In addition to becoming a new member of ALHI’s worldwide portfolio, the resort also is a new addition to ALHI’s “U-200 Gems” specialty segment, which now consists of 21 exclusive meeting solutions with fewer than 200 guest rooms.
GATEWAY, CO. – Gateway Canyons Resort in western Colorado recently was accepted into Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). To commemorate the occasion, ALHI Director of Sales for the West Amy Butterfield (middle) presented a plaque to Gateway Canyons Resort’s Director of Sales & Marketing Erik Dombroski (left), and Vice President and Managing Director Rudy Sharp (right).
In addition to becoming a new member of ALHI’s worldwide portfolio, the resort also is a new addition to ALHI’s “U-200 Gems” specialty segment, which now consists of 21 exclusive meeting solutions with fewer than 200 guest rooms. The ALHI Global Sales Organization (GSO), which features 20 Global Sales Offices throughout North America, now provides authorized and dedicated GSO services and sales support to organizations interested in conducting meetings, conventions, and/or incentive programs at the resort.
Gateway Canyons Resort, which was recently recognized as “Best Luxury Hideaway Resort In The Americas” in the 2013 World Luxury Hotel Awards, is a world-class resort designed and owned by John Hendricks, founder and chairman of The Discovery Channel. Set against one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world, the retreat is known for its luxurious accommodations and amenities, breathtaking views, and impeccable service. Opened in 2008, the resort recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation, which included the renovation and expansion of its accommodations, which includes the Kiva Lodge, Kayenta Lodge, and in the Palisade Casitas of Gateway Canyons Resort.
ALHI plaque presentation to Gateway Canyons Resort.
Named for the small town of Gateway, which has served as a “gateway” from Utah to Colorado since 1904, the resort features more than 12,000 square feet of meeting space, with such diverse venue options as the new Kayenta Conference Center, the Palisade Event Center, the 56-seat Discovery HD Theater, and the Mission Bell Amphitheater. Providing an array of teambuilding options for groups, the resort has an on-site Adventure Center and a world-class Equestrian Center, and offers such unique experiences as exploring dinosaur tracks, touring the area in a helicopter, and off-road expeditions. In addition, the resort features a signature spa, a fitness center, a salon, three restaurants, and the Gateway Auto Museum. Part of the Noble House Hotels & Resorts collection, the resort is located just minutes from the renowned Moab Desert of Utah, and one hour southwest of the Grand Junction (Colorado) Regional Airport.
ALHI provides authorized and dedicated Global Sales services and sales support to the meetings and incentive marketplace for its 160+ Four and Five-Diamond quality Member hotels and resorts worldwide. Featuring a worldwide portfolio of over 115,000 rooms and suites and nearly 10 million square feet of meeting space, ALHI provides reliable one-call professional sales assistance and access to its distinctive hotels and resorts for meetings and incentive programs ranging from 10 to more than 6,500 rooms. There is no cost to planners’ organizations to utilize the ALHI GSO services, expertise, and account advocacy, as its members’ dues fund the Global Sales Organization to best serve planners with local professionals.
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