18 May 2014 ttgmena.com

BROADENING FOOTPRINTArea general manager, Gloria Hotels and Resorts,

Freddy Farid exclusively described the brand’s latest

developments: “Gloria Hotels and Resorts’ expansion

continues with the opening of Downtown Gloria Hotel in

Abu Dhabi in September 2014.

“The hotel is situated in the heart of Abu Dhabi

downtown, within walking distance of the Corniche and

will be in line with the Gloria Hotels and Resorts’ concept

– luxury family hotels providing excellent services in a

friendly atmosphere.”

Communicating the brand’s ATM ambitions, Farid

remarked: “We are open to meet and establish relations

with new partners while promoting our property

expansion.” He further revealed that the hotel company

will be exhibiting at stand HC5470, opposite the

Buyers Club.

Furthermore, Farid told TTG that the brand’s future

plans include expansion in the Middle East and North

Africa, with positive growth from the GCC and African

markets forecasted for the remainder of the year.

BOLSTERED TOURISM PARTNERSHIPS

Chic Outlet Shopping recently

entered into a partnership with global

accommodation wholesaler, Hotelbeds,

which is to sell Chic Outlet Shopping

packages and tickets for the Shopping

Express luxury coach service through its

Activities brand.

This is centred on selling transfers,

activities and experiences to the travel

industry as a whole.

Tourism sales director, Value Retail, Ian

Stazicker told TTG: “Development of these

tourism partnerships makes us unique and

helps us cement our position as leaders in

promoting shopping tourism globally.”

Meanwhile, Chic Outlet Shopping is

now included as part of the Dnata and

Emirates Holidays package offer, and has,

as well, signed a partnership with

Singapore Airlines.

We are open to meet and establish relations with new partners.

NEWS

AIMING FOR REGIONAL GROWTHAhead of exhibiting for

the first time at ATM,

area managing director

– South Asia and Middle

East, Preferred Hotel

Group (PHG), Saurabh

Rai updated TTG on the

company’s latest news.

Having launched

its iPrefer loyalty

programme in 2013,

PHG is set to further

develop the initiative

this year. Rai also

pointed out that in Q1

of 2014, the company

welcomed three new

Middle East hotels to its

portfolio: Marjan Island

Resort & Spa, Ras Al

Khaimah; Royal Rose Hotel,

Abu Dhabi; and the Cristal

Hotel, Erbil.

Rai noted that PHG has

partnered with Etihad

Airways’ Frequent Flyer

programme. “The company

is committed to providing a

sturdy start to new member

hotels and, with a strong

development pipeline in

the coming months, is

well poised for continued

growth in the Middle East.”

Gloria Resorts and Hotels, the landmark buildings embracing

the iconic Sheikh Zayed Road on both sides, are the perfect getaway for leisure and business travellers. Gloria Hotels and Resorts are dedicated to satisfy the needs of the guests and are very passionate about their work. The brand is constantly looking at establishing long term relationships with all market sectors.

2013 has been a successful year for Gloria Hotels and Resorts as they retained loyal customers from across the GCC countries, Asia, Europe and the CIS region. Gloria Hotel has received numerous international and regional awards including the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2013 and The Best Hotel Award from Holiday Check in 2013. The hotel is a perfect combination of style and taste with an elegant and warm ambience. It is an ideal location for families, executives and holidaymakers. Gloria Hotel maintains its standard of services and approves family friendly policies comprising of unique facilities for kids, spacious rooms to accommodate families. Gloria Hotels administer 5 star standards and services but at 4 star prices.

Gloria Hotels &Resorts offer the best dining outlets to their guests with a superb selection of international cuisine in an elegant ambience. The Le Grand Café is an ideal venue to relax with friends or to enjoy a business lunch. Located on the ground floor of Gloria Hotel, the café proudly serves Starbucks Coffee. Savour the splendid views of the Arabian Gulf from the Eighth

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floor of Gloria Hotel at the Pool Bar. Its outdoor setting makes it a perfect getaway if you fancy a drink by the swimming pool.

Gloria Hotels have an exclusive Kids’ Club with several action packed activities where they will learn new skills and make new friends. The supportive and friendly staff are well trained to take good care of your child while you enjoy a carefree and relaxed stay at Gloria.

A retreat isn’t complete if you’re not relaxed and stress free when it’s over. The Bodycare SPA at Gloria ensures a leisurely stay at the hotel and you return home relaxed and de-stressed.

The Elixir gym at Gloria Hotel has all the latest exercise equipment’s and emphasizes that health is wealth and that even on vacations, irrespective of how short it is, no one should miss their workouts! The unique mini football, squash and basketball court is open 24/7 for easy access.

There are times when people are obliged or rather are compelled to work even on vacations. The executive suites located on the 39th and 40th floor of the Gloria Hotel provide posh service for the business guests. The executive guests are offered free Wi-Fi service, complimentary airport drop off to Dubai airports; early check-ins and late check outs, dedicated executive reception

desk for express check-in, free mini bar and an exclusive Butler Service. Furthermore, guests can access the executive lounge on the 41st floor where they can enjoy drinks and canapés while admiring the panoramic horizon of the Arabian Gulf.

The convention center, specifically designed for MICE conventions, at Gloria Hotel can accommodate over 800 guests along with 44 breakout rooms making it an ideal venue for large and medium size conference, events and exhibitions.

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