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Conrad to Manage Koh Samui's Newest Luxury Resort.


Hilton Hotels Corporation Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE: HLT) is one of the leading global hospitality companies. As of April 2007 there are 2,645 hotels and 485,000 rooms employing 105,000 people in more than 80 countries.  and Hillcrest Development (Samui) Ltd Sign Management Agreement for Conrad Koh Samui Resort and Spa in Thailand

BEVERLY HILLS Beverly Hills, city (1990 pop. 31,971), Los Angeles co., S Calif., completely surrounded by the city of Los Angeles; inc. 1914. The largely residential city is home to many motion-picture and television personalities. , Calif. -- Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE NYSE

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) today announced it has signed an agreement with Thailand-based developer, Hillcrest Development (Samui) Ltd., to manage the Conrad Koh Samui Resort and Spa. Scheduled to open in late 2008, the Conrad Koh Samui Resort and Spa will be the newest luxury villa property on the popular Thai island.

Koos Klein, President, Hilton Hotels
For the company involved in the buy out please see Hilton Hotels Corporation. This hotel chain is not the company being acquired.
The Hilton brand was re-united internationally after more than 40 years in February 2006, when United States-based Hilton
 Middle East and Asia Pacific, commented, "Hilton is proud to announce a new addition to our highly reputed portfolio of Conrad Hotels Conrad Hotels is a luxury hotel brand controlled by Hilton Hotels Corporation and is based in Beverly Hills, California. History
The chain was founded in 1982. At that time, Hilton and Hilton International were completely separate companies.
 in Asia, in line with our commitment to grow our presence in the luxury segment. This property will set new standards for spa resorts on the ever popular island of Koh Samui. It will also offer our guests a new location in which to experience the Conrad brand promise to indulge in the 'luxury of being yourself.'"

Comprising 79 villas and 39 Conrad Residential villas, the Conrad Koh Samui Resort and Spa will be located on a secluded hill, overlooking Aow Thai Beach at the South West tip of the island. Spread over 25 acres, the luxurious Conrad Koh Samui Resort and Spa will offer panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand Noun 1. Gulf of Thailand - an arm of the South China Sea between Indochina and the Malay Peninsula
Gulf of Siam

South China Sea - a tropical arm of the Pacific Ocean near southeastern Asia subject to frequent typhoons
, outlying islands Outlying Islands may refer to different things:
  • Outlying Islands, Hong Kong, islands outside mainland New Territories, Kowloon and Hong Kong Island in Hong Kong.
  • Islands District, Hong Kong, a Hong Kong district.
 and the surrounding landscape of lush coconut plantations.

It is also a perfect western-facing vantage point where guests will take in the stunning Koh Samui sunsets.

Each of the villas will have a minimum of 200 square meters of space, complete with a private plunge pool A plunge pool is a pool, lake, or pond that is small in diameter, but deep. The term can also refer to a small deep swimming pool used to cool off.

Another type of plunge pool is formed under a vertical displacement of water, for example a waterfall or rapids.
 and a generous outdoor sundeck area that enables panoramic vistas. To complement the high-end luxury experience synonymous with the Conrad name, there will be a variety of all-day dining and fine-dining restaurants, bars and lounges. The resort's spa will combine international treatments with a uniquely Thai spa philosophy and design accents.

Meeting and business center facilities will also offer first class service and amenities for business travelers and the meetings business segment (MICE) looking to experience smaller-scale, exclusive events.

Lyon Lau, Director of Hillcrest Development (Samui) Ltd, said, "Luxury Travel is booming thanks to the increasing sophistication so·phis·ti·cate  
v. so·phis·ti·cat·ed, so·phis·ti·cat·ing, so·phis·ti·cates

v.tr.
1. To cause to become less natural, especially to make less naive and more worldly.

2.
 and demands of today's international travelers. Today we are delighted to announce our partnership with Conrad - one of the world's finest hotel brands and together we are introducing the new breed of luxury travel to market. We believe under the Conrad name, the resort will set a new standard for Samui, leveraging on Hilton's renowned hotel management skills as well as its vast global sales network. Travelers will be allured to this secluded gem on the island."

The Conrad Koh Samui Resort and Spa will be a 45-minute drive from the international airport on the island.

About Conrad([R]) Hotels

Conrad Hotels is the most global luxury brand of the Hilton Family of Hotels, with 19 luxury award-winning properties in cosmopolitan destinations across the US, UK, Ireland, Belgium, Egypt, Turkey, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Australia and Uruguay. Conrad offers luxury services for the discerning travelers, creating a world that celebrates individuality in every sense. Another six Conrad projects are under development in the US, the Bahamas, Dubai, Thailand and China. All Conrad Hotels participate in the award-winning Hilton HHonors([R]) reward program, where HHonors members can earn Points & Miles([R]) for every qualifying stay.(a) For further information on Conrad Hotels and reservations, please visit www.ConradHotels.com

(a)HHonors membership, earning and redemption of Points & Miles is subject to HHonors terms and conditions.
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