Hilton Hotels & Resorts named Best International Hotel Brand in South Africa
Hilton Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious title of Best International Hotel Group at the third annual Business Traveller Africa Awards held in Sandton, Johannesburg on 2nd September 2014. |
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Hilton Hotels & Resorts named Best International Hotel Brand in South Africa
Hilton Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious title of Best International Hotel Group at the third annual Business Traveller Africa Awards held in Sandton, Johannesburg on 2nd September 2014. |
Category: Africa Indian Ocean - South Africa - Events -
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"Receiving this award is such an honour as it confirms the depth of our contribution in the hospitality industry in South Africa and the continent. Our multi-pronged approach to hospitality globally with such focal points as talent development and community engagement has continued to bolster the brand as the number one international hotel brand in South Africa. We are very proud of this achievement," said Jan van der Putten - Vice President, Operations: Africa and Indian Ocean.
The awards acknowledge brands and entities that have performed exceptionally well in the business travel landscape in South Africa. This year's awards featured a number of new categories including the 'Best International Hotel Group' category which was won by Hilton Hotel & Resorts. Individual industry research and analysis for this year's accolades was done by Future Group in partnership with global independent research company TNS.
Hilton Worldwide entered the African market in 1959 and now operates a number of properties in the Africa and Indian Ocean region across three of its brands: Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Double Tree by Hilton and Conrad Hotel & Resorts. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, and is most recognized name in the industry; Hiltonremains synonymous with the word "hotel." 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. With over 50 years presence in the region Hilton has established its reputation in a number of key markets in Africa including South Africa, Namibia, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania. Hilton continues to build upon its legacy of innovation by developing products and services to meet the needs of tomorrow's savvy global travelers.
Plans to expand the brand's footprint in the continent are underway with the aim to continue investing in the continent and grow with it.
About Hilton Hotels & ResortsFounded in 1919 as the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, Hilton Hotels & Resorts continues to build upon its legacy of innovation by developing products and services to meet the needs of savvy global travelers at more than 550 hotels across six continents. Hilton is the stylish, forward-thinking global leader in hospitality with Team Members shaping experiences in which every guest feels cared for, valued and respected.
About Hilton WorldwideHilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxury and full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and focused-service hotels. For 95 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of eleven world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,200 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 690,000 rooms in 93 countries and territories, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors.
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