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Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle announced the recent acceptance of Sagara Abeykoon, Concierge Supervisor into the esteemed Les Clefs d’Or concierge association. He joins Chief Concierge, Duminda Boteju, who has been a full and active member of Clefs d’Or since June 2015. The designation of Sagara and Duminda, makes them two of only five Les Clefs d’Or concierges in Sri Lanka.
“We are all incredibly proud of Sagara for this accomplishment.” said Ross Sanders, General Manager of Anantara Tangalle. “Les Clefs d’Or is recognised as the most prestigious concierge association in the world, making an acceptance a great honour. This achievement represents not only a great personal accomplishment, but will be a wonderful benefit for our international travellers, who can be confident they receive excellent service by a very knowledgeable and well-connected host.”
Concierges who are members of Les Clefs d’Or – which literally translates as “keys of gold” – are recognisable by the crossed gold keys on their collars of their uniform, an international symbol that is meant to assure travellers they are dealing with a seasoned professional, dedicated to deliver guaranteed quality service.
Les Clefs d’Or concierges have their fingers on the pulse of their destination, able to advise guests on restaurants, excursions, shopping or provide personalised planning. They deliver successful elegant solutions with the services ranging from ordinary till extraordinary, yet each request is fulfilled to the guest’s full satisfaction.
Sagara, who is Sri Lankan, brings 15 years of experience within the international hotel industry. He started his hospitality journey at the Royal Falcon Hotel in Dubai as a Concierge Assistant. From there he progressed through many Front Office and Guest Relations positions in the Middle East as well in Sri Lanka, till he was appointed Concierge Supervisor at Anantara Tangalle in December 2015.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort offers guests a unique resort experience in Sri Lanka. Located on the island’s southern coastline, the resort is set on a secluded stretch of beach amidst a 21-acre coconut plantation. Each of the 120 guest rooms and 32 private pool villas display utmost serenity and the spacious interiors blend comfortable luxury with modern amenities.