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Dubai: The Meydan
With a wealth of flexible venues for any size event, 5* accommodation, breathtaking surroundings and a prestigious location just 10 minutes from Dubai’s business districts, it’s no wonder The Meydan Hotel is the home of events in the Middle East.
Their stylish multi-functional venue options provide contemporary meeting spaces which can be adapted to the size and purpose of your gathering. Try the 72 inter-connected Grandstand Suites for receptions of 20-500 people, or opt for the 400 person Grand Ballroom if you want to make a lasting first impression.
Host your event under the Sky Bubble’s iconic crescent roof to enjoy 360 degree views of Dubai and outdoor terraces for banqueting or entertaining up to 4,500 guests. Not forgetting The Apron’s trackside location and vast outdoor space, making it the ideal venue for large concerts, festivals and sporting events. But impressive venues are just the start. Their state-of-the-art business amenities including 24-hour concierge, fully equipped business centre, and meeting rooms with the latest technology ensure you are kept in the loop however far you are from the office. And if you need to unwind don’t forget you can hit a few balls at our 9-hole golf course The Track, Meydan Golf and Tennis Academy, or enjoy the on-screen action at Meydan’s 500-seater IMAX cinema used for conferences, awards and ceremonies.
The hotel’s 285 beautifully appointed rooms and suites offer spectacular views of The Meydan Racecourse and combine sophistication with true luxury.
Facilities include:- 7 Restaurants & Bars
- Shooting Simulator
- Business Centre
- Meeting Rooms
- Gymnasium
- Leisure Pool
- Tennis
- Meydan Golf
- Spa & Health Club
- Meydan IMAX
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Brussels: Hôtel Métropole
Opened in 1895, the Hotel Metropole is ideally located in the heart of the historic center of Brussels.
The hotel offers guests one of the most imposing interiors of Brussels. Real Belle Epoque museum, it has such a magnificent French Renaissance style reception, a sumptuous Empire style lobby, the restaurant L'Alban Chambon has been decorated in an Italian Baroque style, the bar "The 31" in a unique "End XIX - contemporary" style with gold, glittering chandeliers, stained glass and leather sofas and the Café Métropole recently re-opened with its heated terrace.The Hotel Metropole features:
- 286 elegant rooms including 23 suites. These rooms are furnished with original pieces of art and furniture and are decorated in Art Deco, Art Nouveau, contemporary classical or Louis XVI style
- 9 venue rooms that can accommodate up to 500 people for a variety of events
- The Metropole Executive Centre with 12 meeting rooms, a lounge and relaxation area
- A light breakfast "Le JardinIndien"
- The restaurant “L'Alban Chambon”, decorated in an Italian baroque style
- A bar "Le 31" decorated in an unique "End XIX-Contemporary" style
- A Taverne “Café Métropole”, decorated in an Art Nouveau style
- A fitness room
- A business center
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Valletta: Grand Hotel Excelsior - Malta
The Grand Hotel Excelsior, Malta, is a deluxe, 5* resort situated within the sixteenth century fortifications - a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Excelsior commands the Island’s premier waterfront location offering breathtaking sea views of Marsamxett Harbor and Manoel Island.
As a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the hotel exceeds expectations on the basis of its 5*service excellence. All 428 deluxe rooms and suites enjoy a harmonious blend of classic and contemporary design mixed with modern convenience.
The Excelsior’s facilities include a private 30-berth marina, large outdoor and indoor swimming pools, health and beauty centre and 3 food and beverage outlets. The Excelsior offers versatile conference & banqueting facilities, 14 flexible venues of over 4000m²,a number of which have natural daylight – an ideal environment for business meetings, conferences and other events. Near the Excelsior is the Mediterranean Conference Centre. This historical building enhances the Excelsior’s conference potential with an auditorium capacity for up to 1,400 delegates.
The hotel prides itself in attracting and retaining a faithful following of leisure and business guests as well as prominent international personalities. The hotel played host to Lady Gaga, Enrique Iglesias, Black Eyed Peas, Scissor Sisters, David Guetta, AKON, Tom Jones, Rod Stewart, Ronan Keating, Cliff Richard and Snoop Dog to name but a few. The German Chancellor, the King of Spain and U.S. Secretary of State also recently chose the Excelsior.
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Amsterdam: Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht
Experience the trendy Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, situated in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam.
Enjoy an innovative hospitality experience with attentive, uncomplicated service designed to accommodate your personal preferences. Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht's team will make every effort to ensure that your stay is as pleasant as possible!
Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht is one of Amsterdam’s best and most inspiring meeting and event venues.
Whether you are planning a business meeting, workshop, product launch, wedding or cocktail party, the events team will make it happen in one of Andaz Studio’s various dynamic meeting spaces (over 400 square meters or 4,305 square feet) designed to engage and energise guests as if you were entertaining them in your own home.
All meeting rooms are equipped with top-of-the-line audiovisual equipment and are ideally suited for presentations, exhibitions, dinners, fashion shows and cultural events. Also, complimentary wireless Internet, a built-in coffee maker, refrigerator and storage spaces are facilitated in each room.
For the final touch, enhance your meeting with creative and local cuisine from acclaimed, farm to table, Bluespoon Restaurant.
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Bangkok: Amari Watergate
Located in a bustling shopping and commercial district, Amari Watergate Bangkok combines spacious guest rooms with superb restaurants and extensive meeting and recreational facilities. Offering comfort and sophistication in a prominent Bangkok location, stylish Amari Watergate is the ideal Thai city getaway.
This hotel features 569 well-appointed rooms, including deluxe and grand deluxe rooms and suites. Amongst a host of other benefits, the dedicated executive floors offer an exclusive executive lounge with a private reception area and a terrace offering breath-taking city views. Amari Watergate boasts an impressive range of restaurants, offering something for everyone.
Bringing people together to enjoy unforgettable moments is one of the hallmarks of Amari Watergate. Enjoy a day of shopping with family and explore the myriad of souvenir boutiques and shopping malls surrounding the hotel. Or spend an evening out on the town with friends and venture out to Silom or Thonglor and discover the thriving night life scene. Guests with energy to burn can also visit the fitness centre on the 8th floor, a professional facility offering extensive exercise equipment and fitness programmes.
Amari Watergate is one of the most popular meeting venues in Bangkok, with a capacity of up to 1,500 guests. There are a range of function rooms all equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a business centre catering for anything from business meetings to banquets and weddings. Combined with its ideal city-centre location, Amari Watergate is the ideal meeting venue.
The vibrant capital of beautiful Thailand, Bangkok is a popular destination for travellers from all over the world. Bangkok combines colourful city life, rich history, friendly people and unparalleled shopping opportunities. Any visit to Bangkok - a city that simultaneously houses a commercial metropolis and cultural sites – will truly be unforgettable.
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Sydney: Park Hyatt
Park Hyatt Sydney, a luxury waterfront residence with uninterrupted views of the harbour and close proximity to the city centre. Nestled between the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, the hotel’s events and meeting venues are unsurpassed.
Park Hyatt Sydney offers contemporary luxury in an iconic location for the discerning meeting planner. The five sophisticated meetings and events venues offer flexible solutions and are equipped with the latest audiovisual technology including wireless internet connectivity and iPad controlled sound and lighting systems. Rooms feature specially commissioned Australian artworks.
Accompanied with renowned Park Hyatt service and innovative Australian inspired cuisine, Park Hyatt Sydney’s event packages are ideal for intimate gatherings, corporate meetings and social events. Their dedicated event management team ensures that personalised service and attention to detail complement the hotel’s exclusive facilities.
Their ability to deliver creative and client focused event solutions offer peace of mind and a memorable guest experience.
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New York: The NoMad Hotel
Opened in 2012 with rates from $395 USD, The NoMad Hotel is located in a turn-of-the-century Beaux-Arts building in Manhattan's NoMad (North of Madison Square Park) district at 28th Street and Broadway.
The hotel has been fully restored to its original grandeur with interiors by French designer Jacques Garcia. The 168 rooms and suites have a residential feel, each with hand-selected custom furnishings and original artwork. The public spaces of the hotel, including a soaring center atrium, library, cocktail bar, dining room, and rooftop feature food & beverage by award-winning chef Daniel Humm and restauranteur Will Guidara of New York's acclaimed Eleven Madison Park.
Sydell Group own and operate the hotel, and also developed the nearby Ace New York & Palm Springs, as well as The Saguaro Palm Springs & Scottsdale and the Freehand Hostel in Miami. Other collaborations include the hotel's retail space by Paris-based Maison Kitsune, which is its first ever dedicated shop in the US, as well as staff uniforms by Bespoken, and custom artwork by Be-Poles, who also created The NoMad's brand identity.
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Pattaya: Amari Orchid
Set amidst beautifully manicured gardens at the northern end of Pattaya Bay, Amari Orchid Pattaya is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. The hotel’s oceanfront location is five minutes away from the city’s throbbing entertainment zone as well as museums, golf courses and other recreational activities.
Amari Orchid Pattaya comprises the soaring 20-storey Ocean Tower with 297 rooms and the low-rise, resort-style Garden Wing offering 226 rooms. With stunning views over Pattaya Bay the Ocean Tower offers guests seven choices of contemporary styled rooms whilst the Garden Wing provides modern tropical living amongst the tranquility of manicured gardens.
Amari Orchid boasts an array of fantastic meeting facilities, catering for up to 800 guests. On top of a number of smaller function rooms, the freestanding Aranda Ballroom offers a multi-functional conference facility with hi-tech equipment and a wide range of catering options to suit any event, from business meetings to weddings.
A beach lifestyle hotspot on the picturesque northern crescent of vibrant Pattaya Bay, Amari Orchid offers an array of seaside experiences from an idyllic Thai beach holiday, to destination dining among the fashionable crowd, to a laid-back barbecue party on the beach. Pattaya is simultaneously upbeat and relaxing, with endless entertainment and sporting opportunities.
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Manila: Makati Shangri-La
Makati Shangri-La, Manila’s superb location and its close proximity to business centers in Manila make it the ideal venue for conventions, seminars, corporate meetings, banquets and other events.
The Hotel’s Rizal Ballroom is the largest in the city at 1,434 m², and with a ceiling height of 5.7 m. It is ideal for lavish celebrations or large conferences.
Six additional function rooms are located at the lobby level and the third level, which suit various events for 60 to 250 people. All function rooms feature state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, including complimentary wired or wireless Internet access, projector screen, simultaneous translation system and optional teleconferencing equipment.
With these features, Makati Shangri-La, Manila offers a comprehensive set of initiatives designed to position the Hotel at the forefront of delivering streamlined, successful events. Meeting organisers can take advantage of services and benefits tailored to their needs, from initial inquiry to event follow-up.
The Hotel’s 696 guestrooms and suites provide luxurious, spacious accommodations with a contemporary Asian touch.
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Brussels: Sofitel Brussels Le Louise
Discover Sofitel Brussels Le Louise a 5 star luxury hotel in Brussels prestigious Avenue Louise district nestled amid quiet streets lined with chestnut trees designer boutiques and art deco mansions.
With its stunning plays on color and light this stylish hotel blends Brussels historic beauty with French art de vivre. Step into theatrical interiors by renowned architect Antoine Pinto ruby pink crystal chandeliers a translucent wall carved with lace patterns, soft lavender lighting and Fornasetti cushions.
Savor delicate suppers and relaxed Sunday brunches by award winning chef Adwin Fontein in the Crystal Lounge restaurant and bar. Out on a vast terrace sip espresso while listening to chirping birds and church bells.
Peruse the lace, waffle and chocolate shops of Brussels' Grand Place, seek out antique treasures a two-minute walk away in Grand Sablon. Stroll from our downtown Brussels hotel to Avenue Louise, the "Champs-Elysées of Brussels" with its luxury stores.
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Puerto Natales: Remota
Remota is one of the most celebrated and awarded Hotels in Chile, where the National Architecture Prize Awarded, German Del Sol, achieved the most breathtaking views of the fjord and glaciers. Normal things like breakfast, is an unforgettable experience.
Luminous and inserted into Patagonia's landscape, without any modification, with the best infrastructure and totally different from a classic hotel that impresses visitors and leaves a lasting memory. Remota is a selected property of the prestigious Virtuoso luxury travel network and was chosen by Orvis as an International Endorsed Destination.
Remota is more than just a hotel, it allows travellers to have a unique total Patagonia Experience. It is an ecological and sustainable hotel, built with high quality materials, almost no motors, no elevators, no television or internet in the rooms, very light, almost transparent, natural ventilation and highly efficient energy use.
Remota offers thirty different excursions, in a region that is a real world reserve of beauty and culture, both within Torres del Paine National Park, as well as beyond mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers and forests, towards cattle farms in vast prairies, land of ancestral native cultures, nomad hunters like Onas and Huilliches, or the Yamanas, fishermen and divers, who have impregnated their geography with the stories and legends that seduce todays travelers, as much as they did the first seamen and scientists, like Magellan and Darwin.
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Budapest: Buddha-Bar Hotel Budapest Klotild Palace
The Buddha-Bar Hotel Budapest Klotild Palace is the place to do business, to build lasting connections as well as to discover culinary fusion delights.
It is a new and trendy venue renovated in Asian Colonial design that contributes to the success of any business as well as private event.
For your events it offers: 3 state-of-the-art meeting rooms, which can be opened into one with natural daylight; Buddha-Bar Restaurant for events of up to 250 guests; Exclusive Klotild Bar & Lounge available for private events, receptions, cocktail parties for up to 100 guests and the Zen Garden for contemporary art exhibitions.
The SPA center of Buddha-Bar is a unique place where East meets West in a contemporary setting, inviting you on a journey of spiritual and physical well-being.
The Buddha-Bar Hotel Budapest Klotild Palace is located in the historical building at the corner of Budapest's premier pedestrian shopping street, amongst the main tourist attractions and fashion shops.
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