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Raffles opens new establishment in the British Virgin Islands
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with Greenfield Property Holdings Limited to manage a new luxury resort and residence, Raffles Tortola, in the British Virgin Islands. The Raffles Tortola is scheduled to open in 2010.

Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, Chief Minister and Minister of Tourism of the British Virgin Islands said, “The British Virgin Islands has long been able to offer world class accommodations, however, Raffles will bring to Tortola a degree of luxury which is truly first rate and world class. The business and tourism communities have long asked for a resort of this stature on Tortola and Raffles will meet that demand. The fact that this resort is 100% owned by British Virgin Islanders is a perfect example of how we as a people are able to develop a large scale project with the same quality and success enjoyed by major investors throughout the world. This is an accomplishment of which we are all extremely proud.”

“My partner, Percy Rhoden and I are thrilled to be part of The British Virgin Islands dynamic tourism growth, and Raffles Tortola can only add to the island’s reputation as a choice destination for visitors to the British Virgin Islands,” said Mark Vanterpool, Co- Director of Greenfield Property Holdings Ltd. “This is Raffles’ first project in the Virgin Islands and we are very pleased to be working with such a world renowned brand.”

“Raffles Tortola will be distinguished by the heartfelt service and residential charm that is characteristic of the Raffles brand,” said Diana Ee Tan, Managing Director of Raffles Hotels & Resorts. “This luxurious sanctuary will be an ideal point from which residents can enjoy the lush landscape and white sand beaches of Tortola, and we are delighted that Greenfield Property Holdings Ltd. has appointed Raffles to manage this gem in such an awe-inspiring locale and destination.” Rania Deimezi - Friday, June 15, 2007