Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh Unveils its Superior Offers for Eid Al-Fitr

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 06 August 2013: In celebration of Eid Al-Fitr, Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh, the Al Faisaliah Hotel and Hotel Al Khozama, have announced a selection of special Eid offers for families staying in the capital city during this festive time.

With the hotels’ superbly appointed rooms and suites available at competitive rates in Al Faisaliah Hotel and Hotel Al Khozama, and signature brunches offering the finest dining in the capital, the Eid celebration offers promise luxury at its most affordable. 

“We are delighted to celebrate the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr with a variety of special rates and promotions. Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh offer unparalleled luxury hospitality and a wide range of the finest cuisine from around the world,” said Alex Pichel Managing Director of the Al Faisaliah Hotel and Hotel Al Khozama. 

A haven of hospitality and personalised service for which the Rosewood Group is renowned, the Al Faisaliah Hotel, Al Faisaliah Suites and Hotel Al Khozama offer special Eid packages on a wide range of ultra-luxury suites and superior rooms, starting from SR 1650 per night for Al Faisaliah Hotel, SR 2880 per night for Al Faisaliah Hotel Suites and SR 785 per night for Hotel Al Khozama. The packages include: Eid brunch and early breakfast for two persons, complementary valet service, 24-hours butler service and the option for late check out until 6pm.   

Adding to the joy of Eid, both Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh have laid on the finest Eid Brunches in the capital city. Al Faisaliah Hotel will offer an international brunch. Choices include the finest traditional Arabian and Italian fare - kharouf, shawarma, pizza, pasta, seafood, as well as an array of international dishes from almost every corner of the globe. Eid brunch will be offered for SR 320 per person.

Hotel Al Khozama will offer a spectacular Eid brunch in the intimate and inviting Windrose restaurant, with a range of culinary dishes from almost every corner of the globe. Youngsters will be enthralled by the hotel’s resident clown offering face painting, fun and games, as well as Cartoon Corner and a bouncy castle in the famous Hotel Al Khozama garden. Eid brunch will be offered at SR 185 per person.

“There is no better place to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr than Rosewood Hotels in Riyadh. We look forward to welcoming both our long-standing and first time guests,” said Pichel. 

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Mike Bobbitt Named Director Distribution & Revenue for Choice Hotels Canada

Most recently he held the position of chief operating officer at Royal Host Hotels, which is the master franchisor for Travelodge in Canada.

As part of its ongoing growth strategy, Choice Hotels Canada is adding to its executive team with the hire of Mike Bobbitt as director, Distribution & Revenue. The Distribution & Revenue department is newly created as part of an internal restructure, which includes a merger with the Sales department.

Bobbitt comes to Choice Hotels Canada with more than 26 years of hospitality experience working in various senior management roles including vice president of operations at Westmont Hospitality Group, general manager of sales and catering at World Trade and Convention Centre and regional director of sales and marketing at Atlific Hotels. Most recently he held the position of chief operating officer at Royal Host Hotels, which is the master franchisor for Travelodge in Canada.

"Mike has a wealth of experience having spent his career in the hospitality industry where he worked with various Choice properties and other like-minded brands," says Tim Oldfield, managing director, franchise performance for Choice Hotels Canada. "He has a thorough understanding of what it takes to grow hotel revenue and will undoubtedly be an invaluable member of our team."

The Distribution & Revenue department was created in an effort to leverage the company's advances in distribution strategy and also includes e-commerce and revenue management.

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