The Grand–Ho Tram Strip opens its doors
Launches new era in travel and tourism for Vietnam
Ho Tram, Vietnam, 26 July 2013: Vietnam's biggest ever tourism development - the Ho Tram Strip - today pulled the wraps off of its first integrated resort, The Grand - Ho Tram Strip.
The 541 room resort includes live table and electronic gaming facilities, meeting and convention space, thirteen bars and restaurants, a spa, teen’s and children’s areas, three swimming pools and luxury retail shops.
Work commenced in October 2012 on the second tower of The Grand, which will add another 559 rooms along with additional entertainment amenities, and bring the resort to a total of 1,100 rooms.
Mr. Colin Pine, General Director of the Ho Tram Project Company, the developer of the Ho Tram Strip, said of the announcement: "This has been a monumental effort, and we stand here today not just launching a hotel, not just launching a casino – we stand here today launching a new era of tourism for Vietnam – and I owe a huge debt of thanks to all of the team at the Ho Tram Project Company and all of our partners around the nation, all of the authorities that have been so supportive of this amazing property that we are opening today."
The Grand - Ho Tram Strip Vice President of Hospitality, Mr. John Webb concurred, saying that: "Nothing like this has ever been attempted here - and I can say it is both exciting and humbling to be creating history. A little piece of history starts today. I have lost track of the number of visitors we have had through here in the past few months, and everyone has the same reaction as they take in the size and scale of Vietnam's first truly integrated resort. It is over-awing. It is utterly magnificent."
Indeed this reception has been widely shared by international tourism operators, who will form a key target audience for bringing high-end customers to the rooms, restaurants and tables of The Grand - Ho Tram Strip.
"I have personally led over 40 international tour companies through The Grand and I am excited by the incredible response to our integrated resort. Everyone who has walked through our doors has commented on our unique, elegant style and lavish casino gaming facilities. One tour company actually triple its original booking within 24 hours of visiting our site - a commitment of over 400 guests a month," said Michael Santangelo, The Grand - Ho Tram Strip Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
The resort opened its doors today in an invite-only VIP event featuring the who's who of Vietnam's social scene, along with visitors from around the world. The property is off to a roaring start, with August and September beginning to fill up already.
From July 27 to August 29, weekends are already sold out but some weekdays are still available at the special rate of VND1,888,000++per night (50% reduction compared to normal rate).
Packages for guests looking to visit in September onwards are available from VND3,666,000++ (US$168++)/night and get a free VND600,000 (US$30) Food & Beverage credit. Furthermore, for guests staying two nights, get the third night free plus a free VND600,000 (US$30) Food & Beverage credit.
The Grand represents the first integrated resort to open on the Ho Tram Strip, which will ultimately include a second integrated resort to be operated by Pinnacle Entertainment Group, and three other five star resorts, all to be set along a 2.2 kilometer beach-front, surrounded by protected forest, and located around 2.5 hours from Ho Chi Minh City.
The complex further includes a Greg Norman designed golf course, The Bluffs, which Mr. Norman himself recently described as "one of the three most beautiful courses" that he has ever been associated with.
The Grand-Ho Tram Strip
Phuoc Thuan Commune, Xuyen Moc District, Ba Ria Vung Tau, Vietnam
Tel: +84 64 3788 888
thegrandhotram.com
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About The Grand - Ho Tram Strip
The Ho Tram Strip is a group of integrated resorts and residential developments located on more than 400 acres of land with two kilometers of pristine beach in Ho Tram, Vietnam. An Investment Certificate issued by the Government of Vietnam has approved the development, which has an investment commitment of US$4 billion of which the already completed phase I has seen an investment of over US$550 million. Work on phase II is underway and future phases will see an additional three five-star resorts added to the 2.2 kilometer seaside strip.
Focusing on providing a personalized blend of excitement and relaxation, the Ho Tram Strip features something for everyone, from lavish entertainment to world-class golfing and exceptional beach recreational facilities. The Strip is located just a two hour scenic and relaxed drive from Ho Chi Minh City.
The first phase of its development – The Grand Ho Tram Strip – opened its doors in July 2013 and includes a 541 room five-star hotel, a world-class entertainment facility, nine food and beverage venues, high-tech meeting spaces including a 1,500 person capacity Grand Ballroom, an exclusive VIP area and a variety of beach-front recreation activities. Its adjacent award-winning golf course – The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip – was designed by Greg Norman and opened in 2014. Future developments at Ho Tram will include an addition to The Grand comprised of a mixture of vacation homes comprised of condominiums and residential villa developments, a second integrated resort which will include gaming amenities and three additional five star resorts..
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For further information, please contact:
The Grand - Ho Tram Strip
Tel: +84 378 8888
Matterhorn Communications for The Grand Ho Tram Strip
Matthew Underwood
Tel: +84 8 3838 5517
Nguyen Thi Diem Ha
Tel: +84 908 184 100