Thursday, February 26, 2009

ISLAMABAD SERENA HOTEL, ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN

Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy
Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
Tel: (92-51) 287-4000
Fax: (92-51) 287-1100
Gen. Mgr: Khalid F. Helmy
172 rooms, 25 suites
20 minutes from
Islamabd International Airport

The Islamabad Serena Hotel stands at the foot of the Margalla Hills on six acres of landscaped gardens and serene water bodies, near the Rawal Lake and next to the Diplomatic Enclave. The architecture and interiors of this exceptional hotel reflect the expression and cultural heritage of Pakistan and the skills of the local craftsmen. Developed to highest standards, the hotel beautifully combines tradition with the latest technology. The guest rooms decor was inspired by two historical rich regions of Pakistan. Personalized service and attention to detail, places the Islamabad Serena Hotel in a class of its own.

DINNING: Zamana Restaurant, open 24 hours, serves local and continental cuissine. Al Maghreb Restaurant offers Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine. Rakaposhi Pastry, is a bakery and ice cream parlour. Baradari restaurant in the Hunza Lawn serves local barbequed favourites with live music. Pool bar. The Lobby Lounge serves tea, coffoe and light snacks. 24-hour in room dining.

LEISURE: The Maisha Health Club with heated swiming pool, gentleman and ladies gym, suana, steam room and massage. Golf, tennis, horseback riding and jogging.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Conference and banquet facilities for 10 to 1,000 people. Broadband and Wi-Fi Internet access. Business center. Shopping arcade. Travel desk. Limousine airport transfer. In-house doctor. Ladies and gentleman hair saloon.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

THE DATAI, LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA.

Jalan Tulek Datai 07000, Langkawi, Malaysia Tel: (60-4) 959-2500 Fax: (60-4) 959-2600 http://www.thedatai.com.my/
Gen. Mgr: Jamie Case 98 rooms, 12 suites 30 kilometers from airport
Discover an idyllic retreat in the centuries-old virgin rain forest at The Datai. The exclusive resort features a main hotel and free-standing villas in the forest, connected by meandering paths and open-air, covered walkways. Designed from red balau timber, black granite and white marble, The Datai is as stunning to be hold as it is luxurious. DINING: The Pavilion serves Thai cuisine in an open-air, elevated rain forest location, The Dining Room for Malaysian and Western fare. The Beach Club for al fresco dining. Lobby Lounge for beverages and snacks offer s panoramic views of the Andaman Sea. LEISURE: Two pools, two tennis courts, health club with gym, sauna and plunge bath. Spa with massage, herbal baths, facial and body scrubs is located under the rain forest canopy, private beach for water sports and 18-hole championship golf course adjacent to hotel.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Conference room accommodates up to 75 people and Gift shops with Asian art crafts.

Thursday, February 12, 2009

THE WESTBURY, DUBLIN, IRELAND

Grafton Street, Dublin 2, Ireland Tel: (353-1) 679-1122 Fax: (353-1) 679-7078 www.westburybar.com Gen. Mgr: Paraic Doyle 187 rooms, 18 suites 11 kilometers from Dublin Airport

The Westbury is conveniently located just off Grafton Street, Dublin’s most fashionable shopping district. The hotel reflects the city’s success, style sophistication, where you can make your own entrance to Dublin’s business and cultural scene. The hotel has a relaxed atmosphere with elegance, charm and a reputation for excellent service and cuisine. DINING: The Russell Room for fine dining. The Sandbank Bistro for a chic and more informal alternative. The Terrace Lounge offers a gallery view of Dublin. The Mandarin Bar, an inner sanctum of style. LEISURE: The Westbury fitness room, exclusively for hotel guests. Nearby St. Stephen’s Green for jogging. ADDITIOANL FEATURES: Wired or wireless high-speed internet access, two conference and banqueting suites for up to 200 people, seven state-of-the-art boardrooms, business center, valet parking, adjacent designer shopping mall.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

GRAN MELIA CARACAS SUITES & CONFERENCE CENTER, CARACAS, VENEZUELA

Avenida Casanova c/c El Recreo Urbanizacion Sabana Grande C.P. 1050 Caracas, Venezuela Tel: (58-212) 762-81-11 Fax: (58-212) 762-37-37 http://www.solmelia.com/ Gen. Mgr: Eberhard Linke 428 rooms, 236 suites
30 kilometers from airport
Gran Melia Caracas Suites & Conference Center is the city’s executive hotel, offering a perfect blend of European sophistication and state-of-the-art technologies for today’s traveling professional. This full service hotel is ideally located in the heart of the financial district for the ultimate in convenience and accessibility. Lavish interiors, fine dining and a fully equipped fitness center are a few of the enticements that compliment this exciting hotel. DINING: L’ Albufera serves classic Spanish cuisine, Mediterraneo for international fare, indoors or al fresco, Sumire offers authentic Japanese specialties and sushi bar, Prosciutto’s for poolside dining. LEISURE: Heated outdoor pool, fitness center with indoor pool, sauna, steam bath, Jacuzzis, aerobics classes, and a fully equipped cardiovascular studio.
ADDITONAL FEATURES: 31 meeting and conference rooms for up to 1,250 people, business center, multi-lingual staff, shopping gallery and helipad with direct access to the Presidential suite.

SILKEN GRAN HOTEL DOMINIE BILBAO, BILBAO, SPAIN

Alameda Mazarredo 61 48009, Bilbao, Spain Tel: (34-94) 425-3300 Fax: (34-94) 425-3301 http://www.www.hoteles-silken.com/ Gen. Mgr: Javier Campuzano 135 rooms, 10 suites 12 kilometer from airport

The award-winning Silken Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao is conveniently located in front of the Guggenheim Museum, affording spectacular views from the hotel’s guest rooms, as well as the amazing terrace and gym. The combination of the design, its wonderful views, and the award-winning service makes a stay at the Silken Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao a most enjoyable and memorable experience. DINING: Beltz the Black, an award-winning restaurant, offers creative menus based on traditional Basque cuisine. Le CafĂ© Metropol for informal meals, breakfast on the terrace offers breathtaking views of the Guggenheim Museum. LEISURE: Gym on the terrace includes a steam room and sauna. Many golf courses are just ten minutes from the hotel. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Banquet and conference facilities for up to 400 people, business center and designer gift shop.