Tourexpi
The
prestigious event honoured outstanding performance and collaboration among
GHA’s member brands, which include over 850 hotels across 45 brands in more
than 100 countries.
Kempinski
Hotels was named Best Hotel Brand Performance, a key category that recognises
exceptional delivery, engagement, and collaboration across the GHA DISCOVERY
loyalty programme. Additionally, two standout Kempinski properties were
honoured:
Siam
Kempinski Hotel Bangkok received the coveted Hotel of the Year award for
leading GHA DISCOVERY with the highest number of room-nights booked in the past
year.
The
Apurva Kempinski Bali won in the Green Collection – Special Contribution
category for its exemplary sustainability efforts, including community-focused
initiatives and its role in advancing awareness of the Green Collection within
the alliance.
Chris
Hartley, CEO of Global Hotel Alliance, praised the winners:
“Congratulations
to all of our winners for their outstanding accomplishments. Their innovation,
dedication, and impact have played a vital role in the continued success of GHA
DISCOVERY, bringing value to all our member brands. These awards also shine a light
on the strength and unity of our global network, which continues to grow
stronger each year.”
The
awards ceremony took place alongside GHA’s annual CEO meeting, hosted at the
elegant Corinthia Brussels, and brought together senior leaders and executives
from across the alliance. Among them was Barbara Muckermann, Group CEO of
Kempinski Hotels, who accepted the honours on behalf of the brand.
With
these wins, Kempinski Hotels reinforces its position as a leader in luxury
hospitality, delivering not only exceptional guest experiences but also a
strong commitment to sustainability and global collaboration through the GHA
network.
Image
Credit: © Kempinski Hotels
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