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resthouses, resorts and restaurants throughout Sri Lanka, many of which offer an old world charm providing clients with something quintessentially local in the most picturesque and prominent locations, some of which are within minutes to renown historical sites and attractions," says CHC's charming new Director Sales and Marketing Anushka Rovell.
She said that the Ceylon Hotels Corporation's past, present and future is grounded in a commitment to providing quality customer care and service coupled with "good value for money". To the millions of guests who have made any of our properties their 'home away from home' since 1967.
"We commemorate our 40th Anniversary with a variety of unique programs and promotions planned throughout this year which will include the launch of tours to Kandy, Ella Tissamaharama, Polonnaruwa and to begin with there is special room rate promotion," Lovell said.
The foundation of most CHC properties is accredited to the British Rulers of Sri Lanka. Influenced by the British Civil Servants' urgent need for temporary abodes during their extensive travels in remote out posts in colonial Ceylon, many of the properties were designed and built to resemble the style and architecture of old English Inns and Country Homes.
Realizing that tourism was one of the fastest growing industries in the World and identifying the vast potential that existed within the CHC properties, the reigning government in 1967 undertook an extensive development of these properties in order to lure more tourists to visit this resplendent Island.
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Rovell said that under the vision and direction of the Group Chairman, Sanjive Gardiner and his new team of professionals, further plans are well under way to extensively develop and improve the standards of services and facilities within the CHC properties, which are advantageously located and economically priced to cater to the different market segments that exist amongst local and international tourism.
Ceylon Hotels Corporation's chain falls into three categories according to their location - Pusellawa, Ella, Kotmale, Belihuloya are situated in the central highlands: Weligama Bay Inn situated on the coastline of the South and Tissamaharama, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Habarana, Polonnaruwa and Seruwa are located in the cultural triangle.
Those interested in wide life, will never forget the Tissmaharama resethouse which facilitates mere 30 minute drive to the famous Yala National Park and the Kataragama Shrine.
"The romantic locations of the Grand Ella Motel, Polonnaruwa Resthouse, Kitulgala Resthouse or Belihuloya Resthouse have prompted visitors to name our resthouses as honeymooner's paradise or a hide out for relaxation in exotic surroundings - this is particularly appropriate to Hotel Mihintale," said Consultant Sales and Marketing CHC Shan Wickramaratne.
The colonial building of Ambepussa has become a very popular stopover for visitors enroute to Kandy, Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa. The architecture of some of the properties, although given a new look, is still in keeping with the old traditions, which Ceylon Hotels Corporation is famous for.
The surroundings of each resthouse and its scenic beauty cannot be over emphasized. You will hear the gushing waters of the river flowing, the chirping sounds of birds and the cool breeze blowing across while you relax at many of the resthouses.
The Kitulgala Resthouse is one such location and has earned its fame from being the setting for the filming of Bridge on the River Kwai".
A host of activities await you amongst the CHC properties - varying from rock climbing to river rafting, nature walks, river bathing, barbecues, cultural and archaeological excursions, boat rides, fishing, jungle safaris, a visit to the Zoo and more.
Ceylon Hotels Corporation will kick off its 40th Anniversary Celebrations, with a stunning offer of a 40 percent discount at any of the Ceylon Hotels Corporation properties for Sri Lankan or Resident Expatriates travelling and staying on weekdays between February 1 to 28.
New GM at Hilton Colombo
APPOINMENT: 41-year-old Scotsman William J Costley took over as General Manager, Hilton Colombo from January 19. Costley hails from Scotland with 24 years experience in the hospitality industry. Going back to 1983, he began his career with Trust House Forte, UK, a hotel chain with 250 hotels.
At 22 he was the youngest Financial Controller in the country. With a financial background, William later joined
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Jarvis Hotels in Edinburgh as Cluster Financial Controller and then in 1990 he joined the UK Hiltons.
He worked in the capacity of Financial Controller in the properties such as Hilton Watford, Hilton Regents Park, Hilton Heathrow London and later was promoted as Executive Assistant Manager in the latter from 1995 -1997.
In 1997 he moved on to the Langham Hilton in the same capacity until 1999 and then as General Manager of Hilton Parksa Istanbul. From there he went as GM to Hilton Baynunah Tower in the UAE and in 2002 as Cluster GM also in the same property with an additional responsibility of the Corniche Residence also a Hilton International property.
From 2005 until his posting to Colombo, he remained as Cluster GM of Hilton Hurghada Plaza in Egypt overlooking two other properties - a total of 1500 rooms, 35 food and beverage outlets plus large shopping and concessionaire responsibility. William's wife and two children will be joining him in August.
Gum Bear Wine Week at California Grill Rooftop Restaurant
PROMOTION: Savour the rich smoothness of the finest Australia wines at the Galadari Hotel's California Grill's Gum Bear Wine Week.
The most exquisite unwounded Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon will be served by bottle and by glass.
So go ahead and treat yourself from January 20 to 28 at the California Grill Roof Top Restaurant, Colombo's most elegant restaurant for the best in Seafood and Steaks with Piano music every Sunday to Thursday by Paul Pereira and Ernest Francis, Dance Music by Ernest Francis Combo every Friday and Saturdays.
Also experience the flavour of Singapore in the heart of Colombo as Galadari Hotel, Colombo kicksoff the "Singapore Sling" Promotion at the Lobby Bar. Try out this authentic Singapore Sling cocktail made to its original recipe from Ngiam Tong Boon, made for The Raffles Long Bar in Singapore at the Galadari Hotel Lobby Bar.
The Galadari Hotel Lobby Bar is a cozy relaxing Lounge offering variety of cocktails, beverages, and a snack menu. Listen to the smoothing sounds of live music every evening. Singapore Sling happy hour will be offered at the Lobby Bar from January 19 to 28 6.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.
Cranford Villa: to rejuvenate your mind and body
BUNGALOW: Cranford, a former plantation bungalow now transformed into
a villa is nestled in a tranquil
setting up country amidst the cool
fresh air that will rejuvenate your mind and body.
Located in Diyatalawa, which is the ideal base to explore the scenery
up-country, Cranford Villa has five tastefully upgraded bedrooms that
include three standard rooms and two superior rooms which overlook the
sprawling, well maintained flower garden.
The furniture match the old world charm of the bungalow which also has hot and cold showers in the rooms.
The main lounge is an ideal place to spend your leisure time, with an
open fireplace to keep you warm, Satellite TV enables you to watch your
favourite movies. The colonial style open verandah overlooks the
panoramic mountain
range.
The large vegetable garden assures you of "garden fresh" Vegetables in the menu.
The villa provides its guests with a host of indoor and outdoor
recreation facilities such as basketball, badminton, carom, darts, for
the more adventurous there is mountain biking.
The menu is either Sri Lankan or Western or a-la-carte. Excursions could be arranged to Horton Plains, Diyaluma waterfalls or the Demodara Railway loop constructed by the British and the nine arch and three arch loop which facilitated the train journey to Badulla.
One Foot Sandwich Fiesta at Ceylon Continental
PROMOTION: An unforgettable feast of the choicest array of delicious
One Foot Sandwiches will be available
at the Pastry shop - La Patisserie
de Paris of Ceylon Continental Hotel Colombo from January 19 to 28,
2007.
Hungry Jack with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Coleslaw and Beefsteak, Sausage Hunger with Caramelized Onion, Tomato, Lettuce, Chicken Garlic Sausage with BBQ Sauce and Chicken Submarine with Onion, Tomato, Gherkin and Roast Chicken.
Also Mouthwatering Bombay Big Foot with Tandoor Chicken and Mini Raita and not forgetting the Vege lovers there will be a delicious Vege Foot Sandwich available at the La Patisserie de Paris from 9 am to 9 pm. French Fries will also be available during the Sandwich Promotion at Pastry Shop.
Fresh juices such as Orange, Lime Avacado, Pineapple and Mixed fruit juices will be available with a mouthwatering array of Croissants and cakes at La Patisserie de Paris.
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