MĀUA Nusa Penida – Bali, Indonesia Awarded “The Reader’s Choice – Favourite Hotel Award 2022” by Exquisite Media

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MĀUA Nusa Penida – Bali, Indonesia Awarded “The Reader’s Choice – Favourite Hotel Award 2022” by Exquisite Media

Bali – Māua Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia, recently received a prestigious award as the Reader’s Choice – Favourite Hotel 2022 by Exquisite Media. The award was received by Sebastien Menesguen at Exquisite Media’s 12th Anniversary event in Seminyak, Bali, on October 20th, 2022.

Exquisite Media is a high-end luxury publication with demographic readers in the Asia Pacific. An annual event, the Exquisite Awards are given to those outstanding Hotels and destinations that exceed customer quality and hospitality experience expectations, as well as being role models for the high-end Indonesian travel and tourism industry. The most luxurious, exquisite, and exciting hospitality brands compete for this award yearly through online voting. This year, the online vote started from September 1st until October 10th, 2022.

MĀUA Nusa Penida, true to its brand concept, is an eco-luxury resort designed for a calm, peaceful, and relaxing ambiance. It features 25 villas that offer the perfect setting for forging a connection to the beauty, romance, nature, and island lifestyle. MĀUA Nusa Penida offers a range of amenities for the ultimate relaxation, including spacious Villas with open windows that give way to a private pool and magnificent views of Gamat Bay.

“The brand, Māua is inspired by my Māori heritage from New Zealand. This brand is a sustainable, environmentally friendly space and was conceptualised keeping in mind the changing needs post-covid. The first hotel to carry this brand is in Nusa Penida and the response it has received has blown us away,” said Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, the global Hotel Management company behind Maua Nusa Penida.

“We are truly delighted and honoured to receive this award. Māua Nusa Penida is a newly opened and the first Māua branded property. However,  I am humbled to see that the eco-luxury retreat Māua Nusa Penida has become an Exquisite Media’s reader’s favourite hotel in such a short time. We highly appreciate the public response and the Exquisite Media for giving us the opportunity for us to be part of thethis luxury awards.” commented Sebastien Menesguen, Māua Nusa Penida’s General Manager.

Māua Nusa Penida is aiming at reducing the carbon footprint, maintaining the natural habitat, and its surroundings of the natural elements. It features 25 villas offering the perfect setting for forging   a connection with beauty, romance, nature, and an untempered island lifestyle. The property highlights the natural elements by combining concrete modernist architecture, the original limestone terraces, and Nusa Penida flora in iconic landscaped terraces and gardens that accentuate the natural beauty of the island.

For further information, please contact:

Marlina Agustin

Regional Marketing Communication Manager – Bali

Email: marcomm-bali@swiss-belhotel.com

Gabriella Stephanie

Multimedia Coordinator – Māua Nusa Penida

Email: mmcmanp-bali@swiss-belhotel.com

The Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, Puts Up an Impressive Show at the World Travel Market London 2022

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The Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, Puts Up an Impressive Show at the World Travel Market London 2022

The Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, participated in the World Travel Market London (WTM) recently to showcase and promote its facilities and services to the international travel trade.

Speaking at the WTM, Khaled Saab, General Manager for Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, said, “The World Travel Market is a leading global event for the travel and hospitality industry. It is one of the most important trade shows for us as the Western European countries led by the UK and Germany rank among leading markets into our destination. The Residence Inn by Marriott is a well-known brand among the world’s top tour operators and, therefore, the WTM offers us the perfect platform to connect and conduct business with them.”

Commenting on the significance of UK as a major feeder market for Dubai in terms of tourism, Khaled stressed, “There has been a major focus from our destination and its stakeholders on UK and we believe it will remain one of the top source markets for Dubai. The message that we are conveying at WTM this year is that at the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, we are proud to welcome guests to experience the world’s largest and tallest Residence Inn by Marriott and enjoy exceptional comfort and freedom that the brand is renowned for around the world in the heart of Dubai. Our gym and the spa are the largest in size too when compared to other hotels in our area.  In addition, being part of the Marriott Bonvoy Rewards Program, we offer our guests a world of exclusive member benefits and extraordinary experiences including complimentary Wi-Fi, member-only rates, and points that take them places.”

Featuring 430 modern residential rooms and suites, many of which boast impressive views of the Sheikh Zayed Road and Jumeirah coastline, Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road offers travellers a ‘home-away-from-home’ experience with personalised service and amenities. The spacious rooms and one and two-bedroom suites, all have fully equipped kitchens, peaceful sleeping areas, and distinct living and working spaces. Each well-appointed suite is thoughtfully designed to provide a sense of openness to live without constraints.

Giving guests and residents the chance to create meaningful connections over memorable dining experiences, the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, boasts diverse culinary options with multiple onsite restaurants. Guests can dine in, eat out, grab and go, or cook in their suite. The possibilities are endless so no matter what mood you are in, you can always find just what you are craving. Wake up to a rich complimentary international breakfast featuring fresh, hot, and healthy favourites at the Panorama Restaurant located on 43 level or enjoy an extensive a la carte menu for lunch and dinner.

Cabana N Grill, situated on level 47, features relaxing pool side cabanas offering an international menu and a range of shisha flavours, mocktails, sparkling beverages, fresh juices, and soft drinks. Under development is a show kitchen where guests will be able to order food and pay based on the weight of the item.

Recently the hotel opened its new restaurant Sicily Café E Bistro. Located on the ground floor, the vibrant restaurant serves a wide array of refreshing and delicious international culinary delights and bites in a relaxed yet trendy ambiance.

Ensuring guests thrive during their stay, Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, offers a variety of amenities and conveniences including complimentary grocery delivery service, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, a well-equipped gym open 24 hours a day, sauna, and steam room, rooftop swimming pool and jacuzzi with expansive views of Dubai’s famous skyline, spa, tennis court, beauty and hair salons for ladies and gents, and multiple meeting rooms with flexible conference and event spaces.

About Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, member of Marriott Bonvoy, enjoys a prime location on Sheikh Zayed Road near the city’s key business and leisure attraction such as the Dubai International Financial Centre, Museum of the Future, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Emirates Towers, and World Trade Centre. It is the world’s largest and tallest hotel to join the Residence Inn by Marriott brand.

Featuring 430 modern residential rooms and suites, many of which boast impressive views of the Sheikh Zayed Road and Jumeirah coastline, Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road offers travellers a ‘home-away-from-home’ experience with personalised service and amenities. The spacious rooms and one and two-bedroom suites, all have fully equipped kitchens, including refrigerator, microwave, hob, cookware, washing machine and dryer.

Giving guests and residents the chance to create meaningful connections over memorable dining experiences, the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, boasts diverse culinary options with multiple onsite restaurants. Guests can dine in, eat out, grab and go, or cook in their suite. The possibilities are endless so no matter what mood you are in, you can always find just what you are craving.

Ensuring guests thrive during their stay, Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, offers an array of amenities and conveniences including complimentary grocery delivery service, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, a well-equipped gym open 24 hours a day, sauna, and steam room, rooftop swimming pool and jacuzzi with expansive views of Dubai’s famous skyline, spa, tennis court, beauty and hair salons for ladies and gents, and multiple meeting rooms with flexible conference and event spaces. Both the gym and the spa are the largest in size when compared to other hotels in the area. 

For more information, please visit marriott.com/DXBSZ

All the 2023 public holidays in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the UAE

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  • New Year’s Day, January 1
  • Eid al-Fitr: April 20, 21, 22 and 23
  • Arafat Day: June 27
  • Eid al-Adha: June 28, 29, 30
  • Islamic New Year: July 19
  • The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday: September 27
  • Commemoration Day: December 1
  • National Day: December 2, 3

Ajman Bank Signs Agreement with VaultsPay to Implement Innovative Payment Solutions

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Ajman Bank Signs Agreement with VaultsPay to Implement Innovative Payment Solutions

Ajman Bank, one of the leading Shariah compliant banks in the UAE, has signed a partnership agreement with VaultsPay, a UAE Fintech Company to build and implement a highly innovative payments value proposition for businesses and individuals in the UAE. This partnership will form the basis of growth in the digital financial solutions in the UAE and will significantly change the way customers manage their finances through more intuitive and smart functionalities.

Mr. Mohamed Amiri, Chief Executive Officer, Ajman Bank, said, “We are glad to collaborate with VaultsPay as part of our ongoing commitment to strengthen the payments infrastructure with the most advanced, secure and cashless payment solutions. Our goal is to develop a robust electronic payment ecosystem driven by data and insights to increase the safety and security of electronic payments. It complements our strategy and vision to address the needs of our customers with the most innovative products and services.”

This strategic partnership will enable Ajman Bank to expand its existing payments business capabilities and provide individuals and businesses with digital access to full suite of financial services in the UAE in collaboration with Vaults Pay. 

Mr. Ahmed Bin Braik, Chairman, VaultsPay, said, “We are excited in partnering with Ajman Bank and launching a unique acquiring host platform that will provide a comprehensive payment gateway solution and card issuing services via a customer-centric and secure digital app-based platform.”

 Inspired by the UAE’s National Payment System Strategy of moving towards cashless society, VaultsPay was founded in April 2020 in UAE Since then VaultsPay has achieved many significant milestones and captured its market share in a very short period of time which is increasing gradually.  VaultsPay aims to expand beyond the UAE and become the leading Fintech Company in the MENA Region.

Mr. Abdulla AL Suwaidi, VaultsPay CEO, said “Having Ajman Bank as our trusted banking partner will provide VaultsPay a strong foundation to deliver the first SuperApp for the UAE for all type of products and a seamless customer experience for businesses and individuals through an innovative payment platform and superior service delivery. This collaboration between Ajman Bank and VaultsPay will offer the first UAE acquiring host platform for other acquirees and payments service providers.”

VaultsPay has developed a unique Payment gateway platform which is a proprietary platform designed, built, and managed by its experienced in-house team of developers. The platform undergoes yearly PCI DSS Level 1 audit and certification. VaultsPay has successfully partnered with a first class e-commerce platform  ‘emall.ae’ that allows enterprise users to offer and sell products, and individuals and enterprise entities to buy products.

Swiss-Belhotel International Embarks on a Celebration of Togetherness to Mark its 35 Years of Achievements

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Swiss-Belhotel International Embarks on a Celebration of Togetherness to Mark its 35 Years of Achievements

25th September 2022 marks the 35th Anniversary of Swiss-Belhotel International. On the occasion, the Group has announced a Celebration of Togetherness for its guests and associates all through the month of September 2022. As part of the celebrations, both guests and staff members can enjoy an exciting line up of activities ranging from guest photo competitions to staff potluck parties.

Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, said, “We are delighted to celebrate this special milestone with our guests, owners, partners, and colleagues. The past 35 years have given us plenty of reasons to celebrate and we are proud of our accomplishments. It was only possible thanks to the love and appreciation shown by our guests, the trust and support given by our owners, and the dedication and hard work of each and every member of our team. While looking forward to a future of opportunity we remain committed to make a positive difference to our people, communities, and the planet. As we continue to grow, togetherness lies at the heart of everything we do.”

Starting from 1 September, every hotel under the Swiss-Belhotel International banner will run a photo contest for guests whereby they will be invited to take a picture with Swiss-Belhotel International logogram in it and then post it on their Instagram tagging @swissbelhotel @sbecbenefits and @hotelaccount with hashtag #SBI35Years. Each participant will receive 1 free non-alcoholic drink served at the hotel’s F&B outlet.

The winners will be announced on 30th September. 35 winners from each region (105 total) will be selected to be awarded with SBEC Benefits Connoisseur membership (with 35% discount on Rooms and Dining in any SBI hotel globally), valid for 1 full year and no limit on visits. Region’s breakdown: Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA); Asia (Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand); and Australasia (Australia & New Zealand).

To demonstrate togetherness all hotels will update current social media profile picture by displaying Swiss-Belhotel International logogram on top of brand colour.

As part of the in-house activities, all staff members are encouraged to participate in the varied events ranging from ‘Get creative with Swiss-Belhotel International logogram to corporate social responsibility initiatives, staff quiz: how well you know Swiss-Belhotel International? Potluck parties and gratefulness wall.

American Express Recognized on 2022 PEOPLE Companies That Care List

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American Express Recognized on 2022 PEOPLE Companies That Care List

Great Place to Work and partner PEOPLE magazine today selected American Express as one of the 2022 PEOPLE Companies That Care.

The list identifies what GPTW and PEOPLE consider the best companies to work for in the U.S. that go above and beyond for their colleagues, support their communities and strive to make the world a better place.

The magazine and GPTW cite Amex’s overall support for small businesses, including our $1 million initiative to provide grants to 25 historic small restaurants as well as our global Shop Small campaign that drives awareness to independent businesses and how they contribute to their neighborhoods and the economy.

For our colleagues, there are specific callouts to our Healthy Minds and Healthy Living programs.

The award is based on over 1 million employee-survey responses and data from companies that are already certified as Great Places to Work.

This award goes beyond companies being “nice,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place to Work. The companies that make this list prioritize caring for people and the environment to be “part of their daily fabric,” she adds. 

American Express Chief Corporate Affairs and Communication Officer Jennifer Skyler shares below how being an official PEOPLE Company That Cares aligns with Amex’s Blue Box values:

Q: How is the idea of ‘care’ demonstrated through the American Express Blue Box values?

Our Blue Box values really serve as a guidepost for how we operate and serve our customers and communities as a team. That’s evidenced in the positive, engaging and inclusive culture we strive to provide for our colleagues; in our customer relationships that are built on trust; integrity and excellence; and in our efforts to support our communities and operate responsibly. A tangible example that reinforces the way we demonstrate care through our actions is Amex Flex, our new way of working. In designing Amex Flex, we listened to feedback from colleagues and prioritized their needs in both their professional and personal lives to so they can perform their best. We are continuing to listen, learn and iterate based on what colleagues are telling us. 

Q: American Express has done a lot to drive meaningful change for its customers, colleagues and communities, why is that important to the company strategy?

Supporting our colleagues, customers and communities is imperative to who we are as a company. Our company mission is to make a positive impact on people’s lives through “the powerful backing of American Express.” We back our colleagues, customers and communities because we believe when they thrive, our company does too. That means providing our colleagues with a best-in-class experience that enables them to thrive. In turn, they serve our customers with the integrity and service excellence that they’ve come to expect from our brand, while supporting our communities to make a positive impact in people’s lives and the world we live in. 

Q: How do colleagues extend the company’s values into their own communities?

We have various opportunities for our colleagues to engage in our community giving efforts. Our Give2Gether and Serve2Gether programs for charitable giving and volunteering initiatives are great examples. In 2021, we engaged over 13,000 colleagues globally through our Give2Gether campaign and matched their contributions to causes of their choice, raising over $8.9 million toward nearly 4,000 non-profit organizations across 78 countries. In addition, we are seeing increasing engagement with our Serve2Gether consulting, volunteering and pro-bono skills development initiatives. Two examples: last year our colleagues engaged with our Plant-a-Tree campaign, ensuring the Nature Conservancy could plant 100,000 trees; and those participating in our skills-based volunteering programs have doubled.

To learn more about the 2022 PEOPLE Companies that Care List, click here: https://people.com/human-interest/people-100-companies-that-care-2022/

LG to Tease Exclusive PLAYMOBIL Collectibles at IFA 2022

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LG to Tease Exclusive PLAYMOBIL Collectibles at IFA 2022

LG Electronics (LG) in collaboration with PLAYMOBIL®, Germany’s renowned toy manufacturer, is set to unveil an exclusive collection of LG-themed toys at IFA 2022 in Berlin. The adorable, new figures and toy appliances will be available from next year at a series of online and offline events aligned with LG’s commitment to creating F.U.N (First, Unique and New) customer experiences.

Displayed in the Lifestyle zone of the company’s IFA booth – along with LG’s latest, premium home appliances – are three of the brand-new character figures created by LG and PLAYMOBIL. There’s the safety-conscious and always-ready-to-help Henry (a.k.a. ‘LG Man’), the popular kitchen and lifestyle influencer Nora and the fashion-forward J. J.

Helping the trio of LG-PLAYMOBIL personalities to live a comfortable, miniature-scale lifestyle at home are toy versions of LG’s innovative appliances, including washing machines, InstaView™ ovens and InstaView refrigerators, and the all-in-one WashTower™.

The cute characters and pint-sized appliances will also be maintaining a social media presence, appearing in entertaining content across LG’s online channels, including the Home Appliance Company’s official Instagram account, the Life’s Good Kitchen (@lifesgoodkitchen).

“We’re delighted to give IFA visitors a sneak preview of our fantastic new toy collection, created in collaboration with Germany’s own PLAYMOBIL,” said Roh Soo-kie, head of brand communications at LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “Consumers will be able to get their hands on these very collectible, little toys at exclusive events and promotions starting in early 2023. We will continue to offer interactive activities that deliver unique customer experiences and highlight LG’s ongoing commitment to innovation for a better life.”

Visitors to IFA 2022 (September 2-6) in Berlin, Germany, can learn more about the new toy collection at LG’s exhibition booth in Hall 18, Messe Berlin.

Feast on Family Brunch Buffet at the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

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Feast on Family Brunch Buffet at the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Weekends call for something special! Get together with your family and friends over a sumptuous Family Brunch Buffet at the beautiful Panorama Restaurant in the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. Feast on a variety of delicious salads, soups, main courses, grills, live cooking stations and delectable desserts. This lavish spread of international favourites comes with an elaborate kid’s buffet as well as free swimming pool access.

Keeping the little guests entertained are a whole lot of fun activities in a supervised play area with exciting games, competitions, and popular Disney characters.

Rolling out the promotion, Khaled Saab, General Manager for Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, said, “Nothing is more enjoyable than sharing quality time with your family and friends over great food followed by a leisurely afternoon. Our Family Brunch is truly special and features an irresistible variety of signature specialities and international dishes drawn from the world’s most popular cuisines. The setting is equally relaxing and allows you to have a wonderful experience including great activities for children.”

Family Brunch Buffet

§  When: Every Saturday from 12.30 PM – 3.30 PM

§  Where: Panorama Restaurant at Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

§  Price:

–       AED 108/ PERSON

–       AED 188/ TWO PERSONS

–       AED 258/ THREE PERSONS

–       AED 315/ FOUR PERSONS

PRICE INCLUDES MINERAL WATER AND MOCKTAILS SHOOTERS FROM A SPECIAL COUNTER.

§  FREE Pool Access and Kids’ activities

§  Children below 5 years dine Free and those from 5 to 12 years enjoy 50% discount

§  All prices are inclusive of service charge, municipality fees and VAT.

§  Terms and conditions apply

§  For more information and reservations call +971 52 969 0851 or

email info@residenceinnszr.com

The Panorama restaurant is an all-day-dining restaurant featuring culinary delights from around the world. It serves outstanding breakfast, lunch and dinner. The extensive buffet with live cooking stations is enhanced with stunning views over Sheikh Zayed Road. There are several dining promotions available at the restaurant including the Sundowners High Tea.

For more information and reservations call +971 52 969 0851 or

email info@residenceinnszr.com

About Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, member of Marriott Bonvoy, enjoys a prime location on Sheikh Zayed Road near the city’s key business and leisure attraction such as the Dubai International Financial Centre, Museum of the Future, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Emirates Towers, and World Trade Centre. It is the world’s largest and tallest hotel to join the Residence Inn by Marriott brand.

Featuring 430 modern residential rooms and suites, many of which boast impressive views of the Sheikh Zayed Road and Jumeirah coastline, Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road offers travellers a ‘home-away-from-home’ experience with personalised service and amenities. The spacious rooms and one and two-bedroom suites, all have fully equipped kitchens, including refrigerator, microwave, hob, cookware, washing machine and dryer.

Giving guests and residents the chance to create meaningful connections over memorable dining experiences, the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, boasts diverse culinary options with multiple onsite restaurants. Guests can dine in, eat out, grab and go, or cook in their suite. The possibilities are endless so no matter what mood you are in, you can always find just what you are craving.

Ensuring guests thrive during their stay, Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, offers an array of amenities and conveniences including complimentary grocery delivery service, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, a well-equipped gym open 24 hours a day, sauna, and steam room, rooftop swimming pool and jacuzzi with expansive views of Dubai’s famous skyline, spa, tennis court, beauty and hair salons for ladies and gents, and multiple meeting rooms with flexible conference and event spaces. Both the gym and the spa are the largest in size when compared to other hotels in the area. 

For more information, please visit marriott.com/DXBSZ

Dfreight Partners with Cedar Rose to Gain Real Time Access to the World’s Largest Database in the MENA Region

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Dfreight Partners with Cedar Rose to Gain Real Time Access to the World’s Largest Database in the MENA Region

Dfreight has signed a strategic partnership with Cedar Rose for managing its internal risk and compliance activity. As part of the agreement Cedar Rose will provide Dfreight access to the world’s largest MENA company database through its CRiS Intelligence Platform.

With the CRiS on-demand subscription, Dfreight will have access to diverse data including company firmographics, company identification, company structure, management and much more. Quick, easy, and structured access to the right company information through a single portal will enable the Dfreight team to provide the best service to its clients.

Antoun Massaad, Co-Founder and CEO of Cedar Rose, commented, “Our goal is to make companies more secure and compliant by putting powerful tools in the hands of risk professionals.

Dfreight is transforming the freight forwarding industry by using technology to provide better customer experience with self-service handling and live tracing that brings efficiency to different layers of supply chain management. The more secure, accurate, and efficient the data the better the insights to reduce risks and improve decisions. Our partnership with Dfreight demonstrates Cedar Rose’s commitment to work with innovative technology first organizations to enable their strategy by providing the right verified data.”

Farshad Kiafar, Co-Founder and CEO of Dfreight, said, “At Dfreight, we are committed to improving the transportation industry and are constantly exploring new technologies and ways to make our service better.  Therefore, we are very excited to partner with Cedar Rose, a proven leader in data and analytics, to streamline our credit and compliance risk process while saving time and resources.”

To find out more call +971 4 374 5758 or visit www.cedar-rose.com

The Ritz-Carlton Club Elevated Experience Launches in Mainland China, Taking Guests Into a World of Personalized Luxury Experiences

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The Ritz-Carlton Club Elevated Experience Launches in Mainland China, Taking Guests Into a World of Personalized Luxury Experiences

The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is elevating the journeys of its guests with enhanced offerings in The Ritz-Carlton Club across its 13 hotels in Mainland China. From Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen to Guangzhou, Xi’an, and Harbin, The Club is a private sanctuary of unique indulgences, curated culinary journeys and personalized encounters that create deeply meaningful and memorable experiences for business and leisure guests.

The Club anticipates and meets the needs of the next generation of luxury guests who are seeking inspiration and balance in their lives even as they work and travel. Upon arrival at The Club, guests can expect a warm personal welcome into an exceptional world, where the Ladies & Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton have creatively redefined traditional perceptions of luxury, imbuing the idea with a deeper meaning that enrich, elevate and transform the experience.

“We are excited to invite travelers to enjoy expanded experiences within The Ritz-Carlton Club across our portfolio in Mainland China,” commented Donna McNamara, Vice President and Global Brand Leader for The Ritz-Carlton. “We continually look for ways to innovate, ensuring we not only meet but surpass the needs of today’s luxury traveler, and we are thrilled to evolve The Ritz-Carlton Club experience for an even more curated, immersive, and invigorating escape.”

Immersive Experiences in The Ritz-Carlton Club
The Ritz-Carlton Club is a state of mind as much as it is a place. It is where guests can be immersed in what they seek, whether a private sanctuary of comfort and relaxation, or a greater appreciation of a destination’s culture and customs. Through curated interests and signature offerings, The Club is a place where guests become the creators of their own experiences. For example, at The Club Lounge in The Ritz-Carlton, Xi’an, guests are invited to participate in making terra cotta art, a traditional pottery craft that is part of Xi’an’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. At The Ritz-Carlton, Harbin, guests can try their hand at the charming traditional Oroqen art of birch bark painting. The Club welcomes guests traveling with their families with child-friendly amenities in a dedicated area, where little ones can have fun with games, coloring books, and craft activities.

Evocative Culinary Journeys
The dining experience in the Club Lounge has always been part of the inimitable offerings of The Club. Menus evoke narratives of the destination, and the impeccable attention of the Ladies & Gentlemen heightens the sense of immersion in rare luxury. The Club’s signature five meal offering encompasses breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, hors d’oeuvres, and cordials that highlight the best of local culinary arts. From classic Cantonese dim sum at The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou to nightcaps composed from Yuhua green tea, a local specialty at The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing, the curated dining journeys take guests to unexpected and delightful places. These may include forays into cocktail rituals and stories with a master of mixology in the evenings, or healthy seasonal organic ingredients unique to that particular destination.

Personalized Encounters
No two journeys are ever alike at The Ritz-Carlton Club. Days before their arrival, the Ladies & Gentlemen are already preparing to welcome guests by name, along with a personalized invitation to enjoy the amenities and programs at The Club Lounge. Guests are welcomed with seasonal and locally inspired amenities as well as a selection of thoughtful services such as complimentary pressing or laundry, tailored recommendations to nearby destinations, and meeting spaces exclusively for the use of guests at The Club. In the evenings, the housekeeping team brings specially selected turndown amenities for bedtime. Every detail is meticulously seen to, and every desire is anticipated in moments of genuine connection that will remain with guests long after they leave. Following a most memorable stay, Club guests are bid fond farewell with a thoughtful departure arrangement, together with a warm invitation to return.

“The desire for luxury travel is growing exponentially in China, and authentic experiences of local culture that complement traditional luxury hotel offerings have been well received by our next generation of guests,” said Lawrence Ng, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Greater China, Marriott International. “With the launch of the enhanced services of The Ritz-Carlton Club, we look forward to delivering many more thoughtful, luxury experiences for our Club guests during their stay with us.”

For more information on The Ritz-Carlton, visit www.ritzcarlton.com.

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC currently operates more than 100 hotels in 35 countries and territories. For more information or reservations, visit the company website at www.ritzcarlton.com. Use #RCMemories and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR). The Ritz-Carlton is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy MomentsTM and unparalleled benefits, including complimentary nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit www.marriottbonvoy.com.

About Marriott Bonvoy®
Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program and marketplace, gives members access to transformative, eye-opening experiences around the corner and across the globe. Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world. Members can earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, as well as through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques. With the Marriott Bonvoy app, members enjoy a level of personalization and contactless experience that allows them to travel with peace of mind. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit www.marriottbonvoy.com. To download the Marriott app, go here. Travelers can also connect with Marriott Bonvoy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Media Contact
Michele Lv
Senior Director, Brand PR & Comms, Asia Pacific
Michele.lv@marriott.com

Li-sa Ng
Senior Manager, Luxury Brand PR & Comms, Asia Pacific
Li-sa.ng@marriott.com

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