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BREAKING NEWS: ELICC NOW IN FIVE STAR CLASS

THE East London International Convention Centre (ELICC) has been awarded a five star grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA)

“We are delighted at the grading which not only because of the commitment to service excellence but which underpins our commitment as an independent hotel group to the sustainability of the Tourism Industry in South Africa,” says Premier Hotel Group MD Samuel Nassimov. Premier Hotels, which has 10 hotels throughout South Africa, manages the ELICC.

With panoramic views of the azure coastline, positioned on East London’s Esplanade the ELICC is only a 15 minute drive from the East London Airport, the Industrial Development Zone and all major industries, and offers a fresh Eastern Cape alternative to the Business Tourism sector, both locally and internationally.

Within less than 12 months, the ELICC has won an award as Best Conference Venue in the Eastern Cape, has hosted a boxing world title fight and major conferences from medicine to telecommunications and annual corporate conferences.

I have always believed that East London makes for the perfect convention destination and the ELICC now presents the most up-to-date convention & meetings centre available nation-wide,” adds Samuel Nassimov.

Facilities at the state-of-the-art ELICC include a 650-seater auditorium, an exhibition floor (taking up to 90 (3x3m) stands) and a major hall capable of seating 850 ball-room style and 2200 cinema-style as well as board-rooms, restaurants and kitchens.

The ELICC’s specialised services incorporate a range of technical services including state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, drop down screens, crestron touch panel interfaces, IT services and digital signage while top flight accommodation is located on-site at the adjacent Premier Hotel EL ICC and Premier Hotel Regent.
   

Premier Hotels & Resorts: A Force In South Africa Hospitality

WITH the opening in 2010 of the contemporary new East London International Convention Centre and adjacent four star Premier Hotel ELICC as well as the Premier Hotel O.R. Tambo in Johannesburg, the Premier Hotels Group has positioned itself as a key player in the Southern African MICE, Corporate, Leisure and inbound market.

Current properties include Premier Hotel Cape Manor on Cape Town’s Atlantic seaboard, Premier Hotel Knysna on the Garden Route, Premier Hotel ELICC, Premier Hotel Regent and Premier Hotel King David in East London, Premier Hotel Pinetown and Premier Hotel Edwardian in KZN, Premier Hotel Pretoria and Premier Hotel OR Tambo in Gauteng and Mpongo Private Game Reserve 30km outside East London.

To date the group has made large-scale conference and business facilities a key offering to the South African travel industry with all of its hotels positioned as destination conference venues which provide seamless on-site accommodation along with impeccable hotel facilities and is now looking inside South Africa and internationally to expand its existing leisure and corporate portfolios.

“With its top class infrastructure, exciting cities, incredible wildlife, warmth of it’s people and beguiling locations, South Africa is a must-see destination,” says PHG MD Samuel Nassimov.

“Our size as a group determines flexibility along with an ability to be very customer-orientated and is something, I believe, which makes Premier Hotels a force to be reckoned with. I believe the travel industry in South Africa and Africa as a whole is due to undergo unprecedented growth.”

Befitting luxury four star and three star plus status, all Premier Hotel facilities offer business & conference centers, laundry, room service, internet access, 24 hour reception, swimming pools, restaurants and bars (along with spas in two of its locations).

“Our size as a group determines flexibility along with an ability to be very customer-orientated…”

Along with a national foot-print in South Africa, PHG has significantly added to the MICE industry in the country by the opening of the state-of-the-art East London Convention Centre and 272-room four star deluxe Premier Hotel ELICC.

Managed by PHG, the state-of-the-art ELICC includes a 580 -seater auditorium, an exhibition floor (taking up to 90 stands) and several large venues catering for seating capacities of  up to 2100 people.as well as board-rooms, restaurants and wonderful views of the Indian Ocean.

“Our approach at the Premier group is to not only ensure that conference facilities are beyond expectation but that the properties allow for delegates to do their business and then relax in comfort along with flawless service,” adds Mr Nassimov.

“Our vision now is to grow in a sustainable manner with partners throughout Africa. Allied to this is a corporate mission statement that presents PHG as a personal, yet dynamic hospitality group, that being:  where guests become friends.”

   

Premier Hotel Pretoria Gets Nod of Approval

Premier Hotel Pretoria has been nominated for the World Luxury Hotel Awards™, the prestigious global achievement in hoteliering.

The World Luxury Hotel Awards™ acknowledge hotels that have taken the extra step to differentiate themselves from “good hotels” to “exceptional hotels” and accounts for 30 categories in the Luxury Hotel industry, setting the benchmark for luxury hotels in achieving recognition for their world class facilities and service excellence.

Within walking distance of the famous Union Buildings and close to the embassies, historical buildings, shops and museums in the capital city, Premier Hotel Pretoria exudes opulence with stylishly decorated rooms & suites promising the essence of comfort for both business executives, leisure and sport travelers.

Apart from all the conveniences befitting a luxury hotel – including a fully equipped business centre, a sparkling outdoor pool, fitness centre, cocktail bar and onsite parking – the Premier Hotel Pretoria also boasts a world class conference venue that caters for small gatherings in one of the boardrooms or large conventions in the conference rooms where up to 300 delegates can be seated in a state-of-the-art environment for flawless conventions.

“We are delighted that Premier Hotel Pretoria has been acknowledged in this way – it is consistent with the ongoing growth and development within the group,” says Premier Hotel group MD Samuel Nassimov.

Premier Hotels & Resorts offer a range of hotels and conference venues in regional business and travel destinations in South Africa, offering top flight luxury, opulence and service. www.premierhotels.co.za

   

Rediscover The Luxury Of Time At The New Emerald Spa

emerald_banner SET over-looking the azure Indian Ocean, the new Emerald Spa at the Premier Hotel EL ICC, East London, brings a sense of tranquility to the Sunshine Coast.

True to the contemporary nature of the city’s most desired hotel on the beach front, the Spa takes its cue from modern minimalism with a cocooning sense of warmth provided by textured wall-paper in oyster pearl, mirrored on ocean canvasses.

A cool cosmopolitan space to unwind and recharge, Emerald Spa at the Premier Hotel EL ICC includes unique facilities which present both visitors and city dwellers with a wealth of wellness and sheer tranquility.

Enveloped in textures of oyster-pearl, stepping into the Floatation pool presents a blissful sensation of lightness (30 minutes in the pool is said to be the equivalent of a three-hour sleep) while the Hydrotherapy Room reflects a sense of stillness, inspired by oyster colours, walnut and mirrored mosaics in which to enjoy a treatment with essential bath blends.

The luxurious, oriental, Turkish Rasul steam room (within which treatments may also be had) is complete in green gold-leaf mosaics and shades of Maron emprador marble.

The double treatment room (perfect for couples) and five other treatment rooms all feature ocean insignia while the Relaxation Room over-looks the sea and is the perfect place to relax after one of Emerald Spa’s memorable signature treatments.

A wide-ranging menu features a number of spa luxuries, from comprehensive facials to massages (consider the Bamboo experience or Balinese journey) and body experiences (from slim & tone to re-mineralising) along with essential beauty treatments while Emerald Spa also includes a signature treatments from Balance to Fresh, Pure, Romance and an express package.

In addition, Emerald Spa has unique corporate packages which provide for weekly massages, monthly facials, relaxation therapy to take the stress out of life.

The Premier Hotel EL ICC, meanwhile, also features an outside swimming pool, accessed seamlessly from the Spa.

With panoramic views of the coastline, East London’s port harbour and the Indian Ocean, Premier Hotel EL ICC provides the ultimate in luxurious accommodation to the local spa lovers, leisure traveler, business executive or conference delegates.

Located adjacent to the East London International Convention Centre,  a mere 10 minutes of the major shopping, entertainment and sporting facilities and only 15 minutes to the East London Airport, Premier Hotel EL ICC is also the venue of choice for the discerning traveler to the port city. (www.premierhotels.co.za)
   

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