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ILoveQatar.net
6 days ago
- ILoveQatar.net
Banana Island Resort Doha launches exciting summer 2025 offers
Banana Island Resort Doha, one of Qatar's premier island destinations, is thrilled to announce a collection of exciting summer offers, inviting guests to experience unforgettable luxury with exceptional value this season. One of the standout offerings is the Banana Island Stay Longer Special, where guests staying three to five nights can enjoy up to 15% off accommodation with daily breakfast, while those staying six nights or more can save up to 20% on their stay, also with daily breakfast included. Each booking includes a complimentary game of bowling, a two-hour access pass to the Adventure Park with a zip line ride, and the option to upgrade to half board for added dining convenience. Rates start from QR 1,700 per person, making it the perfect time to enjoy the island's world-class experiences at unmatched value. As a member of the GHA loyalty program, guests can avail this offer. The Ultimate Villa Escape package is designed for those seeking elevated privacy and luxury. It includes daily breakfast, a personalised concierge service, and exclusive perks for guests staying in Three and Five-Bedroom Overwater Villas, such as one in-villa BBQ dinner per stay and a 60-minute spa treatment for two. Guests will also enjoy one hour of access daily to either the padel or tennis court, a game of bowling, and complimentary dining for two children under 12. Adventure lovers will appreciate the two-hour Adventure Park access with zip line entry included. In addition, guests who book directly with the resort will receive a complimentary round of golf and a QAR 100 spa credit, further enhancing the value of their island escape. Located on a private island just a short ferry journey from Al Shyoukh Port, Banana Island Resort Doha is the ultimate tropical escape, blending Arabian hospitality with world-class amenities. This summer, guests can enjoy exclusive rates, curated experiences, and enticing packages designed for families, couples, and wellness seekers alike. 'Our summer offers are thoughtfully crafted to ensure every guest whether a family looking for fun or a couple seeking tranquillity can experience the unique charm and serenity of the island,' remarked Moustafa Khalil, Hotel Manager of Banana Island Resort Doha. Adding a thrilling edge to the summer experience, the Banana Island Adventure Park offers an exciting array of activities for families and thrill-seekers. This dynamic new facility enhances the island's reputation as Qatar's top leisure destination, blending luxury with outdoor adventure. With rope courses that can accommodate up to 70 participants at once and tailored programming for corporate events and team building, the park is an ideal venue for both recreation and group experiences. The resort is now introducing an exclusive Ladies Day every Tuesday at the Adventure Park a perfect chance for women to enjoy thrilling rides, beachside fun, and relaxation in a private, welcoming setting. To celebrate Eid, guests can indulge in a rejuvenating spa experience priced at QR 850 per person. This pampering session includes a 45-minute express Hammam followed by a 45-minute back or foot massage delivering a value-packed 90-minute treatment experience compared to the standard 60-minute Hammam. The celebrations continue with a lavish Eid Brunch at Azraq, offering both indoor and outdoor seating with stunning sea views. Priced at QAR 275 for adults and QR 135 for children, this brunch is the perfect way to enjoy festive dining in a scenic island setting. Banana Island Resort Doha is renowned for its breathtaking location and exceptional service. Nestled on a crescent-shaped island, the resort seamlessly blends Qatari heritage with luxurious comfort. Stretching along an 800-metre palm-fringed shoreline, the resort offers guests a tranquil haven with world-class amenities, including the award-winning Anantara Spa, six distinctive dining venues, a surf pool, diving centre, cinema, padel and tennis courts, and dedicated clubs for kids and teens all set against the dazzling backdrop of the Arabian Gulf. Plan a visit or discover more about Banana Island Resort Doha and Banana Island Adventure Park by visiting and or calling +974 4040 5041.
BBC News
25-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Guernsey visitor numbers increase in latest data
The number of visitors to Guernsey increased in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last from The Tourism Management Board (TMB) showed a total of 21,928 visitors came to the island, a 6% a survey by the Guernsey Hospitality Association (GHA) found 70% of respondents reported a drop in room occupancy in April compared to the same month last Beacom, chair of the TMB, said: "There is much to be optimistic about." 'Positive direction' She said: "It shows there is a lot that is moving in a positive direction, and we are confident that 2025 will be a profitable year for the industry." The TMB figures showed a 6% increase in the overall day trip market, and a 38% rise in business breakdown revealed 73% of visitors were from the UK, 14% from Jersey, 3% from France and 9% from elsewhere. Compared with the first quarter of 2024, the number of visitors from France more than doubled and there was a 9% increase in visitors from the UK, a 7% decrease in visitors from Jersey and a 15% decrease in visitors from elsewhere. 'Most valuable' The GHA said it surveyed its members to gauge occupancy levels from April to found 46% of respondents believed their occupancy levels would be lower than in 2024, 32% forecast they would be about the same, and 22% expected an increase.A statement from GHA said: "We appreciate that the staying visitor market isn't the total sum of the island's tourism business, and it's positive to see an increase in visitors from France, especially day-trippers, which definitely helps create a positive vibe in and around St Peter Port. "But it's the staying visitors that are the most valuable to our industry and the island's economy."
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
More homes planned for former CI Tyres site
A planning application has been submitted for more homes on a site in St Peter Port. Guernsey Housing Association (GHA) had already secured planning permission to build 57 homes on the former CI Tyres site at La Charroterie but it has now applied for 69. GHA chief executive Vic Slade said the revised plans were in response to increasing housing pressures across the island. The housing association bought the site in 2022 for £1.7m with a grant from the States of Guernsey and had initially planned 25 new homes. The GHA said the proposed development of 60 one-bedroom and nine two-bedroom homes matched the island's need for smaller homes as had been identified by the States' Strategic Housing Indicator. The proposed design comprises two six-storey apartment buildings and a handful of courtyard houses arranged around a central shared space. Ms Slade said: "The former CI Tyres site design balances density with quality, and we've taken the time to make sure the scheme reflects best use of the space while creating a place people will be proud to call home." She said cliff stabilisation would be necessary before the build could begin. If planning is granted, she said the development was expected to start in early 2026 with completion in the third quarter of 2027. More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to New homes on former CI Tyres site approved Extra key worker housing proposed at CI Tyres site CI tyres site bought for key worker accommodation Guernsey Housing Association States of Guernsey
Hospitality Net
22-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Sunway Hotels & Resorts Achieves Internationalisation with GHA, the World's Largest Alliance of Independent Hotel Brands
Sunway Hotels & Resorts, Malaysia's leading hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts and integrated attractions across South East Asia, has taken a major step forward in its strategy to internationalise the brand and serve the needs of customers from all around the world, by becoming a member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the largest alliance of like-minded independent hotel brands. Effective mid-May 2025, all 11 of Sunway's hotels and resorts in Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia will become part of GHA DISCOVERY, the global loyalty programme with 30 million members, which has been proven to drive repeat business and increase incremental spending. Reciprocally, GHA DISCOVERY members will be rewarded with instant benefits, unique experiences, and DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) – D$1 equals US$1 - when they book and stay with Sunway. This will extend Sunway's reach significantly beyond Southeast Asia and inspire the world's discerning global travellers – including corporate guests – to include Sunway's hotels and resorts on their travel itineraries. With Sunway DISCOVERY, guests can look forward to rewarding stays at nine hotels and resorts in Malaysia. The newly-transformed five-star flagship Sunway Resort Hotel, along with Sunway Pyramid Hotel and Sunway Lagoon Hotel, are all co-located in the spectacular Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, an integrated resort complex along with world-class retail, MICE, entertainment and leisure experiences, while Sunway Putra Hotel and Sunway Velocity Hotel are perfectly positioned for visitors to Kuala Lumpur. The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat is an ultra-luxurious villa resort and a haven of wellness, nestled amid the lush rainforests of Ipoh, while Sunway Hotel Georgetown and Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya put guests in the heart of Penang, with intuitive options for business travellers and cultural explorers in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Georgetown. The group's latest property in Malaysia, Sunway Hotel Big Box is surrounded by a wealth of attractions in Johor Bahru. Sunway's world-class hospitality can also be enjoyed in two of South East Asia's most vibrant and charming capital cities at Sunway Hotel Hanoi in Vietnam and Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh in Cambodia. Sunway will continue to expand this portfolio in future, with new landmark projects set to rise in Ipoh and Penang, as well as a luxury resort nestled amid the mangrove forests of Johor, as it moves into an exciting new era of expansion and internationalisation. GHA, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024, has grown to a collection of more than 45 brands with more than 850 hotels, resorts and palaces in 100 countries. The GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme now generates USD 2.7 billion in revenue and 11 million room nights per year. Importantly, GHA also shares Sunway's deep commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. We are delighted to join GHA, the world's largest alliance of like-minded independent hotel brands. This marks a major step forward in our growth strategy, as it enables us to bridge the gap between being a strong domestic and regional player to being part of an extensive worldwide network. With Sunway DISCOVERY, our globally-minded corporate and leisure customers now have the opportunity to earn DISCOVERY Dollars when they stay or dine with us, then redeem them all across GHA's global network. This is a testament to where we want to be, and our ambition to be recognised among the world's leading hospitality players. Alex Castaldi, CEO, Sunway Hospitality Group We are delighted to welcome Sunway Hotels & Resorts to Global Hotel Alliance, marking an exciting milestone in our journey of connecting independent, world-class hospitality brands. Sunway's commitment to exceptional guest experiences and sustainability aligns perfectly with our values, and we look forward to offering their guests access to our global loyalty programme, GHA DISCOVERY. This partnership enhances our presence in Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia and strengthens our promise of delivering unique and rewarding stays across the world. GHA CEO Chris Hartley As part of the Sunway DISCOVERY launch, all GHA members will earn double D$ when they book their stay at any of the 11 Sunway Hotels & Resorts properties. The booking period is from 12th May 2025 to 30th September 2025, while the stay period is until 30th April 2026. The D$ earned will be valid for 12 months from the date of issuance. To learn more about Sunway Hotels & Resorts, please visit and for more information about GHA, please visit About Sunway Hotels & Resorts Sunway Hotels & Resorts operates 11 hotels and resorts in Malaysia, Cambodia and Vietnam, representing a collection of over 3,300 guestrooms, suites and villas. The division's diverse portfolio of hospitality assets and services includes ownership and management of a cluster of hotels with large scale convention, meeting and exhibition facilities in an integrated city, to private villa destination, a wellness retreat and a portfolio of 5, 4 and 3-star hotels in mixed-use developments. To find out more about Sunway Hotels & Resorts, visit
Business Wire
19-05-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Altera's Integrated Operating Theater System Successfully Launches at Latrobe Regional Health
BUSINESS WIRE)-- Altera Digital Health is proud to announce the successful activation of its integrated operating theater system at Latrobe Regional Health (LRH), one of the hospital members of Gippsland Health Alliance (GHA). GHA has been leveraging Sunrise™ as its enterprise-wide electronic health record (EHR) platform, utilizing Microsoft Azure to enhance interoperability, security and scalability across its network. As part of its ongoing digital transformation, GHA has now implemented an anesthesia information management system (AIMS) platform called Provation ® iPro to integrate with Sunrise at LRH. This milestone deployment of Sunrise Surgical Care and Provation iPro AIMS streamlines theater management and clinical documentation, enabling efficient surgical scheduling and ensuring a seamless patient experience with a single clinical record from pre-admission to discharge. A Streamlined Approach to Theater Management The successful deployment of Sunrise Surgical Care at LRH marks the first implementation of this advanced surgical management solution in Australia. Fully integrated with Sunrise EHR, Sunrise Surgical Care enhances efficiency by enabling real-time tracking of theater utilization, optimized scheduling and improved resource allocation. This implementation reinforces LRH's commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centric care by reducing administrative burdens and ensuring timely access to critical surgical data. Sunrise Surgical Care also plays a key role in supporting a continuous, single patient record from perioperative care to discharge. By providing clinicians with a comprehensive view of each patient's surgical journey, the system strengthens communication between healthcare providers and enhances patient safety and outcomes. Additionally, the deployment of the Provation iPro AIMS platform spans 12 operating theaters and 18 Post-Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) beds at LRH. Designed by practicing anesthetists, Provation iPro streamlines electronic anesthesia documentation throughout the entire perioperative encounter, standardizes the collection of quality measures and even streamlines billing processes. Provation iPro's integration with Sunrise Surgical Care creates a seamless user experience, eliminating manual, redundant data entry. With this technology, Pre-Admissions clinics have transitioned from paper to digital records, populating data from Pre-Admission assessments into the day-of-surgery record, streamlining the theater admission process. Provation iPro's autovitals feature wirelessly streams patient vitals from anesthesia monitor machines directly into the clinical record. With this, alongside a number of other thoughtful features, including picture-documentation, pre-filled procedure templates and hard-stops, providers can refocus their attention on the patient while simultaneously producing a more complete, compliant, legible anesthesia record. Unlike traditional paper systems, these digital records can now be accessed and viewed by multiple clinicians across multiple locations simultaneously, enhancing collaboration and ensuring all relevant information is available in real time. To keep families informed, LRH has introduced a "Patient Procedure Tracker" board in waiting areas, providing real-time updates on which stage of the theater journey their loved one is in — whether they are in pre-op, surgery, or recovery. This helps reduce uncertainty and minimizes the need for calls to reception. Advancing Digital Transformation in Healthcare Latrobe Regional Health's adoption of this operating theater system marks a significant step in its digital transformation journey. By leveraging advanced clinical technology, LRH is setting a new standard for theater efficiency, patient management and operational effectiveness. Jon Millar, Chief Operating Officer at LRH, added, "This deployment at LRH showcases our strong partnership with Altera. Leveraging this technology enhances patient experiences and ensures seamless care delivery across our facility. Performing more than 10,000 surgical procedures per year, LRH is utilizing this system to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows and improve patient care. The ability to maintain a single clinical record from pre-admission to discharge is a game-changer for both staff and patients." Todd Haebich, EVP, APAC at Altera Digital Health, shared, "The successful activation of Sunrise Surgical Care and Provation iPro at Latrobe Regional Health is a significant milestone for Altera, Provation and Gippsland Health Alliance. By equipping healthcare facilities with advanced tools, we empower clinicians to enhance patient care while optimizing workflows. This deployment highlights our ongoing commitment to supporting digital innovation in healthcare." Enhancing Patient Care Through Integration This launch aligns with the recent $223.5 million expansion of Latrobe Regional Health in Traralgon, which has significantly increased the hospital's capacity and services. With this multi-stage project now complete, local families can access world-class care closer to home, further strengthening the impact of Sunrise Surgical Care and Provation iPro in delivering high-quality patient outcomes. For clinicians, these systems reduce the need for manual data entry, produce legible, complete anesthesia records, minimize duplication of records and enhance visibility into real-time theater utilization. These efficiencies contribute to better resource planning, fewer delays and improved surgical outcomes. Commitment to Innovation and Excellence This deployment reinforces Altera's commitment to supporting healthcare innovation across the region, ensuring that hospitals and clinicians have the tools they need to deliver exceptional care now and into the future. About Altera Digital Health A global healthcare IT leader, Altera Digital Health develops and elevates technology to bring next-level healthcare within reach. Altera's approach to our solutions is changing the way healthcare is delivered—we see the summit of what healthcare can be, but rather than total transformation, we're focused on helping organizations take the steps they need to get there. Altera designs digital health services that lead healthcare to a higher place, while we guide those we partner with, all along the way. To learn more, visit About Provation Provation is a leading provider of healthcare software and SaaS solutions, dedicated to empowering providers to deliver quality healthcare for all. Our comprehensive portfolio offers clinical productivity software that spans the entire patient encounter in the Anesthesia and GI (Gastroenterology) practices. With a purpose-driven approach, Provation aims to streamline and enhance healthcare workflows for improved patient outcomes. Provation has a loyal customer base, serving more than 700 physician groups globally. In 2021, Provation was acquired by Fortive Corporation, a Fortune 1000 company that builds essential technology and accelerates transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, engineering, and healthcare. 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