ConCERT... Connecting Communities, Environment & Responsible Tourism

Established in November 2008 on World ResponsibleTourism Day at Angkor Palace Resort & Spa by Michael Horton, ConCert is a Cambodian NGO with noble aims.

Despite the rich cultural and natural heritage in Cambodia, it is still one of the world’s poorest nations. In Siem Reap province, over half of the people live below the poverty line and a large number of organisations and NGOs are engaged in community development and support activities, which supplement the work of the government. Covering many sectors, these include the care of children, (orphanages, day centres & schools), education, agricultural development, infrastructure, women's issues, health, the care and rehabilitation of land mine victims, and environmental & biodiversity protection, etc.

The primary aim of ConCert is to reduce poverty by increasing the amount of support given to the organisations in and around Siem Reap. It plays an important facilitating role between organisations and NGOs engaged in community development and support work, and the various communities that need help.

ConCERT offers information on a range of activities that depend on public support, all of whom are well managed, financially transparent, and sustainable, working in partnership with local people. The types of assistance required varies from funding, purchase of materials, raising awareness and volunteers

As a socially responsible member of the community, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is proud to be associated with ConCERT through the provision of a dedicated display area in the lobby. The area is used for the display of educational and informational materials to raise awareness of the role of the member organisations and their functions in supporting the various communities. Hotel guests are encouraged to browse through the display and participate in the programs.

For more information on ConCERT, click here

Philips Lighting Group Quality Improvement Competition Asia Semi-Final 2009 | 10-20 May 2009

Angkor Palace Resort & Spa was selected as the venue for teams from Philips Lighting to compete in the 10-day long semi-finals of the Philip Lighting Group Quality Improvement Competition Asia in May.

Over 200 participants including jury members from China, Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, Korea, Singapore, Holland and Britain (Jury and organizers) converged in Siem Reap for a series of activities to compete for a place in the semi-finals for the world final in Marrakesh in June.

The teams from national representatives of Philips Lighting offices in Asia presented various ideas to improve their quality services such as cost and energy savings as well as environmentally friendly operations to the jury. Other non-competition activities included lunch at the floating village at Tonle Sap Lake and a sunset visit to the legendary Angkor Wat…

With such a busy schedule, the participants have vowed to return to Siem Reap for a more leisurely holiday!

Summer Sale at The ‘Palace’

The historic Cambodian city of Siem Reap with its majestic Angkor Wat legacy provides the perfect setting for holiday makers planning the annual mid-year getaway. Angkor Palace Resort & Spa joins in the mid-year vacation frenzy with an attractive Summer Sale promotion.

Located 35 minutes away by flight from the capital of Phnom Penh, an hour from Bangkok and two hours from Singapore/Kuala Lumpur, Siem Reap offers a rich cultural heritage with its legendary sites erected in various time periods from the 9th century onwards. A popular site for movie and documentary makers, the city has a spellbinding fascination for all. Visitors can also wander around old markets for local silver, silk, wood and stone carvings or join in a water tour of the floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake.

Strategically positioned, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is the ideal gateway to the historic sites and other noteworthy attractions. The Summer Sale Package, based on a minimum stay of two nights for two persons, starts at USD120nett per Deluxe room per night/USD140 nett per Premier Deluxe Room per night inclusive of daily breakfast, free Internet access, and a choice of one dinner or a 55-minute Khmer traditional massage, airport transfer and taxes. The spacious rooms are tastefully furnished with poster beds and inlaid teak floors and have their own balconies overseeing the lush landscaped gardens.

Package details based on a minimum two-night stay:


- Daily breakfast for two persons and free Internet access in guestrooms
- One set dinner at our restaurant "OR" a 55-minute Khmer Traditional Massage at our Kainnora Spa for a maximum two persons
- Complimentary two-way airport transfer
- Welcome drink and complimentary Cambodian scarf upon arrival
- Daily fruit basket in guest room
- Complimentary entry to the spa featuring the outdoor Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gymnasium and tennis courts
- Late check-out is confirmed up to 1500hrs- subject to room availability

Validity period: 1 June to 31 August 2009
Terms and conditions apply.

For more information and booking, visit http://www.angkorpalaceresort.com/promotion/show/summer_sale_promotion.aspx
or email:reservation@angkorpalaceresort.com
or tel: +855 63 966 123

Why we are great?

Simply says we are selling the experiences; not just room !

Touches of Khmer Hospitality...

Upon arrival, guests are given a warm Cambodian greeting by traditionally attired staff – with hands clasped together in a half bow. Wandering around The ‘Palace’, you will capture the fine Khmer touches strategically positioned – from the intricate artifacts and sculptures to elaborate artworks reflecting the blend of Buddhist-Hindu heritage. Handsomely carved furniture and fittings complemented by rich silk fabrics are displayed in the public areas as well as guestrooms, suites and villas.

At Soriya Restaurant, indulge in traditional Khmer dishes including the hallmark Royal Khmer menu boasting recipes taken from generations ago at the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. For a traditional spa treatment, the Khmer massage offered by skilled hands at Kainnora Spa provides respite from a day of temple touring or business meetings. As a memento of your stay, take home beautiful souvenirs from the vast range of local handicrafts, silks, silver and other gift ideas at the Gift Shop in the lobby.

As a responsible member of the community, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa plays an active role to help the disadvantaged through various schemes and projects for the improved livelihood of the local people. Our guests are invited to participate in these.

Angkor Palace Resort & Spa named ‘Bridges’ Hotel partner

The International Peace Foundation has appointed Angkor Palace Resort & Spa as the official hotel partner in Siem Reap for the 3rd ASEAN event series "Bridges -Dialogues towards a Culture of Peace".

HSH Prince Alfred of Liechtenstein, Chairman of the Advisory Board of the International Peace Foundation, will officially launch the ASEAN event on 28 April in Phnom Penh.
The event will consist of 50 major "Bridges", which will take place in Cambodia continuously from November 2009 to April 2010.

The ASEAN event has already received confirmation that Nobel Laureates for Economics, Peace, Physics, Chemistry and Medicine as well as with other eminent keynote speakers and artists including world-renowned pianist and conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy and Prof. Lord Anthony Giddens from the London School of Economics will participate.

As the official "Bridges" partner hotel in Siem Reap, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa will host complimentary accommodation and breakfast for the estimated 10 Nobel Laureates and keynote speakers of the "Bridges" event series.

“We are truly honoured to be a hotel partner for this prestigious and noble event, and we look forward to welcoming the highly esteemed Nobel Laureate participants in the next few months to Siem Reap.

“Just as these luminaries have inspired the world with their talents, we are confident that our visitors will be equally overawed by our legendary temples,” comments Mr. Weng Aow, General Manager of Angkor Palace Resort & Spa.

The event will be jointly chaired by His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia (Honorary Chairman), and His Excellency Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, Prime Minister of Cambodia (Chairman).

Sources: http://www.etravelblackboardasia.com/article.asp?id=61572&nav=1
e-TravelBlackboard.Com

Nobel laureate's freebie

Siem Reap's Angkor Palace Resort & Spa has been named as "hotel partner" for the third ASEAN series, Bridges - Dialogues Towards a Culture of Peace, organised by the International Peace Foundation, a Vienna-based NGO.

Up to 50 major Bridges meetings will take place in Cambodia from November 2009 to April 2010, jointly chaired by King Norodom Sihamoni and Prime Minister Hun Sen.

Confirmed participants include Nobel laureates for economics, peace, physics, chemistry and medicine.

As well, other eminent speakers and artists, including world-renowned pianist and conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy and professor Lord Anthony Giddens from the London School of Economics, will attend the event.

Angkor Palace's ‘partnership' in effect means that the hotel will stump for free accommodation and breakfast for the estimated 10 Nobel laureates and speakers.

They visit Siem Reap sometime between November 2009 to April 2010.

Source: The Phnom Penh Post, Siem Reap Scene - 30th April 2009
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/index.php/2009043025601/Siem-Reap-Insider/Siem-Reap-Scene-30-Apr-2009.html

Pay 1st night and get 2nd night free

Exclusively for Travel Industry Partners including Travel agents, Airline staff, NTOs, Cruise, Rail and Media/Publishing staff for personal leisure stay only.

There is no better time to visit Siem Reap than now. Take advantage of this very attractive rate and explore the gateway to the Seventh Wonder of the World. Discover the majestic Angkor Wat and other legendary temples constructed centuries ago and made famous in Hollywood movies, embark on a tour of the floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake; and shop for native handicrafts such as pottery, silk, wooden carvings and more in the bustling bazaars.

Located 20 minutes from the temples and 10 minutes from town, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa exudes the serenity of a secluded retreat tastefully influenced by fine Khmer artistry and creativity. Guests can delight in the Western and local cuisines including the hallmark Royal Khmer cuisine. For recreation, relax by one of Siem Reap’s largest outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, gym, driving range and the Kainnora Spa providing a choice of traditional Khmer and modern therapies. For golfers, the Angkor Golf Resort is located only 10 minutes away.

Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is a member of Summit Hotels & Resorts™, an acclaimed collection of more than 150 hotels and resorts around the world, in the Preferred Hotel Group™ family of brands which represents over 700 independent properties.

Rate: USD85nett / night / room (Single/Double) - Pay 1st night and get 2nd night free
Validity: Now until 30 September 2009

Rate includes:
* Room accommodation (Run-of-house) with daily buffet breakfast for a maximum of two persons per room
* Free internet in the guestroom and most of the public areas

Plus, enjoy these benefits:
* Royal Khmer Cuisine: USD10 off from the travel agent contract rate of USD35 in the hotel restaurant.
* Traditional Khmer Massage : USD10 off from the published rate of USD35 at Kainnora Spa

Terms and conditions:
* Presentation of valid employee ID is required upon check-in.
* The confirmation is subject to availability.
* One staff can book a maximum of 4 rooms per stay with an option to extend to a maximum of 10 consecutive nights at the same rate.
* Extra bed with breakfast is chargeable at USD40nett per night. No discount for second night and whatever.

For reservation, email to: reservation@angkorpalaceresort.com

Happy Khmer New Year

On the auspicious occasion of Khmer New Year which will be held from 14 to 16 April 2009, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all Cambodians people.

May peace and prosperity endure eternally in our beloved country!

Honeymoon Package

HONEYMOON PACKAGE AT ANGKOR PALACE RESORT & SPA, SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

The ancient Cambodian city of Siem Reap with its majestic Angkor Wat temples presents the perfect setting for honeymooners looking for an exotic, memorable experience.

Located 35 minutes away by flight from the capital of Phnom Penh and over an hour from Bangkok, Siem Reap offers a rich cultural heritage with its legendary sites erected in various time periods from the 9th century onwards. A popular site for movie and documentary makers- the Ta Phrom Temple was the scene for Lara Craft Tomb Raider which starred Angelina Jolie- the city has a spellbinding fascination for all. Visitors can also wander around old markets for local silver, silk, wood and stone carvings or join in a water tour of the floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake.

Strategically positioned, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is the ideal gateway to the historic sites and other noteworthy attractions. The Honeymoon Package starts at USD188nett per Premier Deluxe room and includes daily breakfast, free Internet access, and one dinner per couple with a bottle of champagne, a 55-minute Khmer traditional massage per couple, airport transfer and taxes. Each Premier Deluxe room comes with separate shower and bath. The spacious rooms are tastefully furnished with poster beds and inlaid teak floors, facing a lush green landscape.

For a more indulgent stay with privacy and the same privileges, the Frangipani Villa is available at USD570 net per night from April to September. A one-bedroom standalone unit with a king-sized bed, the Frangipani Villa has its own garden and private pool. Measuring
120 square meters, the Villa accords a cozy intimacy amidst a verdant plantation-like surrounding.

The Honeymoon package is valid only for internet bookings and stay until September 2009 based on a minimum stay of two nights. For more information and booking, visit
http://www.angkorpalaceresort.com/promotion/show/honeymoon_package_.aspx


About Angkor Palace Resort & Spa

The first Cambodian owned and designed resort, Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is a premier international five-star resort nestled within a spacious 11-hectare estate. Conveniently located 10 minutes from the airport and city centre as well as 20 minutes from the famed Angkor Wat temples, the lush resort exudes the serenity of a secluded retreat. The ‘Palace’ houses a total of 259 spacious rooms and suites inclusive of eight private villas all tastefully influenced by fine Khmer artistry and creativity. Its five food & beverage outlets offer a range of Western and local cuisines including the hallmark Royal Khmer cuisine. Popular for MICE events, there are five function rooms with a maximum capacity of 250. Recreational pursuits comprise a large swimming pool, tennis courts, gym, driving range and the Kiannora Spa providing a choice of traditional Khmer and modern therapies. For golfers, the Angkor Golf Resort is located only 10 minutes away.

Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is a member of Summit Hotels & Resorts™, an acclaimed collection of more than 150 hotels and resorts around the world, in the Preferred Hotel Group™ family of brands,

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Email: MarCom@angkorpalaceresort.com
Tel: +65 96224890

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