Press Release: The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd.
July 3, 2002
LOS ANGELES, CA -- In an age when delivering luxury presents a constant challenge for five-star hotels due to the
somewhat jaded mentality of the upscale traveler and operational constraints associated with difficult economic
times, the ability to maintain the highest standards of service should not go unnoticed.
This is why The Leading Hotels of the World, which represents 395 of the world's finest hotels, unveiled its "Commitment
To Quality Awards" at the organization's 2002 Annual Convention held in Los Angeles this past June.
According to Mr. Welf Ebeling, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Leading Hotels of the
World, Ltd., "The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. demands that its members maintain the highest levels of
excellence - in accommodation, facilities and services. Today's affluent traveler has more sophisticated - and
more specific - demands than ever before. We have established the 'Commitment to Quality Awards' to recognize and
acknowledge those members who meet and exceed the expectations of our customers by continually delivering luxury
in all its forms."
Winners have been selected based upon the results of their most recent reinspections, during which they were judged
on 1,200 to 1,400 individual criteria. Awards were presented to a Leading Hotel and a Leading Small Hotel with
the highest scores for their individual regions. The following hotels received awards:
The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. is the prestigious luxury marketing organization representing 395 of the
world's finest hotels. For reservations and information telephone toll-free from the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico or
the US Virgin Islands, (800) 223 6800, or contact your professional travel consultant. Additional information is
available on the Internet at www.lhw.com.
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Contact:
The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd.
Jane Coloccia, 212/515-5713
jcoloccia@lhw.com