing their own yacht with expert advice, and then provide full management assistance to let customers maximise the value of their asset.

The group’s 360-degree hospitality portfolio is completed by AQ Food & Beverage, a high-end restaurant and catering business comprising hotel F&B operations, premium gourmet stores, restaurants and food delivery. Following a successful partnership in Japan, the group plans to launch flagship AQ Gourmet & Dine Stores in Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City in Q4 2020 and Q1 2021 respectively.

Weaving together all of these individual elements is AQBooking.com, AQI’s elite travel club for savvy globetrotters. This vibrant lifestyle community enables global travellers to explore a privileged world of premium tourism products, all available at the touch of a button and supported by concierge services. To learn more about AQI or any of its investments and ventures, please visit www.norcal-asia.com.

Aquarius International celebrates groundbreaking of Aquarius Residences and Resort – Koh Chang

10 June 2019

KOH CHANG, THAILAND – Aquarius International Hospitality Development Limited holds the groundbreaking ceremony of Aquarius Residences and Resort – Koh Chang on June 10th, 2019. The event was grace with the presence of  the Government Officials of Trat and Koh Chang, VIP guests and partners across Asia- Pacific. The success of the event was headed by Mr. Edward Chi, Managing Director of Aquarius International Hospitality Development Limited alongside the team of experts.

About Aquarius International Hospitality Development

Aquarius International Hospitality Development is an international hospitality and real estate development and consultancy company based in Bangkok, Thailand. Led by a team of highly-qualified and respected experts, Aquarius provides professional services to individuals and businesses seeking to invest in the hospitality industry in South East Asia. From the initial development all the way through to the branding, management and operations, we can transform your vision into reality and drive strong returns on your investment.

For more information, please visit www.norcal-asia.com.

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