Iconic resort launches Dual 10Mb high speed internet access
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 21 May, 2008; Kempinski's Emirates Palace is blazing a trail in advanced hotel information technology (IT) systems this month, by launching a fully integrated internet access bandwidth, upgraded from single 8MB to dual 10MB load balanced links, with optimum bandwidth speed.
"At Emirates Palace we endeavor to provide the best services and facilities in every facet of operations and this substantial technological development is one more way in which we are following through on this commitment" stated Hans Olbertz, General Manager of Emirates Palace. "With a worldwide reputation for excellence and as the leading conference hotel, it is imperative we keep abreast of the latest developments and offer our guests the most advanced options available," stated Hakam Sourani, Director of IT and AV of Emirates Palace.
For IT savvy guests and business travelers, the significantly faster access speed will streamline internet usage and file transfers as well as allowing more efficient contact with friends, family and colleagues, leaving more time to relax and enjoy the resorts premium facilities.
The resorts wireless network range is one of the most comprehensive in the country, spanning the entire hotel inclusive of public areas, meetings facilities, rooms and suites and even the poolside areas and beach!
The decision to implement the upgrade was largely due to the extraordinary high demand from guests and conference delegates, who regularly utilize the hotels wireless internet access during holidays or meetings.
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Editors Note:
Built as an iconic landmark showcasing Arabian culture and hospitality at its finest, Emirates Palace has created an enviable niche in the luxury resort industry, welcoming holiday makers from all over the world and giving them a truly memorable leisure experience by providing luxurious facilities and amenities in comfortable surroundings and superior and personalized service.
Situated on a 1.3 km stretch of private beach and surrounded by hectares of manicured lawns, Emirates Palace comprises 394 luxury rooms and suites and a variety of fine dining options. The resort's leisure facilities include two intricately landscaped swimming pools, a spa, tennis courts, and two state of the art fitness centres. Emirates Palace houses the most luxurious and technologically advanced meeting facilities in the region which include an auditorium with 1,100 seats, a main ballroom that can accommodate up to 2500 guests, over 40 meeting rooms, a Media Centre and a Business Centre.
Emirates Palace, since its inception, has quickly established an enviable reputation in the industry, winning many prestigious industry awards including Best Conference/Convention Center, Best 5-Star Leisure Hotel, Best 5-Star Business/Corporate Hotel at the MENA Travel Awards 2007, considered the most prestigious and highly coveted industry recognition programme in the region.
Editor's Notes:
Europe's oldest luxury hotel group, Kempinski Hotels was founded in Germany in 1897. Kempinski's impressive portfolio of distinctive properties includes historical landmarks, unique hide-away resorts and vibrant city hotels throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South America and Asia. Rich in tradition, each Kempinski hotel celebrates the local culture and customs of its destination whilst maintaining the impeccable personalised service for which Kempinski is renowned. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning luxury traveller.
As a valued private-sector member of the Stop TB Partnership, Kempinski is proud to support the Luis Figo Campaign to Stop TB through the distribution of campaign postcards in guest rooms, explaining how tuberculosis, if it is diagnosed and treated with effective medication, is curable. We share the Stop TB Partnership's vision and goal of a TB-free world.
Kempinski is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance. Based on the airline alliance model, Global Hotel Alliance is the world largest alliance of independent hotel brands. It uses a common technology platform to drive incremental revenues and create cost savings for its members, while offering enhanced recognition and service to customers across all brands. GHA currently comprises Anantara, Cham, Dusit, Kempinski, Landis, Leela, Marco Polo, Omni and Pan Pacific, encompassing 160 upscale and luxury hotels with over 46,000 rooms in 41 different countries.
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