Bangkok, Thailand, February 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / MUU Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce that Christian OH Zunk, an experienced hotel professional, has taken on the position of Group General Manager of MUU Hotels, a hotel company dedicated to creating a truly special and individual experience for its guests.

● Christian brings over 29 years of experience in the luxury hotel industry to MUU.

● His professional experience includes positions at the Four Seasons Hotel Group, Sofitel, Kempinski Hotels, Rocco Forte Hotels, the Shangri-La Hotel Group, Anantara Hotels and Resorts and the Akaryn Hotel Group.

● Christian has made it his mission to revive the romance of travel and to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests at MUU.

With his proven experience in the international luxury hotel industry, Christian brings a wealth of expertise to MUU. Coming from a family of hoteliers, Christian has worked for over 29 years in five-star luxury hotels in Asia, Germany, and the USA. This includes six years with the Four Seasons Group in New York, Berlin, and Hawaii; four years with Rocco Forte Hotels as a member of the senior pre-opening teams in Frankfurt and Munich; and seven years in management positions with Anantara Hotels and Resorts in Asia and the Middle East.

Christian, a graduate of a hotel management school, has a unique perspective on the industry thanks to his childhood and youth spent in hotels – his father was the general manager of several legendary European and international hotels. His personal experience has fueled his passion, and he wants to bring more romance back to travel, creating a personal and welcoming atmosphere where guests feel at home and can truly be themselves.

At MUU, our goal is to offer guests an unforgettable experience by attending to their needs and desires with the utmost care. Whether it's all-day breakfast or the opportunity to dine on a private terrace, MUU's philosophy is to make every stay a rewarding and enjoyable experience. We also place great importance on a positive and pleasant working environment for our staff, enabling them to give their best every day.

Christian and the MUU team look forward to sharing their unique approach to hospitality with guests and welcoming them to the MUU family.

Christian lives in Bangkok with his wife and two young children and explains his view on the topic of hospitality in the following questions and answers.

What inspires me? I am inspired every day by the opportunity to offer our guests excellent service and unique experiences, and to exceed their expectations whenever possible. At MUU, the guest always comes first, and we want to ensure they have an unforgettable and enjoyable stay.

How do your personal experiences help you in your work? My father was the general manager of several legendary luxury hotels, and I spent much of my childhood there. The hotel industry has always been my passion, and I want to offer guests and staff alike a personalized and enjoyable experience once again. While we need to keep pace with technology and offer convenient options like automated check-in, we mustn't lose sight of the importance of providing each guest with a personal, special, and unforgettable stay.

How does MUU manage to create this special experience? MUU places great importance on a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for both guests and staff. We encourage every team member to be authentic and enjoy their time at the hotel. A happy and highly motivated team is the foundation for an unforgettable experience for our guests. I am passionate about my work and want to inspire this enthusiasm in my team as well. At MUU, we believe that every person is valuable and deserves respect, regardless of VIP status. Our goal is to create an environment where our team feels comfortable and can share their joy and passion with our guests.

What is the MUU experience? MUU is a place where everyone can feel comfortable – whether guests enjoying their vacation or team members dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere. We want to create a home away from home where our guests feel completely at ease and comfortable.

What sets MUU apart from other hotels? At MUU, our hospitality concept is guided by four pillars. First, we strive to continually delight our guests by constantly evolving and offering them new experiences with every visit. Second, we want to bring our guests closer to the surrounding area and provide them with authentic, local experiences. Third, our guests' satisfaction is our top priority. And finally, at MUU, we believe in natural and organic luxury with a strong focus on quality and sustainability.

What has influenced you the most? As the son of a hotel manager, I grew up in the hotel industry, so I've always been fascinated by the world of hospitality. Even at a young age, I had the opportunity to experience daily hotel life, ride along on the chambermaids' trolleys, and dress up in smart clothes for restaurant visits.

Instead of starting directly in a management position, I opted for a complete career start. I completed my training at the renowned Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten in Hamburg, where I worked in all departments and learned what it takes to run a successful hotel. Today, as a hotel director, I know that the most demanding tasks in a hotel are often performed by employees in direct customer contact, such as housekeepers and porters. My appreciation for these professions and the people who perform them enables me to be an effective leader today.

How does MUU position Bangkok as a travel destination? What makes MUU a unique Bangkok experience? Bangkok is a dynamic city, and our home district, Thong Lo, is particularly vibrant. At MUU, we want to make Bangkok a welcoming and comfortable travel destination for our guests.

We want to show you our Bangkok, our Thong Lo. We create a relaxed and informal atmosphere where our guests can feel authentic and individual, not like part of a mass event. We are convinced that our personal touch and warm welcome will make your visit to Bangkok a unique and unforgettable experience. The experiences we create for you are available exclusively through MUU.