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BOOKS, BACKPACKS AND FUN: Sunwing and Bentley partner on Dominican Republic school project

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Sunwing, in partnership with leading luggage and handbag retailer, Bentley, has announced the donation of more than 250 new and gently used books and backpacks to the children of Concepción Bona School in the Dominican Republic.

This comes as a result of the successful back-to-school initiative spearheaded by Sunwing and Bentley in August 2021 to support children in destinations throughout the Caribbean that have been negatively impacted by the effects of COVID-19. Donations were collected in select Bentley retail stores across Quebec and Ontario.

“We are grateful to Bentley for their continued partnership with Sunwing and ongoing support of educational initiatives in destination,” said Samantha Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer at Sunwing.

“The local communities in the Dominican Republic rely heavily on the tourism industry for educational and employment opportunities, and the last two years have meant the need for more support. Sunwing and Bentley have collaborated to donate useful resources to local schoolchildren in support of their educational development at a critical time.”

Along with their English teacher and school principal, 25 students from Concepción Bona School were invited to the all inclusive Royalton Splash Punta Cana to collect the donations for their class and school, and enjoy the amenities on property for a day of fun. To celebrate the occasion, the students were joined by Sandrine Giry of Bentley, Sunwing Experiences and Nexus Tours representatives, Royalton Luxury Resorts’ Executive Team including Stefano Sturni, General Manager, Royalton Splash Punta Cana, Juan Tunon, Regional Director of Operations, Spanish Caribbean and Lucia Grullón, Regional Commercial Director for the Dominican Republic, and the hotel brand’s Talent and Culture Managers and Sustainable Tourism Coordinator.
“We are thrilled to have collectively donated more than 250 books and backpacks to schoolchildren in the Dominican Republic,” said Sandrine Giry, Vice President of Buying and Merchandising at Bentley. “It was a pleasure to be on the ground with Sunwing in Punta Cana this month to see first-hand how we, with the support of our customers, have been able to make a positive contribution to the community.”

The donated books and backpacks were flown to Punta Cana on board Sunwing Airlines at no cost, while Sunwing Experiences was instrumental in ensuring a seamless delivery to Royalton Splash Punta Cana.

As part of an ongoing commitment to give back to the local communities, the Royalton Luxury Resorts Executive Team hosts free English classes each week at Concepción Bona School for 376 students in grades four through six, helping to enrich their lives and jumpstart a new generation of tourism professionals.

The efforts of the hotel brand further reinforce the work of Sunwing’s Flying Start program, which aims to ensure that students in destinations that Sunwing serves are provided with the tools and building blocks needed for a successful education. Sunwing’s Flying Start initiative was established in 2018 and to date has supported educational programs in Jamaica, Tobago, Antigua and the Dominican Republic.

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NEW LOOK FOR EURAIL

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Eurail, the company behind the popular Eurail and Interrail Passes, has a new look, featuring a visual identity designed to pay tribute to its heritage while embracing what’s to come for rail travel.

Introduced in 1959 and 1972 respectively, the Eurail or Interrail Pass (for non-European and European citizens respectively), are available to travellers of all ages for use on an expansive network of train and ferry connections to travel in and between up to 33 countries.

The new design project is a partnership between Eurail and their Amsterdam-based brand agency, Fitzroy; and is an extension of work they have completed together since 2020 which includes an updated brand and creative strategy.

“The final design product is a true embodiment of the brand’s essence – capturing the curiosity to travel with a Eurail or Interrail Pass,” says Eurail.

Eurail’s products have been built on decades of brand-name recognition for the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass, with “Eurailing” and “Interrailing” even becoming verbs in their own right.

With the launch of the new design, the company says it is striving to build visual recognition alongside product recognition to bolster the impact of its marketing activities and remain unique in a highly competitive travel landscape.
Importantly, the design is meant to meet the current demands of marketing in a digital-first age and to remain top of mind and relevant in the highly competitive European travel market.

Since 2020, Eurail has offered a Mobile Pass alongside its traditional paper Pass and it is clearly a product Eurail audiences have an appetite for – given that now over 92% of Pass sales via Eurail.com and Interrail.eu are for a mobile Pass.

Eurail and Interrail Passes are available via the Eurail.com and Interrail.eu web shops, as well as via an extensive network of trusted distribution partners worldwide. Eurail B.V. is owned by over 35 European railway and ferry companies, and is based in Utrecht, the Netherlands.

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ROUND-UP:March 21-25, 2022

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Borders are opening to fully vaccinated travellers in Asia; Virtuoso is heading for Montreal; San Diego has a new theme park; Fort Lauderdale launched mlearning; and the Jamaica Tourist Board has a new BDM for Quebec and eastern Canada.

NEWS

With Canadians eligible to enter Korea again visa-free starting April 1, the Korea Tourism Organization’s (KTO) office in Canada says it will be restarting FAM trips, co-promotions, webinars, and more in support of the trade’s Korea products. Canadian passport holders entering for leisure purposes will be granted entry to Korea for up to 180 days, the same as it was prior to the pandemic; however, travellers entering Korea will be required to complete a variety of new steps to gain entry including PCR testing within 48 hours of departure. See the website for full details.

Tourisme Montréal and its partners have announced that the 2023 Virtuoso Symposium will take place in Montréal from May 15 to 21. This event brings together more than 400 local and international delegates annually for four days to meet and discuss the luxury travel sector, while discovering the host destination.

Toronto travellers have a new testing option on their way to Pearson airport. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), Switch Health and Metrolinx have collaborated to open at facility at Union Station, located in the UPStairs lounge on the second floor above the UP Express platform. Appointments must be booked ahead, and antigen results are available within and hour, enabling customers to do their test and have the result by the time they get to the airport. PCR tests can also be booked with same or next day results.

BORDERS

Starting May 1, New Zealand will open its borders to Canadians and others, moving forward its previously announced date in October.

Vietnam has scrapped quarantine and other travel restrictions for foreign visitors, effective immediately. Visitors entering the Southeast Asian country only need to show a negative COVID-19 test prior to arrival.

Fully vaccinated travellers no longer need to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken 72 hours before their arrival in Cambodia.

Similarly, visitors vaccinated for COVID-19 will no longer need a test before travelling to Thailand starting April 1. However, they will still need to take a RT-PCR test upon arrival and a self-administered rapid antigen test on the fifth day in the country.

Indonesia has lifted all quarantine requirements for overseas visitors entering the country, although foreign tourists are still required to have a negative PCR test before entering the country. This month, Indonesia also lifted the negative COVID-19 test result as a requirement for domestic flights.

Not to be left out, Malaysia is also set to welcome back international travellers for the first time after nearly two years of COVID-19 pandemic-related closures beginning April 1. Fully vaccinated travellers will not be subject to quarantine and are only required to take the COVID-19 RT-PCR test two days before departure and undergo professionally administered RTK-Ag within 24 hours upon arrival in Malaysia.

RE-OPENING/RE-START

The Canadian Tulip Festival is returning to Ottawa’s Commissioners Park again this year from May 13-23, with the event set to celebrate its 70th anniversary. More than 300,000 flowers – a legacy of the ‘Gift of Tulips’ from the grateful Netherlands to all Canadians after World War II – will bloom over one kilometer of strolling parkland on the shores of Dow’s Lake in Ottawa.

AIR

Meal service on Air Transat has been enhanced in both Club and Economy Class on certain flight segments, says the airline. For flights of more than three hours, Club Class passengers will now be able to choose between the “breakfast” or “lunch and dinner” hot meal offer, depending on the departure time of their flight. For departures starting May 1, passengers travelling in Club Class can pre-order their meal up to 72 hours before departure. On flights to and from Europe, a choice of two complimentary hot meals will be offered to Economy Class passengers.

Air France reports that its Canada-Paris summer schedule will include up to 49 flights a week including a daily flight between Vancouver and Paris. This ups the airline’s number of weekly flights out of Vancouver by two, while overall departures from Canada will be up 27% compared to summer 2019. Effective March 27, passengers will fly between Vancouver and Paris aboard B777-200s and a new Air France service from Quebec City also starts May 17, joining Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Edmonton gateways.

Ultra low-cost carrier Lynx Air has announced a major expansion out of the Toronto region this summer, adding four new destinations and five new routes to its network. Travellers will have access to Lynx flights out of both Toronto Pearson Airport and John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, with six destinations across the country to choose from: Halifax, St. John’s, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver. By the end of July, the airline will be flying 92 flights per week in and out of the Toronto area with more than 17,000 seats per week.

DEALS

The St. Patrick’s Day season is being celebrated by Collette with savings through March 29 on 19 tours to Ireland and the UK available through March 29. Clients can save up to 15% off with offer code CASTLE22. Travel dates are May 1 to Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 to Dec. 31, 2022.

Through March 31, Viking is offering special savings plus airfare from US$599 on all 2022 and ‘23 departures of its “Paris & the Heart of Normandy” river cruise itinerary in Europe.

Canadians can save up to 45% off Club Med packages through October. Additionally, clients may be eligible to receive free room upgrades, no single supplement, flexible cancellations, and free stays for children four and under. Some blackout dates apply.

TOURS

On March 31, the Andean Explorer, the first luxury train in South America, will ride the rails once again after a brief hiatus. The rail trip is designed to connect guests with the nature of the Peruvian Andes while travelling through some of the most spectacular landscapes in the country. The luxury train traverses one of the highest train routes on earth and travels from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca via the dazzling white city of Arequipa. Along the way, guests experience floating islands, fascinating archaeological sites, majestic natural wonders, and ancient kingdoms.

Connecting with nature might not be the first thing one associates with visiting West Hollywood, but locals know that Los Angeles is bursting with scenic trails and spectacular views. Each month, one of the most iconic venues in Los Angeles, Griffith Observatory, offers an hour-long sunset hike that starts and ends on the Observatory’s West Terrace and covers about a kilometre. It’s also an excellent spot to see the Hollywood sign! Or, one can get an up-close and personal look at the Hollywood Sign with Bikes and Hikes LA. This 5.6-km. hike ends right under the sign, the closest you can get.

HOTELS

Royal Palm Galapagos

Hilton is set to debut in the Galapagos Islands with signing of the Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection by Hilton (photo), a 21-room boutique estate nestled among one of the world’s most distinctive island ecosystems. The property on Santa Cruz is expected to convert to Hilton by July, representing the first international hotel brand name with a presence in the destination. Sustainability is at the epicentre of the hotel’s ethos and woven into the hotel’s operations, engagement with guests and the community.

In the Osterbro neighbourhood of Copenhagen, the new Villa Canada will allow guests to book the whole former Canadian embassy for parties or a stay in extreme luxury.

RESORTS

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has relaunched its Maui Academy – a seasonal program designed to be a modern ‘edu-(vac)ation,’ replete with complimentary activities aimed at educating the resort’s young guests on Hawaii’s remarkable culture and landscape. Through hands-on learning and vivid storytelling, the program, which returns through April 11 and again in July and August, is designed to foster a genuine connection to Hawaii for young people that will last for years.

High-end Excellence Resorts says it will invest over US$50 million to upgrade the premises and enhance the amenities of its all eight of its resorts in Cancun, the Riviera Maya, Punta Cana, and Montego Bay. Among the projects will be building 12 additional units at Excellence Oyster Bay in Jamaica, almost tripling its current offering to a total of 17 villas once completed. The new villas, like the original five at the property, will feature over 140 sq. m. of living space, a garden with a jacuzzi, a shaded porch, an outdoor lounge area with a pool, and a private stretch of beach.

CRUISE

The new Category+ program from Uniworld Boutique River Cruises allows guests to bid on potential stateroom upgrades ahead of departure. Clients will be invited to browse staterooms and suites still available on their cruise in a higher category than they originally booked, and then place an offer. Bids may be placed on multiple available staterooms to increase upgrade chances, but guests will only pay for their upgrade if it is accepted. Once an offer is either accepted or declined, the guest will be notified via email and immediately charged the amount of their offered bid. Travel advisors will also receive commission on that additional amount. Bids may be cancelled or modified up to five days prior to departure provided an acceptance has not already been made, and Uniworld will notify guests of acceptance no less than three days prior to departure.

The new 386-guest ‘Viking Mississippi’ was “floated out” in Louisiana earlier this month, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in June 2022, the Viking vessel will sail voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul.

ATTRACTIONS & THEME PARKS

The first Sesame Street theme park on the West Coast (and second in the US overall) opened March 26. Featuring Big Bird’s Beach, Oscar’s Rotten Rafts, and Cookie-Monster towers, the year-round, 6.5-hectare Sesame Place San Diego theme park is located just south of the city of San Diego and is the first theme park in nine years opened by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.

EDUCATION

Visit Lauderdale has launched Lauderdale Loyalist, a new interactive mLearning (mobile learning) training and sales experience for travel advisors. Already available online, Lauderdale Loyalist supports destination learning requirements and serves as an ongoing sales enhancement resource through a series of interactive learning modules including an introduction to Greater Fort Lauderdale and central themes including nature, arts and culture, and LGBT+. Available online, the program can be accessed via the App store or online at https://www.lauderdaleloyalist.com

EVENTS

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will host its inaugural Global Youth Tourism Summit (GYTS) in Sorrento, Italy, from June 27 to July 3, giving children and youth from every global region a platform to share their vision and hopes for the travel and tourism sector as it works to fulfil its potential as a driver of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Destinations International, the world’s largest resource for official destination organizations and convention and visitor bureaus (CVBs), reports that registration is open for its 2022 Annual Convention – to be held in Toronto. A first for the city, the event will be held July 19-21 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Information can be found HERE.

PEOPLE

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) in Canada has added Anne Palardy to the team as Business Development Manager for Québec and Eastern Canada. The travel industry veteran joins JTB from Sandos Hotels & Resorts, where she served as a BDM in eastern Canada. She has also worked in roles with Transat, Air Canada, Tourisme Montérégie, and CAA Québec. The trilingual Palardy is based in Montreal and replaces Louise Paquette, who recently retired after 26 years with the JTB. She can be reached at apalardy@visitjamaica.com .

DESTINATIONS

Game of Thrones exhibit

For eight seasons Game of Thrones was filmed at the Linen Mills Studio near Belfast, Northern Ireland. Now that production has ceased, the studio has been turned into a permanent attraction called The Game of Thrones Studio Tour, featuring artifacts ranging from design drawings to displays of the intricate costumes, the armoury containing thousands of unique weapons, examples of the special effects makeup, and interactive displays of how many of the special effects were created. Visitors can also see entire sets, such as the Winterfell Great Hall.

Starting this spring 2022, Knuthenborg Safaripark in Denmark will offer guests the opportunity to spend the night in Camp Zov Trigra, located in Europe’s biggest tiger forest. Believed to be only one of two such experiences in the world, guests will find only a window between them and the great cats, providing a unique insight into their lives. The Camp also offers various safari-stays that provide the opportunity to wake up to pensioned circus elephants, monkeys, giraffes, and other safari animals. Glamping tends can be booked on their website.

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Tourism Enjoys Strong 2022 Start While Facing New Uncertainties

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Tourism Enjoys Strong 2022 Start While Facing New Uncertainties - TRAVELINDEXMadrid, Spain, March 28, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourism continued its recovery in January 2022, with a much better performance compared to the weak start to 2021. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine adds pressure to existing economic uncertainties, coupled with many Covid-related travel restrictions still in place. Overall confidence could be affected and hamper the recovery of tourism.

• Read all the latest UNWTO News and Updates here.

Based on the latest available data, global international tourist arrivals more than doubled (+130%) in January 2022 compared to 2021 – the 18 million more visitors recorded worldwide in the first month of this year equals the total increase for the whole of 2021.

While these figures confirm the positive trend already underway last year, the pace of recovery in January was impacted by the emergences of the Omicron variant and the re-introduction of travel restrictions in several destinations. Following the 71% decline of 2021, international arrivals in January 2022 remained 67% below pre-pandemic levels.

Europe and Americas perform strongest

All regions enjoyed a significant rebound in January 2022, though from low levels recorded at the start of 2021. Europe (+199%) and the Americas (+97%) continued to post the strongest results, with international arrivals still around half pre-pandemic levels (-53% and -52%, respectively).

The Middle East (+89%) and Africa (+51%) also saw growth in January 2022 over 2021, but these regions saw a drop of 63% and 69% respectively compared to 2019. While Asia and the Pacific recorded a 44% year-on-year increase, several destinations remained closed to non-essential travel resulting in the largest decrease in international arrivals over 2019 (-93%).

By subregions, the best results were recorded by Western Europe, registering four times more arrivals in January 2022 than in 2021, but 58% less than in 2019. Additionally, the Caribbean (-38%) and Southern and Mediterranean Europe (-41%) have shown the fastest rates of recovery towards 2019 levels. Indeed, several islands in the Caribbean and Asia and the Pacific, together with some small European and Central American destinations recorded the best results compared to 2019: Seychelles (-27%), Bulgaria and Curaçao (both -20%), El Salvador (-19%), Serbia and Maldives (both -13%), Dominican Republic (-11%), Albania (-7%) and Andorra (-3%). Bosnia and Herzegovina (+2%) even exceeded pre-pandemic levels. Among major destinations Turkey and Mexico saw declines of 16% and 24% respectively as compared to 2019.

Prospects for recovery

After the unprecedented drop of 2020 and 2021, international tourism is expected to continue its gradual recovery in 2022. As of 24 March, 12 destinations had no COVID-19 related restrictions in place and an increasing number of destinations were easing or lifting travel restrictions, which contributes to unleashing pent-up demand.

The war in Ukraine poses new challenges to the global economic environment and risks hampering the return of confidence in global travel. The US and the Asian source markets, which have started to open up, could be particularly impacted especially regarding travel to Europe, as these markets are historically more risk averse.

The shutdown of Ukrainian and Russian airspace, as well as the ban on Russian carriers by many European countries is affecting intra-European travel. It is also causing detours in long-haul flights between Europe and East Asia, which translates into longer flights and higher costs. Russia and Ukraine accounted for a combined 3% of global spending on international tourism in 2020 and at least US$ 14 billion in global tourism receipts could be lost if the conflict is prolonged. The importance of both markets is significant for neighbouring countries, but also for European sun and sea destinations. The Russian market also gained significant weight during the pandemic for long haul destinations such as Maldives, Seychelles or Sri Lanka. As destinations Russia and Ukraine accounted for 4% of all international arrivals in Europe but only 1% of Europe’s international tourism receipts in 2020.

Economic uncertainty and pressures

Even though it is too early to assess the impact, air travel searches and bookings across various channels showed a slowdown the week after the invasion but started to rebound in early March.

It is certain that the offensive will add further pressure to already challenging economic conditions, undermining consumer confidence and raising investment uncertainty. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) estimates global economic growth could be more than 1% lower this year than previously projected, while inflation, already high at the start of the year, could be at least a further 2.5% higher. The recent spike in oil prices (Brent reached its highest levels in 10 years), and rising inflation are making accommodation and transport services more expensive, adding extra pressure on businesses, consumer purchasing power and savings, UNWTO notes.

• Read all the latest UNWTO News and Updates here.

This forecast is in line with the analysis on the potential consequences of the conflict on global economic recovery and growth by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), which has also downgraded its projection for world economic growth in 2022 from 3.6% to 2.6% and warned that developing countries will be most vulnerable to the slowdown.

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Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel with Enhanced Sustainability Performance

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Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel with Enhanced Sustainability Performance - TOP25HOTELS.com - TRAVELINDEXMonte-Carlo, Monaco, March 28, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The Principality of Monaco has committed to cutting its greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 from their 1990 levels and achieving full carbon neutrality by 2050. At the forefront of this challenge, Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort has been a leader in photovoltaic energy generation within the hospitality industry.

In partnership with Société monégasque de l’électricité et du gaz (SMEG – Monaco Power and Gas Company) Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort has installed a 1000sqm solar power plant composed of 788 tailored panels. Today it is the biggest rooftop photovoltaic energy system in Monaco. This project enables an energy saving of 160 MWh for a power generation of 154kWc, equivalent to almost all the outdoor lighting of the Hotel & Resort and equal to the annual consumption of around thirty dwellings.

To complement this renewable power generation, the Principality’s first Power Zone Station has been installed in the forecourt of Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort. This electric vehicle supercharger, which is usually located near highways, is one of the first in the world to be installed in the middle of a city. The Power Zone is powered directly by the hotel’s roof top solar panels and is 50 times faster than a conventional power outlet. EVs can be recharged in 20-30 minutes depending on the vehicle type. Drivers in Monaco can easily locate the Power Zone Station via on the Chargemap mobile app, further saving time and energy.

Along with supporting the Principality’s carbon reduction actions, Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort is also committed to reducing waste. The European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) has provided the Hotel & Resort with the opportunity to showcase several of its initiatives contributing to the circular economy.

During this week, the Hotel & Resort Chef Marcel Ravin participated in One day, One Chef, One Recipe organised by the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. Chef Ravin created a 100% no-waste recipe for the eco-responsible coffee break with his “Clementine and Bread of the Next Day”.

In addition, Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort employees received awareness training on management and sorting of waste during the EWWR. This training was carried out by the Monegasque Sanitation Company and took place within the Hotel & Resort’s facilities. The EWWR was also a chance to give back to the community and Hotel & Resort staff assisted with the collection of toys for the benefit of the Soleil Royal Association.

Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort General Manager, Frederic Darnet is committed to the continuous improvement of his establishment’s sustainability performance, and encourages his team to always, “Listen, be available and responsive, give the desire to surpass oneself and the freedom to undertake, lead by example, innovate and surprise to aim ever higher!”

To further enhance Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort’s contribution to sustainable hospitality, GM Darnet has also supported additional certification of the Blue Bay Restaurant under Restaurant Engagé Certification. The Hotel & Resort’s starred-restaurant Blue Bay must now commit to: staff training regarding eco-responsibility; installation of sorting devices at workstations; reducing single-use bags and encouraging reuse; workshops to raise awareness of the environment, sustainable consumption and zero waste; among many other directives. The Blue Bay is among a number of starred-restaurant in Monaco to obtain Restaurant Engagé certification.

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Luxury Resort Boutique to Open at The Grand Galvez Hotel

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Luxury Resort Boutique to Open at The Grand Galvez Hotel Lolo - TOP25HOTELS.com - TRAVELINDEXGalveston, Texas, United States, March 26, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Grand Galvez, has announced exciting plans and beautiful renderings for Lolo, the new luxury resort boutique, which will be located in Peacock Alley of the iconic renowned beachside resort hotel and spa on Galveston Island. The opening is scheduled for mid-summer 2022.

Lorenda Wyant, an interior designer who is collaborating with her husband, Mark Wyant on the renovations at Grand Galvez, has designed Lolo and is handling the merchandise selection. She has been involved in the retail business for many years, overseeing the boutiques at all of the hotels developed by her husband.

The carefully curated Lolo merchandise will reflect the luxurious renovations taking place at the hotel. The “new” Grand Galvez will offer a feeling of luxury and sophistication with an emphasis on stylish changes, focusing on an interpretation of modernism blended with the energy of the Gatsby era. The hotel’s refreshing renovations and creative design touches will intuitively meet the needs of every guest. (A detailed release on the renovations is included in the Dropbox.)

The Lolo design and merchandise color palette of the 500 square foot store and merchandise will be light, bright and colorful with whimsical touches of pinks, blues and vivid prints, all complementing the seaside location of the Grand Galvez.

“The inspiration for Lolo comes from many beach resorts and hotels we have visited around the world, including the original bathing suit and hat shop opened by Coco Chanel in the beachside resort of Deauville. I have always loved the history of fashion and seeing Coco’s first retail store was so memorable that when it came to naming the Grand Galvez beach resort boutique, Mark and I wanted to pay homage to her. With a ‘play’ on her name, we decided to use my childhood name ‘Lolo’ for the boutique’s branding,” said Lorenda Wyant.

Some of the chic clothing lines will include colorful caftans by Powder; swimwear, caftans and hats by Maaji; robes by Frette; baby clothes and swimwear by RuffleButts for babies and RuggedButts for boys; men’s swim trunks and shirts and Azul Siete; and sun protection lotions and oils by Hampton Sun. A signature lavender-based scent for Grand Galvez has been created by Dallas-based. Niven Morgan and his personal-care products and hand-poured candles will be available at Lolo. (Select merchandise images are in Dropbox.)

With its renowned history and exquisite setting, Grand Galvez is the site of hundreds of weddings each year. Mrs. Wyant has also selected beautiful bridal accessories from the “To Have and To Hold Collection” from Shiraleah, designed for bachelorette parties, bridal showers and gifts.

“We know many guests at Grand Galvez want to take with them a memory of their visit and we have created a selection of Grand Galvez-branded polo shirts and hats that will be for sale at Lolo,” said Lorenda Wyant.

About The Grand Galvez
The Grand Galvez, a 220-room resort hotel and spa, is a historic landmark property in Galveston, TX. Grand Galvez will be part of the Marriott Autograph Collection and has welcomed guests worldwide for more than 100 years. The AAA 4-Diamond property is the only historic beachfront hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast and is renowned as one of the finest Galveston hotels on the beach. Hotelier Mark Wyant, owner, Seawall Hospitality LLC, purchased the property from the heirs of Galveston Island-born oilman and developer George P. Mitchell in March 2021. Mr. Wyant, along with his wife, Lorenda Wyant, has instituted extensive renovations, which will embody the hotel’s beautiful architectural design while, at the same time, introducing an upgraded luxury and energy.

A native of Dallas, Texas, Mr. Wyant is an established hotel owner and developer in Texas, Florida, Louisiana and South Carolina. The purchase of the Hotel Galvez, now the Grand Galvez, will mark the third property Mr. Wyant has developed in Galveston. In 1999, he built the Holiday Inn Express at 1st and Seawall and then sold it in 2005. He developed the Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort in 2004, where the noted Capt. Jack’s once stood. In 2014, he sold it and created The Saint Hotel brand with award-winning properties in New Orleans, Key West and Charleston. In 2021, he sold The Saint Hotel New Orleans and The Saint Hotel Charleston. Mr. Wyant continues to own and operate The Saint Hotel Key West, a Marriott Autograph Collection property.

A history lover, Mr. Wyant strategically selects development properties that are in key US cities known for their history and excellent leisure, business and entertainment experiences. In every location, his primary goal is to embody and respect the city’s legacy, charm, and history.

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Meliá Chiang Mai to Celebrate April Grand Opening

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Meliá Chiang Mai to Celebrate April Grand Opening - TRAVELINDEXChiang Mai, Thailand, March 25, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Meliá Chiang Mai, a 260-key urban hotel in the heart of Thailand’s mountainous Chiang Mai, with some of the city’s most spectacular views and its highest rooftop bar, will open on 10 April 2022.

Owned by Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), and launched by Meliá Hotels International, Meliá Chiang Mai is the first five-star hotel to debut in Chiang Mai since the onset of the global pandemic. Situated on the lively Charoen Prathet Road, soaring over the River Ping and bustling Night Bazaar, the hotel is part of a roll-out of the Meliá brand in key destinations across Thailand that began with the launch of the nautical-themed Meliá Koh Samui, Thailand in January 2020.

With a design that pays homage to contemporary aesthetics and Chiang Mai’s charming history and culture, Meliá Chiang Mai is located six kilometers from the Chiang Mai International Airport, near an array of tourist attractions including the Old Town with its ancient moat and red-brick walls. The city’s oldest temple Wat Chiang Man, and the scenic Ang Kaew Reservoir are also within close proximity, with the elephant rescue center Elephant Nature Park, the stunning Mae Ya Waterfall, and UNESCO’s latest biosphere reserve Doi Chiang Dao in the mountainous surrounds.

Housed in a 22-floor tower fronted by an adjoining seven-floor podium building, Meliá Chiang Mai’s host of top-notch facilities includes two restaurants, two bars, and two lounges, one with an executive lounge on the 21st floor. Other facilities include Meliá’s signature YHI Spa with seven treatment rooms, a fully equipped fitness center, swimming pool, ballroom, four other meeting spaces, and a kids and teens club.

DINING

The hotel’s pièce de résistance is a 360-degree rooftop bar on the 22nd floor named Mai The Sky Bar. Comprising two bars connected by a glass bridge, the bar affords views of the River Ping to the city’s east and the famed Doi Suthep Temple on the mountaintop to the west.

Under the stewardship of multi-award-winning executive chef Suksant Chutinthratip, the hotel draws on Meliá’s Spanish origins and celebrates Spain’s famed gastronomy at its signature restaurant Mai Restaurant and Bar, on the 21st floor, and all-day dining restaurant Laan Na Kitchen.

Seating up to 38 diners, Mai Restaurant and Bar specializes in sumptuous contemporary Lanna (Northern Thai) style dishes with Mediterranean influences, as chefs prepare each dish à la minute from an open kitchen. Signature dishes include ‘Baked salmon trout fillet with nam prik oung pimentos‘ and ‘Pappardella soi curry noodles with yellow curry chicken and homemade pickled cabbage‘.

Laan Na Kitchen serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine ranging from ‘Salmorejo con tomate triturado’ to ‘Fideuá de marisco’ in a vibrant marketplace setting. In addition to its indoor area seating 110 diners and patio area catering to 26 more people, Laan Na Kitchen also features four private dining rooms.

Mai The Sky Bar serves an array of authentic Spanish tapas and pinchos as well as a vast selection of beverages including imaginative cocktails crafted by skilled bartenders.

The open-air Tien Pool Bar, located above the lobby on the second floor, embraces the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool ambience and lures guests with a variety of tasty snacks, many with a Spanish flair such as ‘Bocadillo serranito’, and a variety of refreshing beverages.

Next to Laan Na Kitchen on the ground floor, Ruen Kaew Lounge serves a healthy, small bites menu under the ‘My Balance by Meliá’ program as well as a wellness-inspired afternoon tea, coffee, and more.

The hotel also offers a 24-hour in-room dining menu including five distinct healthy breakfast sets, as part of ‘My Balance by Meliá’, as well as a Spanish, Chinese, and local breakfast selection.

​​In partnership with ‘Ori9in, The Gourmet Farm’, Meliá Chiang Mai is embracing the ‘farm to table’ social movement by establishing its own sustainable farm in San Sai District to harvest organic fruit, vegetables and herbs for its restaurants. Under its ‘360° Cuisine’ program, the hotel works closely with local farmers to improve sustainability, encourage ethical production, and help the farming community, give guests a peace of mind about where their food comes from and make communities and the overall food system more resilient.

Of the property’s extensive room portfolio, 38 rooms and six suites belong to ‘The Level’, an upgraded level of service and benefits that provides exclusive access to The Level executive lounge. A sophisticated area for savouring an upgraded breakfast, complimentary all-day snacks, afternoon tea and evening cocktails, the lounge is also suited to casual business meetings. Private check-in and check-out at The Level Lounge, late check-out until 2pm (subject to availability), complimentary ironing of garments, and a 10% discount at the YHI Spa are among other The Level benefits.

GUEST ROOMS AND SUITES

Meliá Chiang Mai’s nine categories of contemporary, bright, and homely accommodations include rooms ranging in size from 30sqm to 54sqm and suites starting at 62sqm and topping out at 113sqm. All accommodations feature a king-sized bed (with two single beds also available) and mod-cons such as a flat-screen TV with a selection of international channels, tea and coffee-making facilities, and ironing facilities.

The lead-in ‘Meliá Room’ offers city vistas with west-facing rooms providing a window on sunsets over one of Thailand’s most iconic attractions, the historical Buddhist temple on Doi Suthep mountain, and east-facing rooms that take in sunrise over the Ping River.

The ‘Meliá Corner Room’ and ‘Meliá Premium Room’ are both fully soundproofed and feature a chaise-longue that stretches the entire length of the glass wall.  The 54sqm ‘Premium Corner Room’ is fully equipped with a sofa, table and chairs, and modern amenities including a mini-bar and alarm clock. The Family Room, also 54sqm, offers ample room for additional beds, with connecting rooms available upon request.

Located on the higher floors of the hotel, the 62sqm ‘Level Suite’ offers a round bathtub and sweeping views of Chiang Mai. Commanding 113 sqm on the 20th floor, ‘The Level Presidential Suite’ is the epitome of elegance and sophistication. The Level Lounge is available to guests staying in ‘The Level Room’, ‘The Level Premium Room’, ‘The Level Suite’, and ‘The Level Presidential Suite’.

SPA AND WELLNESS

Meliá Chiang Mai’s YHI Spa will feature seven private treatment rooms, designed in an underwater theme, and a traditional Thai herbal sauna to help cleanse, detox, and ease muscle tension.

The YHI Spa features four single treatment rooms, two double (or couples) treatment rooms, and one double room for Thai massage as well as a separate room for pedicures with two seats.

The spa’s professional therapists use ancient Asian healing wisdom combined with modern wellness techniques in a full range of body treatments from massages and scrubs to wraps and facials, leaving spa-goers revitalised and refreshed. Treatments are based on organic Thai wellness brand HARNN’s products, made with natural ingredients via methods handed down the generations of Thai artisans.

Overlooking the outdoor swimming pool on the second floor, the gym includes premium fitness equipment from the latest Matrix line by Johnson including treadmills, elliptical trainers, and exercise bikes, as well as a free weights station and a collection of weights machines.

MICE FACILITIES

An idyllic venue for events and weddings, the property’s extensive conference facilities include a 358-sqm ballroom named Yi Peng Grand Ballroom and two function rooms on the tower’s second floor above the lobby, and a 185-sqm multi-purpose function room on the podium building’s top floor, the seventh floor.

The ballroom’s 173-sqm pre-function area is connected to the outdoor swimming pool and Tien Pool Bar. As part of the ‘Power Meetings by Meliá’ program, the Power Lounge features a pool table, drinks area and funky seating suited to down-time between meetings.

Khom Multi-Function Room, on the seventh floor, opens to a 222-sqm outdoor terrace that also lends itself to events due to views of Chiang Mai, the river, and the mountains. The Khom Multi-Function Room adjoins a secret garden, that makes for a welcome surprise during coffee breaks.

“As one of the most popular places to visit on any travel itinerary to Thailand, we can’t help but be optimistic about the future of Chiang Mai’s tourism industry,” said Mrs Wallapa Traisorat, Meliá Chiang Mai’s owner and AWC’s CEO and President. “Trading on the mystic splendor of Northern Thailand, this flagship hotel is part of AWC’s efforts to build a better future for Thailand’s tourism landscape and economy amid the new normal.”

“Following the successful launch of Meliá Koh Samui, Thailand, Meliá Chiang Mai marks an exciting expansion of Meliá Hotels International in Thailand,” said Mr Ignacio Martin, Area Managing Director South East Asia of Meliá Hotels International. “To deliver Meliá’s warm Spanish hospitality, distinctive passion for service and focus on the customer’s wellbeing, this hotel’s launch is all the more remarkable in these trying times.”

“Meliá Chiang Mai will open with about 160 employees and will eventually employ a total of 240 people,” said Meliá Chiang Mai’s General Manager, Mr Edward E. Snoeks. “In addition to being hugely beneficial for local employees and their families, the launch of the first five-star hotel to open in the city since the start of the global pandemic is a much-needed morale boost for the local tourism industry.”

To celebrate its opening, Meliá Chiang Mai is offering rates starting from THB 2,499 (USD 76) per night for a Meliá Room with breakfast. The offer also includes a 20% discount on food and beverage and YHI Spa treatments. For stays of two nights or more, the hotel offers a complimentary round-trip transfer from Chiang Mai International Airport, cocktail, and tapas plate per stay. Bookings of four nights or more come with a complimentary guaranteed upgrade to the next room category, for bookings from now until 30 April 2022 for stays from 10 April until 31 October 2022.

About Asset World Corp Public Company Limited
Asset World Corp Public Company Limited is a holding company under TCC Group operating leading integrated lifestyle property development in Thailand. The company has two main businesses consisting of the Hospitality business managed by top hotel executives of world-renowned hotel brands such as Marriott, The Luxury Collection, Okura, Banyan Tree, Hilton, and Sheraton and Retail, Wholesale and Commercial properties whose projects include 1) Retail and Wholesale including lifestyle travel destinations, community shopping malls, community markets, and wholesale business real estate. Popular real estate projects consist of ASIATIQUE the Riverfront Destination, Gateway at Bangsue, AEC Trade Center – Pantip Wholesale Destination, and Tawanna Bangkapi and 2) Commercial buildings including the famous Empire Tower and Athenee Tower located in Bangkok’s central business district.

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the best-known international brand in the portfolio of the Meliá Hotels International company; it has more than 100 city and resort hotels in the main leisure and business destinations of Europe, Asia, Africa and America. The brand offers exemplary meetings and events facilities in all important business cities as well as in exotic locations, catering to the ever-expanding conference and incentive travel market. As part of its innovation philosophy and new positioning, Meliá Hotels & Resorts has reinvented itself to cater to every aspect of the guests’ wellbeing. Unique experiences are created for guests and are defined by relaxation, quality time and personalised services. For a balanced lifestyle, Meliá Hotels & Resorts instinctively understands the guests’ needs and lifestyle expectations, which is an integral part of its redefined identity.

About Meliá Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International operates more than 380 hotels (portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries, under the brands Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and TRYP by Wyndham. The Group is one of the leading companies in resort hotels worldwide, while also leveraging its experience to consolidate the growing segment of the leisure-inspired urban market. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led the Group to become the most sustainable hotel company in Spain and Europe in 2020, according to the SAM Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). It also has ranked seventh in the Wall Street Journal’s list of the 100 most sustainably managed companies in the world (and the leading travel company) and is the only Spanish travel company included in the list of “Europe’s Climate Leaders 2021” by Financial Times. Meliá Hotels International is also included in the IBEX 35 Spanish stock market index and it is the Spanish hotel leader in Corporate Reputation (Merco Ranking).

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Mountain and Snow Tourism Summit Looks to Sustainable Future

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Mountain and Snow Tourism Summit Looks to Sustainable Future - TRAVELINDEXAndorra la Vella, Andorra, March 25, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The 11th World Congress on Snow and Mountain Tourism has concluded with a shared commitment to centre innovation and promote investment in green infrastructure and low-impact travel experiences.

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Held as part of the UN Year of Sustainable Mountains, the Congress focused on the recovery of tourism and on an approach to the future based on understanding the tourist’s needs while also preserving natural and cultural resources. Also on the agenda was ensuring the well-being of mountain communities and addressing issues such as innovation, sustainability and digital transformation.

Tourism as a beacon of hope

We can show the world that tourism stands united, that our sector can offer answers and generate the trust that we all need in such difficult times

During his official visit to Andorra, UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili met with Prime Minister Xavier Espot Zamora and the Minister of Foreign Affairs Ms. Maria Ubach Font, discussing their existing partnership and identifying possibilities for further collaboration in the future. At the Congress, Mr Pololikashvili highlighted the sector’s unique ability to provide hope in difficult times. “We can show the world that tourism stands united, that our sector can offer answers and generate the trust that we all need in such difficult times,” he said.

Prime Minister Xavier Espot Zamora said: “The World Congress on Snow and Mountain Tourism, which is held biannually in Andorra, is an excellent forum for debate on the sustainable development of tourism. Our country works intensely with projects to improve the quality of tourist services, diversify the offers and maximize the experience of tourists.”

High-level participation

Over 400 participants from 23 countries gathered in Andorra, which has organized the bi-annual event in partnership with UNWTO since its inception. Among this year’s participants were private and public sector as well as the Ambassadors to Andorra or Spain of Cabo Verde, Bulgaria, France, Guinea-Bissau, Kazakhstan, Spain and Saudi Arabia, a show of the importance and opportunities for cooperation in this area. More than 200 participants also joined online. Speakers included, among others, the Atout France, Andorran Michelin Start Chef Jordi Grau, Slow Food Travel, the Basque Culinary Centre (BCC), the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), Huttopia, Intrepid Travel, Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency, Cluster Montagne in France and a series of startups.

Minister of Tourism of Andorra, Jordi Torres Falcó concluded: “As we have seen over these two days, only together and building synergies, can we make tourism recovery solid as the future of tourism sustainable in its three pillars – environmental, social and economic.”

A high-level panel on policies for mountain tourism, made up of Jordi Torres Falcó, Minister of Tourism and Telecommunications of Andorra; Dauren Abayev, Minister of Culture and Sports of Kazakhstan; Simon Zajc, Secretary of State, Ministry of Economic Development and Technology of Slovenia; Fernando Valdés; Secretary of State for Tourism of  Spain, Sofia Zacharaki, Viceminister of Tourism of Greece and Massimo Garavaglia, Minister of Tourism of Italy (stressed the importance of creating a strong adequate governance that brings together different levels of government and the private sector, addressing climate change and invest in infrastructure.

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Alongside this, promoting and growing gastronomy and wellness emerged as key priorities for the future of mountain tourism. Further recommendations from the Congress included the need to monitor tourism in mountains and its impact to better manage resources and waste produced, respecting destinations’ carrying capacity and empower mountain communities.

Tourism for rural development

The Summit provided an opportunity for the UNWTO leadership visit Ordino, recently included in the UNWTO Best Tourism Villages Upgrade Programme. Here, Secretary-General Pololikashvili recalled how tourism can be a driver of rural development, promoting the promotion and preservation of local culture and values.

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IATA Announces First Industry-Developed Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology

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IATA Announces First Industry-Developed Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology - AIRLINEHUB.com - TRAVELINDEXGeneva, Switzerland, March 25, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Recommended Practice Per-Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology. IATA’s Methodology, using verified airline operational data, provides the most accurate calculation methodology for the industry to quantify CO2 emissions per passenger for a specific flight.

As travelers, corporate travel managers, and travel agents are increasingly demanding precise flight CO2 emission information, an accurate and standardized calculation methodology is critical. This is particularly true in the corporate sector where such calculations are needed to underpin voluntary emissions reductions targets.

“Airlines have worked together through IATA to develop an accurate and transparent methodology using verified airline operational data. This provides the most accurate CO2 calculation for organizations and individuals to make informed choices about flying sustainably. This includes decisions on investing in voluntary carbon offsetting or sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) use,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General.

IATA’s Methodology takes into account the following factors:

– Guidance on fuel measurement, aligned with the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA)
– Clearly defined scope to calculate CO2 emissions in relation to airlines’ flying activities
– Guidance on non-CO2 related emissions and Radiative Forcing Index (RFI)
– Weight based calculation principle: allocation of CO2 emission by passenger and belly cargo
– Guidance on passenger weight, using actual and standard weight
– Emissions Factor for conversion of jet fuel consumption to CO2, fully aligned with CORSIA
– Cabin class weighting and multipliers to reflect different cabin configurations of airlines
– Guidance on SAF and carbon offsets as part of the CO2 calculation

“The plethora of carbon calculation methodologies with varying results creates confusion and dents consumer confidence. Aviation is committed to achieving net zero by 2050. By creating an accepted industry standard for calculating aviation’s carbon emissions, we are putting in place essential support to achieve this goal. The IATA Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology is the most authoritative tool and it is ready for airlines, travel agents, and passengers to adopt,” added Walsh.

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Centara Announces Re-opening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket

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Centara Announces Re-opening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket - TRAVELINDEXPhuket, Thailand, March 25, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announces the much-anticipated reopening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket on 1st April 2022. Located a few minutes’ walk from Karon Beach, one of Phuket’s finest beaches known for its white powder soft sand and turquoise waters, Centara Karon Resort Phuket is widely acclaimed as one of Thailand’s best family resorts. Consistently ranked as one of Tripadvisor’s Best Family Hotels, it provides the ultimate in family entertainment but it is also a perfect relaxation and play space for couples, groups and solo travellers.

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The resort offers a comprehensive range of facilities including three swimming pool areas with separate children’s pools, waterfalls and waterslides. SPA Cenvaree offers rejuvenating treatments for singles and couples, and features steam rooms and Jacuzzi spas. Youngsters have their own supervised Kids’ Club, Camp Safari, and a hangout zone for teenagers, E-Zone.

Centara Karon Resort also offers an exciting choice for all tastes, including Thai, Asian and international cuisines along with themed dinners in the evenings at Lotus Restaurant. Azure enjoys a beautiful setting beside the Lagoon pool and serves modern Italian favourites, while The Mix transforms from a coffee corner during the day into an evening lounge bar with great music, live sports, cocktails and refreshments.

Fully vaccinated travellers arriving from overseas can enjoy a Test & Go quarantine-free visit to Thailand following the government policy of a negative RT-PCR test result on the day of arrival. Guests travelling to Phuket are required to book a RT-PCR test.

Guests enjoy peace of mind when staying with Centara Hotels & Resorts as the group continues to follow strict safety protocols and adhere to certified health and hygiene procedures with the comprehensive Centara Complete Care programme across all its properties.

Test & Go packages at Centara Karon Resort Phuket start from THB 4,380++ per person per night in a Deluxe Pool View Room, inclusive of secure transfer from Phuket International Airport to the resort and roundtrip transfers to the medical centre for RT-PCR testing on arrival. Guests are welcome to stay for one night or unwind for much longer with preferential rates and a choice of experiential offers.

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About Centara
Centara Hotels & Resorts is Thailand’s leading hotel operator. Its 89 properties span all major Thai destinations plus the Maldives, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, China, Japan, Oman, Qatar, Cambodia, Turkey, Indonesia and the UAE. Centara’s portfolio comprises six brands – Centara Reserve, Centara Grand Hotels & Resorts, Centara Hotels & Resorts, Centara Boutique Collection, Centra by Centara and COSI Hotels – ranging from 6-star hotels and luxurious island retreats to family resorts and affordable lifestyle concepts supported by innovative technology. It also operates state-of-the-art convention centres and has its own award-winning spa brand, Cenvaree. Throughout the collection, Centara delivers and celebrates the hospitality and values Thailand is famous for including gracious service, exceptional food, pampering spas and the importance of families. Centara’s distinctive culture and diversity of formats allow it to serve and satisfy travellers of nearly every age and lifestyle.

Over the next five years Centara aims to become a top 100 global hotel group, while spreading its footprint into new continents and market niches. As Centara continues to expand, a growing base of loyal customers will find the company’s unique style of hospitality in more locations. Centara’s global loyalty programme, Centara The1, reinforces their loyalty with rewards, privileges and special member pricing.

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