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Welcome Beyond has announced that Riad Enija in Marrakech, Morocco is now part of their selection of unique vacation homes & boutique hotels worldwide. Riad Enija, called the mother of all Riads in Marrakech, is a 'thousand and one nights' experience. With 4 palace houses connected through corridors and only 9 suites and 6 rooms, Riad Enija is the perfect place to escape the lively Medina in…
Emirates is making matrimony even more blissful for 'Wedding World Tour' newlyweds Jason and April Niedle. Deciding to discover the meaning of marriage in different cultures, the Niedles, married in Los Angeles on February 11, are en route to explore culturally unique, distinct wedding ceremonies in Thailand, Kenya and Greece. The couple will experience the use of elephants in a Thai ceremony; a traditional…
ibis Al Barsha has partnered with Rolling Stone Middle East as official hotel sponsor for the first ‘Battle of the Bands’ competition, a live event aimed at showcasing the musical talent in the Middle East region, which will kick off from 11 to 12 February at Dubai Festival City. According to general manager Philippe Montaubin, the hotel’s support for this event shows the ibis brand’s commitment to the young…
As the Middle East's hotel industry looks optimistic, luxury hotel group Fairmont Hotels & Resorts outlines importance of tailor-made guest experiences in putting new offers and programs into practice in 2011. With the brand expanding its presence globally and specifically in the Middle East with a number of exciting hotel and mixed-use projects in the UAE, Cairo, Oman and Fujairah afoot, Fairmont Hotels &…
Pop the question on Hayman and receive a complimentary Romantic Wedding. Couples who become engaged on the island during A Month of Love on Hayman in February 2011 will be invited to return to paradise for their nuptials, complete with wedding celebrant, ceremony location and set-up and the assistance of a Hayman wedding planner. And, for The Ultimate Proposal, try a dreamlike candlelit dinner, a rose-petal…
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announces that it has signed an agreement with the Deputy Ruler of the emirate of Sharjah, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah Bin Salem Al Qassimi, to manage its first hotel in Sharjah, a business and leisure travel destination designated as an Arab Capital of Culture. The new Sheraton Sharjah will open beginning of 2013, marking the debut of Starwood in the…
Amman, Jordan, 24th January 2011: ibis Amman, the first internationally branded economy hotel in Jordan, is confident of a stellar 2011. Buoyed by higher than projected occupancy figures since it opened its doors in November 2009 the hotel predicts a stronger and upbeat outlook for the year, in light of Jordan’s growing tourism initiatives. Christophe Landais, Managing Director of Accor ME said: “In perfect…
Sometimes, just being personable and friendly can go a long way in scoring a free hotel upgrade. But for times when a nice smile and pleasant demeanor is not enough, here are some other tricks to try. 1. Timing -- Check in later, between 4-6PM as the front desk can see the cancellations and no-shows of that day. Also, if your dates are flexible, don't book on busy holiday times, as upgrades cannot be given if…
Hayman is proud to announce it will donate $50 from every new accommodation booking made during this month, for visits to the Great Barrier Reef resort, to the Queensland Government Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal. Whilst Hayman has not been directly impacted by the floods, and has generally enjoyed the beautiful weather typically associated with Queensland, the Hayman team has been deeply saddened by the…
The Taj wedding fair takes place this month from the 18th to the 19th February with an excellent line up of exhibitors and a host of prizes to be won. Wedding photographer Darrin James will be offering a complimentary engagement photo shoot for couples who book their wedding shoot at the fair and the Taj Hotel Cape Town is providing a door prize of a two night stay with breakfast for two at the Taj Cape Town…
This Valentine's, Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin will be offering an exclusive stay for those who wish to create an unforgettable experience for their loved one. Become the most distinguished couple at the hotel for the night, at HK$19,999 +10% service charge, and enjoy One-night's stay in the 2,560-square-feet Presidential Suite, featuring a spacious dining and living room with open pantry; Master…
Corporate palates can be quite discerning and extremely demanding in its preferences. One to One hotel- the Village, Abu Dhabi’s unique boutique style hotel, has tasted success in serving this class of gourmets with business lunches at their different outlets. The popularity of these outlets speaks well of the class and quality of cuisine that One to One is known for. Executives on the go can start their…
The DIFC, the UAE-based financial and business centre and gateway between the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region (MEASA) and the world, and the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) signed today a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the strategic cooperation between the two entities. The MoU aims to encourage institutional integration to provide efficiency and better service for…
Global Village, the premier cultural, shopping and family entertainment destination, today announced lights, fireworks and laser shows will usher in the New Year 2011, offering visitors an opportunity to share in the excitement at the most popular venue for outdoor events. The specially-organised activities will start at 10:00pm on 31 December and will continue till the stroke of midnight that marks the…
Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), the award-winning loyalty programme from Starwood Hotels & Resorts, held its first regional ‘Millionaire’ Amateur Golf Challenge at the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Abu Dhabi Thursday 09 December Robert Smith a SPG member since 1994 and a keen golfer with a handicap of 16. was the lucky tournament winner. Robert walked away with one million Starpoints - equivalent to up to 100…
From 3 to 5 December 2010, Emil Minev, executive chef at Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa, Maldives, opened the doors of the resort's kitchen to Chef Laurent Pourcel, ambassador of fine French cuisine, for the resort's first culinary festival. Set in the midst of the jungle, in the atmospheric Javvu Restaurant and aboard the luxury yacht of the resort, each event offered guests a unique dining experience…
LONDON – Five years after Le Méridien’s acquisition by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), Le Méridien has been redefined, now boasting the brand’s strongest portfolio in its 38-year history and its strongest performance indicators. In a total brand re-launch, from product consolidation to a new and highly innovative brand strategy and a major service culture transformation programme, Le…
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat and Europcar have announced a strategic partnership during the official opening of the Europcar rental desk in the hotels' lobby. "The central location of the Radisson Blu Hotel is ideal for us and very convenient to our growing customer base, it allows us to even further expand our services within Muscat and of course market ourselves strategically to the hotel guests of the…
