Meliá Introduces 7th Luxury Property In DR During DATE Conference

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Meliá Hotels International welcomed its seventh establishment in the Dominican Republic, The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real with an inauguration ceremony during the annual DATE (Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange) Conference that included guests such as DR President Danilo Medina. The event marked the official launch of not only the property but the luxury vacation club Circle By Meliá as well. Additional attendees included the Minister of Tourism, Francisco Javier García Fernández; the Administrative Minister of the Presidency of the Republic, Mr. José Ramon Peralta; and the Minister of Public Works and Communications of the DR, Mr. Gonzalo Castillo. 

The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real is an all-inclusive hotel with 432 spacious rooms and 108 luxurious suites, direct access to the pool, garden and private terrace, and offers 8 restaurants as well as 6 bars, the Maia Spa, a water park, a club for children and teenagers, a Fitness Studio and 7 swimming pools that occupy 19,000 sq. meters. Built with a sophisticated design, The Grand Reserve also incorporates the most advanced technological innovations to facilitate easier use of facilities and amenities to guests and members of the Círcle vacation club. In total, the property employs over 1,000 new collaborators.

"The Gran Reserve and the Club Circle by Meliá strengthen the brand and the destination and represent the highest range of the all-inclusive modality and the highest standard in resorts in the Dominican Republic," noted Álvaro Tejeda Schroder, Regional Vice President for the Americas at Meliá Hotels. "Aside from the utmost in luxury, the property was conceived as an inclusive hotel with the aim to offer reduced carbon dioxide emissions."

MHI's goal is to promote sustainable and quality growth, creating long-term relationships with strategic partners; with brands that guarantee an absolute commitment to responsible tourism, the environment, the dissemination of local culture and the contribution to cultural integration and society.

Having worked with DR Tourism since 1989, Tejeda  noted that from the beginning Vice President Gabriel Escarrer Jaume saw the potential the brand had in the positioning of luxury tourism. In a region with a competitive financial sector, legal security, and sustainable growth that reinforces the diversity of the luxury offerings, Meliá Hotels International strives to additionally highlight the local culture, the gastronomy, and the natural attractions. With the introduction of The Grand Reserve, MHI increases its presence to 7 hotels totaling 4,000 rooms, a Shopping Center alongside the Cocotal Residential & Golf Club, and a team of 7,000 employees. Stemming over the past 30 years, Meliá is proud to showcase their strong bond with the Dominican Republic – specifically Punta Cana – whose excellent conditions for holiday tourism have encouraged several new project launches with great success.

Notable moments during DATE 2019 include Mr. Tejeda's revalidation of Mr. Gabriel Escarrer's vision and commitment to Punta Cana, President Danilo Medina's official ribbon cutting ceremony for The Grand Reserve, a performance by local singer Sergio Vargas, an exhibition of art from local artist Mirna Ledesma and cocktails or bites from award-winning chefs and mixologists.

Meliá Hotels International currently operates under seven different brands, in more than 40 countries and four continents. It is the first company in the Spanish tourism sector in Corporate Reputation, 3rd largest company in Europe, and one of the most attractive in which to work worldwide. It is the first Spanish hotel company in China with 36 projects to open in the coming years. The brand is present in Southeast Asia, Africa and the US, with a leading position in traditional markets such as Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. In total Meliá Hotels International has 380 hotels worldwide – 41 of them in America – and in 2018 alone, opened 12 new hotels with 20 more properties in various parts of the world slated for 2019.

About Paradisus by Meliá
Paradisus by Meliá is a luxurious, all-inclusive hotel brand owned and managed by Meliá Hotels International, one of the most successful family-owned hotel companies worldwide. The properties are located in some of the world's most breathtaking destinations, as well as emerging hotspots, offering the ultimate guest experience. The luxury hotel brand currently has 11 hotels in Cuba, Dominican Republic and Mexico, such as Paradisus Palma Real and Paradisus Punta Cana (Dominican Republic), Paradisus Cancun, Paradisus Playa del Carmen and Paradisus Los Cabos (Mexico), all surrounded by stunning gardens, with beach-front views that reflect the natural beauty of the destination. 2018 and 2019 will see new openings in Mexico, Costa Rica and Cuba. Committed to health and well-being and environmentally conscious, each resort offers a range of authentic, personalized, Life Enriching Experience activities such as yoga, YHI Spa treatments, water sports and cooking classes. Guests are encouraged to immerse themselves in local experiences, from guided tours and offsite excursions to a superior culinary program available at each resort. Paradisus by Meliá offers unique room categories and luxury upgrade options, including Royal Service (adults only) and Family Concierge (families only), which are ideal for a wide range of guests: couples, family holidays, weddings and business trips.

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the best-known international brand in the portfolio of the Meliá Hotels International company; it has more than 100 city and resort hotels in the main leisure and business destinations of Europe, Asia, Africa and America. The brand offers exemplary meetings and events facilities in all important business cities as well as in exotic locations, catering to the ever-expanding conference and incentive travel market. As part of its innovation philosophy and new positioning, Meliá Hotels & Resorts has reinvented itself to cater to every aspect of the guests' wellbeing. Unique experiences are created for guests and are defined by relaxation, quality time and personalized services. For a balanced lifestyle, Meliá Hotels & Resorts instinctively understands the guests' needs and lifestyle expectations, which is an integral part of its redefined identity. Follow Meliá Hotels & Resorts on Twitter @MeliaHtlResorts, Facebook @Melia.Hotels and Instagram @meliahtlresorts. www.melia.com.

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