Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor Earns TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Aug. 18, 2011 - PRLog -- 17 August 2011 – Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence, which honors top-rated lodging businesses, restaurants and attractions, as reviewed by travellers on the world’s largest travel site*.

To qualify, these businesses must maintain an average rating of four or higher out of a possible five, as reviewed by travellers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include volume of reviews and how recently they have been submitted by TripAdvisor travellers. The accolade is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide.

Diana Banks, Vice President, Sales & Marketing for Raffles Hotels & Resorts, said:
“Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is delighted to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.  At Raffles we believe that true luxury is about how good our guests feel when they stay with us.  Every single member of our wonderful staff is genuinely proud to deliver thoughtful, kind and personal service.  This accolade shows that all their hard work has translated into positive traveller reviews on TripAdvisor – and I would like to thank everyone who gave us those good reviews.”

Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business, explained:  
“The TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence program gives exceptional businesses in a variety of different industries around the world the recognition they deserve.  From top-rated restaurants in Boston to top-rated attractions in Barcelona, we want to applaud all these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travellers a great customer experience – and especially Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor.”

In the former Royal Khmer compound, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is a stunning heritage property.  Original Art Deco features blend seamlessly with modern comfort.  Originally opened in 1932, it was reopened in 1997 as a member of the Raffles Hotels & Resorts family.   The hotel’s staterooms are currently undergoing an inspirational refurbishment and the two large private garden villas are being transformed and upgraded.  The work will be completed between September and November 2011.

Further information:  Lucinda Buxton/Victoria Coombes, Mango PR
Telephone +44 (0) 207 421 2500
Lucinda.buxton@mangopr.co.uk | victoria.coombes@mangopr.co.uk

ABOUT RAFFLES HOTELS & RESORTS:  Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore.  The portfolio currently comprises nine luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to chic hotels in key locations around the world:  in Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris, each one is an oasis of calm and charm.  The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in Istanbul, the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines and China scheduled over the next two years.   With a compelling mix of cultures and styles, every hotel in the Raffles family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place.   However, each one is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles – to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests.  

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