China's Grand Hyatt Properties Provide Perfect Setting for 'Year of the Ox' Festivities.

Summary: Chinese New Year, one of the most important events on the Chinese calendar, is the perfect time for Middle East travellers to see China at its very best.

To celebrate the Year of the Ox in style and opulent surroundings, luxury Grand Hyatt properties across China provide visitors with the ideal setting to join in the excitement of parties, fireworks and feasts celebrating the New Year.

China's Grand Hyatt Properties Provide Perfect Setting for 'Year of the Ox' Festivities

Chinese New Year, one of the most important events on the Chinese calendar, is the perfect time for Middle East travellers to see China at its very best.

To celebrate the Year of the Ox in style and opulent surroundings, luxury Grand Hyatt properties across China provide visitors with the ideal setting to join in the excitement of parties, fireworks and feasts celebrating the New Year.

China's five-star Grand Hyatt hotels cater to the sophisticated global traveller and provide the ultimate atmosphere for visitors to truly embrace China. Each Grand Hyatt property is located in the republic's major cities, which include Beijing, Ghuanzhou, Hong Kong and Shanghai, putting guests in the midst of the action.

2009 will also see the opening of two more Grand Hyatt properties: Grand Hyatt Shenzhen and Grand Hyatt Macau. -more-CHINA ABLAZE WITH LIGHTS AND COLOUR FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR/Page2

"Travellers keen to experience China should do so during the new year celebrations as it allows them to see the city at its most vibrant and traditional setting," said Thierry Bertin, .

"Owing to increased demand from visitors to the region, China has been a focus for Hyatt's expansion. Hyatt brands already have a strong presence in China with fourteen existing properties and another six due to open

this year," added Bertin. Grand Hyatt properties are grand in the true sense of the world, from the moment guests walk into the dramatic architecture of the lavish lobbies to the luxurious accommodations and state-of-the-art technology, Grand Hyatt hotels are opulence personified. The hotels provide abundant meeting facilities, extraordinary restaurants and lounges, fitness centers, and comprehensive business and meeting services.Classed as an 'urban resort' Grand Hyatt Beijing boasts 825 rooms and suites and gives guests insight into ancient Chinese architecture -- the hotel occupies a Taoist building constructed in 1420 during the reign of Emperor Yongle. The hotel is also in close proximity to must-see landmarks including the Forbidden City, the former palace of the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Tiananmen and its famous Square, which encompasses historical icons including the Gate of Heavenly Peace, the Great Hall of the People and the China National Museum.

The five-star, luxury Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, located in the new Central Business District in Pearl River New Town -- Tianhe -- is the first international hotel in Guangzhou with a sky lobby towering over the city on the 22nd floor. The hotel houses a lavish roof-top spa, 25 metre indoor roof-top swimming pool and fitness centre. With regard to dining and entertainment -- the cornerstones of the New Year celebrations -- the hotel is home to G Restaurant Guanxi Lounge, The Market Cafe and The Penthouse, complete with private Chinese dining suites.

Another location to indulge in the festivities is Grand Hyatt Shanghai -- located on the 53rd to

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87th floor of the Jin Mao Tower -- it is situated in the centre of Pudong, Shanghai's financial and business district. The hotel offers guests a choice of six restaurants serving Italian, Japanese, Chinese and international cuisine, three bars and lounges, and live entertainment. Positioned among the finest luxury hotels in the world, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong is located on Hong Kong island -- the heart of the vibrant and exciting city -- where guests can enjoy full views of Hong Kong's renowned Victoria Harbour. The 459-room hotel is also home to Plateau, one of the world's leading luxury spas, providing guests a complete luxurious and relaxing experience amidst the Chinese New Year celebrations. 2009 Al Bawaba (www.albawaba.com)

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