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Hilton Signs Two Franchise Agreements for Doubletree Hotels
in Turkey - Istanbul and Cappadocia
ISTANBUL & CAPPADOCIA, Turkey, 15 January, 2010: Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of two franchise agreements for Doubletree by Hilton hotels in Turkey. One of the new hotels will be located in Istanbul and a second in Cappadocia and are anticipated to open in mid 2010. This latest announcement marks Doubletree by Hilton�s entry into the Turkish market, the continued growth of Hilton Worldwide in Europe, and the further development success of the upscale, full-service Doubletree by Hilton brand. Patrick Fitzgibbon, Senior Vice President Development Europe & Africa, said: �This latest signing of two Doubletree by Hilton hotels is particularly significant as it marks the debut in Turkey of this growing worldwide brand. Hilton Worldwide already has nine hotels in operation in Turkey and we are delighted to be adding more properties in 2010, adding to the significant development momentum in this exciting market. We believe these first Doubletree by Hilton hotels in Istanbul and Cappadocia will be the first of many in Turkey.� With these latest signings, Hilton Worldwide now has a total of 15 hotels in the pipeline, across its portfolio of brands in Turkey. The company has its sights set on continued strategic growth in the country. Rob Palleschi, Global Head for Doubletree by Hilton hotels, commented: �These latest Doubletree by Hilton developments in Turkey represent another positive year for our brand�s global expansion. With nearly 20 Doubletree by Hilton hotels now open or in the development pipeline in Europe and 225 hotels welcoming guests around the world, these outstanding hotel projects continue to reinforce the potential benefits for owners and developers of current and new-build hotel projects to become affiliated with Hilton Worldwide and the Doubletree by Hilton brand.� Doubletree by Hilton, Avanos-Cappadocia - owned by Ata Turizm Isletmecilik Tasimacilik Sanayi ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti, will offer 126 bedrooms, meeting facilities, a restaurant, bars, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a spa. This hotel conversion will see a freshly refurbished hotel provide internationally recognised and branded accommodation in one of the world�s greatest historical sites, which is famous for its ancient carvings, traditional Cappadocia dwellings and outstanding natural beauty. Doubletree by Hilton, Istanbul-Old City - owned by Erpet Turizm Insaat Taahhut Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S, will offer 172 bedrooms, meeting facilities, restaurant, lobby and rooftop bars, fitness and Turkish sauna facilities. Located in the Old Peninsula area of Istanbul, the new build hotel will be in the heart of the city�s historic, cultural and commercial district and will be located close to major tourism destinations such as the Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the historic Istanbul University building. Doubletree by Hilton is a proud member of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio
of hotels with a fast-growing network that spans more than 200 locations
around the world. Some Doubletree by Hilton characteristic qualities
include the warm worldwide welcome of the brand�s legendary chocolate chip
cookie to every guest at check-in, the rewards of the prestigious Hilton
HHonors loyalty programme and a unique and caring commitment to the communities
in which they operate. Doubletree by Hilton believes in a set of business
values that make their hotels a desirable place for employees to work and
a satisfying place for travelers to stay.
About Owners Ata Turizm Isletmecilik Tasimacilik Sanayi ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti � is a Turkish owned company, with existing leisure and tourism interests in the region. Erpet Turizm Insaat Taahhut Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S - is a Turkish owned company which has business interests in both construction and manufacturing. About Doubletree by Hilton Hotels
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