Released on = May 1, 2007, 11:51 pm

Press Release Author = Aticha Pasaprates/Plaza Athenee Bangkok, A Royal Meridien
Hotel

Industry = Consumer Services

Press Release Summary = The Plaza Athenee Bangkok, A Royal Meridien Hotel is please
to announce the appointment of Patrick Schaub as Hotel Manager.

Press Release Body = The Plaza Athenee Bangkok, A Royal Meridien Hotel is please to
announce the appointment of Patrick Schaub as Hotel Manager. Mr. Schaub was formerly
the Executive Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage and played an instrumental role
in driving and developing the hotel into one of the best city hotels in Thailand. In
his new capacity, Mr. Schaub is ultimately responsible for directing, coordinating
and overseeing all the operational and strategic activities in the hotel. Holding a
MBA certification from Leicester University U.K. and Bachelor Degree in
International Hospitality Management from Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne, Lausanne
Switzerland combined with over 10-years operating experience, he brings a wealth of
knowledge, business acumen and skill to his new position.

Speaking about his new role, Patrick said:

"Part of my new role will be assisting in the integration of the new meeting space
and ballroom project . an exiting new challenge that will provide the hotel
operations with more flexibility and revenue. The role will require a focused
approach to consistently execute with dedication, passion and drive."


Plaza Athénée Bangkok, A Royal Méridien Hotel is located in the heart of Bangkok on
Wireless Road, about 30 minutes from the recently opened Suvarnabhumi Airport and
only 3 minutes walk from Ploenchit BTS Station, connecting you to all the shopping
hotspots. In addition to the superb Spa Athenee, featuring traditional Thai
amenities, there is also a fully equipped gymnasium, squash courts and a
breathtaking outdoor pool surrounded by stately gardens available for you to
continue you on your path to well being.

Enjoying the world of Le Méridien - special and memorable experiences around the globe.

Discover more simply e-mail reservation.bangkok@lemeridien.com , call the hotel
directly +66 (0) 2650 8800 or visit www.lemeridien.com/bangkok

Notes to Editors:
Le Méridien
Le Méridien brand, currently represented by more than 120 properties in 52
countries, was acquired by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in November 2005.
With close to 70 percent of its properties located in Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa
and the Middle East, Le Méridien provides a strong international complement to
Starwood's primarily North American holdings. Plans call for dynamic expansion of
Le Méridien-branded hotels within the next five years, concentrating in the U.S.,
Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, including destinations such as India, Thailand and
China.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure
companies in the world with approximately 850 properties in more than 95 countries
and 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood® Hotels is a
fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels and resorts with the
following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®,
Sheraton®, Westin®, Four Points® by Sheraton, W®, Le Méridien® and the recently
announced AloftSM and ElementSM Hotels. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation
Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality
vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit
www.starwoodhotels.com


Web Site = http://www.lemeridien.com/bangkok

Contact Details = Contact: Aticha Pasaprates
Position: Marketing Communications Manager
Tel: ++66 (0) 2650 8800 Ext. 6240
Fax: +66 (0) 2650 8628
Email: aticha.pasaprates@lemeridien.com