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3 Sprawling & Spacious Chilled Swimming Pools To Enjoy At JA The Resort

Starting from just 396AED per night on weekdays, guests are invited to explore an 800-metre private beach, swim and cool off in 3 sprawling and spacious pools and enjoy 1 million square metres of space and nature at Dubai’s Largest Experience Resort-JA The Resort. At Dubai’s favourite staycation spot, guests will also receive the full price of their stay in credit per day – to spend in restaurants, bars and across the myriad of experiences available.

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Dubai’s Only Mountain Resort, JA Hatta Fort Hotel Reopens For Staycations On 21st June

For the ultimate escape from the crowds and plenty of space to roam, there is no better option than Dubai’s only mountain resort, boutique property JA Hatta Fort Hotel, set to reopen on Sunday 21st June. The unique property features just 53 individual rooms nestled amidst the majestic Hajar Mountains and is now offering free archery lessons for kids and complimentary movie nights, as well as a host of activities and relaxation for adults.

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Shangri-La Group Welcome Guests Back With Enhanced Hygiene Protocols Under “Shangri-La Cares” Commitment

Shangri-La Group announced today that it is introducing the “Shangri-La Cares” commitment which elevates its already rigorous hygiene and safety protocols for all properties worldwide. As people look to travel in the future, health, safety and sustainability will remain top of mind, particularly as the world continues to react and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.“Shangri-La Cares” reinforces the Group’s commitment to caring for people, as well as its distinctive Asian hospitality as it begins welcoming guests back to hotels and resorts.

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JA Resorts & Hotels Joins Global #SafeTravels Programme In Collaboration With World Travel & Tourism Council

To go above and beyond in assuring guests’ safety-JA Resorts & Hotels has introduced a comprehensive programme of protection and prevention which maps the guest journey in any JA property from arrival to check-out, so that every aspect of sanitization, social distancing and safety protocols are covered. Applicable across the JA Resorts & Hotels portfolio of 9 unique properties in the UAE and Indian Ocean, the full programme and procedures at each property includes directives from government entities, respected industry certifications and the newly added protocols of the World Travel & Tourism Councils #SafeTravels programme.

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The Bar Raises As Jumeirah Certifies Three More Hotels With The Bureau Veritas Safeguard Label.

Jumeirah sets the bar high this week with three additional properties within its Dubai portfolio receiving the prestigious Bureau Veritas Safeguard Label.

Guests staying at Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf and Jumeirah Creekside Hotel in Dubai can be assured of the highest hygiene standards after these three additional five-star hotels followed in the footsteps of Jumeirah Al Naseemto be awarded Bureau Veritas’ Safeguard Label.

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Millennium Hotels And Resorts MEA Partners With Ecolab

Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA, one of the fastest-growing hotel management companies in the region, partners with Ecolab to deliver the highest level of hygiene and cleanliness to its guests across all its properties in the region. With strict measures and world-class health & safety standards already in place, Millennium Hotels & Resorts goes beyond conventional cleanliness and precautionary measures by providing comprehensive training programs and having every staff member certified as a COVID-19 Champion.

Through this collaboration, Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA is maintaining high levels of cleanliness and hygiene. To further enhance health and safety protocols, Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA has introduced the following 10 Key Hallmarks, which will be implemented in the jurisdictions in which Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA operates to the extent applicable based on local health authority guidelines.

  • Higher standards of cleanliness and hygiene – To obtain local authority hygiene accreditations (e.g. SG Clean Quality Mark Certification) where relevant.
  • Appropriate checks on arrival for guests and employees – For example, temperature checks for all guests and/or collection of guest health declaration forms in certain jurisdictions.
  • Disinfection kits easily available to guests and employees – Sanitisers, masks and anti-bacterial wipes available at guest contact areas (e.g. lobby, restaurants, meeting rooms).
  • Frequent and regular sanitisation of high-contact points – High-contact points will be sanitised on a regular basis depending on frequency of use (e.g. elevator buttons, door handles, etc).
  • Use of technology to enhance guest experience and safety – Deploy contactless technology where possible to minimise physical contact (e.g. E-payment, QR code ordering system, contactless check-in/check-out).
  • Ensure higher cleanliness and hygiene standards during guest stay – Mandatory use of disinfectants for sanitisation of contact points (e.g. bedding, room furniture, TV remote).
  • Enforce safe distancing measures as precaution – Recommended minimum of one-metre distance for interactions between guests and/or employees.
  • Higher food safety standards – Enhanced food safety protocols, deep cleaning and meals served individually.
  • Appropriate health and safety gear – Regular use of Personal Protective Equipment, when appropriate, to ensure the health and safety of guests and employees.
  • Hygiene ambassadors to ensure measures are implemented – A hygiene ambassador in each hotel will ensure that employees are trained with the latest processes and procedures to enhance guest safety and comfort.

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