Honoured as a Highly Rated Resort as Reviewed by Travellers on the World's Largest Travel Site

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - 31, May, 2012

Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa, the 5* luxury resort nestled in a spectacular private bay at the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula in the United Arab Emirates today announced that it 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.

Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence," said Mohab Ghali; Country Manager at Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa "We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveler reviews on TripAdvisor."

"TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travelers on the site," said Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business. "The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. From exceptional accommodations in Beijing to remarkable restaurants in Boston, we want to applaud these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travelers a great customer experience."
* In 2012 Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa also won Tripadvisor's , Inc Traveller's Choice Award for Best Relaxation Spa as well as being included in the Top 400 Hotels Worldwide by Holidaycheck.com's Holiday Check Award 2012. Both prestigious awards are voted for by hotel guests and holidaymakers. 

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About Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa is located along Maaredh Street, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.  For inquiries and reservations, please call +971(0)7 2288844 or visit www.rasalkhaimahresort.hilton.com about Hilton Hotels & Resorts
One of the most recognized names in the industry, Hilton Hotels & Resorts stands as the stylish, forward thinking global leader in hospitality. From inaugural balls and Hollywood award galas to business events and days to remember, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions and gets away from it all. The flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide continues to build upon its legacy of innovation by developing products and services to meet the needs of tomorrow's savvy global travelers while more than 144,000 Team Members shape experiences in which every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. Today, the Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio includes more than 540 hotels in 79 countries and the brand remains synonymous with "hotel." Access the latest Hilton news at www.hiltonglobalmediacenter.com or begin your journey at www.hilton.com. Social media users can engage with Hilton at www.twitter.com/hiltononline, www.facebook.com/hilton and www.youtube.com/hilton. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's ten market-leading brands.

About TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor® is the world's largest travel site, enabling travelers to plan and have the perfect trip. TripAdvisor offers trusted advice from real travelers and a wide variety of travel choices and planning features with seamless links to booking tools. TripAdvisor-branded sites make up the largest travel community in the world, with more than 50 million unique monthly visitors*, and over 60 million reviews and opinions. The sites operate in 30 countries worldwide, including China under daodao.com. TripAdvisor also includes TripAdvisor for Business, a dedicated division that provides the tourism industry access to TripAdvisor's millions of monthly visitors.
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CONTACT:
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa      
TRIPADVISOR PR TEAM
Tuhina Rahman             
mediarelationsta@tripadvisor.com
+971 07 2288844
Tuhina.Rahman@hilton.com

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