Hotels & Ryads Launches Travel Agent Platform Riadreservations.com

Paris (PRWEB) February 13, 2005

Hotels & Ryads, specialized in the marketing and distribution of charm hotels, has launched their Travel Agency reservation platform riadreservations.com, a portal specialized in online reservations of Moroccan luxury bed & breakfasts and riad hotels.

Riad : Located in the historical city centers of Morocco, riads are ancient palaces and private residences that once belonged to Sultan princes, aristocrats, and noble families. Nestled in the labyrinths of the medinas, these residences represent and reflect the Moroccan artisan richness and patrimony. Today, these residences have been transformed into luxury bed and breakfasts and boutique hotels inviting to travelers to experience Morocco in an entirely new manner.

Hotels & Ryads offers a quality selection of more than 70 chic and culturally authentic riads. Respect for traditional Moroccan architecture, construction materials and design can be seen in the renovations of all partner establishments. Each residence is unique and has its own special personality that is reflected in its’ style, whether it be modern, elegant old world, or traditionally Moroccan. This diversity of styles contributes to the charm of the collection.

Travel agencies can register online at http://www.riadreservations.com/travel-agency.html .

Once registered, travel agencies benefit from :

•    Free sale stocks

•    Guaranteed commissions of 8% paid punctually

•    Last minute stocks and promotions

•    Properties ranging from comfort to ultra deluxe

•    Budget to luxury rates

•    Detailed property listings with maps

•    Online travel guides

•    Electronic property brochures

•    Detailed reporting on reservation, commission and client demographic statistics

“Our travel agency platform provides travel agents with free sale availabilities for a highly demanded product. This is the first time travel agencies have access to a qualified selection of riad hotels in Morocco offering real time reservations, confirmations, and guaranteed commissions”, declares Nicole Quilfen, Associate Director, “all of our properties have been qualified and visited at least three times by members of our production team, in order to ensure the standard of accommodation. The majority of riad hotels in operation are not insured, nor legally registered with the Moroccan government; this is not the case with our members. We help agents by controlling the quality of accommodations they propose to travelers. All of our properties adhere to a rigorous quality chart and our offer corresponds to all budgets”.

Riad living quarters are constructed around central patios that serve as the heart of the residence. Guests are invited to enjoy the voluminous galleries that open onto patios, communal lounges, salons, dining rooms and rooftop terraces. Lunch and dinner is cooked to order and can be taken wherever the guest wishes…even under the stars. Traditional hammams are offered by many member partners and professional massages, beauty and spa treatments can be arranged on-site.

Private riad rentals are also available for small groups and family holidays. Theme nights including traditional Moroccan menus, dancers and musicians can be easily arranged at very reasonable prices. On site personnel is included in the prices.

Room prices start at 42 euros per night and private riad rentals at 187 euros per night (please see the following list of member properties). Clients have access to promotional rates and last minute availabilities. Hip travel guides are also offered online to help travelers plan their holidays.

Current destinations include Marrakech, Fez and Essaouira. New Moroccan destinations such as Ouarzazate, Meknes, Rabat and Agadir will be launched in the upcoming upcoming months.

The site is also available in French at http://www.riads.fr and will soon be available in German, Italian and Spanish.

The multilingual call center is open from Monday through Friday, 0900 – 1900 (CET – Paris).

Tele : +33 1 42 08 18 33 (CET – Paris)

Email : reservations@riads.fr

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