The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. Launches Travel Insurance Plans
Global leader in luxury hospitality adds security and convenience to its services
NEW YORK, NY, December 8, 2006. The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd., the preeminent luxury hotel brand, has formed a relationship with Travel Guard International, a leading travel insurance supplier, to provide customers with a comprehensive worldwide travel insurance plan.
"One of our primary goals as a company has always been to offer our guests the finest - in accommodations, cuisine and service - in their luxury travel experience," said Paul M. McManus, president and chief executive officer of The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. "In today's sometimes uncertain climate, we felt it was incumbent upon us to offer them another very important travel component - peace of mind."
For just USD 259 per year, travelers can avail themselves of a variety of coverage and assistance services, for medical emergencies, lost travel documents, baggage delays, credit card protection, legal referrals, emergency cash transfers, and more.
Insurance plans can be easily purchased by logging on to The Leading Hotels of the World website at www.lhw.com.
The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. is the prestigious luxury hospitality organization representing more than 430 of the world's finest hotels, resorts and spas, and is the operator of www.lhw.com - the online source for your luxury lifestyle. As the largest international luxury hotel brand, the firm maintains offices in 24 major markets across the globe.
Since 1928, the company's reputation for excellence derives from the exacting levels of quality it demands of its members, each of which must pass a rigorous, anonymous inspection covering 1,500 separate criteria.
For reservations and information, visit www.lhw.com or telephone toll-free from the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, (800) 223-6800.
Contact:
Rebecca Sajous
Tel: (212) 515-5634
E-mail: [email protected]
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