What is your full name and age?
Goetz Bauer, 43 years
What is your current Job Position?
General Manager of Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa
How long have you lived in Hua Hin or been coming to Hua Hin?
I started my new assignment as a General Manger of Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa in September 2015 and moved here in November 2015. I have been living here for nearly 5 months.
What did you know about Hua Hin before you moved here?
Hua Hin is a nice seaside city and it became famous through the king’s summer residents. By now, Hua Hin is very popular for people living in BKK for a weekend retreat.
What do you like most about your profession?
Every day is different, not one day equals the other. On a daily basis, we create wonderful memorable experiences and build emotional connections. For me it has always been one of the nicest parts of the job in the hotel industry to work with my associates and for our guests. One of my biggest passions is to help growing local talents and help them in their future career.
What do you like least about your profession?
I love my job but especially for the family it is not always easy to move after few years to the next destination. The finding of building a new social environment is not always easy.
What do you like most about Hua Hin?
Hua Hin is due to its size and short distances, very accessible. This city makes it easy for new comers finding their way round. My family has already met a lot of nice people who welcomed us to this peaceful city. On the weather aspect, so far we have seen very little rain which we really like.
What is your favorite restaurant and why? (please don’t promote your own restaurants)
Hua Hin has a good variety of nice restaurants and I have to admit, I have not had the time to try all. Café Mekong has been one of my favorites and I also enjoy Pizza at Pizza Garden which is very nice and authentic.
What do you like to do in your free time and why?
I like doing some sport; I love dining-out and spend time with my kids. Once the opening phase is over, I really want to learn kite surfing in Hua Hin.
What would you recommend to new-comers to do in Hua Hin and why?
I like the Hua Hin Vineyard – for European that is something I miss from home. The combination of an elephant ride and vineyard is quite impressive.
Tell us a surprising fact that the public might not know about you?
I was once in charge for the accommodation of the NOK (National Olympic Committee) while I was working for the Leipzig Marriott Hotel as Director of Rooms. Due to our support, the city of Leipzig was able to win the German wide competition and became official applicant for the Olympic Games 2012. During my time at this property, we hosted VVIPs like Kofi Annan and organized catering for over 5,000 people.
What is the most outlandish thing you have ever done and why?
Once I had the opportunity to fly a helicopter (birthday gift from my wife) – to fly myself, was one of the most amazing experiences in my life.