Starwood Opens Westin Lagunamar in Cancun
WHITE PLAINS, September 2, 2008. Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc. (SVO), the fractional and vacation ownership division of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), welcomed the first guests to the Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort. The resort is SVO's first vacation ownership resort in Mexico, as well as the first vacation ownership resort in Cancun developed by a major U.S. lodging company.
The first phase of The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort consists of 78 two-bedroom lock off villas in four eight-story buildings, a reception building, a variety of food and beverage choices and various amenities including a lavish swimming pool and Westin WORKOUT(R) fitness facility.
Upon completion, the resort will have a total of 296 two- bedroom lockoff villas. The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort will feature sensory-rich experiences for which the brand is known, including The Westin Welcome with the signature white tea scent, custom botanicals and special lighting to create an arrival like no other. The resort will also feature the Heavenly(R) Bed and Bath, a special Unwind Evening Ritual(sm), Westin Kids Club(R) and even the new Westin SuperFood RX TM menu in the Oceano Restaurante.
"We are excited to open this incredible resort in one of Mexico's most popular and convenient resort destinations. Members and guests will enjoy luxurious accommodations, a full range of amenities and the highest level of services," said Sergio Rivera, President, Real Estate Development for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide.
For information on employment or sales at The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort, please contact: www.starwoodvo.com.
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