Program’s “Pineapple Leader Award” Recognizes Hotels and Resorts that Embrace Community and Social Responsibility
CHICAGO –– October 22, 2012 –– Preferred Hotel Group™ is pleased to announce the winners of its 2012 GIFTTS (Great Initiatives for Today’s [Tomorrow’s] Society) program – Montage Hotels & Resorts (Laguna Beach, CA, USA; Beverly Hills, CA, USA; and Park City, UT, USA) and Utah, USA), Gondwana Game Reserve (Mossel Bay, South Africa), The Tongsai Bay (Surat Thani, Thailand), and Draycott Hotel (London, England). These properties were presented with the coveted “Pineapple Leader Award” for taking the meaning of genuine hospitality beyond their front doors and showcasing an outstanding commitment to philanthropy, community service, and environment. The sixth annual GIFTTS awards ceremony took place this past weekend during Preferred Hotel Group’s annual conference in New Delhi, India.
“It is imperative for hoteliers to embrace community and social responsibility, and we are proud to recognize these exemplary member properties for their leadership,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, President of Preferred Hotel Group. “The proactive initiatives of our independent hotels not only positively impact local communities, but also set inspiring examples for the travel industry worldwide On behalf of the Preferred Hotel Group family, I want to thank every member for their efforts in making a difference.”
Below are highlights of the winning programs:
Preferred Hotel Group is also proud to recognize the following members for their recurring efforts on behalf of GIFTTS since the program’s inception, proving that every step can make a big impact on social and community responsibility:
For specifics on each property’s winning submission and more details on Preferred Hotel Group’s GIFTTS program, please visit PHGGIFTTS.com.
About Preferred Hotel Group™
With a global reach extending into more than 85 countries, Preferred Hotel Group represents more than 650 of the finest hotels, resorts, and serviced residences in the world. Preferred Hotel Group’s brands include Preferred Hotels® & Resorts, Preferred Boutique™, Summit Hotels & Resorts™, Sterling Hotels™, Sterling Design, and Summit™ Serviced Residences. Travelers gain valuable benefits through branded programs that include Preferred Residences™, Preferred Golf, I Prefer™ global guest benefit program, and Preferred Family, a collection of hotels and resorts certified to provide a rich experience for travelers of all ages. For more information, visit us on the web at PreferredHotelGroup.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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