Press Release: Oakwood Worldwide
December 8, 2000
LONDON -- For decades, business travellers have enjoyed furnished ``serviced apartments'' as a lodging alternative
to hotels, and Europeans have found them an ideal spot for vacations too. Now travellers seeking spacious, furnished
lodging with kitchens are finding these accommodations in Asia and North America too, thanks in part to the growth
of Oakwood Worldwide (www.oakwood.com), the first global brand of serviced apartments. Oakwood's accommodations
in London, Bangkok, and Los Angeles are indicative of the comforts awaiting travellers looking for something that's
more a residence than a hotel. Rates are typically less than a hotel, and booking is easily done via phone, internet
or travel agent.
YOUR OWN LONDON FLAT NEAR BIG BEN
Adjacent to Big Ben and Parliament, Oakwood has opened new luxury apartments at Luke House, in the historic London
neighborhood of Westminster (SW1). Attractive serviced residences offer a spacious comfort for travellers and their
families. Apartments are beautifully and completely decorated with furniture, linens, cookware, artwork and home
electronics. Luke House's ideal central London address is close to historic sites, and London's Underground subway.
A STUNNING RESIDENCE IN AMAZING THAILAND
Oakwood City Residence in Bangkok is Thailand's newest urban resort oasis. Airport transfer, 24-hour front desk,
daily housekeeping and a superb restaurant delight guests, but the spacious apartments tell visitors that this
is something special -- the flats range from 45 to a huge 140 square meters (484 to 1507 square ft.)! The giant
accommodations with kitchens are perfect for family vacations, entertaining, or even the new market of visitors
going to Thailand for cooking classes. Guests delight in the beautiful hardwood floors and elegant shuttered windows.
Oakwood in Bangkok also features lavish tropical gardens with resort swimming pool; and a spectacular health club
with gym, steam room, aerobics and massage. Oakwood is a short drive from the tourist district of Silom Road, and
features shuttle service to Bangkok's new Skytrain monorail.
WALK TO THE BEACH IN LOS ANGELES
Oakwood Marina del Rey is perfectly situated by Los Angeles' waterfront, close to great restaurants and a five-minute
walk to Santa Monica and Venice beaches. Oakwood Marina del Rey also offers a resort swimming pool, lighted tennis
and basketball courts, a high-tech fitness center with sauna, and a children's play area. Oakwood Marina del Rey
is undergoing renovations in 2001.
OTHER DESTINATIONS
Oakwood Worldwide has locations throughout North America and select locations in Asia and Europe, serving both
corporate housing needs and leisure travellers. The locations described in London, Bangkok and Los Angeles welcome
short stay guests like a hotel; other locations may have a one-month minimum length of stay. For example, Oakwood's
locations such as in Miami, Phoenix and San Diego have a one month minimum stay, yet still welcome vacation visitors
such as seniors during the winter.
RESERVATIONS
For reservations at any Oakwood location worldwide, please contact: www.oakwood.com,
1.800.888.0808 (U.S.), 44.207.408.1992 (London), 662.672.0200 (Bangkok).
SOURCE: Oakwood Worldwide