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KARISMA
HOTELS & RESORTS EXPANDS TO JAMAICA
Gourmet
Inclusive Hotel Collection Acquires Majority and Controlling Interest
Of Sandy Bay Beach Resort in Negril
(October 4, 2012) – Karisma Hotels & Resorts, a
premier collection of 11 Gourmet Inclusive properties comprised of El Dorado
Spa Resorts & Hotels, El Dorado Generations, and Azul Hotels and Villas by
Karisma, today announced its expansion beyond the Riviera Maya, Mexico to
Jamaica. Karisma Hotels &
Resorts has acquired majority and controlling interest in the former Sandy Bay
Beach Resort in Negril, which will now operate under the new name, Seashore Bay
Beach Resort.
“We are thrilled to expand to Jamaica and add Seashore
Bay Beach Resort to our portfolio,” said Mandy Chomat, vice president of sales
& marketing at Premier Worldwide Marketing, exclusive representatives of
Karisma Hotels & Resorts.
“There is something special about Jamaica, which affords guests a warm
and welcoming destination replete with rich culture, renowned cuisine and a
magnificent beachfront setting. We intend on continuing the tradition of
excellence upheld by the previous ownership and are extremely appreciative of
the exceptional stewardship of Poinciana Resorts Ltd.”
According to Chomat, investing in Jamaica was an easy
decision. “Jamaica offers a
strategic geographical location, exceptional infrastructure, and a talented
pool of human resources combined with an instantly recognizable worldwide
brand. Our expansion to Jamaica
makes good business sense and meets the demands of our valued partners who have
asked us to take our Gourmet Inclusive concept to other international market
for years.”
Karisma Hotels & Resorts is renowned for
revolutionizing the all-inclusive category with its award-winning Gourmet
Inclusive concept, featuring world-renowned chefs, sommeliers, and high-end
gourmet cuisine served a la carte.
This will be the first Gourmet Inclusive resort
outside of Mexico. The directors
of Poinciana Resorts Ltd. were confident in the partnership with the 12 year
old Karisma Hotels & Resorts after visiting each of the group’s properties,
saying, “The Gourmet Inclusive concept brings something unique to Jamaica. We feel that the philosophy of the
management and staff at Karisma as well as their innovative approach to
hospitality will be positive for Negril and Jamaica as a whole. We are excited
that the resort will be elevated to a 5-star Gourmet Inclusive property.”
Following a 60 day transition period, the 128-room Seashore
Bay Beach Resort will operate as an all-inclusive property for couples, singles
and families. It will be
ready to welcome guests as of December 1, 2012. Guests will enjoy an all-inclusive experience with nine
categories of rooms and suites with garden and ocean views, two pools, four
specialty restaurants, a spa, various activities and entertainment, and a kid’s
club.
Call today to book this fabulous resort 800 329-8145 ask for Leslie