Highlighting the real spirit of the festive season, the Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel Dubai hosted a very special Christmas party on December 24, serving up lunch to 100 members of the Special Families Support Group (SFS) from Ajman, Dubai and Sharjah.

The group is a non-profit organisation established to provide emotional and practical assistance to families with children with special needs, in particular providing connections between those in similar circumstances. Open to all nationalities, SFS was started 10 years ago with just three families and now has more than 100 member families across the emirates.

According to hotel General Manager Scott Butcher, the event was an uplifting occasion enjoyed by children, parents and hotel staff alike: “Christmas is the ideal time for children to get together and celebrate, and by bringing these families here for a festive lunch, our team at the Park Regis Kris Kin helped spread good cheer and felt the magic of the festive season too.”

Providing entertainment on the day was the famous Pakistani singer Huma Khawaja as well as dancers from the Dubai-based Shiamak Dawar’s Dance Troupe.

Organiser Neena Nizar praised the arrangements, which, she said, resulted in happy faces and smiles all round: “We had a wonderful day -the staff were so meticulous and the service was grand.”

Located in Bur Dubai, the 390-room Park Regis Kris Kris has been open for over a year and operates a full community events programme in support of charitable causes.

For more information, please visit http://www.parkregisdubai.com

Dera Rawatsar is a family boutique hotel located in the heart of Jaipur offering admirable services in the hospitality sector of the city. Owned by the house of Rawatsar that hails from the royal Rajput lineage of Kandhlot Rathore clan, the hotel is well-known as a genuine Rajasthani host. Bringing in the very spirit of the historical city into its tangible and intangible aspects of accommodation, Dera Rawatsar gives a very original Rajasthani experience to its guests and is an appreciable choice among the Jaipur Hotel Packages.

The accommodation at the hotel is a throwback into the princely splendor of olden days. 16 well-appointed air-conditioned rooms that showcase authentic traditional furnishings is a virtual tour into the past magnificence of the royal city. The elaborate silks, linens and drapery attribute a splendor to the rooms which bestows a regal experience on the guests. Available in deluxe, superior and royal categories, the rooms exhibit charming elements of luxury that belonged to the royal houses of Jaipur. The couture hotel has paid special attention to blend the warmth of traditional hospitality with all the convenient amenities of modernity. Wi-Fi/Internet, Complimentary tea/Coffee maker, direct cable television, direct-dial telephone, study Desks and mini bar are some of the covetable features that are available here.

The General Manager of the hotel was available for a comment and said thus, “To our guests, we give an opportunity to explore the myriad hues of Jaipur from a different panorama. You will find the soothing harmony of traditional Indian hospitality and modernism on a homely stay with us. You will also have the pleasure of meeting a remarkable woman – Padmashree Rani Laxmi Kumari Chundawat, who heads the Rathore family. She is known for a path breaking decision on abandoning the Purdah system in the feudal era and had served three times in the Indian Assembly.

The restaurant of this grand family hotel in Jaipur serves rich Indian flavors with more emphasis on the traditional Rajasthani delicacies. Those who are looking for ethnic modes of rejuvenation can opt for Ayurvedic massage, yoga and meditation. The guests are also assisted in a tour to explore the sights and sounds of the city. The boutique hotel is a good choice among the Jaipur Hotel Packages for its charming hospitality and impressive facilities.

About Hotel Dera Rawatsar

Dera Rawatsar is a family boutique hotel in the Jaipur run by the House of Rawatsar. Located close to the central bus station, railway terminus and airport, the budget hotel is a perfect choice for a tour of Jaipur. A stay at the hotel is all about experiencing the hospitality of the royal city of Jaipur, steeped in its marvelous traditions.

Hotel Address

Dera Rawatsar D -194/C, Vijay Path,
Behind Sindhi Camp Bus Station,
Bani Park, Jaipur – 302 016, INDIA
Tel: +91-141-220 6559, 220 0770
Fax: +91-141-236 0717
E-mail: [email protected] , [email protected]
URL: www.hotelderarawatsar.com

Joining in the country-wide celebrations to mark the 40^th National Day of the United Arab Emirates, staff at the Grand Millennium Dubai proudly wore the anniversary Spirit of the Union emblem on specially designed t-shirts during the day.

They invited guests to embrace the festival atmosphere with a raising of the flag ceremony followed by cutting of the special cake, designed in the shape of the country and decorated with the black, red, white and green national colours – a masterpiece created by the hotel’s culinary team.

Throughout the day, Arabic coffee, dates and cookies were on offer, ensuring everyone at the hotel enjoyed the patriotic spirit, according to General Manager Peter Mansourian.

“It was a momentous day for the UAE as a nation, and at the Grand Millennium Dubai, we hope we contributed to the occasion, making it memorable for both our staff and our guests,” he said

For more information about the hotel, please visit http://www.grandmillenniumdubai.com

BANGKOK, Thailand (July 1, 2011) – The Siam, debuting fall 2011, is pleased to announce the appointment of Donald Wong as director of sales and marketing.

Hailing from exotic Fiji with Chinese/Scottish ancestry and an Australian/Canadian education, Mr Wong’s early globetrotting lifestyle inspired his future career path as an hotelier. He has spent fourteen years honing his sales and marketing skills and contacts at some of the world’s most luxurious hotel brands. Most recently Mr Wong served as general manager of sales with Aman Resorts South Asia and China, managing seven resorts within the coveted portfolio. During his six years with Aman Resorts he also served as resident manager of Amankora Paro, Bhutan and global sales manager of Amansara, Cambodia. Prior to this, he spent two years as director of sales and marketing at two of Asia’s most historic properties: Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh and Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Siem Reap. Mr Wong’s firsthand knowledge of the Southeast Asia region will undoubtedly prove invaluable in his new role at Bangkok’s premier urban resort.

Before moving to Asia, Mr Wong developed an in-depth knowledge of the Australian market at the beginning of his career. He served as director of global sales for the region with Raffles International Hotels & Resorts, based in Sydney, and held senior positions at several other high-end local properties, including director of sales and marketing for Carlton Hotels, business development manager at the Observatory Hotel and sales manager for Forte and Le Meridien Hotels Australia and New Zealand.

Mr Wong’s long-standing relationship with travel networks such as Virtuoso & Signature, as well as his regular attendance of key regional trade shows like ILTM and Travel Mart, form an integral part of his extensive luxury hospitality experience.

Of his new role Mr Wong says, “I am very excited to be given the opportunity to join The Siam’s team of talented individuals led by General Manager Jason Friedman, who shares my desire to make The Siam the most talked about hotel on the planet.”

Mr Friedman continues: “Over the years, Donald and I have shared guests between the Four Seasons Golden Triangle and Aman Resorts. Our relationship grew out of a mutual passion to make our guests’ experiences the best possible. It never mattered that we worked for different brands; the key was our ability to work together for our guests. Donald’s carefully cultivated relations with global VIP guests and his network of ultra- luxury agents are unparalleled assets for The Siam. We share the same vision and I am excited to be on this adventure with him.”

Contact Donald Wong:

E-mail:              [email protected]

Mobile:              +66 (0) 818-439-868

In South Mumbai’s elite district stands The Shalimar Hotel. This 4-star property takes its name seriously when it comes to hospitality. With a name based on the Shalimar diamond, the hotel strives to deliver exemplary services reflective of the grandeur and brilliance of the gem. The hotel enjoys proximity to the main Mumbai airport, being only a 40-minute drive from the same. It also offers guests the convenience of a stay in one of the best luxury hotels in South Mumbai, which is surrounded by the most happening shopping and entertainment destinations, fashion hubs and business centers of the city.

The accommodations at The Shalimar Hotel come named after the themes that they embody. The five concept rooms are called Zen, Smart, Comfort, Classic and Lifestyle. The Zen accommodations have been styled to exude the finest qualities of the Buddhist philosophy. The Zen rooms are designed to exemplify a harmony of elements in a living space, without compromising on aesthetics. Equipped with all the modern amenities expected of a four star hotel in Mumbai, the Zen accommodations are meant to be a peaceful haven for those looking to unwind.

The ‘Smart’ rooms are styled to be contemporary accommodations for the enthusiastic traveler of today. Adorned with energy efficient lighting, these rooms have been designed on the principles of color therapy, and thus use a mix of tones meant to enchant and relax its guests. Each of the ‘Smart’ rooms come with a personality of their own and varies from the other in color scheme and design.

The ‘Comfort’ accommodations have been designed to offer maximum luxury, capable of pleasing even the most discerning of guests. Equipped with controlled air conditioning, a digital safe, LCD Television, high speed internet access, tea/coffee maker, fully stocked mini-bar, hair dryer, shaving mirror, weighing scale, upscale bathroom amenities and 2 line Teledex Telephone with Data ports, these rooms cater to the leisure as well as business travelers.

The ‘Classic’ rooms at this four star hotel in Mumbai come inspired by Oscar Wilde, who believed in simplicity. Designed to embody a timeless appeal, these real value suites come underpinned with understated comfort. And, while the Classic rooms charm with their simplicity, the ‘Lifestyle’ accommodations are creative spaces infused with luxurious elements. Offering an exciting mix of vintage, oriental, glam and avant-garde elements, the ‘Lifestyle’ rooms have been created to entertain their guests with a harmonious melody of concept designs. This luxury hotel in South Mumbai also offers a host of other facilities including a spa, plethora of options for food and beverages, high-end salon, fitness centre and more.

For more information visit http://www.theshalimarhotel.com/default.html

Hotel Royal Empire is one amongst the premier deluxe hotels in Jaipur and a favourite amongst business travelers, thanks to its world-class business-friendly amenities and close proximity to the international airport of the city.

Hotel Royal Empire combines world-class luxury and comforts with close proximity to the international airport, thus making it an ideal destination for business travelers. Evocative of the splendor of the royal era, the rooms of Hotel Royal Empire are featured by elegantly decorated interiors. The Hotel is equipped with a rooftop swimming pool and a royal treat restaurant. The Bar serves the best brands of cocktails, mocktails and spirits in a lavish ambience.

The Hotel features a host of amenities for leisure and business travelers – Royal Suits, Deluxe Rooms, LCD TVs, Spa Services, In Rooms Safes, In Room Check In and Check Out, In Room Dining, a Wi-Fi enabled Business Center, Banquet Hall and a host of business friendly amenities making it an ideal place for corporate meeting, product launches and business get-togethers.

For Press Information:
Hotel Royal Empire
83, Girdhar Marg, JLN Marg,
Near Fortis, Jaipur (Rajasthan)
Tel: 0141-4001011 Fax: 0141-4001015
Mobile: +91-9799375175 (24 Hrs.)
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.HotelRoyalEmpire.com

A serviced apartment can be less expensive than equivalent hotel rooms.  The boom in cheap international travel has pushed the interest in serviced apartments to new heights at the expense of the use of hotels.

The term ‘serviced apartment’ is used when referring to an alternative for hotel accommodation for either short or long stay leisure and business traveler, and these apartments range from studio apartments to two or three bed roomed luxury.  The larger apartments offer a separate living area, a kitchen bathrooms and bedrooms.

Is it any wonder that interest is high in serviced accommodation which is similar to residential apartments, and many tourists, and business personnel alike are opting to go for this type of accommodation rather than a hotel, which only provides one bedroom with bathroom en-suite.

A lot of London hotels are seeing a move away from a hotel stay to luxury serviced apartments in the city.  Facts are facts hotels in London will charge on a daily tariff with additional costs to eat, whereas an apartment for rent in London will give flexibility in terms of an option to cook without any extra charges thus saving money on a holiday or business trip.

A stay in London whether for business or leisure, opt for a serviced apartment which has many advantages over a hotel stay, offering copious facilities and space, gives the traveler a feeling of home away from home.

Serviced apartments in London are self-contained units, and for those working away from home, the benefit of a kitchen and living space is of significant benefit, offering room to relax and work as required, also renting a two or three-bedroom apartment provides much more space for a family than a hotel room, and gives parents freedom to move around the apartment in the evening with no worry of disturbing their sleeping children.

Whatever the reason for being in London, work, holiday or just looking for a permanent home, eating out can be an expensive business, clearly having your own kitchen provides guests with choices, just simple things such as a cup of coffee or tea will be on hand without calling for room service, and of course no rushing down to the restaurant for meal serving times, or searching for an open restaurant after a long day.

A spokesman for Dolphin House which is part of the Dolphin Square complex in London, said “our luxury serviced apartments are located in the heart of Westminster convenient for transport networks and entertainment amenities, they are exactly what tourists and businessmen and women are looking for, as it is becoming apparent that it is no longer acceptable to confine ones self to a hotel room for weeks or months on end”

It is no secret that serviced apartments offer freedom, space, choice and flexibility to the demanding traveler and more importantly there are considerable financial cost savings, therefore no surprise that interest is high in securing one of these apartments to rent in London.

For further information visit:  www.dolphinsquare.co.uk/house/

New York is travelers’ paradise without any doubt and that also makes it pretty clear that this beautiful city hosts millions of tourists every year. Now the question that may arise in someone’s mind is how do so much of tourists adjust to stay in this so costly and advanced city? Well, the answer to this confusion can be just one, the cheap hotels in New York. You can find a great deal of cheap hotels in the city even though there are a range of luxurious and star hotels.

Joseph says, “It was already in my mind to gift something unusual and very mind-blowing to my wife and children on this Christmas and by God’s grace I got to book a trip to New York. All these have been possible just because of the hotel booking site Cheap Hotel Deals in New York and I believe it would have never been so easier for me until and unless I book such cheap hotels through this site and cut my extra costs!”

However, it is quite obvious for one to get confused in finding out the cheap hotels in New York right on the first visit to the city. The only best solution to this dilemma is the online holiday sites. As there are a range of US based online holiday sites, all good and suitable deals on the hotels can immediately be found by one.

Cheap Hotel Deals in New York is a trust-worthy and reputed holiday site that keeps access to all cheap hotels found in the New York City. You can find the details about the hotels like its location, the distance of the important places from the hotel, the amenities provided in these along with the charges per night.

cheap hotels in New York

Touring is a wonderful experience. Hotels in Cochin can experience lot of new things. But the tour can be sometimes very expensive. Will it stop you from visiting places? Will you stop touring places of your choice? If you are planning to stop your holiday tours, it does not sound good. We can find lot of alternatives to reduce our expenses at a tour. These alternatives will make your tour less expensive and economical. One of the ways to reduce the expense is to rent a car in the city where you are traveling. Car rental is a very good option to cut the cost of traveling in the city.

In Kerala there are many hotels in Cochin and car rental companies. Sometimes people can make a mistake that the public transport in Kerala is very cheap, but actually it will take away your precious time. You may have to wait for hours at the public transport stations. If you manage to get one it will take away both your money and energy. So it is always hire a car rental in Kerala. The Kerala rent a car is very cheap and you can make the most of your time and money.

Suppose you have planned to visit Kovallam beach, Thrissur Zoo, Munnar hill station and other places, it is better to hire a car from car rental. If you rely on public transport to visit all these places, it may take four days to complete at the cost of wasting your time and energy. A car hired from hotels in Cochin one of the car rentals of Kerala will help you to cover the places in two days in a comfortable fashion. Again, when you go to a remote place, the local driver can take you to the destination faster than a driver who is from far away places. So why wait? Hire a car from one of the Car Rental companies of Kerala and make your tour a memorable one.

hotels in Cochin

November 14, 2010, Islamabad- Number Three and Number Three Lush, the two new Islamabad guest house that were launched recently, have managed to be counted as the best luxurious guest house in Islamabad. The boutique hotels cum guest house in Islamabad are centrally located and are affordable. People who have stayed at the guest house in Islamabad Pakistan are already impressed with the comfortable and luxurious services that are offered here. There are limited rooms in the guest house Islamabad but they are spacious and are very comfortable.

Talking about the accommodation that are offered by the Islamabad guest house, the founder, Mrs Uzma Chaudhry said, “ We introduced Number Three and Number Three Lush recently and our main aim was to offer best services to our guests. Our central location allows our guests to travel to any part of the city conveniently and explore it. The markets are very close to the guest house in Islamabad Pakistan and this makes it convenient for our guests to shop there. At the guest house we make sure that the guests are comfortable and provide them with all the luxurious amenities.”

The hotels are apt for travelers who are there for leisure trip and for business purpose as well. Proper facilities are offered to the guest that allows them to hold conferences and business meetings at the guest house in Islamabad Pakistan. All the rooms have attached baths and are equipped with modern facilities that ensure that the guests enjoy the luxuries offered at the hotel. Another good thing about the guest house is that they offer good accommodation at affordable prices.

The different amenities offered at Number Three and Number Three Lush includes wi-fi facility, concierge service, business centre which is equipped with the best equipments and other facilities. The hotels have in house multi-cuisine restaurants also that serve delectable cuisines to the guests here.

Mrs Chaudhry further said, “We have paid special attention to the architecture and interiors of hotels and have managed to come up with a splendid result. At our guest house in Islamabad, the guests can enjoy a beautiful view and have the ease to visit any part of the city easily. We also make sure that the food served at the restaurant is good and is hygienically prepared. The market is near the guest house Islamabad which allows our guests to enjoy the local cuisines that are served there.”

To know more about the Pakistan guest houses, visit www.numberthree.com.pk.

guest house in Islamabad