06 May 2013
Rixos The Palm Dubai walks away with the Middle East's Leading Lifestyle Resort 2013 award at the 20th Annual World Travel Awards.

It is the Turkish leading hospitality operator's first property, located in one of UAE's premium addresses, lavishly catering to UAE's ever growing luxury leisure tourist market as well as to business travelers seeking refreshing locations beyond the conventional downtown addresses.

The resort, enjoying a unique build up ratio of only 30% along with the longest beach stretch on the Palm, became instantly popular for its highly individualized experience offering to the occupants of its 231 rooms and was considered a great contender for the award.

The AWTA award for Middle East's Leading Lifestyle Resort 2013, seals the positioning of Rixos The Palm Dubai as one of the most desired destinations not only on the Palm but also in the greater Middle Eastern Region and adds to the global recognition granted to Rixos Hotels for their hospitality excellence.

Τhe award was received by Mouhamad Hadla, Hotel Manager Rixos The Palm Dubai who commented:  This is a huge achievement for the entire team of "Rixos The Palm Dubai who strive to provide exceptional service and inspiring Turkish hospitality to all of our guests. We look forward to welcoming many more savvy travellers to enjoy the renowned Rixos Experience".   

The ceremony was held at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, and was attended by distinguished members from tourism authorities of the region, CEOs, directors of leading travel companies, chief executives of destinations and tourism departments.

About Rixos Hotels
Rixos Hotels, established in 2000, is one of the world's fastest growing, luxury hotel chains.  Dedicated to offering traditional Turkish hospitality and a unique spa experience in the finest surroundings and luxury ambience, Antalya based group owns and operates premium resorts & villas including city hotels in key regions as diverse as Turkey, Europe, CIS Countries, North Africa and Middle East.

Rixos Hotels portfolio of exceptional properties is sited in prime and historic locations. With more than 6,500 staff serving all its properties, Rixos Hotels have developed an innovative guest experience that blends the best of the new and old.  Designed to offer a unique luxury long stay experience, the Rixos villas are beautifully furnished. Tailor-made service with private butler and concierge is the ultimate choice of the world's most distinguished travelers. At the heart of every Rixos hotel is a revitalizing Wellness and Spa Center with an authentic Turkish Hammam, offering a unique spa treatment, menu and atmosphere. 

Known for their hospitality, attentive personalized service and fine cuisine, Rixos Hotels received global recognition and top ratings from distinguished specialist professional bodies such as the American Five Star Diamond Award, Conde Nast, World Travel Awards and Great Hotels of the World.

For more information about the company, please visit www.rixos.com  

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