About the book
A day in a life of a hotelier is seriously tiring, demanding, or perhaps glamorous? If you want to know more what goes on behind these 4 walls, the untold stories of all hoteliers are all collected and revealed in the book series Hotel Tales.
Fun. Intriguing. Dramatic. Accidental lessons. Unanticipated twists.
We have all of the above and more. Keep reading, be entertained and be inspired. This is what we hope every reader will get from these priceless experiences.
Book Information
- ISBN: 978-967-17221-0-7
- Paperback: 216 pages
- Available in: English
- Published: 2019
- Publisher: John Studios
- ISBN: 978-967-5945-24-3
- Paperback: 208 pages
- Available in: English
- Published: 2013
- Publisher: Penerbit Wawasan Nusa (M) Sdn Bhd
- ISBN: 978-967-5945-01-4
- Paperback: 196 pages
- Available in: English, Chinese, Bahasa Melayu
- Published: 2011
- Publisher: Penerbit Wawasan Nusa (M) Sdn Bhd
Getting to Know Hanley
The creator of first ever Hotel Tales series in Asia, Hanley has inspired many hoteliers to share their fun and intriguing encounters. What began with one simple book to reveal drama, mysterious episodes, some accidental lessons and unanticipated twists, Hanley went on to publish the 2nd and 3rd book in the Hotel Tales series. A seasoned hotelier of over 25 years who has led many major and listed corporations across the globe, Hanley loves to encourage hoteliers with untold stories and exhilarating experiences to share with the rest.
A little adventure and some unexpected tales
Sneak Peek to Even More Hotel Tales
1. Billion Dollar Man
by Charles Eman
Front Office Manager, A luxury resort in the Maldives Circa 2007
In commemoration of his 50th birthday, Mr Atkins booked out our entire resort with the intention of hosting a grand, memorable celebration for him and his guests…
2. Just Three Bananas
by Gladiolyn Biala
Intern A 5-star hotel in Singapore Circa 199
I would never be able to look at bananas the same way again….
3. Pinched
by Decky Kwok
Regional Director of Sales A 5-star hotel in Hong Kong 2014
Travelling to various hotels around the world is a norm in my line of work. This time, it was to Hong Kong (my country of birth and where I lived until completion of secondary school) to visit a recently refurbished and rebranded hotel owned by the company I worked for. As part of a familiarisation trip, I visited the hotel for a five-night stay in order to acquaint myself with the place as a guest as well as to attend some meetings with my counterparts.
Billion Dollar Man
by Charles Eman
Front Office Manager, A luxury resort in the Maldives Circa 2007
In commemoration of his 50th birthday, Mr Atkins booked out our entire resort with the intention of hosting a grand, memorable celebration for him and his guests…
Just Three Bananas
by Gladiolyn Biala
Intern A 5-star hotel in Singapore Circa 199
I would never be able to look at bananas the same way again….
Pinched
by Decky Kwok
Regional Director of Sales A 5-star hotel in Hong Kong 2014
Travelling to various hotels around the world is a norm in my line of work. This time, it was to Hong Kong (my country of birth and where I lived until completion of secondary school) to visit a recently refurbished and rebranded hotel owned by the company I worked for. As part of a familiarisation trip, I visited the hotel for a five-night stay in order to acquaint myself with the place as a guest as well as to attend some meetings with my counterparts.
“This third book has even more wild stories than before.
Hoteliers live such a rollercoaster life”
“The stories and learnings are so apt (and shocking) in many ways. Definitely can relate to their joy and despair!”