Review of Operations - Genting Group

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GENTING BERHAD
A nnual Report 2006
Awana Genting Awana Kijal Awana Porto Malai
AWANA HOTELS & RESORTS
www.awana.com.my
The Awana brand, which comprise three beautifully designed
resort hotels in Malaysia achieved a higher overall average
occupancy rate of 65% in 2006 (2005: 61%).
Awana Genting Highlands Golf & Country Resort
(“Awana Genting”)
Awana Genting is a cool refreshing five-star highlands resort
surrounded by natural greenery at the mid-hill of Genting
Highlands Resort. With 430 well-appointed guest rooms,
a grand ballroom and 17 function rooms in a relaxed and
refreshing environment, the resort is ideal for meetings and
functions.
The resort offers an 18-hole championship golf course, heated
swimming pools and jacuzzi. Outdoor activities such as horse
riding, jungle trekking, abseiling and rock climbing as well as
outdoor facilities like longhouses and camping grounds enable
guests to enjoy the scenic and natural beauty of the highlands.
During the year, 300 of its existing hotel rooms were refurbished
to provide a more comfortable stay for guests. Awana Genting
recorded an average occupancy of 61% in 2006 (2005: 63%).
Awana Kijal Golf, Beach & Spa Resort (“Awana Kijal”)
Awana Kijal, is a five-star holiday and convention beach
resort in Kijal, Terengganu, offering 343 rooms and suites with
panoramic views of the South China Sea. The resort has the
longest private beachfront in Peninsular Malaysia with 7.6km of
pristine sandy beach and an 18-hole championship golf course
with magnificent view of the sea.
Voted the No. 1 Resort In The East Coast by the Hospitality
magazine for a record third consecutive year, this charming
retreat offers banquet, recreational and convention facilities,
numerous water sports as well as a traditional Javaneseinspired
spa called the Taman Sari Royal Heritage Spa
Awana Kijal. The “Joy & Adventurous” programme organised
by the resort’s team remained a popular weekend in-house
entertainment performed for the guests.
During the year, Awana Kijal was the host venue for some
major events including the 10th Annual Leaders Consultation
Malaysia–Brunei and the Genting Masters & Pro-am Golf
Tournament 2006. Awana Kijal achieved a higher average
occupancy rate of 68% in 2006 (2005: 64%).
Awana Porto Malai, Langkawi (“Awana Porto Malai”)
Awana Porto Malai is a popular holiday resort destination
on the legendary island of Langkawi, Kedah. Located by the
serene bay of Tanjung Malai, Awana Porto Malai is a 208-room
Mediterranean “themed” seafront resort, offering a panoramic
view of the famed Dayang Bunting Island of Langkawi. The
resort has an extensive range of facilities including a marina,
food and beverage outlets, conference rooms, banquet halls
and a picturesque 300-metre boardwalk. The resort’s swimming
pool with a children fun pool is a favourite attraction for families.
Awana Porto Malai caters to a wide segment of the market
including tourists, company outings and meeting groups.
During the year, Awana Porto Malai attracted close to 100,000
tourists, of which about 30% are foreign visitors of various
countries from regions such as the United Kingdom, Europe,
North Asia and the Middle East.
Proactive marketing and promotional efforts including tie-ups
with airlines and other merchants have enabled the resort to
achieve a higher occupancy rate of 68% in 2006 (2005: 51%).
AWANA VACATION RESORTS
www.awanavacation.com
Awana Vacation Resorts Development Bhd (“AVRD”) is the
Group’s timeshare operator with 5,684 timeshare members as
at 31 December 2006.
AVRD members are entitled to stay at the numerous hotels in
Genting Highlands Resort and the Awana Hotels and Resorts
at favourable rates, subject to booking conditions. AVRD
is affiliated with Resorts Condominium International (RCI),
which allows AVRD’s members the access to more than 3,800
affiliated resorts in over 85 countries. AVRD has direct exchange
with resorts in Europe, Australia, China, India and Thailand, in
addition to Group’s resort properties. All room reservations are
subject to availability.
Golfing at Awana Genting