Andrew Burnet appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at Carnoustie Golf Course Hotel

One of the best known faces in the UK hotel industry has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at The Carnoustie Golf Course Hotel, venue for this year's Open.

41 year old Andrew Burnet has joined the new £15 million hotel and resort, whic is adajecent to the 1st tee and 18th green of the world famous Angus links.

Andrew, previously Sales and Marketing Director at The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews and Prestonfield House Hotel in Edinburgh, has also held senior positions with Mariott Hotels and Hilton International throughout the UK.

Speaking about his new position Andrew said, "I am absolutely delighted to be joining what will undoubtedly become one of the best known hotels in the world. We will be in the media spotlight this summer with The Open returning to Carnousite for the first time in 24 years. People from every corner of the golf will be visiting us and I'm sure they will be impressed by our unique location and excellent facilities.

"This is an exciting opportunity for everyone connected with the hotel and I'm convinced we wil become one of the most popular destinations for not just golfers but also the corporate and incentive markets."

Chief Executive of The Carnoustie Golf Course Hotel, Martin Delaney, said "We are very pleased indeed to have appointed someone with Andrew's experience and expertise to this key position in our management team. In addition to his tremendous abilities, he brings with him a wealth of ideas which will prove invaluable as we market the hotel, nationally and internationally, and create a world class resort."

"His knowledge of the golfing sector in particular is unrivalled and we are delighted to have him on board."

The hotel is scheduled to welcome its first guests on 2nd May.