First Diamond Awarded to The Mangosteen Resort & Spa
MIAMI BEACH, FL, October 20, 2006. The first and only hotel brand to exclusively represent genuine boutique hotels has carefully selected Thailand's and Asia's first Diamond Collection member property to add to its global collection of authentic boutique hotels and resorts.
Boutique Hotels & Resorts International(R) made the announcement at an international gala on Saturday evening to The Mangosteen Resort & Spa, Phuket's best kept secret. Boutique's Diamond Hotel Collection Award Plaque was presented to the artistically gifted hotel owner, Mr. Hajo von Keller and the Mangosteen General Manager. Mr. Azuan Noordin during the evening's special ceremonial theme dinner " A Diamond Glitters Night " attended by government and tourism authorities, media, and industry executives. The 5 stars boutique resort Mangosteen Resort & Spa is noted for exceptional attention to detail, unique hip and chic concept, uncompromised service and a new approach to boutique design.
"Becoming a member of Boutique Hotels & Resorts International will allow worldwide travelers to recognize The Mangosteen Resort & Spa on a global basis and heightens the status of Phuket and Thailand along with Mangosteen. "Identified as a Diamond Collection Boutique Hotel in this destination of choices, and within Boutique's worldwide collection, validates our style, quality, and commitment from our staff, the management, and ownership. von Keller continued: "Industry reports state that travelers preferred boutique experiences over commercial luxury to enhance their destination visit and this is why The Mangosteen Resort & Spa is raising the standards for an exceptional experience in Phuket, Thailand."
Boutique Chief Operating Officer, John Sears remarked, "we've uncovered a truly extraordinary boutique hotel combination at Mangosteen: style, service, location, and an incredible passion from the staff. Mangosteen Resort reveals the true uniqueness and high commitment to quality for genuine boutique hotels around the world. Mangosteen, and Phuket make a very special reason for our frequent business meeting clientele and international leisure guests to enjoy the Boutique flavor with this new boutique destination in Thailand." Sears concluded, "Mangosteen Resort is precisely what global travelers have come to associate from the industry's leading and highest sought boutique hotel collection, Boutique Hotels & Resorts International".
The other remark make by Mr. Azuan Noordin, The Mangosteen Resort & Spa General Manager "Becoming a member of Boutique Hotels & Resorts International is an important recognition for us as a genuine boutique property beside our official 5 stars rating by the THA, TAT and ATTA". "Membership in this exclusive collection of genuine boutique hotels advances the Mangosteen's status as a premiere boutique hotel destination." Noordin continued: "The Mangosteen reveals the character of Thailand and Phuket charming hospitality. Beside being unique as mention by the owner, The Mangosteen Resort & Spa is designed for guests to live out their romantic fantasy of the local way of life and to truly experience Phuket, renown as an international lifestyle destination."
Perfectly blending originality, contemporary Bali and Thai style and traditional five-star qualities with stunning views, Mangosteen surpasses the most demanding of international expectations. Mangosteen atop the hills offers unparalleled 360 degrees views over 4 bays, mountains and many surrounding islands located along Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman Sea with her 40 generously sized guest rooms and suites, can be visited at www.BQhotels.com
Boutique Hotels & Resorts International(R) awards a distinct identity to boutique hotels around the world that is recognized by travelers and travel professionals for a genuine boutique lodging experience. To member hotels Boutique is a full service strategic alliance featuring inventive marketing and the very latest in reservation and global distribution technology that gives independent boutique hotels the ability to compete with the major hotel giants. These unique, individual boutique hotels and resorts are showcased in three distinctive Collections: The Diamond Collection (discreet world class service), The Emerald Collection (the very best in their destination) and The Sapphire Collection (distinctive style and d'ecor of locale). Make online reservations and find more information at www.boutiquehotelsandresorts.com .
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