Head of Gardens and Horticulture

Belmond: extraordinary journeys, Beautifully crafted. August 14, 2026 Discover Belmond's world of timeless luxury and unforgettable travel Travel Elevated, Travel Beautifully Belmond is known for creating journeys that feel both iconic and deeply personal - experiences shaped by heritage, artistry, and a sense of place that few brands can match. Whether aboard a storied train, within a landmark hotel, or on a river cruise designed for intimate exploration, Belmond invites travelers to slow down, savor, and immerse themselves in the world's most captivating destinations. Santa Barbara Travel is proud to partner with Belmond to bring these exceptional journeys to its clients. Each itinerary is crafted with meticulous detail, enriched by local culture, and delivered with Belmond's signature warmth and elegance. Why Belmond Stands Apart Belmond's collection spans Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas - each property and experience chosen for its character, history, and sense of discovery. Their journeys blend refined luxury with authentic connection, offering travelers access to extraordinary moments not available to the general public. Signature Elements of a Belmond Journey * Iconic settings - from Venetian palazzos to Andean peaks * Exceptional dining - menus crafted by celebrated chefs * Exclusive access - private ateliers, historic estates, and cultural institutions * Thoughtful personalization - experiences tailored to your interests * Impeccable service - warm, intuitive, and always attentive Featured Experience: Christmas in Paris Aboard Marguerite Celebrate the holiday season on the Seine with Belmond's newest river journey - an intimate three-day festive escape through the heart of Paris. Guests aboard Marguerite enjoy Michelin-level dining, private access to iconic maisons, curated cultural encounters, and the magic of Paris illuminated for Christmas. This extraordinary itinerary includes: * Exclusive fashion, maison, and artisan experiences * Private tastings and culinary workshops * Festive market visits and guided neighborhood strolls * After-dark Parisian experiences curated just for Belmond guests Departures available December 2026 and January 2027. Belmond Destinations Santa Barbara Travel, Inc. Love to Book Europe * Venice Simplon-Orient-Express - Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Venice - Belmond Reid's Palace, Madeira - Belmond Villa San Michele, Florence * Belmond Napasai, Koh Samui - Belmond La Résidence d'Angkor, Siem Reap South America * Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, Machu Picchu - Belmond Hotel Monasterio, Cusco * Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town Your Journey, Perfectly Arranged Belmond experiences are crafted with exceptional detail - and booking through Santa Barbara Travel ensures every element is handled with care, expertise, and insider knowledge. For a journey that truly stands apart, contact your Santa Barbara Travel advisor to begin planning your Belmond experience. *Restrictions apply.

Supporting Belmond Hotels prepare for a data-driven season. As part of Kitchen CUT's continued partnership with Belmond Hotels, Solutions Consultant Bradley Cross recently completed an intensive onsite visit with two iconic Caribbean Belmond Hotels. 16 June 2026 Marie Merry Over seven days, Bradley worked closely with the operational, culinary, purchasing and finance teams to strengthen processes, improve data integrity and ensure that both properties are fully prepared for the upcoming season. Cap Juluca: building strong foundations for operational visibility. At Cap Juluca, the focus was on embedding Kitchen CUT into daily kitchen operations and creating greater transparency across purchasing, inventory and food cost management. Due to the nature of the island, procurement has significant and specific challenges to overcome to ensure the guest experience isn't compromised. The Culinary senior team and purchasing managers completed comprehensive training covering market lists, purchase orders, goods receiving, product management and wastage tracking. The property's primary objective is to gain greater visibility of stock movement and food waste, allowing the team to make more informed operational decisions. A key milestone was establishing a structured process that will ensure all outlet orders are managed through Kitchen CUT before purchasing teams are introduced to the workflow. This phased approach will provide both departments with clear visibility into product usage, stock requirements and associated costs, while strengthening collaboration between the kitchen and purchasing teams. Significant progress was also made on product data management. Working closely with Bradley, CAP Juluca appointed a lead for the Workday-to-Kitchen CUT product relationship. Together, they identified duplicate purchase items, removed redundant purchasing data and began aligning product information with actual kitchen usage. Weight and volume measurements have been standardised as the primary units of measure, creating a more accurate and scalable foundation for future reporting. The team also introduced Kitchen CUT's buffet analysis functionality, enabling more effective monitoring of breakfast service costs and providing greater visibility into profitability and operational performance. With kitchen ordering now underway and recipes being built across all outlets, Cap Juluca enters the next menu cycle with a strong operational framework and a clear roadmap for further improvements. La Samanna goes live after three-year project journey. A major highlight of the trip was the successful launch of Kitchen CUT at La Samanna. Following a lengthy onboarding process due to legal and legislative challenges, the property is now fully operational on the platform. Product data was imported, system configuration completed and comprehensive training delivered across kitchen, food and beverage, purchasing and finance teams. Bradley worked closely with Executive Sous Chef Bertrand, and the wider team to establish products, recipes and sub-recipes, while introducing buffet analysis processes to support future cost-management initiatives. Training sessions were also delivered to purchasing and finance stakeholders, ensuring clear ownership of the relationship between Workday and Kitchen CUT and establishing procedures for ongoing product management and data governance. To support system alignment, Kitchen CUT has been configured in euros to match Workday. Additional development work relating to Silverware POS data conversion is now being scoped, paving the way for future integration and enhanced reporting capabilities. With the system now live, the focus shifts to recipe creation, buffet management, purchasing alignment and future technology initiatives, including POS integration, digital recipe management and live allergen visibility via QR-code for operational teams. Preparing for a successful season ahead. Both properties demonstrated exceptional engagement throughout the visit, with teams embracing the opportunity to strengthen processes, improve data quality and build greater visibility across their food and beverage operations. By combining operational expertise with accurate data, both Cap Juluca and La Samanna are now well-positioned to maximise control, improve profitability and enter the next season with confidence. Bradley Cross, Solutions Consultant at Kitchen CUT said, "It was a pleasure to finally meet in person many of the teams I've worked with remotely for such a long time. The engagement, commitment and hospitality shown throughout the visit were exceptional. Both properties have made significant progress and I'm confident they are in a fantastic position to have everything in place for the start of next season. While the onsite visit has finished, I'm continuing to support both teams remotely with refresher training and ongoing guidance as needed." Subscribe for the latest updates, product launches and industry insights. About Kitchen CUT Kitchen CUT has evolved from a 30+ year career in the restaurant industry from its founder and Michelin Star chef, John Wood. Its software streamlines your F&B functions, promotoes best working practices and provides accurate real-time data for improved decision making. This ensures your teams have more time to concentrate on what you do best! Related resources