Al Bustan Palace named one of world's most preferred beachfront resorts for German tourists at the recent ITB Berlin.

MUSCAT, Oman, March 26, 2014: In an announcement made at the recently concluded ITB Berlin 2014, the world's largest leisure travel fair in Berlin, Germany, Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, was recognized, alongside the Sultanate of Oman, as a favored destination for tourists from German-speaking countries.  Following this recognition and in celebration of it, the hotel has launched an attractive package offer to showcase its outstanding offer and luxury facilities to an even wider global audience.    

With a one-kilometer long private beach, crystal blue infinity pool, lush garden and spectacular year-round weather on offer, the hotel has seen strong growth in the number of

German-speaking tourists. Wishing to share The Ritz-Carlton Oman's legendary Gold Standard experience with even more global visitors, Al Bustan Palace is launching a special  'Discover With You' holiday package.  The package, available to discerning travelers world-wide, includes overnight accommodation, a US$50 hotel spending credit, a sumptuous buffet breakfast for two at Al Khiran restaurant, and a one-hour kayak excursion for two.

"We were honored to be officially named as the favorite beachfront hotel for German-speaking tourists this year," said Bernard Viola, General Manager of Al Bustan Palace.  "Building upon this recognition and our continued visitor growth, we decided we wanted to be a leading favorite with even more nationalities. Our guests are savvy travelers who just don't want a holiday, but an experience to remember.  The 'Discover with You' package offers just that - it allows our guests enjoy their vacation time at our resort but also includes unique activities to create an experience that will not soon be forgotten."

For additional information on Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel please call +968 24 799 666 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/albustanpalace.

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 86 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company website at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)

Contact: Erika Anggreini
Public Relations Manager
P.O. Box 1998, PC 114
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Telephone: +968002098242333
E-mail: erika.anggreini@ritzcarlton.com

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