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Marriott Hotels, the flagship brand of Marriott International Inc., and Netflix announced a groundbreaking partnership to revolutionize the guest room entertainment experience. Guests staying at select Marriott Hotels will be able to subscribe to Netflix or sign into their existing accounts simply by using the Netflix app on the hotel’s internet-connected guest room televisions. For Marriott guests who…
If the summer heat is getting you down, the Crowne Plaza Amman has just the right solution. They have recently renovated their majestic swimming pool and claim that it is the first hydro/heated pool in Amman. Two jaccuzis and a pool for children have also been added to meet the aquatic needs of guests. Amman is the most popular city among Irhal visitors. Perhaps some of you can visit the Crowne Plaza Amman…
Carlson Rezidor re-enters Libya by announcing the Radisson Blu Hotel, Misrata. The 126-rooms property is scheduled to open in early 2016 and will be the first internationally branded hotel in Misrata. The hotel the conversion of an existing hotel and currently undergoing full renovation to meet Radisson Blu’s high service and safety standards. “We look forward to arriving in Misrata. We know Libya from our…
Who said all it takes for a good night’s sleep is a comfy bed? Irhal has put together the top 8 really, really cool hotels from around the world to inspire your adventurous side - and perhaps convince you to pay a visit this summer. 8. Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur Located on the island of Jag Niwas in Lake Pichola, Udaipur, India, the Taj Lake Palace is one of the most romantic and luxurious hotels in the…
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Inc., recently announced the debut of the highly anticipated St. Regis Istanbul. St. Regis has tripled its global footprint in the last decade to 34 hotels and is set to open three more hotels this year, strengthening its position as a leader in luxury hospitality. The hotel is situated in the upscale Nişantaşı region and is surrounded by…
Bonded by a tree rooted in culture and tradition, The Ritz-Carlton hotels of Washington, D.C. and throughout Japan have collaborated on an exclusive guide to celebrating Sakura, the iconic Cherry Blossom season. Here are their top three ways to celebrate the festival: 1. Viewing Locations: Discover thousands of blooming cherry trees by visiting the Tidal Basin in Washington D.C. A multitude of parades,…
The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin knows how to impress its guests with personal service. Particularly for guests from the Middle East, the hotel at the heart of Berlin has expanded its offer and provides an Oriental ambience including Qur’an and prayer rug as well as special attention to the needs and wishes of guests travelling for medical reasons. In addition to the comforts of the hotel, which are tailored to the…
A stunning 381m tall structure in the Swiss Alps resort of Vals is slated for completion in 2019. It will eclipse the current tallest hotel in the world - the JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai. The 7132 Tower - named after the resort's zip code - has been inspired by Dubai's architectural marvels. Remo Stoffel, the man behind the project, runs Dubai's largest facilities management company, Farnek, and has been…
Younger guests at the Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi can now enjoy new activities during their stay, as part of the Ritz Kids program, in collaboration with the Ocean Futures Company. The Ocean Futures Company, founded by Jean-Michel Cousteau, is intended for children aged between four and twelve years. It provides classes that teach the importance of four principles - water; which emphasizes the importance of sea…
Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts, part of the Rezidor Hotel Group, currently operates more than 230 hotels worldwide with another 51 projects under development. As part of this development, the iconic hotel chain is adding two new hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia early this year; Radisson Blue Red Sea Palace Hotel in Jeddah, and Radisson Blu Resort in Jizan. The Radisson Blu Red Sea Palace Hotel in…
The Conrad Hotels have an app for their tech savvy guests which helps them in ordering dinner or arranging an airport pickup or booking a spa without calling the front desk. If you are a regular guest at Conrad Hotels worldwide, the app could be useful in preparing for your trip. It can also act as an important aide during your stay. Many hotels have launched their apps lately and it remains to be seen if…
“Internet connectivity is no longer an amenity. It has become an integral part of travelers’ daily lives and a basic expectation,” said Kristine Rose, vice president of brands for Hyatt. “Travelers shouldn’t have to remember which brands or locations offer it for free or the strings attached to get it.”
If hiking up a mountain or walking on a hilly road for six hours and discovering an abandoned village are things that give you pleasure, you will experience the ultimate joy at the newly opened Alila Jabal Akhdar Hotel in Oman. Even getting to the hotel will be an adventure - it is a 2.5 hours drive from Muscat Airport and you need a 4X4 to get there. Perched 2,000 meters above sea level in Jabal Akhdar,…
The latest social media craze has arrived at W Doha. The luxury resort has just launched its Snapchat account and wants guests to communicate with it on this new medium which has so far been the domain of the under 25 generation. In fact, over 71% of Snapchat users are under 25 years old and most are under 18. How many of them are likely to be W Doha guests? How many will want to follow W Doha on Snapchat is…
With over 1,700 rooms, the new 5-star Anjum Hotel in Makkah welcomed 50,000 Hajj pilgrims in 2014 (1435 Hajj season) and is now looking forward to the 2015 Umrah and Hajj season. Ahmad Sabry, General Manager of Anjum Hotel, said: “Anjum Hotel enjoys a prime location within the complex of the Holy Mosque. Our hotel offers a large parking space and can easily accommodate almost 40 buses at the same time.” With…
Wouldn't you be surprised if you saw a complimentary water bottle in your hotel room with your name and picture printed on it? Personalization to an extreme degree? Or perhaps a little eerie? “Discovering this little novelty in the room upon arrival makes them smile enjoying the welcoming environment,” according to Mr. Sam Ioannidis General Manager of Four Seasons Baku, Azerbaijan, who implemented this…
If you want to see a glorius sunset head off to the newest Movenpick Hotel and Resort that opened on December 6 2014 in Koh Samui, Thailand. The resort overlooks several tropical islands in the Gulf of Thailand and is located on the northwest coast of Koh Samui. When you are in Thailand you have to enjoy the gastronomic delights of the country and the hotel's Terrace restaurant offers an open-air beachfront…
Dubai now has another luxury destination. The Four Seasons Hotel has just opened in Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. The resort's 237 rooms and suites open to large balconies some of which can accommodate a dining table for those who wish to dine with the stars or see the glittering Dubai skyline. Simon Casson, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Dubai, has this to say about the new…
