Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila launches online restaurant reservation system
Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila recently launched its new and innovative online restaurant reservation system, allowing guests to instantly confirm their reservations upon visiting the Dining and Entertainment section of the hotel’s official Web site. With this convenient service, guests can now explore the hotel’s award-winning restaurants, choose their favorite dining outlet, select their preferred seating arrangement and get instant confirmation with just a click of a finger. The online system is a quick and easy way for guests to make reservations at Market Cafe, Li Li or The Fireplace for special family luncheons or dinner dates while on the go. Visit www.manila.casino.hyatt.com.
Be rewarded across Crowne Plaza’s Cluster of Six
Crowne Plaza Hotels across Southeast Asia consisting of Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand has recently launched a regional rewards programme for residential meeting bookings. Book your next event until June 30 at any Crowne Plaza property in the region and be rewarded with one of four value-added perks throughout 2012. Enjoy a complimentary one-hour cocktail reception which includes a spread of canapés, soft drinks, wine and beer. Raise your glass and celebrate a meeting well done or give your guests a warm welcome with a pre-dinner cocktail. Get 10 percent off Meeting Package Rack rates for your second event and 20 percent off for your third and subsequent events with Crowne Plaza. Double up Priority Club Meetings Rewards (PCMR) points at your second event and triple the points for your third and subsequent event. Event Planners can choose to take a breather with a one night stay extension or rejuvenate after a long hectic event with a pampering spa treatment courtesy of Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria. For inquiries regarding Crowne Plaza Meeting Rewards, e-mail Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria (Philippines) at alvin.marasigan@ihg.com, Crowne Plaza Changi Airport (Singapore) at meetings@cpchangiairport.com, Crowne Plaza Mutiara Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) at catering@cpmkl.com, Crowne Plaza Jakarta (Indonesia) at cpjmtgs@crowneplazajakarta.com, Crowne Plaza Semarang (Indonesia) at meetings@cpsemarang.com and Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park (Thailand) at catering-cpbkk@ihg.com. Visit www.crowneplaza.com.
Makati Shangri-La, Manila welcomes head sommelier and director of beverage
Makati Shangri-La, Manila welcomes its newly appointed head sommelier, Daniel Blais, who is the first resident foreign sommelier for the hotel. A Canadian native, Blais is also the first appointed director of beverage for Makati Shangri-La. With more than 20 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, including eight years as head sommelier in various hotels around the globe, Blais brings with him an extensive knowledge and expertise in wines and beverage. Prior to his appointment in Makati Shangri-La, Blais was head sommelier and beverage manager based in the United Arab Emirates. He was awarded sommelier of the year in the Middle East and North Africa in 2010 by two prestigious magazines. He has also held the position of head sommelier in luxury properties in the Maldives, Mauritius, and in fine dining restaurants in Canada. As the first certified sommelier in the Philippines, Blais is looking forward to elevating the experience in the art and appreciation of wine for the guests of the hotel.
Dusit Thani Manila earns 2012
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Dusit Thani Manila has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award. To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.
