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Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa Recognized For Outstanding Conservation Work By The Seychelles Sea Turtle Committee

August 23, 2016 by Forimmediaterelease

August 23, 2016 Middle East & Africa
The Eco Center at Labriz encourages guests to explore the diverse Marine National Park that surrounds the island, and the Hilton Eco-guides allow guests on hikes to explore the island itself. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts. The Eco Center at Labriz encourages guests to explore the diverse Marine National Park that surrounds the island, and the Hilton Eco-guides allow guests on hikes to explore the island itself. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.Download Article Photos

SEYCHELLES – Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa is proud to announce that it, in conjunction with the Island Conservation Society (ICS), has been awarded a certificate of recognition from the Seychelles Sea Turtle Committee. The award heralds the outstanding efforts and hard work in conservation that the resort has undertaken.

Alongside ICS, Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa has operated tirelessly to monitor sea turtle numbers and protect the Silhouette beaches which are nesting grounds for Hawksbill and Green Turtles; species which are respectively critically endangered and endangered. Hilton Worldwide’s Travel with Purpose program focuses on preserving the environment, and conservation actions such as these, with local and staff support, allow for the protection of unique biospheres for the enjoyment and education of future guests and generations.

Over 93 percent of Silhouette Island has been designated as a National Park, while the waters adjacent to the isle are part of a Marine Park. Each week, the ICS team patrols the different beaches to record nesting turtle numbers, follow their movements using tags, and rescue weak turtles if necessary. The staff also help hatchlings to reach the ocean safely when seen during patrols. Unfortunately, Silhouette’s beaches see hundreds of kilos of garbage washed up every year. This waste is a threat for turtles as they can confuse it with food or get entangled in the refuse, in order to avoid this, the beaches are cleaned weekly by ICS and Hilton Seychelles Labriz teams.

In order to highlight the importance and precarious nature of the natural environment, the ICS Conservation Centre on Silhouette aims to educate guests about the flora and fauna of the island. The Eco Center at Labriz encourages guests to explore the diverse Marine National Park that surrounds the island, and the Hilton Eco-guides allow guests on hikes to explore the island itself.

Whilst staying at Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa, guests also have the chance to witness the work of ICS, based on the Silhouette Island, next to the Grann Kaz Restaurant. This non-governmental organisation, founded in 2001, aims to promote the ‘conservation and restoration of island ecosystems, sustainable development of islands, and awareness of their vulnerability and vital importance to the planet’s biodiversity.’

Andre Borg, general manager, Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa stated: ‘We are truly honored to be recognized by the Sea Turtle Committee. At Hilton Labriz Resort & Spa we offer our guests a direct experience with turtles and at the same time we work determinedly to protect and conserve this wonderful yet endangered species.  We will continue on our mission to enrich our environment and our guest experience through such action, in line with our global Travel with Purpose platform.”

About Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa
Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa is located on Silhouette Island, 20 km northwest of Mahé; this luxurious mountainous beach hideaway is sandwiched between a dazzling 2.5 km long white beach with leaning palms over turquoise seas strewn with granite boulders and tropical forest. Only a 20 minute helicopter transfer from Seychelles International Airport, Mahe and a 45-minute boat trip via Bel Ombre Jetty, the resort is home to one of the largest nature reserves and National Marine Parks in the country. Guests can choose from four spacious and peaceful villa categories, from Garden Villas, to Beachfront Villas to Deluxe Hillside Pool Villas and Deluxe Beachfront Pool Villas. The jewel in the crown of these rooms is the magnificent Presidential Villa offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. The resort offers an unparalleled choice of dining experiences as well as a wide range of leisure activities including exploratory nature hikes, diving, fishing and romantic sunset cruises. Families, nature lovers, divers, adventure-seekers and romantics can all find a haven at Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa.

  • World Travel Awards’ Seychelles Leading Resort – 2013, 2014
  • World Travel Awards’ Indian Ocean Leading Spa Resort – 2015, 2016
  • World Travel Awards’ Seychelles Leading Spa Resort – 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
  • World Travel Awards’ Seychelles Leading Green Resort – 2016
  • Global Traveller Awards’ Best Resort in Africa – 2013
  • Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence – 2013, 2014, 2015
  • Luxury Travel Guide – Seychelles’ Luxury Romantic Resort of the Year – 2016

For more information on Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa please visit: seychelleslabriz.hilton.com.

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About Island Conservation Society (ICS)
The Island Conservation Society is a Seychelles registered NGO running conservation and island restoration programmes. ICS owns Aride Island Nature Reserve and also operates conservation centers on the IDC Islands of Alphonse, Desroches, Silhouette, Farquhar, and Poivre. Contact ICS Silhouette on +248 271 44 88.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 16 world-class brands comprising more than 5,500 properties with nearly 895,000 rooms, in 109 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable company, Hilton earned a spot on the 2018 world’s best workplaces list, and has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its nearly 100 year history. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program, Hilton Honors, nearly 82 million members who book directly with Hilton have access to instant benefits, including digital check-in with room selection, Digital Key, and Connected Room. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

For nearly 100 years, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests’ evolving needs. With more than 575 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world’s most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Begin your journey at www.hilton.com and learn more by visiting newsroom.hilton.com/hhr or following Hilton Hotels & Resorts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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The Eco Center at Labriz encourages guests to explore the diverse Marine National Park that surrounds the island, and the Hilton Eco-guides allow guests on hikes to explore the island itself. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts. The Eco Center at Labriz encourages guests to explore the diverse Marine National Park that surrounds the island, and the Hilton Eco-guides allow guests on hikes to explore the island itself. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

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Hilton Concord Supports Sustainable Contra Costa Through Fourth Annual Winemakers Dinner

August 18, 2016 by Forimmediaterelease

Fourth Annual Winemakers Dinner at Plate & Vine Restaurant to benefit Sustainable Contra Costa

August 18, 2016 Americas
This year, the Winemakers Dinner will feature local winery Rodney Strong Wine Estates for this five-course feast of seasonal food and wine pairings. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts. This year, the Winemakers Dinner will feature local winery Rodney Strong Wine Estates for this five-course feast of seasonal food and wine pairings. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.Download Article Photos

CONCORD, Calif. – Plate & Vine Restaurant, located at Hilton Concord, announces its fourth annual Winemakers Dinner event on Thursday, September 8, 2016 from 6–9 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support Sustainable Contra Costa.

This year, the Winemakers Dinner will feature local winery Rodney Strong Wine Estates for this five-course feast of seasonal food and wine pairings.

“The Winemakers Dinner is a unique culinary experience,” said Dwayne Griffiths, executive chef, Plate & Vine. “The dinner showcases an elaborate five-course dinner, pairing seasonal foods with five different wines for a one of a kind experience. During each course, a representative from the winery discusses each wine and offers tasting notes and pairing observations.”

Plate & Vine Restaurant, located at 1970 Diamond Boulevard, will donate $25 of each dinner purchased to Sustainable Contra Costa. Tickets are available online at annualwinedinner.eventbrite.com.

Hilton Concord is part of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio, a leading global hospitality company with more than 4,700 hotels across 13 brands in 104 countries and territories, featuring innovative restaurant and bar concepts that are committed to sourcing locally and sustainably when possible.

For more information on the event or for reservations, please call +1 925 827 2000 or visit the hotel’s website on hilton.com.

About Plate & Vine
Plate & Vine Restaurant at the Hilton Concord provides sustainably sourced and regionally inspired Northern California cuisine. Since 2012, Plate & Vine Restaurant has consistently served seasonal options to guests of the Hilton Concord and surrounding Diablo Valley. For more information on Plate & Vine, please call +1 925 827 2000 or visit plateandvinerestaurant.com.

About Sustainable Contra Costa
Sustainable Contra Costa is a nonprofit, collaborative organization providing programs, services, and community connections that teach and inspire thousands of people to have healthier homes, workplaces, communities, and lives. They believe that every choice matters in making sure we all live and operate in a way that sustains the health and well-being of our society, economy, and environment. For more information, visit: www.sustainablecoco.org.

About Rodney Strong Wine Estates
Rodney Strong Wine Estates is a family-owned wine company that includes Rodney Strong Vineyards and Davis Bynum Winery. Rodney Strong grows and produces wines exclusively from Sonoma County’s finest appellations – Alexander Valley, Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Knights Valley, Chalk Hill and Sonoma Coast. The winery was founded in 1959 by Sonoma County wine pioneer Rodney D. Strong as the 13th bonded winery in the county. Davis Bynum crafts single vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The company aspires to conserve and protect the environment in all its operations through sustainable practices, solar power, and fish friendly farming. The Klein family, a third generation California farming family, entered the wine business with the purchase of Rodney Strong Vineyards in 1989. Learn more at www.RodneyStrong.com and davisbynum.com.

About Hilton Concord
Hilton Concord has 329 guest rooms and over 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Hilton Concord offers guests and meeting planners one of the newest and most sustainable, modern hotels in the San Francisco Bay Area. For more information about the Hilton Concord, visit concord.hilton.com or contact Hope Pintado, director of sales and marketing, at +1 925 349 2609. Hilton Concord is owned by VWI Concord LLC and operated by Interstate Hotels & Resorts, the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

For nearly 100 years, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests’ evolving needs. With more than 575 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world’s most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Begin your journey at www.hilton.com and learn more by visiting newsroom.hilton.com/hhr or following Hilton Hotels & Resorts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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This year, the Winemakers Dinner will feature local winery Rodney Strong Wine Estates for this five-course feast of seasonal food and wine pairings. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts. This year, the Winemakers Dinner will feature local winery Rodney Strong Wine Estates for this five-course feast of seasonal food and wine pairings. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

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