2005 DIRECTORY OF THE LEADING HOTELS OF THE WORLD
2005 DIRECTORY OF THE LEADING HOTELS OF THE WORLD
2005 DIRECTORY OF THE LEADING HOTELS OF THE WORLD
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The Leading Hotels of the World Unveils 2010 Directory<br />
Polished Portfolio Reveals Implementation of Stricter Standards at<br />
Prestigious Hospitality Company<br />
New York, NY December 21, 2009 – It may not be noticeable to the naked<br />
eye, but there is something inherently different within the pages of The<br />
Leading Hotels of the World annual directory this year, released worldwide<br />
today. With quality initiatives at the forefront of the company’s business plan<br />
and stricter standards put in place earlier this year, the 2010 edition reveals a<br />
more tightly-curated collection of hotels, resorts and spas that truly represent<br />
the hallmarks of the historic Leading Hotels brand. Showcasing more than<br />
450 members in over 80 countries across the globe, this unparalleled – and<br />
honed – portfolio will impress those already familiar with the legendary luxury<br />
hospitality company and capture the attention of discerning travelers seeking<br />
unique, authentic experiences.<br />
Unveiled at Leading Hotels’ Annual Convention, which took place in Venice,<br />
Italy in late November, the handsome hardcover volume again devotes a full<br />
page to each hotel. This year’s print run of more than 600,000 copies<br />
includes editions in Japanese and Mandarin.<br />
Appearing for the first time in this edition are the following 11 new Leading Hotels:<br />
Royal Spa Kitzbühel, Jochberg, Austria<br />
The Augustine, Prague, Czech Republic<br />
Kameha Grand Bonn, Cologne, Bonn, Germany<br />
Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, Sicily, Agrigento, Italy<br />
Hotel Villa Magna, Madrid, Spain<br />
One&Only Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa<br />
Chateau Star River, Guangzhou, P.R. of China<br />
Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, Mexico<br />
Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico<br />
Bristol Buenaventura, Buenaventua, Panama<br />
Tivoli São Paulo—Mofarrej, São Paulo, Brazil<br />
The 6 new members of The Leading Small Hotels of the World are:<br />
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, St.-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France<br />
Hotel Guarda Golf, Crans-Montana, Switzerland<br />
Royal Mansour, Marrakech, Morocco<br />
Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa, Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia<br />
Zendai Hotel Yin, Shanghai, P.R. of China<br />
Capella Singapore, Sentosa Island, Singapore<br />
About The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd.<br />
To order a copy, go to http://www.lhw.com/orderpub.aspx<br />
The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. is the prestigious luxury hospitality organization representing more than 450 of<br />
the world’s finest hotels, resorts and spas, and is the operator of www.lhw.com and www.lhwspas.com – the online<br />
sources for your luxury lifestyle. As the largest international luxury hotel brand, the firm maintains offices in 22 major<br />
markets across the globe.
Since 1928, the company’s reputation for excellence derives from the exacting levels of quality it demands of its<br />
members, each of which must pass a rigorous, anonymous inspection covering hundreds of meticulous criteria<br />
spanning from product to behavioral standards. This set of standards is the most stringent in the industry.<br />
For reservations and information, visit www.lhw.com or telephone toll-free from the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico and<br />
the US Virgin Islands, (800) 223-6800.<br />
Media Contact<br />
Ani Zerounian<br />
Director, Public Relations<br />
E-mail: press@lhw.com