IHG's (InterContinental Hotels Group's) portfolio of hotel brands has been growing at record pace across Asia Pacific during the past year, accompanied by an equally strong growth in the group's regional support infrastructure. All four of the IHG brands currently present in this part of the world - InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express - continue to outperform. The current growth momentum is especially strong in the key markets of the People's Republic of China (PRC), Japan and India. Some of the brands within the IHG portfolio are also set to appear for the first time in strategic new locations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Maldives, Bangalore, Melbourne and Adelaide.

The group has a development pipeline of more than 120 hotels and 40,000 rooms across Asia Pacific. Over 80 hotels have been signed over the past one year period - an average of one signing every five days. More than two thirds of these signings are for new-build hotels with the rest being conversions of existing properties. Close to 70% of the hotels will be located in the PRC, Japan and India, in line with IHG's global strategy of building the hotel industry's strongest operating system, focused on the biggest markets and segments where scale really counts.

IHG has also been growing its support capability in key regional locations. Commented Tony South, acting chief executive of IHG Asia Pacific, "We have doubled the number of employees based in our corporate offices in Shanghai, Sydney, Singapore, New Delhi and Tokyo during the past two years. This includes beefing up critical functions such as talent development, hotel openings, design and engineering, brand management, sales and revenue management."

The company launched the IHG Academy in Shanghai last year. Designed to identify and groom staff for IHG's hotels and develop the future talent pool, the IHG Academy was recently expanded to another three cities across the PRC. IHG partners with leading institutions in each of these locations to help deliver the programs.

At the same time, IHG has invested heavily in research aimed at garnering customer insight to help take their brands in the right direction. The company conducted one of the largest ever hotel research studies, talking to 15,000 consumers across the globe.  The insight gained is now being used to help differentiate the company's brands through innovation, communication and an improved booking experience.

IHG's Priority Club Rewards, the biggest hotel loyalty program in the world with 33 million members, has been growing particularly well in Asia Pacific. The number of regional PCR members has tripled to about three million over the last 3 years, averaging growth of about 39% annually.

Globally, IHG is opening one hotel a day around the world and signing two hotels a day. The company now has a total of more than 1,400 hotels (over 188,000 rooms) in the development pipeline and expects to exceed its target of 50,000-60,000 net and organic room additions by the end of 2008.

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For almost 30 years, the Hilton Anatole has been a renowned meetings icon in Dallas.  Its legendary distinction for grand design, devoted hospitality and enduring style unmatched.  Now, the legend continues with a $43M renovation!

The 700 tower guestrooms will receive new flat screen televisions, carpets, draperies, linens, furniture, accent pieces, art and completely new bathrooms including all new fixtures and hardware.  King bedded guestrooms feature oversized showers with new stainless fixtures and stone shower surrounds and accents.

For event planners and corporate travel bookings, the Anatole's new facilities are unsurpassed.  A new $4.5M, 8,312-sq.-ft. oval ballroom was added to the former Stemmons Auditorium, with dark cherry hardwoods, white-toned fabric wall treatments, and cutting-edge meeting technology.  The Chantilly Ballroom was remodeled with new custom carpets, fabric wall coverings, doors, hardware, and meeting technologies as well. 

 A newly renovated Atrium pre-function area will feature over 9,800 square fee of flexible and dramatic event space graced with stunning, grand lighting fixtures and Asian Art offerings surrounded by bamboo plantings and Asian gardens.

Seventeen Atrium Breakout rooms, the nine “M” Ballrooms and Meeting rooms, and the eight “Gem” Meeting rooms will be renovated with new custom carpets, new ceilings and new wall treatments. The update will include all meeting corridors, foyers, and pre-function areas.

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Six of our 14 Oceanfront Suites are completely renovated with new furniture and Plasma TV, new marble countertop in the kitchen, cedar cabinetry and refrigerator and microwaves.

Hand painted artwork has been hung in all floor hallways and completed with fresh paint. The entire light fixtures in the hallways have been replaced. The lobby marble floor has been refinished.  All Hallway carpets have been replaced with a plush carpet. 

New finishings have upgraded the Pool Deck and outdoor patio.  We just finished a new permanent structural Awning in our Pool Deck and New Pavers on the entire Pool area have been installed.  Guests can enjoy a sparkling view of the ocean while dining on the outdoor Patio with its brand new comfortable and stylish furniture.

We have also contracted our grounds to a professional landscaper and the work is completed. Last but not least our parking lot is completely renewed with all new light poles which shine greatly on our newly asphalted lot.

A great accommodation for leisure and business travelers, the hotel offers complimentary high speed wireless Internet access throughout the property. Our newly added value Packages are especially designed to accommodate a new trend of travelers, highlighted by our very popular Cruise Package and Family Package.

As we move on, the list of accomplishments will grow with more improvements for the comfort, pleasure and satisfaction of our valued guests. Our only constant and unchanged element is the same familiar staff that has brought an exceptional customer service over the years.

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Built in 1963 this property has seen many changes in the past 40 + years. Now a member of the Tidan hotel group, the Hotel Maritime Plaza stands out for its helpful staff, impeccable service, and the unique charm of its guest rooms and conference facilities.

The hotel is rated 4 stars for its services. A central location in the heart of downtown Montreal, at the corner of Guy Street and René-Lévesque Boulevard West, puts us just steps away from Crescent Street and its nightclubs, St. Catherine Street and its incredible shopping, the Bell Centre, festivals, restaurants, museums and a long list of other Montreal attractions and events.

Whether for business or leisure, Hotel Maritime Plaza provides distinctive service starting with the warm welcome given by the hotel’s highly qualified multilingual staff. The hotel makes every effort to make your stay special.

Exceptional rooms
The Hotel Maritime Plaza’s 214 rooms have been designed with care to be suitable for any length of stay. Decorated and equipped to ensure comfort, and complete relaxation.

Guests particularly appreciate the rooms’ classic furnishings and top-notch accessories. Our Executive floors are equipped with down pillows and comforters, adding a warm, elegant touch that guarantees a sense of well being.

Furnished to be ideal for the business traveller, the rooms have access to high speed wireless Internet, telephone with voicemail, television with in-room movies and Play Station, in-room safety box large enough for a portable computer.  The rooms are everything a traveller could ask for.

A full range of services
The Hotel Maritime Plaza offers a full range of services to meet guests’ every need: dry cleaning, laundry, answering service, wake-up calls. Guests also have access to a business centre, a heated indoor pool with seasonal sun-deck, a fitness room, indoor parking.

Guests invariably enjoy a visit to Le Beau Rivage bistro or the hotel bar.

Exceptional meeting rooms
The eight conference rooms in the Hotel Maritime Plaza are equipped for exceptional comfort. No matter what the meeting’s purpose or complexity, the hotel’s highly qualified staff will guide you through every step of the planning process to ensure a successful event.

Be it a business meeting, training workshops, a banquet, a product launch or a social event, the hotel’s facilities can be adapted to create just the right atmosphere. As most of the rooms are located on the mezzanine level, they are highly accessible providing the privacy you need. Famous for its circular shape and 360-degree windows, Salon Grand Mât provides a distinctive ambiance ideal for banquets, receptions, wine tasting, weddings and special-theme business meetings.

When booking multiple rooms, first select the number of rooms you want.  After you have selected your number of rooms, another drop down menu will appear where you will select the number of adults per room.  When you have selected the number of adults, a third drop down menu will appear where you will select the number of children in each room. Once you have selected the number of children, a fourth drop down menu will appear where you will select the ages of each child.

When the menus are completed, proceed with your hotel search as normal. When searching for multiple rooms, the only rates that will return in your results page are Internet Rates and CCRA Net Rates.

After you have completed your search and marked up your commission - you are ready to book. Select Book It and you will be taken to the booking page. 

Fill out the primary guest information accordingly. Then add the primary adult’s name for each room.  Continue with completing your booking.

Note: If you want to book multiple rooms with GDS rates, book 1 room and then select the “Clone Booking” feature on the confirmation page.  You may clone up to 10 rooms.