Introducing your partners in welcoming explorers to Asia! This is the team that puts heart and a personal touch behind every solution that we provide our guests, making sure that your experiences are bespoke, authentic, and truly memorable.
Gonpo is a Swiss citizen. He graduated from the University of St. Gallen and did a postgraduate MBA from Business School IMD Lausanne. He has in-depth global experiences in IT, Marketing, Finance, M&A, and managing large projects. He was on the Executive Board of DKSH for over a decade. Also, he has served as Vice Chairman of Orell Füssli, Chairman of Maurice Lacroix, and board member of Bovet. He sits on the board of deep-tech companies such as Cysec, SafeHouse Technologies, Anapaya, and Dizmo, among others.
Gonpo has repeatedly identified promising tech start-ups and accelerated their internationalisation for foreign markets. Today, he is a significant private equity investor in Europe and Asia and guides DTH toward achieving its business objectives profitably and sustainably.
Co-owner and Chairman
Thomas is a citizen of Thailand, Switzerland and Italy. He studied law and economics in Zurich and Berne that exposed him to a comprehensive range of legal concepts and principles. The knowledge and skills acquired were valuable in various professional settings in his career.
He also had a wide range of jobs as baker, barker, freight wagon loader, accountant, driver for a fashion show, lighting technician in operas, bricklayer, plumber, stock exchange settlement in a bank among others. It helped him to get familiar in various fast-paced physical business environments, appreciate teamwork to meet customer demands and develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify discrepancies and resolve financial issues promptly.
He started to work in the travel business as a tour leader, guide and resident manager in all countries of Europe, USA, Mexico, Russia, China and Thailand. He lived in Thailand for 33 years where he handled and developed the business of Thomas Cook and other tour operators in Thailand and Asia for 25 years.
Co-owner and Vice Chairman
Stephan is a Swiss native with a deep passion for travel and tourism. Fresh out of university with a degree in Finance and Accounting, he started his career with an apprenticeship in a local travel agency in Rapperswil. He worked his way up, and within a decade, became a member of its Executive Management Board, at only the age of 27 years.
His decades of experience in the tourism industry has sharpened his skills on strategic planning and innovative business development. Being a leader in the global travel industry since the 1980s, he is well-experienced in crisis management including repatriation missions, and in adjusting business strategies in war and conflict situations, airport closures, economic recessions, and global pandemics.
In 2018, Stephan was appointed CEO of the DTH Travel group. He believes in creating a work environment that welcomes diverse perspectives, and guides his teams with a delicate balance of mentorship and self-leadership among the multiple companies he manages in various parts of the world.
Co-owner and Board Member
Stephan is a Swiss native with a deep passion for travel and tourism. Fresh out of university with a degree in Finance and Accounting, he started his career with an apprenticeship in a local travel agency in Rapperswil. He worked his way up, and within a decade, became a member of its Executive Management Board, at only the age of 27 years.
His decades of experience in the tourism industry has sharpened his skills on strategic planning and innovative business development. Being a leader in the global travel industry since the 1980s, he is well-experienced in crisis management including repatriation missions, and in adjusting business strategies in war and conflict situations, airport closures, economic recessions, and global pandemics.
In 2018, Stephan was appointed CEO of the DTH Travel group. He believes in creating a work environment that welcomes diverse perspectives, and guides his teams with a delicate balance of mentorship and self-leadership among the multiple companies he manages in various parts of the world.
Chief Executive Officer
Nickky grew up in Malaysia, where he earned his degree in Computer Science. With 15 years of experience in the Asian travel technology industry, he has worked with numerous key travel companies to implement travel tech and solutions to improve efficiency and productivity.
As DTH Travel’s Chief Innovation Officer, his mission is to advocate and enable digital innovations, a key component for DTH Travel’s long-term success as one of the key players in the travel industry.
When time allows, Nickky enjoys travelling with his family, and is always on the lookout for good food!
Chief Innovation Officer
Born and raised in the Philippines, Meggie has 15 years of experience in global marketing and advertising, with over 10 years working in the tourism industry. She started her career in Grey Philippines, an advertising agency in Manila, before moving to the Philippine Tourism Ministry. There she took charge of implementing the globally-awarded “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” Campaign. In 2016, she was appointed as Director of the Tourism Ministry’s office in Frankfurt, Germany, managing the country’s tourism promotion activities across Europe.
Despite having lived and travelled abroad for many years, Meggie’s fascination with discovering different cultures and new perspectives has not waned. She loves to celebrate big and small milestones with good food, wine, family, and friends, wherever in the world she may be.
Group Marketing Director
Naruemon, or Nok to her colleagues, is one of DTH Travel’s veterans. She joined DTH Travel Thailand over 20 years ago as an Accounting Clerk. Recently, she became Group Financial Control and Analyst of DTH Travel, putting her in charge of all reports across the group, as well as supporting our 13 offices across Asia in financial matters.
In her free time, she loves to cook and try out different Thai recipes. Plus, she adores her cats, Milo and Soda.
Financial Controller and Analyst
After more than 30 years in the travel industry, David brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role, including nearly 25 years of focus on product management and contracting within the Asia Pacific region.
As an industry veteran, he was alsothe Head of Faraway Product for Premier Holidays where he played an integral role in developing products. Over the course of his tenure, he helped grow the company’s offerings from a small Far East pamphlet to a large worldwide brochure.
David loves all sports — from rugby to motor racing — and regularly plays cricket, tennis, badminton, and golf. He makes it a point to go skiing every year.
Director of Sales for the UK and Ireland
Tiago has an unbeatable passion for Asia. He has been living in the region for the past 12 years, travelling extensively and revelling in the diversity of cultures. Apart from working in the tourism industry, he has published his own artworks, promoted festivals, and even collaborated with a local TV channel for a mini docu-series in Vietnam.
Business Development Manager for Spain, Portugal, and Latin America
Olesia graduated from the Russian International Academy of Tourism, with a Masters degree in Tourism Management. She started her career in a small travel agency in Moscow, before moving to work in one of the largest tour operator companies in Russia, where she handled MICE and Group Travel for 15 years.
Her passion for travel and new discoveries led to the life-changing decision of moving to Thailand, where she later joined DTH Travel as its Business Development Manager for the Russia and CIS markets.
Olesia is a huge fan of Bangkok. She enjoys long walks around the various neighbourhoods, and diving into hidden local spots with good music and wine.
Business Development Manager for Russia and CIS
Sonam has been with DTH Travel Bhutan since 2008, serving as our Executive Director. He grew up in India, and is a hospitality graduate with an MBA in Hotel and Tourism Management from University Centre Cesar Ritz in Switzerland.
Sonam brings pride to Bhutan wherever he goes – he was the first Bhutanese citizen to be employed as the Rooms Division Manager in Training at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, where due to his outstanding performance, he was nominated as Leader of the Quarter twice, within only the first three months of his employment.
Managing Director
Sonam is an Economics alumnus from Northeast Hill University in Shilong, India, where he graduated with honours back in 2011. Before joining DTH Travel Bhutan, he served under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry as an inspector.
When he’s not at work, he spends his time playing football, travelling, and listening to music.
Operations Manager
Villy is a proud alumnus of the prestigious Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management. Before joining DTH Travel in 2022, he served various roles across leading tour operators and hotels. He even became a Guest Experience Agent at the Grand Hyatt Singapore, all while still finishing his studies.
Villy loves to stay active, enjoying various sports like basketball and football.
Asst. to Managing Director
Chanda graduated from the National Institute of Management, back in 2000. She started her career at the APSARA National Authority, under the Department of Tourism Development, before joining DTH Travel in 2003. With 19 years of experience, she has been Team Leader for DTH Travel Cambodia’s French market since 2018.
Outside of work, you might find Chanda travelling, wandering a foreign land, or at a sports field for a good game.
Team Leader – French Market
Sunnarith graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Management. He started his career accumulating all the experience he could from hotels and local travel agencies before joining DTH Travel Cambodia in 2013.
In his free time, Sunnarith takes it easy with leisurely adventures around Cambodia or a good game of badminton.
Team Leader – English, MICE & GIT Market
Seakpheng graduated from the Chamka Doung Institute of Agriculture in 1991. He started his career in Cambodia’s local tourism industry as a translator. Eventually, in 1993, he joined DTH Travel Cambodia as assistant to the Operations Manager. He rose up the ranks and became group supervisor, and in August 2018, he was appointed Team Leader for the German market.
Naturally, Seakpheng enjoys travelling with friends and family, but when he’s just at home, he loves to cosy up with a good movie or drama series.
Team Leader – German Market
Sophea began her career as a Tour Coordinator in 1997. In 2002, she joined DTH Travel Cambodia as part of its Reservation Staff, and after 16 years, she was appointed Team Leader of the SIC & Latin markets.
Beyond the workplace, Sophea loves to travel and spend time with her family.
Team Leader – SIC & Latin Market
Zhang Fan graduated from Xi’an International Studies University and kicked off his career with a 4-year stint at the Chinese Embassy in Berlin. For the past 30 years, he’s been back in China working in the inbound tourism industry.
Throughout his career, he’s held a variety of positions, including product manager, operation department head for European markets, and Deputy General Manager overlooking sales and marketing. A true professional and travel industry enthusiast, Mr. Fan is also an active Executive Vice President of the Xi’an Tourism Association.
Managing Director
After graduating with a degree in Hotel Management in Switzerland, Eric returned to China, working within the inbound tourism sector in various positions. His fluency in English has allowed him to specialise in handling guests from Europe and other English-speaking countries. With his experience, he’s already developed the ability to anticipate what these clients will need, and have answers and solutions ready.
Account/Reservation Manager
Meng graduated with majors in Tourism and English. She has been with DTH Travel China for over six years. With a passion for Chinese culture and heritage, she loves to travel, going on her own adventures within the country, and sharing her experiences with her clients. Through her wealth of knowledge on China, not only does she cater to clients, but contributes to the development of some of DTH Travel’s products too.
Reservation Manager
Richard is a seasoned travel professional with more than 30 years of hands-on industry experience. In the past, he worked as Regional Managing Director of P&O Travel for Asia Pacific and then as Non-executive Chairman of Kuoni Travel (China) Ltd. He has served in various capacities with various travel industry associations and organisations, including the Government’s Tourism Strategy Group and the Advisory Committee on the Cruise Industry.
Commercial Director
Guilhem first came to Indochina as a young student in 2005, experiencing the travel industry for the first time as an intern. Almost two decades later, he now leads DTH Travel Vietnam and Laos as a versatile manager, and true destinations specialist. Over the years, he acquired in-depth knowledge of both countries, and accumulated experience in all aspects of tour operations.
His extracurricular missions in hospitality and travel lecturing helped him shape an industry-wide vision. His focus is to bring positive change and innovation to the regional travel business.
If you’re looking to talk about product, destination, and business planning in the region, Guilhem is your go-to person.
General Manager, Vietnam and Laos
Xay’s career in travel and hospitality has humble beginnings. He started as a waiter, where he developed his skills in customer service. It was there that he got a glimpse into the world of DMCs and travel agencies.
Now he shines as the star of DTH Travel Laos, with his unwavering dedication to providing exceptional service to clients.
Apart from work, not only is Xay an adventurer at heart, but he’s also a proud member of the Phounoy tribe. His fluency in their language and deep understanding of his tribe’s cultural heritage allows him to infuse a unique perspective on Laotian travel.
Reservations Officer
Travelling has always been Renee’s passion. She has a knack for uncovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and an unwavering belief and commitment to sustainable tourism. This made her a natural fit for DTH Travel Malaysia, spending the past seventeen years welcoming explorers and helping them create truly lasting memories in her home country.
When time allows, she enjoys holidays with her husband and children, and living out her passion for travel as an explorer too.
General Manager
Gordon was born and raised in Germany, but about two decades ago, he decided to explore his mother’s roots in the mystical island of Borneo. There he discovered a haven for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, rich with history and its own cultural heritage. Having welcomed and led many guests on various paths through Borneo’s dense vegetation, he is always ready to share his personal insights and deep knowledge of the region.
Sales Manager – German speaking Market
Syuhada’s love for travel led her to the tourism industry. She started out in the Reservation Department, before moving to operations. Now, 16 years later, she has certainly grown into a travel expert and serves in business development and MICE.
Syuhada is naturally curious and values learning from the people around her. Apart from travelling, she also has a passion for nature, history, and culture.
Sales & Account Manager
With over 20 years of experience in tourism and hospitality, Francesca is passionate about finding the best product and creating the perfect experience for explorers. A dynamic cross-functional generalist, she is well-versed in negotiations, contract procurement, sales & marketing, product development, operations, and logistics.
Beyond her eager approach to work though, she is also naturally curious, and enjoys learning from the people around her.
Product & Contracts Manager
With over 15 years of invaluable experience in the tourism industry, Suranjith assumed the role of Managing Director at DTH Travel Sri Lanka and Maldives in July 2018. Prior to this, he played a pivotal role in Sales and Marketing at Serendib Leisure Hotels and contributed significantly to the Leisure Travel and Aviation sector of the Hemas Group.
A true travel aficionado, Suranjith possesses an unquenchable thirst for discovering new destinations and experiences, whether they unfold in the scenic landscapes of Sri Lanka or in foreign lands. This passion extends to savouring exquisite cuisine and fine wines, adding a delicious dimension to his explorations.
Managing Director, Sri Lanka and Maldives
Howard’s diverse range of professional experiences has honed a versatile skill set, ideally suited for his current passion — tourism. From commercial radio, to the telecommunications industry, he eventually found himself in Maldives tourism, now with almost a decade of experience.
Beyond his professional endeavors, he finds joy in music of all genres, as a former club DJ. Yet, the most cherished aspect of his life are his two children, who gave him an opportunity to relive his own childhood.
Director
Lalith is a true tourism professional. He launched his career in the industry at a company formerly known as Hemtours, now DTH Travel Sri Lanka. With over 16 years of experience in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, he has earned a reputation for being a calm presence in any situation.
He takes pride in his extensive exploration of the Maldives, having visited and stayed on nearly 70 of the 105 resort islands. When he’s not traversing islands by seaplane or speedboat, he indulges in his love for music and movies. Plus, he’s also a passionate foodie.
Manager
Shareek has been a proud part of DTH Travel since 2010, and was one of the pioneers who helped establish DTH Travel’s second office in the Maldives. This path came with numerous challenges, but with unwavering dedication and pride, he triumphed bringing the company to where it stands today.
He has had the opportunity to serve esteemed tour operators from Europe and the Middle East. His journey with DTH Travel continues as he strives to grow alongside the dynamic and motivated team. Beyond his professional life, he has a deep passion for music and solo travel.
Assistant Manager – Operations
Carmen started her career in the tourism industry right after completing her studies. After graduating, she joined Hemtours, now known as DTH Travel Sri Lanka. Since the inception of DTH Travel Maldives, Carmen has been an unwavering pillar of her team. With her expertise spanning across customer care and administration, her keen eye for detail shines through her work.
Carmen leads the essential and rapidly growing FIT division where she nurtures her younger colleagues with a motherly love — fostering their growth and development as young professionals in the tourism industry. When work ends, Carmen is a passionate music lover who secretly dreams of being a dancer. As for now though, her world revolves around her two young boys who bring joy and fulfilment to her life.
Manager – FIT Sales
Phyoe joined DTH Travel Myanmar in 1995 as an administrative staff. He climbed the corporate ladder and studied the business of a DMC for the next 10 years before venturing on his own to establish a tour company from scratch.
After his first foray into entrepreneurship, Phyoe established and successfully operated All Asia Exclusive Travel for over 10 years before rejoining DTH Travel Myanmar as its Managing Director. An active stakeholder of Myanmar’s tourism industry, Phyoe led the Myanmar Tourism Marketing Association and was conferred with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Assumption University in Bangkok in 2014.
As a keen humanitarian, Phyoe is a founding member and the first president of the Rotary Club of Central Yangon. Beyond his passion for tourism, he spends his leisure time working together with like-minded friends to help the underprivileged in his community.
Managing Director
Pierre has many years of experience working in the travel and hospitality industry, and he has held positions in Thailand, France, and China.
Along with these roles came fluency in various languages, from his native tongue, French, to English, French, Thai, and even basic Mandarin.
His passion for walking discoveries makes him a fantastic companion on strolls through the streets of Yangon.
Country Manager
Originally from Slovenia, Gregor has been living in Asia for the past ten years, and is in charge of Blue Horizons Travel & Tours, Inc. He has over 25 years of experience in tourism and hospitality, working for different DMCs in Europe before joining DTH Travel.
His passion has always leaned towards travelling and exploring new cultures. By focusing on delivering quality anchored on insightful connections to our destinations, Gregor ensures that customers get the warm explorer’s welcome they deserve, and have themselves truly unforgettable journeys.
General Manager
Marjorie was born and raised in the Philippines and graduated from the University of Santo Tomas with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Interior Design. She began her career with Blue Horizons Travel & Tours, Inc. in January 2010 as a Sales and Marketing Executive and has since worked her way up the corporate ladder. She takes pleasure in researching and developing new products, and is a strong advocate for sustainability and community-inclusive tourism.
Aside from her professional endeavours Marjorie is a self-confessed thalassophile and often satisfies her sense of adventure through scuba diving and exploring an environment that not many people get to see.
Head of Sales and Marketing
Carla earned her degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management from an exclusive girl’s institution in Manila. She has been in the profession for 32-years and has extensive experience with incoming groups and MICE. She oversees the Groups department, which handles all types of inbound travel, including leisure, business meetings, conferences, seminars, events, local corporate incentives, and group series.
Carla is a natural leader, and the entire staff follows her unshakable commitment for going the extra mile to meet the demands of the clients. She is meticulous and organised both at work and at home. She completely adores her 3 fur babies (Shih tzus) named Cotton, Bagel and Pretzel. A true blooded fashionista, Carla is the epitome of effortless elegance.
Groups & MICE Manager
Jona, completed her degree in Hotel, Restaurant Management in the University of Santo Tomas. Her career path began in the fast-paced world of hotel operations in Singapore. As her work exposed her to various areas of hospitality, she gained a thorough understanding of customer service, operational efficiency, and the complexities of providing excellent guest experiences with her experience in different areas of hospitality.
Her career took a turn when she joined Blue Horizons Travel & Tours, Inc. to handle the Chinese speaking market. Armed with her Mandarin speaking skills, sheer grit and clear understanding of our guest’s needs, she has charmed the hearts of our clients.
Outside the workplace, she enjoys trying new restaurants and discovering different cuisines, socialising, and drinking with friends, trying out various mixes and concoctions.
Sales & Marketing Manager
Mayet earned her degree in Commerce major in Business Systems and Technology Management from an exclusive girl’s Catholic school in Manila. She carries with her 21 years of expertise in the travel sector, specialising on European leisure travellers.
Mayet is a gastronomic adventurer who enjoys culinary delights after a long day at work. On weekends, she prefers simple pleasures such as wandering through the mall with her family.
Operations Manager
With more than 15 years working in Singapore’s tourism and hospitality industry, Shiyi has a proven track record and brings a wealth of experience to the role — from her early days directly interacting with explorers by handling bespoke travel arrangements to becoming an expert in travel business technologies that help streamline workflows while better supporting clients and travellers.
Prior to joining DTH Travel Singapore in 2022, Shiyi was the Business Planning Manager at Tour East Group Headquarters where she led a team that implemented the Tourplan NX connected travel management systems across all offices to support the global inbound business. In addition to her technology experience, Shiyi also previously served as product development manager, focusing on product development and procurement.
General Manager
With over 15 years of invaluable experience in the tourism industry, Suranjith assumed the role of Managing Director at DTH Travel Sri Lanka and Maldives in July 2018. Prior to this, he played a pivotal role in Sales and Marketing at Serendib Leisure Hotels and contributed significantly to the Leisure Travel and Aviation sector of the Hemas Group.
A true travel aficionado, Suranjith possesses an unquenchable thirst for discovering new destinations and experiences, whether they unfold in the scenic landscapes of Sri Lanka or in foreign lands. This passion extends to savouring exquisite cuisine and fine wines, adding a delicious dimension to his explorations.
Managing Director, Sri Lanka and Maldives
Prasanna’s journey with DTH Travel Sri Lanka began in 1987 when he joined as a trainee in Accounting. Over the years, his career within the company has been nothing short of remarkable. With unwavering dedication, he accumulated a wealth of experience in destination management, steadily ascending the ranks to his current position as a Director of the company.
Director
Since joining the company as a trainee in 1995, Shiraj has grown into an invaluable member of DTH Travel Sri Lanka. He brings a wealth of expertise to the team, holding a membership with the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management (UK), supplementing his diploma in Sales Management.
Shiraj’s early life experiences paved the way for his journey in leadership. In his time at university, he represented Sri Lanka at the International Rotary Youth Leadership Awards. He now leads a highly efficient team that consistently goes the extra mile to craft the perfect holiday experience for many explorers.
Outside of the office, he thrives in the great outdoors, where he finds solace and connection with nature.
Head of Operations & Travel Centres
Durga got her start in the tourism industry as a personal assistant to the CEO of a renowned Sri Lankan travel company. It was here that she discovered her deep affection for the hotel and travel industry. Starting her career with a focus on inbound services, Durga has since been instrumental in welcoming explorers and helping them fall in love with this enchanting country.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Durga is an inquisitive soul, driven by passion for learning. She finds joy in reading, experimenting with new recipes, and capturing stunning moments on her travels with her photography. As a dedicated mother to two wonderful boys, she relishes sharing quality moments with her sons.
General Manager Europe/ Vice President Business Development DMC
A native Swiss, Stefan grew up in the tourism industry and has valuable experience in selling travel experiences to Asia. He led the private customer department at Tourasia in Switzerland before moving to Thailand in 2015 to take the lead role for a major DMC. With his “customer first” approach, Stefan makes for a competent partner for any request, from luxury travel to MICE. In his free time, Stefan enjoys football, ice hockey and exploring new areas, with a particular fondness for nice boutique hotels.
General Manager
Aljoscha graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management from the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons in Switzerland, after which he got involved in projects with players in the global tourism industry, including the UN World Travel Organization. His experience in marketing and product development, together with his global perspective and approach has put him on the path of turning his passion for travel into a career.
He joined DTH Travel Thailand in 2022, taking care of the company’s clients from the European and African Market. Having moved to the country during the pandemic, he made the most of the unique opportunity to explore the country from every side and angle. Since then, Aljoscha has fallen in love with Thailand’s people, culture, and cuisine. If he’s not creating another unforgettable experience for his clients, you might find him on one of the trains, on his way to explore a new corner of Thailand.
Marketing & Sales Manager
Guilhem first came to Indochina as a young student in 2005, experiencing the travel industry for the first time as an intern. Almost two decades later, he now leads DTH Travel Vietnam and Laos as a versatile manager, and true destinations specialist. Over the years, he acquired in-depth knowledge of both countries, and accumulated experience in all aspects of tour operations.
His extracurricular missions in hospitality and travel lecturing helped him shape an industry-wide vision. His focus is to bring positive change and innovation to the regional travel business.
If you’re looking to talk about product, destination, and business planning in the region, Guilhem is your go-to person.
General Manager
Cuong is a true Hanoian, born and raised in the capital city. He learned travel management from the reputed Hanoi Open University. In 2007, he joined DTH Travel Vietnam as a junior in the Reservations Department. Since then, his career has steadily developed, and he is now responsible for overseeing the whole country’s operations. He’s deeply passionate about his work. If you have any questions on sales and operations, he’s the one to get in touch with.
Country Manager
Hang graduated from the Faculty of Tourism at Hanoi University of Culture in 2006 and then began working at the front desk of a hotel. She joined DTH Travel Vietnam in 2013 as administrative staff, then moved on to the Sales & Reservation department before taking the leadership of the contracting team. Over time, she has become the preferred liaison of all of DTH Travel’s partner hotels and services suppliers in Vietnam.
Contracting Lead
Lien graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Science and Technology from France’s Nancy-Université back in 2007. With more than 15 years of experience in sales and customer experience management, he shows incredible commitment and expertise in supporting international guests through their holidays.
He is fluent in French and English, which only adds to how he delivers flawless travel experiences to all the explorers he welcomes to Vietnam.
Conciergerie & Travel Assistance Lead