Great Hotels of the World Offers an Ideal Collection of Independent Hotels for the Bleisure Traveler

LISBON, Portugal, Dec. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- According to top travel and tourism experts, "Bleisure," the savvy travelers' trend of pairing business trips with leisurely getaways, is on the rise as one of the top travel trends—and it isn't slowing down. Bleisure trips increased by 46% last year in Europe, Middle East and Africa, and business travelers who added a Saturday night stay in their destination rose globally by 20% in 2017 over the previous year.* Bleisure travelers—increasingly Millennials—are seeking independent, distinctive hotels in exciting destinations with excellent meeting facilities and luxurious leisure amenities as well as immediate access to local cultural experiences and cuisine.

Great Hotels of the World (GHOTW), one of the top consortia representing upscale, independent hotels around the globe, is uniquely positioned to host the bleisure market. GHOTW offers a thoughtfully curated collection of more than 60 upscale and luxury hotels across Europe and the Middle East, with their newest member hotel in South America.

The GHOTW portfolio includes exceptional properties including:

Ireland's Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa. Travelers looking for a peaceful retreat steeped in history will be charmed by this property just 14 miles outside of Dublin. A short walk from an unspoiled traditional village, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa offers acres of stunning landscaped grounds, spacious rooms, an award-winning restaurant for dining and tea, and a first-rate spa with an impeccable reputation.

Amsterdam's Hotel Okura is ideally positioned to offer the authentic and local experiential business travel experiences sought by bleisure travelers. The hotel overlooks the Amstel Canal in the trendy Pijp area, which is home to local hangouts and one-of-a-kind shops.

In the heart of Europe, guests at Le Plaza Brussels in Belgium won't even need to leave the property to discover local history: this city-center hotel features an original movie theater dating back to 1928, now transformed into a stunning event venue. Le Plaza Brussels combines elegance, tradition and the comfort of premium modernity, and a truly passionate team with more than 85 years of experience combining efficiency and friendliness is on hand to ensure an unforgettable stay.

In Lisbon, Portugal, elegance, sophistication, and comfort seamlessly combine at the super central and well-appointed Altis Grand Hotel. Perfectly located in one of the capital's most affluent neighborhood while within walking distance of the more traditional and historical quarters, guests are perfectly positioned to get a genuine taste of Lisbon life. Minutes by foot is the capital's most celebrated shopping artery – Av. da Liberdade, where the world's luxury retail brands keep shop. Following a day of meetings in one of the Hotel's 19 renowned meeting rooms, guests can make their way to the trendy rooftop bar and enjoy a drink with other guests and locals alike.

Further afield, in Dubai—the fast-paced, fascinating hub of the Middle East—discover the iconic Atlantis The Palm Dubai, a landmark hotel in this breathtaking country with its eyes set firmly in the future. In addition to the hotel's 14 meeting rooms, three ballrooms, and two boardrooms, guests can enjoy private sandy beaches, an underwater aquarium, 23 restaurants, spa and fitness facilities, and shops and boutiques.

Travelers looking for authentic local experiences, independent character, top-tier business facilities, and indulgent leisure offerings will find themselves at home wherever they travel with Great Hotels of the World. To learn more about Great Hotels of the World and find more Bleisure, visit http://www.ghotw.com

About Great Hotels of the World:

Great Hotels of the World is a well-established hotel representation company which provides global hotel sales and marketing services, as well as innovative technology solutions, for an exclusive portfolio of some 60 primarily independent hotels and resorts worldwide. Just as each hotel is unique, so are the tailored sales and marketing products and services that GHOTW provides to each one. This highly personal approach ensures that each hotel retains its personality and authenticity, while accessing state-of-the-art technology, distribution channels, and new source markets. GHOTW is based in Lisbon, Portugal.

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