Cover Mr Sriram Kailasam, General Manager at Regent Phu Quoc
Mr Sriram Kailasam, General Manager at Regent Phu Quoc
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Mr Sriram Kailasam, General Manager at Regent Phu Quoc, shares personal insights into his workplace revealing unexpected and delightful details along the way.
With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Sriram Kailasam has held senior leadership roles at some of Asia’s most prestigious hotels and resorts. Now leading Regent Phu Quoc on the serene shores of Truong Beach, he ensures the entire property operates with precision and grace, where every detail, no matter how small, is thoughtfully considered. In this candid conversation, he shares his favourite corners, day-to-day rituals, and the subtle design elements that bring soul to this expansive 15-hectare sanctuary.
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Above Mr Sriram Kailasam, General Manager at Regent Phu Quoc
Mr Sriram Kailasam, General Manager at Regent Phu Quoc
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What are your five favourite areas around the workplace?
I’ll start with what I find the warmest and most inviting space in the resort:
[1] Regent Café – Our staff restaurant, where delicious and nourishing meals fuel us for the day as we move across the expansive grounds.
[2] Charming Deeps – A blown glass installation inspired by Phu Quoc’s marine life. Created by Lasvit, the esteemed Czech glass design studio, it captures the island’s underwater spirit beautifully.
[3] Fu Bar – The ideal spot to watch a mesmerising sunset, unwind in the infinity pool, and sip on a crafted cocktail while the music drifts around you.
[4] Rooftop Gym – If there were an award for the most scenic gym, we’d surely be a top contender (laughs).
[5] Serenity – Our private catamaran. There’s something magical about viewing the resort and its natural surroundings from the open sea.
Above Charming Deeps – a blown glass artwork inspired by Phu Quoc’s marine ecosystem, created by Lasvit, the world-renowned Czech glass design company
Above Serenity Cruise, a private catamaran for viewing the resort and its natural surroundings from the open sea
Charming Deeps – a blown glass artwork inspired by Phu Quoc’s marine ecosystem, created by Lasvit, the world-renowned Czech glass design company
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Above Fu Bar – the perfect place to take in the sunset, unwind in the infinity pool, and enjoy a cocktail with relaxing music
Fu Bar – the perfect place to take in the sunset, unwind in the infinity pool, and enjoy a cocktail with relaxing music
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What is your favourite morning coffee spot?
After breakfast, I enjoy a cappuccino by the Ocean Club pool, beneath the cool, dappled shade of coconut palms.
What do you usually do at the resort in your free time?
When I’m not travelling for work, my weekends typically begin with a rooftop gym session, followed by a coffee at the Regent Club and a peaceful walk along the beach or through the resort’s tree-lined paths. I also enjoy visiting the Gallery, which regularly features talented artists and their work.
Above Regent Club at Regent Phu Quoc features the property’s signature motif
Regent Club at Regent Phu Quoc features the property’s signature motif
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A small but meaningful detail in the resort’s design that guests often overlook?
Our signature motif appears throughout the resort—on wall panels, partitions, and subtly woven into towels and bed linen. It’s a discreet detail, but one that adds a unique touch.
If you could switch positions with any employee for a day, what job would you try?
I’d love to be a florist. Having once been a chef, I find floral arrangements just as creative and expressive. I’d happily join the team, if they’re willing to take on a slightly clumsy ex-chef!
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Above Artwork on display in an elegant setting at Regent Phu Quoc
Artwork on display in an elegant setting at Regent Phu Quoc
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If you could suggest one design detail to BLINK for Regent Phu Quoc, which detail would you choose?
Photography is one of the most beloved guest activities. Popular spots include the koi pond by the lobby, the spa and the Colonnade. I would suggest adding more benches in these areas, offering visitors a place to sit, pause, and enjoy the view.
If you could collaborate with a luxury sector at Regent Phu Quoc in the future, which would you choose?
With our soaring columns, lofty ceilings, sculpted gardens and refined art gallery, the resort provides an elegant setting. I think it would be a natural fit for luxury brands to host seasonal pop-up boutiques here.
Article adapted from the original feature in Tatler Vietnam, May 2025 issue
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