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Kempinski to Cease Management of Hotel in Sanya on Hainan, China

Kempinski Hotels — Mon, 17 May 2010 01:06:36 +0000

Beijing, China (May 17, 2010) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — Kempinski Hotel announces that in line with the company's strategic plan, Kempinski Hotel Sanya Hainan Island in China will cease to be a Kempinski hotel and will exit the portfolio. Existing hotel reservations will remain at the same conditions as confirmed.

The termination of this Management agreement is the result of an amicable agreement we have reached with the Owners of this property, which we have managed since 2007. As of today, Kempinski manages ten properties in China, with 12 under construction.

Kempinski currently operates 61 hotels worldwide and has a further 58 hotels in development.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jane Ji
Regional Director of PR China, Kempinski Hotels
Tel +86 10 8454 3788
Fax +86 10 8454 3766
E-mail: jane.ji@kempinski.com

China Aviation MRO Summit 2010 Will Be Held in May

JFPS Group China — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 05:42:10 +0000

Beijing, China (April 14, 2010) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — The China Aviation MRO Summit 2010 will be held in Beijing on May 18th-19th, 2010. This summit is hosted by China Air Transport Association, Chinese Society of Aeronautics and Astronautics and co-organized by JFPS Group. With the theme of "Reducing Costs and Enhancing Efficiency", the 2nd Annual China Aviation MRO Summit 2010 will attract 200+ senior MRO gurus from America, Europe, and Asia, including China, to this grand festival.

Unlike China's civil aviation transportation market which has significantly slowed down in the wake of global economic crisis, China's aviation MRO market maintains its strong growth momentum in 2009 and will surely continue its rapid ascent. China is emerging as the 'big driver' behind the growth in aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business globally. By 2010, China's MRO market will represent 5% of the world's total or 1/3 of all Asian MRO activity.

The summit will cover the practical issues include Government Policies and Market Trends, Aviation MRO Cost Control, Aviation Material Management, MRO Manpower Management.

20+ honorable speakers are Engineering Directors from CAAC, AMECO, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, GAMECO, Southwest Airlines, Chang'an Airlines, Hainan Air, Shandong Air, Malaysia Airlines, Spring Airlines, China Airlines, Turkish Technic, American Airlines, China East Airlines Engineering and Technology Company.

Here is platform for policy shapers, industrial experts, airlines, MRO providers, OEMs, suppliers and other industrial players to have an insight view of MRO opportunity, solve technology problems and grasp the develop trend of MRO market.

More information, please visit http://www.aviationmrochina.com/

CONTACT INFORMATION

Fanny Wang
Tel: +8621-51720126
Email: marketing@jfpsgroup.com.cn
Online Registration: http://www.aviationmrochina.com/

Top Hotel Award For Marco Polo Hotels In China

Marco Polo Parkside, (Beijing) Co., Ltd. — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 06:47:49 +0000

Beijing, China (December 11, 2009) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — Henk Meyknecht, Area General Manager for China, has been awarded by the World Hotel Association as "Top Ten Hoteliers in China 2009".

The World Hotel Association consists of several professional organizations within the Tourism and Hotel industry such as Travel Channel, Asian Council of America and World Hotel Branding Association. They elect on an annual basis outstanding professionals for their contribution to the regional hotel industry.

The award ceremony took place in November 2009 in Haikou, Hainan island, China.

Henk Meyknecht upon receiving this award: "This is not only a great recognition for our hard work, but also for the growing Marco Polo brand in China".

Marco Polo Hotels has currently 5 properties in China (Beijing, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Wuhan, and Jinjiang) and projecting an aggressive growth during the next few years.

Henk Meyknecht, was recently promoted to Area General Manager of Marco Polo Hotels China, as well as being the General Manager of the Marco Polo Parkside Hotel in Beijing.

On the picture: Henk Meyknecht surrounded by the management team at Marco Polo Parkside Beijing.

Marco Polo Parkside enjoys a great location, just minutes away from major conference and exhibition facilities. It is simply a short walk to the world famous Olympic National stadium and the Water Cube center. With a contemporary style, this refined Marco Polo Hotels enjoys a grand yet cozy surrounding, offering a wide range of restaurants and banquet facilities. 315 oversized and luxurious rooms and suites come with marble bathrooms and state-of-the-art internet systems. The modern fitness centre, indoor pool and Spa will complement the ambiance as a perfect choice in Beijing.

Le Meridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort & Spa Opening Soon

China Newswire — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:16:08 +0000

Wanning, China (August 13, 2008) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — Le Meridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort & Spa is located in the Shimei Bay Resort District, southeast of Wanning City, Hainan Island, China. Shimei Bay is developed by China Resources Pte Ltd, Le Meridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort and Spa is the first of 6 high end hotels to be built on this integrated complex. The project is scheduled to be completed by 2017.

With 6 kilometers of white sandy beaches, dipterocarpceace forest and surrounded by the tranquil nature, Le Meridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort and Spa is the perfect getaway! The hotel consists of 275 guestrooms including 25 spectacular villas with amazing views. The state of the art 1,071sqm Presidential Villa is with two dining rooms, a fitness centre, a swimming pool and a few meters away from the pristine blue waters of the South China Sea.

The Resort also consists of 6 restaurants and bars, a fully equipped fitness centre, a Spa with indoor and outdoor cabanas, Penguin kids club and a wide range of water sport activities. There are also a number of stunning golf courses surrounding the resort for either a morning or afternoon tee off.

The hotel has 5 meeting rooms and a Grand ballroom for a variety of events ranging from small to medium sized conferences to tailor made MICE events.

Le Meridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort & Spa is scheduled to open in September 2008.

Le Meridien
Le Meridien brand, currently represented by approximately 113 properties in 50 countries, was acquired by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. in November 2005. With close to 80 percent of its properties located in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Le Meridien provides a strong international complement to Starwood’s primarily North American holdings. Plans call for dynamic expansion of Le Meridien-branded hotels and resorts within the next five years, concentrating in the U.S., Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, including destinations such as India, Thailand and China.

Le Meridien is owned by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 900 properties in more than 100 countries and 155,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels and resorts with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, Sheraton®, Westin®, Four Points® by Sheraton, W®, Le Meridien®, and the recently launched aloftSM, and elementSM. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com and www.starwoodpressclub.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Shirley Zhang
Marketing Communications Manager
Tel: 86 898 6252 8888
Fax: 86 898 6252 8999
E-mail: shirley2.zhang@lemeridien.com

[smpr_tags]Le Meridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort & Spa, New Opening[/smpr_tags]

Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa Held The 7th Beach Concert Successful

China Newswire — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 01:09:01 +0000

Sanya, China (March 27, 2008) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — The award-winning Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa held its 7th beach concert successfully on 22 March 2008 starring top Singaporean singer Shaun and his band. The two-hour concert attracted over 400 guests who enjoyed the romantic ballads amidst the tropical environment and culminated with splendid fireworks. Proceeds from this event will be donated to children from Hainan who is suffering from eye disease and needs financial assistance.

Multi-talented Singaporean balladeer Shaun performed several of his popular songs including: "You Are Whom I Love Deepest", "Venetian's Tear" and "Every Time I Want to Cry Your Name" with some famous English songs for audiences. The audiences were captivated by the showmanship of Shaun and his 4 – piece band and some of Shaun's fans went onstage to perform some songs with him. The touching moment was when a couple had their engagement announced in front of the live audience.

Jean-Pierre Mainardi, General Manager of Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa remarked, "I'm very pleased that our beach concert becomes more and more popular in Hainan island and around China. We aim to continue making the beach concert series a signature Sanya event and do our part for the community. Since the launch of our beach concerts in December 2005, Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa has become renowned not only for our operational and service excellence, but also for providing entertainment offerings with a difference. We look forward to welcoming more guests to experience Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa and our musical spectaculars over the next few years".

About Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa
•Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa features a total of 501 guestrooms, suites and villas. It commands a prime location on 400m of unspoilt beach front at the western end of Yalong Bay, a 30-minute drive from the city of Sanya and the international airport. The average room size will be 48.5sqm, with over 70% of the rooms overlooking a wide, crescent-shaped sandy beach and the South China Sea. The remainder has vistas over the surrounding National Park. A 6780sqm Spa Retreat that encompasses a spa with eight treatment pavilions, a fitness centre offering exercise equipment, a reflex zone for traditional massages and foot reflexology, a relaxation area with deck lounges, steam room and sauna, and a tea lounge. Other facilities include six restaurants and bars, a 3800sqm resort pool resort, two tennis courts, Kidz Paradise, and a one-stop Yalong Bay Adventure Club. The resort also features a detached all-inclusive MICE Pavilion that offers extensive meeting and banquet facilities, more than 3000sqm of space in two storeys as well as two spacious outdoor event lawns.
•Hilton International has linked up with one of China’s foremost developers, the China Jin Mao Group Co – the company behind the striking Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai.
•The island enjoys a year-round tropical climate. It offers a treasure trove of activities including fishing, scuba diving, golf, visits to minority villages, cultural sites as well as proximity to the mainland and visa-free access. Infrastructure in Hainan is fast developing, with two international airports, wide railway network and accessible ports. The Island has been chosen venues for several prominent events including the Hong Kong-Sanya International Sailboat Race held every November, Hainan Discovery Triathlon in 2002 and 2003, as well as the recent Golden Rooster Film Awards, Sanya Happy Festival, and more.

About Hilton Worldwide Resorts™
•Hilton Worldwide Resorts™ is an upscale, global network of 59 resorts in exotic locations
•The network spans 23 countries and 7 regions including Asia Pacific, the Indian Ocean, Europe and Israel, Egypt, the Arabian Gulf, the Caribbean and the Americas.
•32 resorts are home to world-class spas
•41 resorts are perfect choice for wedding
•50 resorts are ideal for romantic holidays
•35 resorts specialise in diving
•23 resorts feature championship golf courses (with a choice of over 290 courses!)
•53 resorts cater specifically for families
•7 resorts offer all-inclusive holidays

CONTACT INFORMATION

Ms. Judith A. Los Banos
Marketing & Communications Manager
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa
Tel: +86 (0)898 8858 8888 – 8860
Fax: +86 (0)898 8858 8838
Email: judith.los.banos@hilton.com

[smpr_tags]Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, The 7th Beach Concert[/smpr_tags]

Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa Gets The First Glimpse Of Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch

China Newswire — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 04:15:43 +0000

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Hainan, China (October 24, 2007) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — The award-winning Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa warmly welcome the Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch "Xiang Yun" recently with its team members and guests showing their excitement for this memorable event.

The Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch "Xiang Yun" arrived at the Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa and was warmly welcomed by team members who witness the torch hand-over to the resort's General Manager, Mr. Dirk De Cuyper who then paraded the torch to show to the guests who were gathered in the lobby. Guests were given the rare and memorable chance to take photos while holding the torch themselves. To culminate the event, the management and team members of Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa along with its guests express their best wishes for Beijing 2008 Olympic Games by signing on the commemorative banner.

As the Forever Tropical Paradise – Sanya will be the first city in China for the official Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch Relay, the Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa is truly honored to have the first glimpse and to welcome the Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch. We are proud to join the celebration of this global sports event next year. We look forward to join and promote prestigious events to make Sanya more renowned in the world map and to attract more guests to come and spend their holiday in this tropical island." said General Manager of Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, Mr. Dirk De Cuyper.

About Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa

•Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa features a total of 501 guestrooms, suites and villas. It commands a prime location on 750m of unspoilt beach front at the western end of Yalong Bay, a 30-minute drive from the city of Sanya and the international airport. The average room size will be 48.5sqm, with over 70% of the rooms overlooking a wide, crescent-shaped sandy beach and the South China Sea. The remainder has vistas over the surrounding National Park. A 6780sqm Spa Retreat that encompasses a spa with eight treatment pavilions, a fitness centre offering exercise equipment, a reflex zone for traditional massages and foot reflexology, a relaxation area with deck lounges, steam room and sauna, and a tea lounge. Other facilities include six restaurants and bars, a 3800sqm resort pool resort, two tennis courts, Kidz Paradise, and a one-stop Yalong Bay Adventure Club. The resort also features a detached all-inclusive MICE Pavilion that offers extensive meeting and banquet facilities, more than 3000sqm of space in two storeys as well as two spacious outdoor event lawns.

•Hilton International has linked up with one of China's foremost developers, the China Jin Mao Group Co – the company behind the striking Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai.

•The island enjoys a year-round tropical climate. It offers a treasure trove of activities including fishing, scuba diving, golf, visits to minority villages, cultural sites as well as proximity to the mainland and visa-free access. Infrastructure in Hainan is fast developing, with two international airports, wide railway network and accessible ports. The Island has been chosen venues for several prominent events including the Hong Kong-Sanya International Sailboat Race held every November, Hainan Discovery Triathlon in 2002 and 2003, as well as the Golden Rooster Film Awards held in 2005, Sanya Happy Festival, and more.

About Hilton Worldwide Resorts™

•Hilton Worldwide Resorts™ is an upscale, global network of 59 resorts in exotic locations

•The network spans 23 countries and 7 regions including Asia Pacific, the Indian Ocean, Europe and Israel, Egypt, the Arabian Gulf, the Caribbean and the Americas.

•32 resorts are home to world-class spas

•41 resorts are perfect choice for wedding

•50 resorts are ideal for romantic holidays

•35 resorts specialise in diving

•23 resorts feature championship golf courses (with a choice of over 290 courses!)

•53 resorts cater specifically for families

•7 resorts offer all-inclusive holidays

CONTACT INFORMATION

Ms. Judith A. Los Banos
Marketing & Communications Manager
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa
Tel: +86 (0)898 8858 8888 – 8860
Fax: +86 (0)898 8858 8838
Email: judith.los.banos@hilton.com

[smpr_tags]Hotel, Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, Events[/smpr_tags]

Michel L. Goget Appointed General Manager Of The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya

China Newswire — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 04:13:47 +0000

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Shanghai, China (October 22, 2007) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — Having acquired a wealth of hospitality experience in seven countries over the past two decades, Michel L. Goget has been appointed to helm The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya as general manager. The 450-room resort, which is the first China resort in the company, is slated for a December 2007 opening in Yalong Bay, Hainan Province.

Goget began his career with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. in 1999 at The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead in Atlanta, Georgia, where he embarked on a 35-day General Manager Fast Track Training Program. In November that year, he was named General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn in Dearborn, Michigan and subsequently joined The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson's Corner in McLean, Virginia in the same capacity; a position he held prior to his current appointment.

Before joining The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Goget held several general manager and senior executive positions for 10 years in Dolce International, Europe; Disneyland Paris, Marriott Corporation, InterContinental Hotels Group, Sheraton Hotels, Hotel Loews Monte Carlo/Fairmont and Marco Beach Hotel and Villas in Florida. Under his stewardship, The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson's Corner was awarded "Keys to Luxury – Transient Sales Team of the Year 2005" and "Meetings and Special Events Leader of the Year for the North-east/Mid-west Region 2005." Additional recognition included "Nomination for Host Hotels and Resorts General Manager of the Year for Large Hotels" and "Host Hotels and Resorts Sales and Marketing Award for Large Hotels" both in 2004 and 2006.

Goget also lent his expertise as an opening and task force member with The Ritz-Carlton Hotels in Tokyo, Dearborn and Washington, D.C.; Euro Disney, Newport Bay Club Hotel, Paris and Marriott Harbor Beach Resort in Florida, to name a few.

Having graduated with a Bachelor of Science in International Hotel Management from Florida International University in Miami, Florida and a degree from the College d'Enseignement Technique Hotelier in St. Amand Montrond, France, Goget was an advisory board member of the James Madison University, School of Hospitality in 2004 and 2006. He was also a guest lecturer at Virginia Tech School of Business, ESSEC/Cornell, Paris, New York University, Georgia State University and Florida International University.

To support the growing hospitality industry in Sanya, Goget was recently appointed Vice Director of the Sanya Hotel Association. The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya will be the fifth resort opening for Goget.

INTERNET LINKS

http://www.ritzcarlton.com

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. of Chevy Chase, Md operates 67 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, The Middle East, and Africa. Over 35 projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Guangzhou, Dublin, and Beijing. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognized outstanding customer service. For more information, contact The Ritz-Carlton toll free reservations line at 1 (800) 241-3333, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com, or consult a travel professional.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Vivian Deuschl
Tel: (703) 941-6225
Fax: (703) 941-7492
Cell: (202) 255-5786
Email: vivian.deuschl@ritzcarlton.com

[smpr_tags]Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya, New Appointment[/smpr_tags]

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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Announces First China Resort Located At Sanya, Yalong Bay, Hainan Province; December 2007 Opening Planned

China Newswire — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 02:58:20 +0000

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Maryland, U.S. (October 17, 2007) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. continues its presence and expansion into China with the December 2007 opening of its first resort, situated on an exclusive site along Yalong Bay in Hainan Province. The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya, with expansive views of the South China Sea is located 40 minutes from Sanya Phoenix International Airport. The resort will include 450 rooms, suites, and private villas as well as a 2,788 square meters' spa, the largest and most lavish in the region.

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong and The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai are two of Asia's most award-winning hotels. In addition to Sanya, they will be joined by five other properties now under construction in China, including: Beijing (at China Central Place, 2007), Guangzhou (2007), Shenzhen (2008); Pudong, Shanghai (2009) and Kowloon, Hong Kong (2009). China Jin Mao Group Company, Ltd. will be the owners of The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya.

"China continues to enhance its reputation as a desirable destination for exploration by the world's most sophisticated leisure travelers. Sanya, with its tropical climate, pristine beaches, and array of unique and exotic natural attractions is an exciting new location for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company to continue its growth in the country," said Simon F. Cooper, president and chief operating officer. "The extensive conference facilities planned for this resort should also attract significant meetings and incentive customers," he predicted.

Situated at the southern-most tip of Hainan Island, Sanya lies in the southern valley of the Wuzhi Mountains. Known for its temperate weather, lush tropical forests, and miles of secluded beaches, Sanya is home to attractions including the 108-meter Kwan Yin Statue, the "End of the Earth" Scenic Spot, Nantian Hot Springs, Monkey Island, and the Nanshan Caves. The area also includes three championship-caliber golf courses, and was a stop on the 2006 European tour.

Architects WAT & G plan a U-shaped design for The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya, with two wings housing over 417 guest rooms measuring more than 60 square meters, the largest of any hotel in the destination. Guests seeking the ultimate in exclusivity can reserve one of 33 spacious villas, each with an individual pool and spectacular ocean views. Those reserving The Ritz-Carlton Club level accommodations will enjoy their own lounge area with frequent food and beverage presentations throughout the day.

Eight restaurants and lounges including a poolside bar and grill area will all offer scenic views of the lagoon or the beach. Recreational choices will include tennis, swimming pools, a full-service fitness center, and a signature Ritz Kids Club for the younger resort guests. The stylish spa designed by ESPA will be distinguished by 24 private rooms offering a menu of regional and international therapies and beauty treatments, from massages to facials.

For meetings, conferences and special social events, The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya will provide 1,700 square meters of flexible space. A ballroom of 900 square meters is divisible by four, with nine meeting rooms also an option for planners. A wedding chapel – Sanya's only waterfront wedding chapel – will be the backdrop for intimate ceremonies.

INTERNET LINKS

http://www.ritzcarlton.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

Vivian Deuschl
Tel: (703) 941-6225
Fax: (703) 941-7492
Cell: (202) 255-5786
Email: vivian.deuschl@ritzcarlton.com

[smpr_tags]Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Opening plan[/smpr_tags]

Haitang Bay To Soon Have New Development

ChinaNewswire.com — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 05:54:48 +0000

Haitang Bay, China (June 22, 2007) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — Beijing based Antaeus Group, with solid financial strengths and a major player in the hospitality development of Yalong Bay and owner of the award winning Yalong Bay Mangrove Tree Resort and known for his unique design features, commented on the successful bidding on June 22, 2007 of the new prime development area in Haitang Bay on Hainan Island, PR China.

The Antaeus Group was among 21 companies who attended the bidding process; the prestigious land was divided among 7 parties-Antaeus Group was one of them. The size of the new project has a value of around 0.4 billion Chinese Yuan. With this successful bidding, Antaeus Group will be a main contender for new and upcoming projects within the Peoples Republic of China.

The proposed 7 star deluxe hotel project will be build on a ground with a size of total 86.2 thousand square meter and consist of 380 deluxe suites. The new project will have a harmony between shapes, spaces, colors, textures and architectural elements-which combined gives the result of a new defined balance between comfort and vanguard design, between technology and personal touch. The building is composed of separate towers and buildings. The hotel will be supposed to be open by the year 2011. An estimated investment of 1.68 Billion Yuan is projected for finalizing the project.

Hainan Island, China’s second largest island is 30 kilometer of its southern coast. It has due to his location almost the same latitude as the southern end of Hawaii. Being located at the center of south east Asia and on the west Pacific Rim, Hainan Island is the most convenient gate from China to his southern neighbors.

Haitang Bay is located north-east from Sanya and is the key project of the Hainan Provincial government in their eleventh 5th year plan. The government and the developer will make careful use of this green islet.

The size of Haitang Bay is estimated 98.7 square kilometer.

INTERNET LINKS

http://www.mangrovetreeresort.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

Joy Xu / Assistant PR Manager
Tel：（86-898）8855 8888-6020
Fax：（86-898）8856 8993
Email：prm@mangrovetreeresort.com

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Hamish Watts Appointed As New Executive Chef By Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa

ChinaNewswire.com — Sun, 27 May 2007 16:37:24 +0000

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Sanya, China, (May 28, 2007) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — As the new appointed executive chef in Hilton Sanya Resort & spa, Hamish Watts is experienced in cooking. He has been working in countries like Australia, England, and Netherlands. His 17 years' working experience in catering has benefited almost a dozen of hotels. Furthermore, he understands the needs of the greater hotel and generates objectives for the kitchen, restaurants and stewarding team to assist in achieving results at a macro level. On the other hand, he enjoys a thorough understanding of nutritional, contemporary and international needs of today's leisure traveller and guests seeking a rewarding resort experience. He feels confident about his ability to fulfill the role of executive chef as outlined.

Riding on the wave of his solid leadership skills and culinary knowledge, Hamish has introduced HACCP hygiene controls & maintenance schedules and composed new wine menu and coordinated food matching. On top of that, he has implemented many theme night promotions in restaurants for guests. Over the next couple of years, he is planning to secure a "busy hands" on executive chef role that exposes him to new cultures, cuisines and contributes to his professional growth, thus making fresh progress on his stellar record.

About Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa

Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa features a total of 501 guestrooms, suites and villas. It commands a prime location on 750m of unspoilt beach front at the western end of Yalong Bay, a 30-minute drive from the city of Sanya and the international airport. The average room size will be 48.5sqm, with over 70% of the rooms overlooking a wide, crescent-shaped sandy beach and the South China Sea. The remainder has vistas over the surrounding National Park. A 6780sqm Spa Retreat that encompasses a spa with eight treatment pavilions, a fitness centre offering the Kinesis line of exercise equipment, a reflex zone for traditional massages and foot reflexology, a relaxation area with deck lounges, steam room and sauna, and a tea lounge. Other facilities include six restaurants and bars, a 3800sqm resort pool resort, two tennis courts, Kidz Paradise, and a one-stop Yalong Bay Adventure Club. The resort also features a detached all-inclusive MICE Pavilion that offers extensive meeting and banquet facilities, more than 3000sqm of space in two storeys as well as two spacious outdoor event lawns.

Hilton International has linked up with one of China's foremost developers, the China Jin Mao Group Co – the company behind the striking Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai.

The island enjoys a year-round tropical climate. It offers a treasure trove of activities including fishing, scuba diving, golf, visits to minority villages, cultural sites as well as proximity to the mainland and visa-free access. Infrastructure in Hainan is fast developing, with two international airports, wide railway network and accessible ports. The Island has been chosen venues for several prominent events including the Hong Kong-Sanya International Sailboat Race held every November, Hainan Discovery Triathlon in 2002 and 2003, as well as the recent Golden Rooster Film Awards, Sanya Happy Festival, and more.

About Hilton Worldwide Resorts™

Hilton Worldwide Resorts is an upscale, resort network with a collection of 56 resorts located in exotic places, making up the world's largest global choice. Hilton Hotels operates18 resorts in the US and 38 Resorts Internationally, including 2 Conrad Resorts. The network spans 24 countries and 8 regions, including the Americas, Arabian Peninsula, Asia-Pacific, the Caribbean, Egypt, Europe, Israel and the Indian Ocean. Resorts soon to open are planned in India, and Egypt.

* 32 resorts are home to world-class spas
* 50 resorts are ideal for romantic holidays
* 25 resorts specialise in diving
* 26 resorts feature championship golf courses
* 49 resorts cater specifically for families
* 4 resorts offer all-inclusive holidays
* 2 resorts specialise in skiing
* 42 resorts offer dream weddings

For more information, bookings, virtual tours or to order a brochure:

Visit www.hilton.com/worldwideresorts, telephone HRCC toll free: 00 800 44 45 86 68, in the US call Hilton Resorts toll free at 1-800-HILTONS or speak to your local travel agent.

About Hilton Hotels Corporation

* Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE:HLT) is the leading global hospitality company, with more than 2,900 hotels and 500,000 rooms in more than 80 countries, including 105,000 team members worldwide.
* The company owns, manages or franchises a hotel portfolio of some of the best known and highly regarded brands, including Hilton®, Conrad®, Doubletree®, Embassy Suites Hotels®, Hampton Inn®, Hampton Inn & Suites®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Hilton Grand Vacations™, Homewood Suites by Hilton®, Scandic and The Waldorf=Astoria Collection®.
* The Hilton Family of Hotels adheres to founder Conrad Hilton's philosophy that, “It has been, and continues to be, our responsibility to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.” The company put a name to its unique brand of service that has made it the best known and most highly regarded hotel company: be hospitable®. The philosophy is shared by all 10 brands in the Hilton Family of Hotels, and is the inspiration for its overarching message of kindness and generosity.
o The Hilton Family of Hotels adheres to founder Conrad Hilton's philosophy that, “It has been, and continues to be, our responsibility to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.” The company put a name to its unique brand of service that has made it the best known and most highly regarded hotel company: be hospitable®. The philosophy is shared by all 10 brands in the Hilton Family of Hotels, and is the inspiration for its overarching message of kindness and generosity.

For more information about our company, please visit www.hiltonworldwide.com, and to learn more about our be hospitable philosophy, please visit www.behospitable.com.

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For further media information and photography, visit Hilton Worldwide Resorts™ Media Centre at www.hilton.com/worldwideresorts or refer to resort's media contact.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Ms. Aileen Fan
Marketing & Communications Manager
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa
Tel: +86 (0)898 8858 8888 – 8860
Fax: +86 (0)898 8858 8838
Email: aileen.fan@hilton.com

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