Inovatif

Category: Luxury

  • Sheraton Hotels & Resorts unveils Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

    Sheraton Hotels & Resorts unveils Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

    Sheraton Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the opening of Sheraton Kota Kinabalu, a striking destination set to redefine the hospitality landscape of Sabah’s capital city. Rising as one of the tallest towers in Borneo, the 307-room hotel is surrounded by the views of the South China Sea and the majestic Mount Kinabalu range.

    “Kota Kinabalu is one of Malaysia’s most inspiring destinations, known for its rich heritage, diverse cultures, and extraordinary natural beauty,” said Ramesh Jackson, Regional Vice President, Indonesia & Malaysia, Marriott International. “The opening of Sheraton Kota Kinabalu marks an exciting milestone as we expand Sheraton’s community-focused design and signature experiences across key destinations in the region. This hotel is more than a place to stay – it’s a vibrant hub for travelers and locals to meet, collaborate, and discover the very best of Sabah.”

    Sheraton Kota Kinabalu is located along Jalan Albert Kwok, just steps from the waterfront, retail, dining, and cultural attractions. Sheraton Club guests including Marriott Bonvoy Elite members, Club Floor guests, and Suite room guests can enjoy exclusive access to the Sheraton Club Lounge. The lounge features curated food and beverage offerings, premium amenities, enhanced connectivity, and provides guests 24/7 access to a private environment.

    The hotel’s culinary venues serve as vibrant new gathering places in the heart of Kota Kinabalu:

    • Daily Social – A lively all-day dining venue serving global favorites and local specialities
    • &More by Sheraton – A dynamic fusion of a coffee shop, market stall, and laidback bar, where guests can seamlessly transition from a morning coffee to an evening cocktail
    • The Burger Box – A casual, creative space for handcrafted gourmet burgers, snacks, and quick bites
    • Rooftop Bar – Rising 100 meters above sea level, this stunning sky-high venue offers handcrafted cocktails and coveted views of the coastline, islands, and city skyline.

    Designed as a premium destination for gatherings, Sheraton Kota Kinabalu also features an 703-sqm grand ballroom, four flexible meeting rooms, and collaborative event spaces ideal for conferences, celebrations, and milestone moments. Supported by state-of-the-art technology and Sheraton’s dedicated events team, these venues bring to life the brand’s belief – that the best work and the best memories happen when people come together.

    The Wedding Pavilion, perched above the city with sweeping views of the sea and surrounding islands, offers a breathtaking backdrop for unforgettable ceremonies and celebrations.

    Sheraton Kota Kinabalu participates in Marriott Bonvoy – the award-winning travel programme from Marriott International – allowing members to earn and redeem points for their stay at the new hotel, and at other hotels and resorts across Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. With the Marriott Bonvoy app, members enjoy a level of personalisation and a contactless experience that allows them to travel with peace of mind.

     

  • Crockfords wins Forbes Travel Guide 5 Star Award for the seventh consecutive time

    Crockfords wins Forbes Travel Guide 5 Star Award for the seventh consecutive time

    Crockfords at Resorts World Genting (RWG) has once again secured a 5-star rating in the 67th Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), making it an impressive seventh consecutive year for the hotel.

    Crockfords stamps its mark as the only hotel in Malaysia to be awarded FTG’s prestigious 5 Star accolade in 2025, being amongst the 539 celebrated luxury properties worldwide to have been accorded this status.

    RWG properties, Genting Grand and Highlands Hotel also stood out among the list of other honourees and award recipients, emerging as Forbes 4 Star Property and Forbes Recommended Property, respectively, making it the eighth year these hotels have upheld their respective recognitions.

    FTG is globally considered as the foremost benchmark of the world’s finest luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises. Its award ratings serve as an authoritative guidepost for guests seeking exceptional travel experiences. The travel guide utilises a proprietary algorithm to weigh excellence in service and quality of the property. Evaluated anonymously by FTG’s expert inspectors, a hotel must receive a high score of at least 90% in all respects from service to the minutest of details to deserve a 5-Star rating.

    “We are honoured to receive a 5-Star rating from the acclaimed Forbes Travel Guide. At Resorts World Genting, we are dedicated to continuously push the envelope for greater gold standard achievements in world class hospitality,” said Spencer Lee, Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Public Relations.

    “This latest distinction from Forbes Travel Guide is a validation of our relentless passion for delivering exceptional stays. Crockfords as a Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star property is a destination unto itself. As an iconic symbol of luxury and thoughtful service from the heart, we take pride in ensuring that every visit is extraordinary and memorable,” said David Leung Ming Sum, Vice President of Hotel Operations.

    Resorts World Genting was recently the proud recipient of the Best ASEAN New Tourism Attraction award at the 34th ASEANTA Excellence Awards in Johor Bahru. The premier resort above the clouds is poised to play host to and receive visitors from all over ASEAN as Malaysia embraces its role as the Chair of ASEAN in 2025.

  • De Beers Group confirms diamond partnership for the next generation

    De Beers Group confirms diamond partnership for the next generation

    The Government of the Republic of Botswana (the “Government of Botswana”) and De Beers Group (“De Beers”) announce new agreements for a 10-year Sales Agreement (further extendable by five years) and a 25-year extension of the Mining Licences (from 2029 through to 2054) for the 50:50 Debswana mining joint venture.

    Honourable Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, Minister of Minerals and Energy for Botswana, said, “We are proud to announce the signing of this landmark new agreement, which will underpin the success of our diamond industry as we enter an exciting new phase of Botswana’s sustainable economic development. We hope that these agreements will bring some level of stability and rebuild market confidence in the diamond industry. We are looking forward to our renewed partnership with De Beers; together we will drive development through diamonds and build a brighter future for Batswana.”

    Al Cook, Chief Executive Officer of De Beers Group, said: “These are groundbreaking agreements. The half-century partnership between the Government of Botswana and De Beers is considered the greatest public-private partnership in the world. Now we are both extending and improving it. For De Beers, it is a privilege to secure our ongoing participation in the world’s greatest diamond resources for decades to come. I am also extremely proud that through the Diamonds for Development Fund, we can further transform opportunities for the people of the world’s leading diamond country.”

    In summary, the formal agreements represent:

    • A 25-year extension of the Debswana mining licences from August 2029 to July 2054. This will enable the Debswana joint venture to deliver long-term value from its existing mining assets and mine life extension projects beyond the current mining licence period. Mine life extension projects include Jwaneng Cut-9, Jwaneng Underground and Orapa Cut-3.
    • A renewed 10-year Sales Agreement for Debswana’s rough diamond production, with a further five-year extension period where certain criteria are met. Under the renewed Sales Agreement, the Government of Botswana’s rough diamond sales company, Okavango Diamond Company (“ODC”), will sell 30% and De Beers will sell 70% of Debswana’s production for the first five years; for the subsequent five years ODC will sell 40% and De Beers will sell 60% of Debswana’s production; and both parties will sell a 50% share for the five-year extension period. As part of this arrangement, De Beers and ODC have also both committed to supply diamonds for beneficiation in Botswana in line with their share of Debswana supply.

    In addition, a transformational package of commitments focused on supporting Botswana’s economic development objectives and advancement of the diamond industry has been agreed, including:

    • The creation of the Diamonds for Development Fund to support economic growth, diversification and jobs in Botswana in line with Botswana’s Vision 2036 and National Development Plan. De Beers has committed to an upfront investment of BWP 1 billion (c. $75 million) and further annual contributions from its dividends from Debswana, based on Debswana’s performance.
    • A package of initiatives to be undertaken by De Beers designed to enhance local beneficiation of diamonds and increase participation of the people of Botswana in the diamond industry. These include investment in a diamond jewellery manufacturing facility, establishment of a De Beers Institute of Diamonds grading laboratory and starting up a diamond vocational training institute in collaboration with industry partners.
    • Co-investment by the Government of Botswana and De Beers in marketing initiatives to boost diamond demand. The marketing investments will be for category and other marketing programmes, agreed annually, aimed at stimulating rough diamond sales, protecting the ethical integrity of diamonds, and to maintain and build consumer confidence in the product. De Beers and the Government of Botswana have committed to co-invest over the life of the Sales Agreement and in proportion to their relative shares of Debswana supply.