Movenpick Resort and Spa Karon Beach recertified by Green Globe

LOS ANGELES, California – Green Globe announced re-certification of Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket in Phuket, Thailand. This resort identifies and promotes sustainable strategies, and has demonstrated corporate social responsibility for the past few years. The success of Movenpick Hotels & Resorts sustainability efforts lies in its integration into their business strategy.

“We are very proud about our achievement with Green Globe,” said Hansruedi Frutiger, General Manager at Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket, “The resort is committed to promoting sustainability and our commitment is reflected in our management principles and our daily practices. It is our goal to reduce the environmental impact on all levels, and to encourage our partners and stakeholders to do the same. We invite you to join us in the year ahead as we embark on a journey to explore the past, present, and future of sustainable development.”

A long-term sustainability management system is in effect at the Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket, energy consumption is monitored on a daily basis. Water reduction goals are set and the property makes use of water from their own treatment plant, located in the city. Waste volume, weight and reduction goals are specified, a comprehensive reuse and recycle policy is in place. Packaging is reduced to a minimum and the purchasing policy favors suppliers adhering to sustainable practices. Recently, the hotel introduced a new line of eco-friendly water bottles and bathroom amenities. The property incorporates Thai traditions and supports community-related activities promoting the area’s nature, history, and culture.

Green Globe Certification’s CEO, Guido Bauer, commented: “We are extremely pleased to award certification to the Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket. The property is a member of The Green Leaf Foundation, dedicated to develop both, the quality of the environment and the tourism industry at the same time. Educational training seminars on energy efficiency and environmental standards are being held on a regular basis. Movenpick Hotels and Resorts is one of the largest hotel groups to commit to Green Globe Certification for all properties worldwide.”

The audit for the Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket was conducted by Farnek Avireal, a leading sustainability consultancy. For additional information, please contact Sandrine Le Biavant, e-mail: [email protected] .

ABOUT MOVENPICK RESORT& SPA KARON

The Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket is a truly wonderful spa resort, set amid lush tropical gardens and just steps away from the pristine sands of Karon Beach, one of the longest and most impressive beaches in Phuket. The property features 247 rooms and suites with spectacular ocean view, spacious balconies, and interior artfully-crafted in traditional Thai decor. 117 villas cater to the most discerning traveler with a perfectly-blended ambience of privacy and sumptuous comfort. The resort’s four restaurants offer a world-class dining experience, ranging from international cuisine and theme dinners to authentic Brazilian churrasco, and the best of Asian cuisine. This 5-star Movenpick Resort offers easy access to Phuket’s most popular attractions, Phuket’s International Airport is 45 minutes by car.

Contact: Nampetch Tipaxsorn, Director of Marketing & Communications, Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket, 509 Patak Road, 83100 Phuket, Thailand, Phone +66 76 396 139, Fax +66 76 396 122, Email [email protected] , www.moevenpick-hotels.com/phuket-karon-beach

ABOUT GREEN GLOBE CERTIFICATION

Green Globe Certification is the worldwide sustainability system based on internationally-accepted criteria for sustainable operation and management of travel and tourism businesses. Operating under a worldwide license, Green Globe Certification is based in California, USA, and is represented in over 83 countries. Green Globe Certification is a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, supported by the United Nations Foundation. For information, visit www.greenglobe.com .