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NEWS Galaxy joins Worldhotels MACAU – Luxury 1,500-room property to open at Galaxy Macau, Cotai's newest destination resort Galaxy Hotel™, the signature hotel of Galaxy Macau™ – the newest fi ve-star integrated destination resort in Macau – has joined Worldhotels, the global network for independent and unique properties. With 1,500 magnificently appointed guest rooms, including 150 suites, Galaxy Hotel was opened together with the highly anticipated Galaxy Macau on May 15, 2011. The palatial new HK$14.9 billion glamour of Cotai, Macau's hottest and most dynamic tourism and leisure destination, Galaxy Hotel is only a fi ve-minute drive from Macau International Airport and Taipa Ferry Terminal. Owned and ope r a t ed by Ga l a x y Entertainment Group, Galaxy Hotel will join its sister property, the luxurious Five-Star Diamond StarWorld Hotel and Casino, as Worldhotels' second affi liate in Macau. Welcoming Galaxy Hotel as a Deluxe Galaxy Hotel Premier Suite. Ga l a xy Ma c au br ings its "Wor ld Class, Asian Heart" approach to the Cotai entertainment area with a focus on authentic Asian-style hospitality and true resort features – both fi rsts for the market. Featuring the world's largest skytop wave pool, the sensational 52,000 square-meter Grand Resort Deck also includes a 350-ton white sand beach, of fering guests the ultimate in relaxation amidst a landscape of magnifi cent pools and lush gardens. Galaxy Macau will have more than 50 food and beverage outlets, with the widest selection of pan-Asian cuisine under one roof, as well as vibrant bars, lounges and retail boulevards, to present a leisure experience unmatched in the city. Re pre se nt ing an evolution in re sor t a c commod a t ion, Ga l a x y Hot el provide s luxurious fi ve-star amenities throughout its 1,500 contemporarily-designed rooms, complete with stunning views. The rooms also afford guests a level of deep comfort that conveys the kind of respect only a host with true Asian Heart can present. Located just a short stroll from the glitz and Collect ion af f i liate, Worldhotels Vice President Asia-Pacif ic Roland Jegge said, "Galaxy Hotel, and the entire Galaxy Macau development, is setting a distinctive Asian- style hospitality benchmark in Asia's gaming and entertainment capital." Heinz Roelz, director – Hotels & Hospitality for Galaxy Macau, said, "Worldhotels is a network for unique properties, and both Galaxy Macau and Galaxy Hotel fit that description in every way. This is the only true destination resort in Macau and the first authentically Asian property of its kind anywhere. We are excited about the prospect of opening our doors to the world and we are delighted to do so as part of the Worldhotels network." Accor raises US$130,000 for Aids impacted children in China BEIJING – Accor is pleased to announce today that its Le Kids Warriors to the Wall 2011, a charity ride launched in partnership with Chi Heng Foundat ion between May 6 ti ll 10, has come to a successful conclusion with a total of US$130,000 ( RMB 850,000 ) funds being raised. The five day cycling campaign i s the lates t char i ty ini t iat ive undertaken by Accor as part of its long-term commitment to improving the well-being of Chinese children, especially those whose lives have been affected by Aids. Commencing on May 6 in Xi'an, the capital city of northwestern Shaanxi Province, and fi nishing today at the Tiananmen Square in Beijing, the ride has been a physical ly challenging one for all participants who have had to cover more than 8 | ■ TRAVELWEEKLY ASIA | 24 MAY 2011 of the funds raised by Le Kids event said "Accor is a visionary partner of Chi Heng, pioneering in the development of innovative CSR and community based programs which includes this LeKids event. I am touched by the high spirits of the bikers who are not cyclists but hotel general managers and whom have come from diverse geographic locations to help improve the lives of these special children in China. "The event demons tr a tes 500 kilometers on their bicycle over the past fi ve days. A total of 16 general managers from Accor hotels across four countries from the Asia Pacif ic region have undertaken this year's cycling event. The riders have all been required to fund the trip by their own efforts, with each also committing to raise a minimum of US$5,000 through their own networks. During the f ive-day endurance ride, cyclists also visited a number of world heritage sites as well as a few well-known Chinese attractions including the ancient Terra- cot t a Warriors and the Juyongguan Great Wall. Chung To, Founder of Chi Heng Foundation, the beneficiary Accor's concern for underprivileged elements in the community and improving the lives of those who need it most. My heartfelt gratitude goes to the riders who have invested so much physically and emotionally into this amazing event and to Accor for leading the way in enabling this innovative and worthy fundraising initiative" www.travelweeklyweb.com

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