Focus on world-class Soneva Kiri resort within Gulf of Thailand

Dubai, UAE; January 2, 2010: Hamptons International, the premier property services company with an extensive portfolio of projects globally, has partnered with premier luxury resort developer Six Senses to exclusively market the company's new private residence project in the GCC region.

The special project to be marketed to selected customers in the region is Soneva Kiri, envisaged as one of the world's finest resorts being developed by Six Senses in a pristine location within the Gulf of Thailand.

A Hamptons International spokesperson said the marketing agreement with Six Senses highlights the global outreach and property services competencies of the company. "With a global network of offices and experience of over 140 years addressing the needs of customers around the world, Hamptons offers a perfect fit for Six Senses. Our reach in the Middle East will offer them an ideal sounding board to explore the potential of the market here."

Lynn Villadolid, Senior Director - Six Senses Private Residences said: "Thailand offers one of the most robust and attractive property investment destinations, which will appeal to customers in the Middle East. The south east nation is also a preferred tourist destination for residents in the GCC region. Through our partnership with Hamptons, we are confident of attracting strong investments in Soneva Kiri, a truly remarkable project."

Soneva Kiri is set on 150 acres of untouched lush tropical rainforest and beach, and comprises 42 resort villas overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. There are an additional 21 Private Residences each of which is unique and designed to ensure maximum privacy and tranquility. The resort will offer the entire range of lifestyle amenities for residents.

The Hamptons spokesperson added: "As a one of its kind resort development, Soneva Kiri will offer a long term value investment for customers from the GCC region, particularly for those wanting a second or third home, serving as a perfect complement to their holiday experience. Hamptons will leverage our exclusive customer base and regional market reach to highlight the property."

Soneva Kiri's unique features are its location, the indigenous architecture and international standards of amenities - all making it a perfect holiday home. Customers can choose from two, four- and six-bedroom beach, hill or cliff villas, offering an exceptional and highly individualised lifestyle experience. For more details, potential customers can call Richard Bradstock at Hamptons International on +971 4 366 1662.

Hamptons has a strong presence in the MENA region, through offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and in Oman, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Morocco. Acquired by Emaar Properties in 2006, Hamptons International has headquarters in London and Dubai, and features a diverse project portfolio in addition to offering residential and commercial sales and leasing, property management, valuations and research, advisory and mortgage services.

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About Hamptons:
Hamptons is a premier realtor with over 85 offices worldwide. With more than 140 years of professional experience, it has earned an unrivalled reputation for professionalism, expertise and innovation across the world with a global network of offices and a large international portfolio of projects. The comprehensive range of services offered by Hamptons includes residential property sales and leasing, commercial property sales and leasing, property management as well as a full range of added value services including valuations, research and feasibility studies, and an independent mortgage consultancy. 

About Six Senses:
Six Senses is a resort and spa management and development company established in 1995, which manages resorts under the brand names Soneva by Six Senses, Six Senses Hideaway, Six Senses Latitude and Evason, plus Six Senses Spas and Six Senses Destination Spas. www.sixsenses.com  

Six Senses SLOW LIFE positioning philosophy:

Sustainability-Local-Organic-Wholesome Learning-Inspiring-Fun-Experiences.

Soneva by Six Senses - Intelligent Luxury.

Soneva is committed to offer luxuries of the highest international standard in an environment that nurtures the indigenous feel in design, architecture and service; fusing nature with guest experiences and creating destinations unto themselves. A Soneva resort has a limited number of accommodations, all offering generous personal space.

Six Senses Hideaway & Latitude: Six Senses Hideaway identifies the private pool villa category of the Six Senses brand, where attention to detail and focus on the reality of the destination together with modern architecture provides generous personal space and presents an uncompromised standard of luxury. Six Senses Latitude usually offers a greater number of accommodations than Six Senses Hideaway, while still maintaining attention to detail and generous proportions. A Six Senses Latitude offers individual style with a unique and diverse design personality, and a strong sense of community.

Six Senses Spas are a key element of all Six Senses properties, offers a wide range of holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty treatments administered under the guidance of expert therapists. Six Senses Spas are also hosted by prestigious hotels and resorts in many other locations.

Six Senses Destination Spas are dedicated to transforming the lifestyle of their guests through a complete immersion into healthy and mindful living. Personal life-passages are created for each guest, supported by a regime of activities and organic cuisine.

Evason introduces a collection of unique resorts that follow the Six Senses philosophy of uncompromised responsibility to the environment and to the community. Family friendly, these properties also present a strong value focus while offering a vast array of guest services, personal attention and facilities.

For further information please contact:
Kelly Home / Nivine William       
ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller                                
Tel: (+971 4) 334 4550
E-mail: k.home@asdaa.com, n.william@asdaa.com

Ms Christine Jabourian
Six Senses Middle East Representative Office
Tel : (+971 4) 227 9586
Email: admin@ckglobalmarketing.ae

© Press Release 2010