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Royal Cliff Hotels Group picks up yet another award

2012-05-25 12:05:18

On May 15 at the New York Amporn Garden, Royal Cliff Hotels Group received a certificate from Thailand Tourism Standard Year 2012 as a five-star resort by the Department of Tourism and Ministry of Tourism and Sports. Deputy Prime Minister, Thailand, Chumpol Silpa-archa presented the award to assistant to PR manager, Royal Cliff Hotels Group, Phusanisa Janyouk. Royal ...

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts launches new MICE programme

2012-05-25 12:05:02

Creative cuisine, inspirational event ideas and fast efficient MICE service from start to finish are at the heart of the new global ‘Meetings & Events’ programme launched by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts at IMEX, Frankfurt. Intensive training to streamline every element of the MICE process at Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has already paid dividends with the ...

Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi reveals it MICE offerings

2012-05-25 12:05:58

Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, the hotel that spans directly over a Formula 1 race track and known for its iconic design, is promoting itself as the ultimate location for meetings, conferences and events. Situated on Yas Marina Circuit overlooking Yas Marina, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi boasts 12 entertainment and dining options along with 3,520m2 of conference and banqueting space including a ...

Summit in Saudi Arabia to discuss country’s tourism potential

2012-05-25 11:05:40

Tourism contributed significantly to Saudi Arabia’s GDP in 2011, with figures revealing that the industry’s input was over 7.2 per cent, with 670,000 staff employed. The latter figure also included a 26 per cent Saudisation. According to the latest report by Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA), the Kingdom is expected to receive 88 million visitors by 2020, with ...

Rotana confirms opening of two new properties in Dubai

2012-05-24 12:05:38

Rotana has announced the new confirmed date for the opening of its latest new properties in Dubai – the five-star Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana and the deluxe hotel apartments, Al Ghurair Arjaan by Rotana – both of which will open in the third quarter of 2012 and will make up the Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai. The two new openings will mean that Rotana will add 621 new rooms to ...

Hilton Worldwide opens first dual-branded property in Turkey

2012-05-24 12:05:01

Hilton Worldwide has announced the official opening of Hilton Bursa Convention Centre & Spa, and Hampton by Hilton Bursa in Turkey. This is the company’s first dual-branded property within the country. As the first combination of Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Hampton by Hilton brand property in Europe, the company reports that its guests will be able to enjoy both ...

Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut awarded WTA

2012-05-24 11:05:31

Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut, Lebanon, has been recognised as ‘Lebanon’s Leading Resort’ in the World Travel Awards 2012 ceremony in Dubai. Commenting on the award was general manager, Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut, Jan Bundgaard, who said: “We are proud and privileged to receive this award, which recognises the service excellence and performance of the entire ...

Centara Hotels and Resorts set for fast expansion in Pattaya, Thailand

2012-05-24 11:05:11

Centara Hotels & Resorts reports that is has a strategy of fast expansion in Pattaya, Thailand, with three properties currently open and another four in the development phase. “Our association with Pattaya goes back a long time, as we for many years owned and operated the Central Wong Amat Beach Resort, in North Pattaya,” said chairman of the executive board, Central Plaza ...

Sukhothai Bangkok launches package for honeymooners

2012-05-24 10:05:41

Sukhothai Bangkok, the multi-award winning 210-room hotel in Thailand, has announced the launch of its special ‘Romantic Package’ for honeymooners and those seeking romantic hideaways in the heart of the Thai capital. Credited as one of Thailand's most luxurious and stylish hotels, Sukhothai Bangkok’s Romance Package is said to offer couples a variety of indulgent added value ...

Grand Millennium Dubai unveils its Ramadan specials

2012-05-24 10:05:20

As Ramadan is approaching, Grand Millennium Dubai has already notified of its Ramadan special offers that promise relaxation and comfort for families and corporate groups throughout the holy month. Thus, during Ramadan, Grand Millennium Dubai is offering special rates for hotel stays for families of two adults and two children in stylish deluxe rooms. The family package ...

Dusit Thani Dubai earns TripAdvisor certificate of excellence

2012-05-24 10:05:33

Dusit Thani Dubai has announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honours hospitality excellence, is given to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor. Approximately 10 per cent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award. To qualify for the ...

New boutique hotel Marti Hemithea opens in Turkey

2012-05-24 10:05:10

The family-owned Marti Hotel Group has announced the opening of a new boutique property, Marti Hemithea, situated in Hisarönü Bay in Turkey. This 32 suite luxury hotel has been named after the goddess Hemithea, who was once known to have prolonged the lives of people in the mythological era. The Marti Group was founded 24 years ago by the Narin family. Marti Hemithea is ...

Ramada Ajman opens 60 additional rooms

2012-05-24 10:05:28

Catering for the needs of business and leisure travellers, Ramada Hotel & Suites Ajman has announced the opening of 60 additional rooms making the total inventory to 400 rooms, the largest not only in Ajman, but in the northern emirates. Group GM, R Holdings, Abdul Aziz Jasmi, and other hotel staff and guests attended the ribbon cutting ceremony, officially unveiling the ...

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts to debut in Jakarta

2012-05-23 12:05:31

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc., announced the opening of its 80th hotel with the debut of Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel, the brand’s first hotel in Jakarta, Indonesia. Keraton at The Plaza is the first of four new Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts which will debut in Asia, ...

STR Global reports increase in MENA hotel performance for April

2012-05-23 12:05:24

The Middle East and Africa region has witnessed mostly positive hotel performance results in April 2012, according to data compiled by STR Global. The results reveal that the region’s occupancy increased by 10 per cent to reach 63.9 per cent, with its revenue per available room also increasing by 6.1 per cent. “Northern Africa continued to report strong bounces off ...

Accor purchases Mirvac Hotels in Australia and New Zealand

2012-05-23 11:05:08

Accor has reported that it has completed the purchase of the Mirvac Group's hotel interests in Australia and New Zealand. As a result of the acquisition, Accor will add a total of 43 hotels across Australia and New Zealand. Accor has been working with the Mirvac Group to ensure that the integration of the hotels into the Accor network runs smoothly. In the first phase of ...

Head concierge at Le Gray Beirut becomes Les Clefs d’Or member

2012-05-22 11:05:41

Le Gray Beirut has announced that concierge, Firas Musharafieh, has become a member of Les Clefs d’Or, the prestigious association that recognises hotel concierges based on the quality of their service, commitment and passion. Musharafieh has been a part of Le Gray’s pre-opening team before being promoted to head concierge, and according to the hotel, has been well known for his ...

Luxury offering in Tavira, Portugal

2012-05-22 11:05:55

A new luxury country house will open in Tavira, Portugal in the summer of 2012. Fazenda Nova Country House, located in the heart of the Eastern Algarve, is an original Portuguese country house that has been renovated in a modern style whilst retaining its original features and architecture. The country house has ten large suites, including seven Garden Suites, two ...

Radisson Blu Hotel Tripoli donates to Tripoli Medical Centre

2012-05-21 12:05:32

Radisson Blu Hotel Tripoli has announced that its Responsible Business Team has held a charity event at the Tripoli Medical Centre in aid of children who are suffering from cancer. The event was held on May 9, 2012 at the Tripoli Medical Centre, where the hotel gave out toys and gifts for the children, as well as candy provided from the hotel. In addition, staff from ...

Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh raises $26,664 for charity

2012-05-21 11:05:53

Credited as active participants in the local community life, Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh – Al Faisaliah Hotel North & Al Faisaliah Hotel South and Hotel Al Khozama have raised $26,664 through their ‘Make a Change to a Child's Future’ charity campaign. Running for seven months through the 14 premium restaurants and lobbies at the three hotels, the campaign offered guests the ...