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Sunday marked the official first night of Le Méridien Dhaka, one of the Bangldeshi capital city’s largest upscale hotels. Over 500 dignitaries from political, business and the art world gathered to experience the French brand’s signature programs intertwined with local arts and culture, dhakatribune.com reported.
The Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism of Bangladesh, Rashed Khan Menon, was the chief guest.
“We are excited to unlock the latest destination of Le Méridien in Dhaka through the celebrations, bringing a passion for contemporary arts to life amid a bustling city,” said Dilip Puri, managing director, India, and regional vice president, South Asia, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide.
“The official opening event of Le Méridien Dhaka creatively weaves stark contrasts together through completely sensory elements to trigger curiosity, inspire, and encourage dialogue among our guests.”
Guests were welcomed at Le Méridien Hub, the innovative reinterpretation of the traditional lobby. The Hub features inspiring art installations, including Le Méridien Arrival artwork – an achromatic wooden masterpiece featuring the aerial view of Dhaka City’s cross-section.
The work also encapsulates a time in history when the hotel was being constructed.
“We are honoured to partner with Starwood Hotels and Resorts for the first Le Méridien hotel in the country,” stated Amin Ahmad, chairman of Best Holdings Limited, the organisation which owns Le Méridien Dhaka.
“Starwood is associated with crisp and professional hospitality, while Le Méridien is a brand that personlises the experience for guests enhancing on elements of local hospitality. The combination seemed right for Bangladesh where the industry is now on the cusp of evolution.”
While Ashwani Nayar, the hotel’s general manager, who has been living in Dhaka the past two years, could confidently say, “I have come to observe that Dhaka is evolving. Always an enclave of rich cultural experience, the city is embracing modern forms of expression every day. The hotel, combining chic modern design with a focus on the arts, creative cuisine and inspiring local culture, elements that are integral to Le Méridien as a brand, will create uniquely memorable experiences and strengthen guest loyalty, one customer at a time.”
Le Meridien Dhaka is located at the Commercial Area, Airport Road.
See more at www.dhakatribune.com/arts-culture/2015/nov/21/first-night-le-meridien-dhaka
Source: www.dhakatribune.com
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