Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair joins the Capital Governorate to sponsor the competition for decorating buildings and houses on the Occasion of the National Day and Accession Day 2012

“We have great PEOPLE committed to providing wonderful experiences for our guests.  We are growing in exciting PLACES around the globe.  And we are doing it with a PURPOSE powered by our Spirit to Serve culture.” – Bill Marriott.

Manama, Bahrain –  February 2013 – Under the Patronage of H.E. The Capital Governor of the Capital Governorate, H.E. Sheikh Hisham Bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Residence Inn by Marriott along with Capital Governorate of Manama sponsored the competition for decorating buildings and houses on the occasion of the National Day and Accession Day 2012.  A cheque of BD 2,000 was presented to the winner, Zamzam Ali Ahmed, at the ceremony held at the Residence Inn by Marriott.

The competition was open to all citizens and residents of the Capital Governorate and the public and private sectors. The objective of the event was to beautify the Kingdom and spread the spirit of celebration.  The theme of the competition was that participants should decorate in a way that reflects the civilized aspect of the Capital Governorate “The Kingdom’s Heart.”

“It was a great opportunity for Marriott to sponsor this event and support the local community to enhance the spirit of celebration among the citizens of the Kingdom”, said General Manager Sam Van Campenhout. He further congratulated the winner, Zamzam Ali Ahmed, for her creativity and appreciated for expressing the loyalty to the Kingdom through her participation. It was a wonderful experience to join hands with the Governorate and Marriott looks forward to supporting such events in the future.

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Marriott Executive Apartments, the upscale serviced apartment brand of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) will nearly double in size in the next 36 months to respond to a growing need in many emerging markets for long-term stay lodging for executive expatriates needing spacious housing and hotel amenities.  Including Bahrain, Marriott operates 17 Marriott Executive Apartments in 14 countries outside the U.S., and 14 more hotels are planned in countries such as Qatar, Thailand, Egypt, China, India, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

 

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,400 lodging properties in 70 countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Autograph Collection, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club, and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; licenses and manages whole-ownership residential brands, including The Ritz-Carlton Residences, JW Marriott Residences and Marriott Residences; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and had approximately 137,000 employees at 2009 year-end. It is recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the best companies to work for, and by Newsweek as one of the greenest big companies in America. In fiscal year 2009, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of nearly $11 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.

The Kids Had a Ball in Bali

2nd Bali Ball Raises More than US$130,000 for Bali Kids Orphanage

The 2nd Bali Ball in aid of the Bali Kids Foundation exceeded all expectations as both a fun evening out and as a fundraiser for the orphanage and hospital foundation in Mengwi, Bali.

200 guests in formal dress enjoyed a six-course meal presented by W Retreat and Spa Bali. Music from leading international and domestic DJs, a vocal performance by Diana Rosa and Martin Devnev, a fashion show from Dindarella and a special musical appearance by children from Bali Kids helped to round out an enjoyable evening.

Acting as master of ceremonies for the evening was Yoke Darmawan, while Stuart Smith of Bali Kids served as auctioneer. Brenton Whittaker shared with guests a presentation on the background and important work performed by the Yayasan Anak Bali (Bali Kids Foundation).

The Carry For Kids Project, established in 2005 in conjunction with Bali Kids, was established to provide quality medical care for Bali children. The medical-center-based project provides a clean, safe environment for orphans requiring special care and medical attention. Hospital appointments, preparations and funding for surgery are provided by Bali Kids. An additional vehicle was donated in 2009 to enable Bali Kids to service the orphanages more efficiently. Land was recently purchased to build a new dental surgery center, to be operated by the Australian dental charity Yayasan Senyum (Smile Foundation), staffed by volunteer dentists from Australia and Holland.

The children are also provided lessons on computers, English, mathematics and music, while older children are given vocational training opportunities around Bali. Three of the orphans now studying in Australia on scholarships. The project’s long-term plans are to offer scholarships to study dentistry, medicine, nursing, accounting and computer studies to Bali orphans.

The Bali Ball managed to raise more than US$138,000 – money that will be used to improve the lives of a great number of children in Bali.

Source: Bali Discovery Tours, click here for original site

A WEEK TO SHARE AND APPRECIATE

Marriott Bahrain Celebrates the Associate Appreciation Week 2012

Manama, Bahrain – June 13, 2012 – The Marriott Executive Apartments Manama Bahrain and Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair celebrated "Associate Appreciation Week 2012" (AAW 2012). Starting from 19 to 24 May 2012, all Marriott properties around the world celebrated the week with lots of activities and events.

This week provides the opportunity to thank associates for everything they do every day to embody our enduring core values. Their hard work, commitment and dedication to our business and its people keep our operations running smoothly, our guests coming back, and the communities we serve a better place.

In Bahrain, the 6-days event was filled with various fun activities such as games, competitions, raffles, entertainment and a party on the last day of the week. More than 200 associates from different departments participated in this great annual event.

Also during this week the Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Bahrain hosted a "Blood Donation Campaign".  The event is part of its corporate core values "Spirit to Serve Our Communities". This is an integral part of the Associate Appreciation Week, giving associates the opportunity to serve their local community.

Working together with Bahrain Blood Bank (BBB), the blood donation campaign started from 9am to 12pm. More than 30 associates, guests and residents of the MEA Bahrain volunteered in the program.

General Manager Sam Van Campenhout said that the event is dedicated for the company's most valuable asset; our associates. "This week, our entire company was very grateful to celebrate our associate's hard work and dedication to serve our guests and communities".

Human Resources Manager Loay Mamdouh said "Appreciation week is one of the opportunities where we show our associates the Marriott philosophy of saying, if we take care of the associates, associates will take care of the guests, and the guests will come back."

"I believe that associates satisfaction is the most important tool to retain our workforce, and we should always focus on this, especially in the present tough competing environment," added Loay.

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Marriott Executive Apartments, the upscale serviced apartment brand of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) will nearly double in size in the next 36 months to respond to a growing need in many emerging markets for long-term stay lodging for executive expatriates needing spacious housing and hotel amenities.  Including Bahrain, Marriott operates 17 Marriott Executive Apartments in 14 countries outside the U.S., and 14 more hotels are planned in countries such as Qatar, Thailand, Egypt, China, India, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,100 lodging properties in the United States and 66 other countries and territories.  Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, Horizons by Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers.  The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Md., and had approximately 151,000 employees at 2007 year-end.  It is ranked as the lodging industry’s most admired company and one of the best companies to work for by FORTUNE^®, and has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with the 2007 Sustained Excellence Award and Partner of the Year since 2004.  In fiscal year 2007, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of $13 billion.  For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com.


Press Contact:

Oriadna J. Ortega (Marketing & PR Executive)

Marriott Executive Apartments Manama

P.O. Box 76151, Al Fateh - Manama

Kingdom of Bahrain

Tel: +973 17 363 999

Fax: +973 17 363 888

Mob: +973 36 200 755

mea.baher.sales.exec1@marriott.com

www.meabahrain.com

60 Minutes to Save the Earth

Marriott Executive Apartments Manama and Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair, committed with the Environment

"This is a great opportunity for Marriott hotels and business units to demonstrate our environmental commitment to associates, guests, owners, franchisees, and communities worldwide." – Bill Marriott.

Manama, Bahrain, April 16th, 2012 – On the evening of March 31st, millions of people around the world showed their support to Earth Hour 2012, Marriott Executive Apartments Manama in Bahrain and Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair participated in the event by turning off non-essential lightings for 1 hour.

It was a successful night; everyone was excited about the Earth Hour. Families, friends and associates showed their support with the Earth Hour by turning off all the non- essential lights and equipments in their apartments, and gathering in the Skyw@lk Café to celebrate a Candle- Lit dinner.

Marriot Executive Apartments switched off exterior lights of its Twin-Tower building, the lights in the lobby area and Restaurant for 60 minutes starting from 8.30pm.

According to the Chief Engineer of Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Saeed Qureshi, during this hour we saved 20kwh of energy. This kind of activity like Earth Hour is important because it gives voice to the large number of people who are concerned about the climate changes.

Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, during the past years has been really involved in all kind of activities and ecological programs to protect the environment. According to Saeed Qureshi, Marriott has started different ecological programs such as recycling used oil, creating green roof concept, installing timer in all balconies lights (from 12:00 mid-night until 6:00 am, we turn off the lights), planting trees around the building, installing timer in the guest corridors and replacing all normal lamps with energy saving lamps. "By using these energy saving lamps, now we can save more than a thousand Kilowatts a day, It's not a matter of how much dollars you can save, but it's a matter of what you can do to make the earth as a comfortable place to live for our next generation," explained Saeed Qureshi.

"Marriott is encouraging its hotels, Business Councils and other business units around the world to take part in this event as a kick-off to environmental Awareness Month. Marriott International designates April as "Environmental Awareness Month" to communicate and celebrate the company's commitment to environmentally responsible operations, raise awareness of environmental issues, and involve associates in environmental activities" mentioned Bill Marriott, Chairman and CEO of Marriott International.

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Marriott Executive Apartments, the upscale serviced apartment brand of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) will nearly double in size in the next 36 months to respond to a growing need in many emerging markets for long-term stay lodging for executive expatriates needing spacious housing and hotel amenities. Including Bahrain, Marriott operates 17 Marriott Executive Apartments in 14 countries outside the U.S., and 14 more hotels are planned in countries such as Qatar, Thailand, Egypt, China, India, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,400 lodging properties in 70 countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Autograph Collection, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club, and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; licenses and manages whole-ownership residential brands, including The Ritz-Carlton Residences, JW Marriott Residences and Marriott Residences; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and had approximately 137,000 employees at 2009 year-end. It is recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the best companies to work for, and by Newsweek as one of the greenest big companies in America. In fiscal year 2009, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of nearly $11 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com

Press Contact:
Oriadna J. Ortega (Sales & PR Executive)
Marriott Executive Apartments Manama
P.O. Box 76151, Al Fateh - Manama
Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel: +973 17 363 999
Fax: +973 17 363 888
Cell: +973 36 200 755
mea.baher.sales.exec1@marriott.com
http://www.meabahrain.com/

Christmas Celebration is Better when Shared

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Celebrates Christmas with Orphanage

Jakarta, December 2011 – To welcome the Christmas Day, Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta hosted Christmas Celebration for its associates and family members. The hotel also invited children from “Prapatan Orphanage” to gather and share happiness.

Christmas Carols: A group of Christmas choir plays inspiring Christmas carols during the Christmas celebration at the Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers

Christmas prayer was truly solemn continued with a cheerful Christmas festivity. The occasion was also filled with warm-hearted gathering and a dinner as well as entertainment and a Christmas choir delivering inspiring songs.

Executive Assistant Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta Algamar Idris attended the gathering and presented donation to members of orphanage continued with a speech delivered on behalf of the management.

“We believe that Christmas day is the right time to share happiness with friends, families and others and on this particular Christmas celebration we would like to share happiness with our brothers and sisters from the Prapatan Orphanage,” said Cahyo Kristiyanto, Human Resources Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta.

Children from Prapatan Orphanage celebrate Christmas at the Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta

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About Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers is a five star international chain hotel strategically located in the northern area of Central Jakarta, close to the Mangga Dua world-class shopping complex and Ancol dreamland, near to the largest exhibition hall; Jakarta International Expo (JI EXPO) and direct access to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Designed for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury accommodation, high-end facilities and ultimate services, the hotel offers 350 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, wide-range of restaurants, cafes, lounges & bars, a one-stop health club: the Acropolis Spa & Fitness, and meeting rooms for events and wedding receptions. For more information, please visit www.sheraton.com/jakarta

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1,071 properties in 100 countries and territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM. The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com

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Contact:
Mohammad Iqbal
PR & Marketing Communications Manager
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers
Phone : +62 21 626 3001
Fax : +62 21 626 3026
mohammad.iqbal@sheraton.com

Berbagi Kebahagiaan dalam Perayaan Natal

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Rayakan Natal bersama Panti Asuhan

Jakarta, Desember 2011 - Menyambut hari raya Natal tahun ini, Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta mengadakan perayaan Natal khusus bagi karyawan dan keluarga. Pada kesempatan yang sama, pihak hotel juga mengundang anak-anak Panti Asuhan Prapatan untuk berbagi kasih dan kebahagian dalam perayaan Natal.

Acara ibadah Natal berlangsung khidmat dan dilanjutkan dengan perayaan Natal yang berlangsung meriah. Selain itu, acara diisi dengan ramah tamah dan makan malam bersama yang juga diselingi oleh hiburan dan paduan suara melantunkan lagu-lagu rohani.

Executive Assistant Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta Algamar Idris berkesempatan menyerahkan bantuan kepada pihak panti asuhan dan kata sambutan mewakili pimpinan hotel tersebut.

“Kami percaya bahwa hari raya Natal merupakan moment yang tepat untuk berbagi kebahagiaan bersama teman, keluarga dan sesama, dan pada perayaan Natal kali ini kami berbagi keceriaan dengan saudara-sauda kami dari Panti Asuhan Prapatan,” ungkap Cahyo Kristiyanto, Human Resources Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta.

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Tentang Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers adalah hotel bintang 5 internasional terletak di bagian utara wilayah Jakarta Pusat, dekat dengan Mangga Dua Shopping Complex, Taman Rekreasi Impian Jaya Ancol, Jakarta International Expo (JI EXPO), dan memiliki akses langsung ke Bandara Internasional Soekarno Hatta. Didesian untuk pebisnis dan pelancong yang menginginkan akomodasi mewah, fasilitas bertaraf internasional dan pelayanan bintang 5, hotel ini menawarkan 350 kamar dan suites, beberapa restoran, kafe, lounge dan bar dan sebuah health club; the Acropolis Spa & Fitness, serta fasilitas banquet untuk keperluan meeting, event dan wedding. Unutuk informasi lebih lanjut, silakan kunjungi http://www.starwoodhotels.com/

Tentang Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. adalah salah satu perusahaan pengelola hotel dan bisnis hiburan terkemuka di dunia dengan kepemilikan 1058 properti di sekitar 100 negara dan 145.000 karyawan di seluruh properti yang dikelola. Starwood Hotels merupakan sebuah jaringan kepemilikan, pengelola dan franchise hotel, resort dan perumahan yang terintegrasi dengan brand-brand ternama internasional berikut: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, dan baru-baru ini meluncurkan Aloft(SM), dan Element(SM). Perusahaan ini memiliki loyalty program bernama Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) yang menawarkan anggotanya mengumpulkan dan mengklaim poin untuk memperoleh kamar, room upgrades dan tiket penerbangan, tanpa blackout dates. Jaringan hotel ini juga memiliki Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., salah satu pengelola dan pengembang terkemuka dari vacation interval ownership resorts berkualitas tinggi. Untuk informasi lebih lanjut, silakan mengunjungi http://www.starwoodhotels.com/

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Contact:
Mohammad Iqbal
PR & Marketing Communications Manager
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers
Phone : +62 21 626 3001
Fax : +62 21 626 3026
mohammad.iqbal@sheraton.com

Get Healthy through Donating Blood

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta Hosted Blood Drive
 
Jakarta, December 2011, - Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta has recently partnered the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) to host Blood Drive Campaign at the hotel premises. There were at least 200 associates and management members volunteered in the campaign that has been regularly conducted twice a year.
 
The Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta hopes that the campaign can stimulates guests, associates and families to do the same and help each others.

Blood Drive

: Associates at the Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta believe that by donating blood, it also helps increase physical health.

According to Executive Assistant Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers, Algamar idris, by regularly donating blood, it will safe people’s life as well as increase physical health of the donor.

“By donating blood, our body will regenerate fresher thrombocyte and this means to increase quality of our blood,” said Algamar.

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About Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers is a five star international chain hotel strategically located in the northern area of Central Jakarta, close to the Mangga Dua world-class shopping complex and Ancol dreamland, near to the largest exhibition hall; Jakarta International Expo (JI EXPO) and direct access to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Designed for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury accommodation, high-end facilities and ultimate services, the hotel offers 350 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, wide-range of restaurants, cafes, lounges & bars, a one-stop health club: the Acropolis Spa & Fitness, and meeting rooms for events and wedding receptions. For more information, please visit www.sheraton.com/jakarta

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1,071 properties in 100 countries and territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM. The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com


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Contact:
Mohammad Iqbal
PR & Marketing Communications Manager
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers
Phone : +62 21 626 3001
Fax : +62 21 626 3026
mohammad.iqbal@sheraton.com

Sehat dengan Donor Darah

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Laksanakan Kampanye Donor Darah

Jakarta, December 2011,- Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta baru baru ini kembali bekerjasama dengan Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) mengadakan kampanye donor darah di lingkungan kerja. Sedikitnya 200 karyawan dan tim manajemen turut berpartisipasi dalam aksi kepedulian yang digelar secara rutin tiap semester tersebut.

Dengan diadakannya acara ini, Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers berharap dapat menstimuli tamu, karyawan, keluarga dan masyarakat untuk mau menyumbangkan darahnya bagi sesama.

Menurut Executive Assistant Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers, Algamar idris, dengan melakukan donor darah secara rutin, bukan hanya membantu orang lain, melainkan juga dapat meningkatkan kesehatan si pendonor.

“Dengan mendonorkan darah, maka tubuh kita akan mereproduksi trombosit atau sel darah merah baru yang lebih segar, dan hal ini berarti meningkatkan kualitas darah kita,” tutur Algamar.

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Tentang Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers adalah hotel bintang 5 internasional terletak di bagian utara wilayah Jakarta Pusat, dekat dengan Mangga Dua Shopping Complex, Taman Rekreasi Impian Jaya Ancol, Jakarta International Expo (JI EXPO), dan memiliki akses langsung ke Bandara Internasional Soekarno Hatta. Didesian untuk pebisnis dan pelancong yang menginginkan akomodasi mewah, fasilitas bertaraf internasional dan pelayanan bintang 5, hotel ini menawarkan 350 kamar dan suites, beberapa restoran, kafe, lounge dan bar dan sebuah health club; the Acropolis Spa & Fitness, serta fasilitas banquet untuk keperluan meeting, event dan wedding. Unutuk informasi lebih lanjut, silakan kunjungi www.starwoodhotels.com

Tentang Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. adalah salah satu perusahaan pengelola hotel dan bisnis hiburan terkemuka di dunia dengan kepemilikan 1058 properti di sekitar 100 negara dan 145.000 karyawan di seluruh properti yang dikelola. Starwood Hotels merupakan sebuah jaringan kepemilikan, pengelola dan franchise hotel, resort dan perumahan yang terintegrasi dengan brand-brand ternama internasional berikut: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, dan baru-baru ini meluncurkan Aloft(SM), dan Element(SM). Perusahaan ini memiliki loyalty program bernama Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) yang menawarkan anggotanya mengumpulkan dan mengklaim poin untuk memperoleh kamar, room upgrades dan tiket penerbangan, tanpa blackout dates. Jaringan hotel ini juga memiliki Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., salah satu pengelola dan pengembang terkemuka dari vacation interval ownership resorts berkualitas tinggi. Untuk informasi lebih lanjut, silakan mengunjungi www.starwoodhotels.com

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Contact:
Mohammad Iqbal
PR & Marketing Communications Manager
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers
Phone : +62 21 626 3001
Fax : +62 21 626 3026
mohammad.iqbal@sheraton.com

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta Celebrates Idul Adha 1423H

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta has recently donated sacrificial cattle during the celebration of Idul Adha 1432H. On behalf of the management and associates, the hotel donated a cow and five sheeps to the local mosque Masjid Nurul Huda located at Jl. Industri III, Jakarta.

Executive Assistant Manager Algamar Idris said that scarifying cattle and distributing the meat during Idul Adha commemoration is an obligation for Muslim community. The hotel initiatively collected donation among associates to purchase the sacrificial cattle.

“This is an act of obedience to God as well as a form of gratitude for the achieved business and we would like to share this happiness,” said Algamar.

Algamar continued, that his team hopes to grow better particularly in achieving business as well as consistently hosting community-based programs.

During the commemoration, the hotel hosted Idul Adha prayer together with associates and community at the premises.

Seen in the images: Assistant Personnel Manager Ahmad Chairurrijal presents the sacrificial cattle to the representative of Masjid Nurul Huda (upper image) and prayer jemaah Idul Aldha 1432H at the Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta (lower image)

About Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers is a five star international chain hotel strategically located in the northern area of Central Jakarta, close to the Mangga Dua world-class shopping complex and Ancol dreamland, near to the largest exhibition hall; Jakarta International Expo (JI EXPO) and direct access to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Designed for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury accommodation, high-end facilities and ultimate services, the hotel offers 350 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, wide-range of restaurants, cafes, lounges & bars, a one-stop health club: the Acropolis Spa & Fitness, and meeting rooms for events and wedding receptions. For more information, please visit www.sheraton.com/jakarta.

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1051 properties in 100 countries and territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM. The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.

Mosquito Control for Everyone

Sheraton Media Partners Etos to Conduct Mosquito Fogging

To prevent the spreading of dengue fever that usually comes during rainy season, Sheraton Media Hotel & Tower Jakarta hosted insect and mosquito fogging in residential areas.

Associates of Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta photographed with residents and a team from Ethology System (Etos) during Mosquito Fogging held recently at Jl. Industri 2 Jakarta.

Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta has recently assigned its team to help community host mosquitoes fogging in their homes. With the help of Ethology System (Etos), 20 associates were driven to eradicate mosquito breeding sites in the residential area from Jl. Industry 2 and 3, trough Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya, Jakarta.

The initiative was a regular event that has been carried out since couple years ago. The event aimed at helping community create a clean, healthy environment and free of disease outbreaks, especially those transmitted through mosquito bites.

Executive Assistant Manager Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Algamar Idris said, as a member of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, the hotel has social obligation to preserve ecology as well as to improve quality of health and life for those living surrounding the hotel.

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About Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta
Sheraton Media Hotel & Towers is a five star international chain hotel strategically located in the northern area of Central Jakarta, close to the Mangga Dua world-class shopping complex and Ancol dreamland, near to the largest exhibition hall; Jakarta International Expo (JI EXPO) and direct access to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Designed for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury accommodation, high-end facilities and ultimate services, the hotel offers 350 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, wide-range of restaurants, cafes, lounges & bars, a one-stop health club: the Acropolis Spa & Fitness, and meeting rooms for events and wedding receptions. For more information, please visit www.sheraton.com/jakarta.

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1058 properties in 100 countries and territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM. The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.