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New Radisson Resort Opens in Scottsdale, Arizona

New Radisson Resort Opens in Scottsdale, Arizona

Category: North America & West Indies / Carribean islands -
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2005-12-12


Radisson Hotels & Resort, one of the worlds leading full-service hotel companies with a focus on total guest satisfaction, has announced it is expanding into Scottsdale with 250 rooms. The new Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino is located at 10438 N Fort McDowell Road and opened December 1, 2005.

Announcing the latest addition to the expanding worldwide organization was Bjorn Gullaksen, executive vice president and brand leader for Radisson Hotels & Resorts.

"We are excited to put the Radisson flag on this resort." Gullaksen stated. "We are committed to offering world-class service and facilities in each of the more than 435 locations in 61 countries where we are operating," he added.

"Radisson is quickly earning a reputation as a leader in the global hospitality industry by striving to achieve total guest satisfaction and keeping attune to the needs of today's independent-minded frequent traveler who desires to have some control over their hotel experience," Greg Carrish, General Manager of the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino stated. "We feel this philosophy is right for this hotel," he added.

Employees at the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino will take part in Radissons' dynamic guest relations program called 'YES I CAN!'. This program has received widespread recognition throughout the industry and is designed to translate Radisson's philosophy of hospitality excellence to front-line employees.

The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino will participate in the brand's unique customer relationship program, goldpointsplusSM. goldpointsplus allows its members to earn and redeem Gold Points within an exclusive network of leading brands. Members earn 1,000 Gold Points per night, up to 10,000 points per stay. Please visit www.goldpointsplus.com for additional information.

The resort is linked to Radisson's industry-leading business delivery and reservations systems. Reservations for Radisson Hotels & Resorts can be made in the United States and Canada by calling 800-333-3333, with a travel consultant or by visiting the company's web site at www.radisson.com.

A typical rate for the month of December is $149/night for the new Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino rooms. Each room features 'Sleep Number' beds and complimentary high speed internet.

"We know that groups will account for about 70% of our business because of our ample meeting space and superior accommodations," Greg Carrish said. "In fact, our pre-opening sales team has booked well over $5 million in advanced bookings. By any measurement, that is extremely impressive."

The new Resort is an Enterprise of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. The Nation also owns the Radisson Poco Diablo Resort in Sedona, Arizona.

Minneapolis based Radisson Hotels & Resorts and its parent, Carlson Hospitality Worldwide include over 900 hotel and resort locations in 69 countries, plus five cruise ships sailing worldwide. Other operations of Carlson Hospitality Worldwide include Regent International Hotels,Radisson Seven Seas Cruises, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson, Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts and Park Inn hotels. Carlson Restaurants Worldwide, which includes T.G.I. Fridays and other restaurant brands.

For additional information contact:
C.F. 'Topper' Van Every
Director of Strategic Marketing
480-836-5306-W
480-836-8545- Fax



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