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Sofitel So Bangkok, scheduled to open by early 2012, will be Asia’s first hotel to offer a fully connected lifestyle, with complete Apple-based digital solutions to what guests want to know, see, hear and do for leisure or work. From hotel service directory to the most comprehensive in-room entertainment system available today, it’s literally all at one’s fingertips. Linking up with DirectStreams, one of…
The world’s largest artificial floating island has finished its first week as a major new tourism attraction in Seoul, South Korea. Seoul‘s Han River will eventually be home to a floating archipelago of three man-made “islets”, but the first island, Viva, opened to the public last week. It is the second-largest of the three, measuring up to 3,271 square meters. It is home to a three-storey structure housing…
Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain has successfully launched the newest pool side terrace area “Flamingo lounge” on the 25th May 2011. More than 100 guests showed up on the launch night including loyal guests and the media. The guests enjoyed a full variety of cocktails at the Flaming poolside lounge at 7:30, followed by dinner at 8:30 pm at Silk’s restaurant. Dinner included a full range of fresh pasta, aromatic…
At 4:51pm today Galaxy Macau™ officially opened its doors, welcoming over 20,000 guests within its first 90 minutes to the delight of over 3,000 VIP attendees. The only property of its kind to open in Macau this year, Galaxy Macau is anticipated to receive between 30,000 and 40,000 guests per day, each of whom will be able to experience game-changing resort features at Macau’s newest integrated destination…
Kuwait City, May 2011: Young Kuwaitis have been offered the chance to apply for a scholarship in Hospitality Management underwritten by Kuwait-based Action Hotels. His Excellency Sheikh Mubarak Abdulla Al Mubarak Al Sabah, the company’s chairman said that the scholarship programme is held in conjunction with the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management (EAHM). “We will fully sponsor the successful…
Doha's fashionistas gathered recently at spectacular The Pearl – Qatar on the waterfront on luxury yachts from Ronautica with sensational panoramic views of the sea for a glamorous fashion shoot After Party, featuring items from Global Glam, W Hotels' exclusive designer collection of accessories and apparel inspired by the design of new and upcoming W's around the world. Following the launch of…
The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies worldwide, has announced that its 7th property in the UAE, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Downtown, is now open. Located on the upper floors of a mixed used building, the new first class- and full service hotel is walking distance from the Dubai Mall and just 10 kilometres from the international airport. Besides 220 contemporary rooms and 22…
W Doha, the first footprint in the Middle East of the iconic luxury lifestyle brand, has received two prestigious awards as “Middle East Leading Hotel & Residences” and “Qatar’s Leading Meetings & Conference Hotel” at World Travel Awards 2011. Bliss Spa, W Doha, also won Best Luxury Hotel Spa in the World Luxury Spa Awards this week. World Travel Awards are the travel industry’s…
Cristal Hotels & Resorts, the most dynamic hotel brand in the region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bliss 3000 SAL to operate the latter’s property in Beirut, Lebanon. The agreement was sealed during the 2011 Arabian Travel Market, the Middle East’s leading travel show held recently in Dubai, and marks Cristal Hotels’ first venture in Lebanon. Under the terms of the MoU, Cristal…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates-- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) has signed an agreement with Abdulsalam Alrafi Group LLC to open a new Sheraton hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Scheduled to open beginning of 2014, the hotel will be part of a three-tower mixed-use project located in the heart of Dubai’s commercial district. The new Sheraton Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road Hotel is part of the…
Dubai, UAE, May 2011: Mövenpick Hotel Deira has become a favourite for those looking for calm in the city. The hotel has allocated a portion of its guest rooms to a ‘Relax Zone’ According to the hotel’s general manager, Michael Nugent, some guests have asked for a dedicated space to relax and unwind. “What can I say? Customer feedback is fed back at the Mövenpick Hotel Deira and a working example is the…
May, 2011 - Dubai, UAE - Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, is scheduled to open two new properties in Dubai in Q3 2011. The 5 star Al Khor Rayhaan by Rotana and the deluxe hotel apartments Al Khor Arjaan by Rotana will be a part of the new expansion of Al Ghurair Shopping complex. The Al Khor properties are located on the Riqqa Road in the heart of Deira in Dubai.…
Raffles Dubai, the enchanting residence located in the Wafi lifestyle and entertainment complex, is well-known for its heartfelt and gracious service. In line with this reputation, Raffles Dubai hosted children from the START non-profit organisation in the Raffles Botanical Gardens yesterday for a fun-filled afternoon of refreshments, picture painting and lots of laughter. Each child received a special…
The unrivalled services, amenities and ultra-luxury propositions of two of Saudi Arabia’s most prestigious five-star hotels, Al Faisaliah Hotel, A Rosewood Hotel in Riyadh and Rosewood Corniche in Jeddah, will be showcased at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2011 in Dubai this week. With the cities of Riyadh and Jeddah positioned as key destinations for both business and tourism sectors, ATM is an important…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, April 30, 2011 – The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., a leader in global luxury hospitality, has announced plans to continue its rapid expansion in the Middle East with its first hotel in the capital and largest city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA.) The 493-room Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh is prominently situated within the Diplomatic Quarter and is next to the King Abdul Aziz…
Cristal Hotels and Resorts, the most dynamic hotel brand in the region, has revealed that its participation at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai from May 2-5, 2011 will be headlined by a showcase of its Cristal Salam hotel that is set to open in Abu Dhabi this July. The centrally-located hotel is currently in the final stages of completion, and will be open for site inspection from June. Cristal Salam…
UNWTO is deeply shocked by the bomb attack at the Argana cafe in Djemaa el-Fna square in Marrakesh, Morocco. On behalf of the international tourism community, UNWTO has conveyed its heartfelt sympathy to the Government of Morocco and its commitment to help in any way considered appropriate. “Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims”, said UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai. “I am…
Cape Sienna is located on the headland of Kamala Beach, the perfect place to discover the laidback tropical island charms of Phuket. The multi-awarding-winning resort is the recipient of the 1st Place in the Most Romantic Hotel in Asia category in the Trip Advisor Travellers’Choice Awards. Chic, modern and undeniably romantic, Cape Sienna invites couples to experience the sophisticated style of city…
