Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Hotel, shines a spotlight on the quiet heroes whose leadership has shaped this sanctuary into one of Vietnam’s most refined high-end destinations. Rooted in the legend of Au Co, the Mountain Fairy and revered “mother” of Vietnam, the resort draws on a story where feminine strength, grace and creation are central.
The architect of transformation: Huong Cao Thi (Daisy)
As Director of Spa & Wellness, Daisy practices the philosophy of conscious leadership to shape Song Spa’s four-stage journey of Grounding, Awakening, Blooming and Legacy.
“Leadership begins from within,” says Daisy. “When we return to our true nature and nurture our feminine strength, we create spaces where people feel truly seen and inspired to thrive”.
Guests respond instinctively to her calming presence, trusting her to guide them not only through treatments but through moments of grounding that reshape their entire stay, transforming it from a luxury retreat into something far more meaningful.
The culinary trailblazer: Ly Thi Khanh Nguyen (Chef Ly)
In the traditionally male-dominated world of haute cuisine, Executive Sous Chef Ly leads with embodied resilience, ensuring the resort’s MICHELIN-pedigree dining, from the avant-garde Spanish flavours of Hispania to the precision of Shibui, remains world-class.
“Women in the culinary industry can rise to any position as long as they lead with passion and belief in their own value,” she says, focusing her legacy on mentoring the next generation of young Vietnamese chefs.
In a country where women have long been the guardians of home cooking and family-run eateries, she wants young girls to see that they can just as confidently command a world-class kitchen and shape the future of Vietnamese gastronomy from its very top.
The guardian of guest memories: Tam Minh Nguyen (Tammy)
As Guest Experience Manager, Tammy orchestrates the resort’s signature RedGlove service. From curated in-villa bath rituals to private catamaran voyages, she ensures every stay feels like a seamless expression of a life well lived. Her work is central to connecting visitors to the land and culture of Nha Trang.
“True hospitality is a form of strength,” she says. “It’s the ability to hold space for others with grace, empathy and intention.” For Tammy, every detail is an opportunity to make guests feel not just welcomed, but genuinely at home.
