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Power Lunch 2022
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. – They mark the path of leadership in the northern region of the country. They are recognized for breaking paradigms through the experience accumulated during years of work.
Founders, business leaders, politicians and philanthropists gather at Mercado Women Power Lunch: The Value of Experience, in an intimate gathering to share and celebrate the impact of the influence of a group of women who have proven that success has no age limit.
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Tourism Fair
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. – The Cibao International Airport, the Santiago Center entertainment and hospitality mall, the Hodelpa Hotels & Resorts chain, the La Aurora Cigar Factory, the Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago HOMS, the Santiago Hotel Association ASHORESA, Hotel Matum and the Clúster Santiago Destino Turístico, showed the strengths and dynamism that Santiago de los Caballeros offers with its attractions, as well as the climate of confidence and security for investment that the city offers.
During the two days of the fair, international operators from different markets visited the stand of Destino Santiago where they were able to appreciate and learn about its attractive cultural, health tourism, gastronomy, ecotourism and its experiential tourism proposals, which captivated their attention.
In addition, the participants learned about the hotel offerings of the Heart of the City, which reflects the growing interest and increased demand for its attractions.
The executives informed that the Hodelpa Hotels & Resorts chain, one of the most prestigious in the country, has been the most traditional investor in the hotel sector in the city for the last three decades with three properties in the Heart City. Part of the hotel tradition in Santiago has also been the Hotel Matún in the monumental zone.
Also, the city of Santiago has one of the most important air terminals, the one that occupies the third place in passenger mobility in the country, the Cibao International Airport where thousands of visitors circulate.
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Xanadú Resort & Residences by Hodelpa
PUERTO PLATA. – The Hodelpa hotel chain presented "Xanadú Resort & Residences by Hodelpa", its new tourism real estate project, and the summer offers of its Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata brand.
The information was offered by Jessica Aja, marketing director of the Hodelpa chain, at a breakfast for travel agents and tour operators at the Expoturismo 2022 fair, the main activity to promote travel and tourism in the northern region of the country, held at the Convention Center of the Hodelpa Gran Almirante hotel.
He explained that the Xanadu Resort & Residences by Hodelpa project will be ready by March 2023. They will be apartments and duplexes integrated with nature and the environment, located in Playa Dorada in Puerto Plata, on the beachfront.
He highlighted the project's facilities, which include different types of apartments and "its proximity to airports, theme parks, the city center and the cruise port". The project will have unique features within a complex such as 4 main pools and 7 private pools in exclusive buildings, more than 300 meters of beach, bar, gardens, cafe, gym, event hall, among other facilities, he said.
Jessica Aja, also highlighted the novelties and promotions that the Emotions Playa Dorada brand will have at the Playa Dorada complex in Puerto Plata, which will offer packages of three days and two nights, combining these offers with an experience at the Ocean World water park.
During the activity the preferential rates for the summer were presented, and the facilities that guests will have in rooms, especially in the "Deluxe Family", with its various capacities now available for the summer 2022.
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Hodelpa Hotels restarts “Summer Fun”
Santo Domingo. – Hodelpa Hotels restarts “Fun Summer” and entertains children from Hogar Doña Chucha and Hodelpa Garden Suites.
Hodelpa Hotels ratified its social commitment to create “Memorable Experiences with Love”, restarting its “Fun Summer” with two activities, for children from the Casa Hogar Doña Chucha and for the children of the employees of the Juan Dolio Garden Suites.
With the activities, which they have been carrying out for two years, the children of 22 employees of the Hodelpa Garden Suites, in Juan Dolio, were honored; and 23 children and adolescents from the Casa Hogar Doña Chucha, in the National District.
During the recent activities, Hodelpa Hotels employees and their children enjoyed clowns, inflatable, recreational and traditional games, and face painting. The same treat occurred with the 23 children between the ages of 5 and 10 at the Hogar Doña Chucha.
Hodelpa's corporate office carried out activities to promote social service among its associates, and develop among them special social skills "motivating sensitivity towards low-income people".
This event shows the fundamental role that the family plays in the life of each one of Hodelpa's collaborators; a commitment to the personal well-being of our associates to improve their personal balance as a strong support system for them.
It was a day full of beautiful emotions in which Hodelpa Hotels ratified its social commitment to institutions such as Doña Chucha, which serves as a shelter for 61 girls and adolescents in a state of vulnerability, educating them for their integral development to incorporate them into society as productive entities.
Hodelpa Hotels carries out the activity periodically for its employees and children, and for Hogar Doña Chuca, as it is a non-profit institution that houses vulnerable adolescents to whom it guarantees education, health, human, religious and social formation, training them to be transforming agents of society and examples for youth.
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Hodelpa and German agency sign Biodiversity Check agreement
SANTO DOMINGO. –The Hodelpa hotel chain Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando will start implementing the Biodiversity Check Tourism tool, which will lead to the voluntary application of measures aimed at integrating biodiversity into business management, as part of its commitment to sustainability.
This tool will be used for the first time in the Dominican Republic in the city of Santo Domingo, following the signing of an agreement between Hodelpa and the German Development Cooperation Agency (GIZ). In addition, the hotel company began the process of applying this mechanism in its hotels Hodelpa Garden Suites in Juan Dolio and Emotions Puerto Plata.
The Biodiversity Check Tourism sector is a tool developed by GIZ and Global Nature Fund (GNF) to generate a dialogue process that leads to the voluntary implementation of measures aimed at integrating biodiversity into business management. Thanks to this tool, since 2022 Hotel Nicolás de Ovando has been implementing actions to reduce its impacts on biodiversity.
In providing the information, Hodelpa indicates that the tool caters to new trends in international markets, which are increasingly exerting pressure to ensure the use of biodiversity and ecosystem-friendly products and services.
"The tool can be applied by a professional with experience in the tourism sector, biodiversity and/or trained environmental management, because it is necessary to ensure that the recommendations proposed when finalizing the Biodiversity Check Turimos application, are technically and economically feasible, according to the need and reality of the company, and have emphasis on the issue of biodiversity," assured the GIZ representatives.
They stated that with the application, companies can analyze the situation of impacts and risks related to biodiversity, in addition to offering objective recommendations and measures to be implemented in the short and medium term and integrate them into a biodiversity action plan within the framework of an environmental and/or quality management ecosystem.
Present at the signing of the agreement for Hodelpa were Yeine Durán, corporate manager of Sustainability and Quality; Ángel Hernández, vice president of operations; and José Hernández, manager of the Nicolás de Ovando hotel.
Representing GIZ were Svenja Paulino, director of the Biodiversity program and business director for Central America and the Dominican Republic, and Jaír Urriola, executive secretary of the Central American Commission for Environment and Development.
Benefits of the Biodiversity Check tool
Among the benefits for companies that use this tool are that it helps to guarantee the company's natural capital in the long term, contributes to better informed clients, improves the company's corporate image with the community and clients, and serves as a basis for compliance with environmental norms and legislation.
It is also an opportunity to position the company as a sustainable company in the market and serves as a basis for compliance with environmental standards and legislation.
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Major Dominican Republic Tourism Meeting
SANTO DOMINGO. – Among the amenities and facilities offered by Hodelpa for sports tourism are locations close to the competition centers and properties adapted to the different lodging options demanded by the public.
In addition, Hodelpa has personnel specialized in sporting events, knowledgeable in the discipline and the needs required by the participants to guide their participation in the tournament, regardless of the socioeconomic segment of society of the guests.
The president of the National Tourism Awards, Luis Severino, explained that the award will be presented for the first time in the country and that its purpose is to honor successful experiences and best practices in tourism, while at the same time promoting a culture of excellence in the tourism industry, oriented towards quality and sustainability.
About recognition
"There are many tasks, and the pressures involved in the assembly, but we have worked hard together with Alejandro Castillo, general manager of the Senator Puerto Plata Hotel, to make the awards a memorable one," he said.
The company, AM Creaciones Acrílicas, leader in the manufacture of acrylic articles and in the creation of recognition plaques, is in charge of the design and manufacture of each of the awards.
Among the categories to nominate are:
Manager of the Year. For the good performance in its functions and having achieved the growth and innovation of the industry and the good management during the process of the Covid-19 pandemic. Media of the Year. For highlighting each destination in the country and its contributions to the growth of the tourism industry.
Chef of the Year. For quality and responsibility in service and innovation in the preparation of each dish.
Influencers of the year. For projecting with their image each destination visited, thus producing a great impact on the tourism industry.
Hotel of the year, for the growth obtained during the year, good management of the sanitary protocol of Covid-19 and for the quality of the services.
Tourism event of the year. It will be awarded to those who have made an innovative event generating in the attendees a reminder for a staging out of series and full of charm, that the same has contributed to the sustainable growth of the industry.
Social Welfare. For their great contributions to the development and growth of the communities, contributing to the strengthening of each of the demarcations.
Tourism vision and innovation. For generating a unique experience and for its contribution to the sustainable growth of the tourism industry. City destination. For having managed to maintain excellence and quality in services in general during the year.
The award is supported by the Senator Puerto Plata Spa Resort, AM Creaciones Acrílicas, Playa Bachata Spa Resort, Ron Barceló, Amhsa Marina Resorts, Master Red, Mojito Cabarete, Micro Fundición (FGLE), Iberostar Hotels & Resort Costa Dorada, Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata, Gran Ventana Beach Resort and the Association of Hotels, Restaurants and Tourism Companies of the North (Asonorte), Sunscape Resorts & Spas, Blue Bay Hotels & Resorts, David Atelier and Loma Azul Restaurante.
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Hodelpa announces Xanadu Golf Cup in Playa Dorada
PUERTO PLATA. – The Hodelpa chain is betting on sports tourism to offer its guests a comfortable, entertaining and fun experience, with the celebration of the next Xanadu Golf Cup, II Hodelpa Couples Golf Circuit, to be held from October 7 to 9, 2022 at the Playa Dorada Golf Course in the Playa Dorada complex.
The Xanadu Golf Cup will be played in the Best Ball modality in pairs, in two rounds, where the winning pair will have as a prize the representation of the Dominican Republic in the final of the Internationals Pairs.
This golf event will be held in Andalusia, Spain from November 17 to 21, where the winners of the Xanadu Golf Cup will attend with all expenses for airfare, lodging and participation in the tournament covered.
Sports facilities
As a novelty of the tournament, Hodelpa informs that after the first round of competition, on Friday, there will be a welcome cocktail for the participants, sponsored by ProCigar, with a tasting of rums and cigars, and will conclude on Saturday with an awards party on the beach, in its new Xanadu by Hodelpa facility, in Playa Dorada.
Unlike other cups, Hodelpa gives golf a social character in alliance with the Internationals Pairs Organization, to offer an experience where participants enjoy a different weekend, with a sporting spirit to emerge victorious in a good fight.
We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and collaborating brands that will make this great experience possible: Constructora Morrobel, Banreservas, Sentinel Seguros, Banco Caribe, MAPFRE Salud ARS, Avis Rent a Car, ProCigar, and United Brands.
Among the amenities and facilities offered by Hodelpa for sports tourism are locations close to the competition centers and properties adapted to the different lodging options demanded by the public.
In addition, Hodelpa has personnel specialized in sporting events, knowledgeable in the discipline and the needs required by participants to guide their participation in the tournament, regardless of the socioeconomic segment of society of the guests.
Xanadú Playa Dorada
Xanadu is defined as a place of idyllic beauty and great magnificence, a summer resort where the legendary Mongolian emperor, Kublai Khan, retired to rest, which gave rise to famous songs and poems that refer to special places and people.
Xanadu By Hodelpa is the new real estate project located in the complex of Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, "and we have conceived it full of splendor, relaxation and fun to be a special space, where within walking distance of the sea, our customers find their Xanadu".
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"Transformation Agent" Workshop held for Hodelpa collaborators
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. – With the participation of more than 200 of its employees, leaders and executives, the Hodelpa hotel chain held the "Transformation Agent 2022 Workshop", which aims to promote the spirit of integration and teamwork of all its associates.
The annual activity for collaborators counted with the participation of the First Lady of the Republic, Mrs. Raquel Arbaje, as guest of honor, the workshop was held at the Hodelpa Gran Almirante Hotel, in Santiago de los Caballeros.
The workshop was offered by Ginny Jacobo, coach, trainer and international speaker with more than 20 years of experience supporting professionals, executives, entrepreneurs and business people and their collaborators in the process of learning and achieving their goals, who addressed the topic "How to be an agent of transformation, both at work and personally".
"The leader who embraces transformation is a good leader, but the leader who becomes an agent of transformation is essential for an organization, so the key is to be aware of this difference and take action," said Jacobo when introducing the activity.
Jacobo indicated that "through our training, with methodologies and tools used in the best global leadership schools, we provide the individual with the tools to discover and develop their strengths and capabilities, supporting them in the continuous search for excellence in their environment and constant growth".
He assured that it is part of his mission to accompany individuals to discover their own resources and strengths in order to establish and achieve their life objectives.
At the end of the workshop, Edmundo Aja, President of Hodelpa Hotels and Resorts expressed words of praise and gratitude to the facilitator and her entire team for fertilizing the seeds of personal growth and development for all the company leaders who enthusiastically participated in the workshop.
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Hodelpa Group develops Xanadú Resort & Residences
PUERTO PLATA. –The Hodelpa Group began the development of the Xanadú Resort & Residences real estate project, in the exclusive Playa Dorada complex in Puerto Plata, on a 35,000 square meter site with an investment of US$36 million, the only project in the area surrounded by two impressive beaches, with a view to being ready by March 2023.
With the new investment in Xanadu Resort & Residences, the hotel group assures that it "reaffirms its confidence in Puerto Plata and in the Dominican Republic's real estate and tourism industry," as the project will be generating 100 permanent jobs when it begins operations.
"The country's beautiful beaches are the perfect place for those seeking tranquility and access to an ideal vacation destination, such is the case of the exclusive Playa Dorada complex in Puerto Plata, with its magnificent golf course, lakes and gardens, golden sand and warm waters," Hodelpa executives point out.
Currently, 90% of the apartments in the complex have been sold, and the last phase of the project has been opened, which will be built by TE-EX Architects, and will have several buildings with units from 33mts2 to 153mts2, with bedroom, bathroom, living area and equipped kitchen. Each building will have an elevator, parking, beach, pool or garden view.
Xanadu Resort & Residences will offer an attractive range of facilities and services for family fun, such as: restaurant, lounge bar, gardens, assigned parking, 24-hour security, playgrounds, elevators in each building, concierge, beach gazebo, power plant and 7 private pools in exclusive buildings.
Also, more than 300mts of beach, social area, cistern, surveillance system, bowling alley, tennis court, gym, playground, massage center, event room, one coffe shop, wi-fi in common areas and common laundry area.
Owners at the new Xanadu Resort & Residences complex will have access and special discounts in bars and specialized restaurants at Emotions Puerto Plata Resort, such as Orégano Dominican Fusion; the Italian restaurant Amaci, the Mexican Lolita, the seafood grill Bígaro, and the exclusive Evolutions Spa.
After Punta Cana, Puerto Plata is the most complete and important tourist destination in the country, offering beach, mountain, golf, adventure, culture and city in an area of a few square kilometers; and it is also the closest tourist destination to the 14 provinces of Cibao, which is a very important national market.
The Hodelpa Group points out that the project's buyers are 50-50 between nationals, mostly residents of Cibao provinces, such as San Francisco, Santiago, Puerto Playa and La Vega; and foreigners from the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Europe.
"This complex is an opportunity for people who value the advantages of owning a second home to escape the crowded city life and enjoy natural and open spaces in contact with nature," said Grupo Hodelpa.
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Hodelpa celebrates II Xanadú Golf Cup at Playa Dorada
PUERTO PLATA. – César Rodríguez and Enrique Rodríguez, with 87 points, were the winners of the Xanadú Golf Cup, II Hodelpa Couples Golf Circuit, held from October 7 to 9, 2022 at the Playa Dorada Golf Course in the Playa Dorada complex.
Xanadu Golf Cup
The Xanadu Golf Cup is a bet on sports tourism of the Hodelpa hotel chain, in which the winners will represent the Dominican Republic in the final of the International Pairs to be held in Andalusia, Spain from November 14 to 18, with all expenses for airfare, lodging and participation in the tournament covered.
The sporting event was held in the BestBall modality in pairs, with two rounds, in which the competitors faced a tight final, resulting as runners-up the couple formed by Annie Gagnon and Frank Sanchez, with 86 points.
Other special mentions were Luis Javier Garcia with the most accurate drive on Hole 8 and Carlos Jimenez with the flag approach on Hole 12.
Unlike other cups, Hodelpa gives golf a competitive character with the alliance of International Pairs, to offer an experience where the participants enjoyed a different weekend, with a sporting spirit in a good and social way at the same time.
The sporting event
The competition began with a first round on Friday, to close the evening with a cocktail party to welcome the participants, sponsored by Procigar, where the players enjoyed a tasting of rums and cigars.
The second round was held on Saturday, concluding with an awards party on the beach of the Emotions By Hodelpa Puerto Plata hotel, where the players were awarded prizes and received special gifts for their participation.
The II Hodelpa Couples Golf Circuit was sponsored by Xanadú by Hodelpa, Emotions by Hodelpa, Construcciones Morrobel, Sky High, Banreservas, Iberomuebles del Mar, Sentinel Seguros y Corredores, Banco Caribe, Heineken, MAPFRE Salud ARS, Avis Rent a Car, Budget, Procigar, and United Brands.
In addition to Blue Moon, Caribbean Coffee, 1 Concier / T-Y Group, Brugal, Seguros BanReservas, CardNet, Helados Bon, Pepsi and Café Santo Domingo.
About Hodelpa
Founded in the early 90's, HODELPA Hotels is one of the leading hotel companies in the Dominican Republic, headed by tourism entrepreneur Edmundo Aja. It is currently one of the chains with the largest presence in the country, with facilities in 4 different destinations: Santiago, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata and Juan Dolio.
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Hodelpa & Anillo Verde carry out beach cleanup day in Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata. –As part of its corporate commitment to sustainability, Hodelpa, in alliance with the group Anillo Verde, held a cleanup day at Bergantín beach in Puerto Plata, in which 530 bags of waste were collected: 400 plastic, 50 foam, 50 glass bags and 30 tin and metal bags.
Prior to the activity, Hodelpa provided a room and audiovisual equipment to Anillo Verde, made up of Environmental Education of Santiago and the Supérate program, to give orientation talks to the participating collaborators on the importance of keeping the beach areas clean, and to hold a press conference to announce the activities.
Bélgica Lagombra, Hodelpa's Human Resources manager, indicated that "our actions should lead to recovering part of the impact that we could generate with our tourism activity, so we develop initiatives collaborating with beach cleanups to improve our coasts, as an example of environmental education for the community and our collaborators".
He said that all the participating entities did excellent teamwork, with children from two schools in Santiago standing out among the collaborators "to set an example because they are the ones who will follow these efforts of concern and actions to protect the environment".
"It is amazing to be part of these activities, to participate to raise awareness of the importance of caring for our resources, biodiversity to enjoy them and leave a good legacy to our future generations," said Lagombra.
The activity counted with the participation of more than 20 leaders and collaborators of the hotel company, who joined in order to contribute to the achievement of the environmental responsibility objectives established by the company; and the collected waste was destined to a recycling company in Puerto Plata, which would be in charge of managing its final disposal.
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Hodelpa carries out a cleanup and reforestation day in Santiago
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. -To provide guests with a better culinary experience during their stay in Santiago de los Caballeros, the Hodelpa Hotels chain and the Noah Group announced a strategic alliance to jointly promote fine dining in the city of Corazón.
This alliance seeks to offer a greater variety of gastronomic and entertainment options when staying at the Hodelpa hotels located in Santiago de los Caballeros: Hodelpa Gran Almirante, Hodelpa Garden Court and Hodelpa Centro Plaza.
Through five Noah Group restaurants located in Santiago de los Caballeros: Noah, (international cuisine); La Taberna de Pepe, (international cuisine); KGB Kitchen Gallery Bistro, (international cuisine); La Trattoria de Claudio, (Italian cuisine) and Kyoto, (international and Asian cuisine); the two groups have designed new and exclusive experiences for their guests.
Guests will be able to enjoy a variety of benefits, upon reservation from their hotels or upon presentation of proof of lodging, such as preferential treatment, special discounts, complimentary amenities, transfers to their restaurant for groups of eight people or more, among other benefits.
Leveraging the experience of both brands, the alliance will help create unique culinary and comfort experiences, reinforcing the creativity, sustainability and development of their teams. Joint efforts in these areas will provide synergies for the two brands, allowing them to further develop their high-prestige concept.
"Both organizations highlight the prestige of two brands that are of national pride, offering high quality service and personalized details that conquer their customers," said Angel Hernandez, vice president of Hodelpa Hotels.
To provide a high-level experience, the chain's staff has been trained, according to the tastes and needs of our customers, to guide them to choose the best option among those available, added Hernandez.
The managing director of Grupo Noah, Miguel Olavarrieta, emphasized that this strategic alliance will provide an integral experience for residents and visitors to the city of Santiago, combining premium gastronomy with a memorable stay.
In addition to this alliance, they have also joined the gastronomic event SDQ Gastronómico, which this year will be held for the first time in the city of Santiago, the Restaurant Week, where different restaurants in the city will be offering a special menu at a unique price. The Hodelpa Gran Almirante Hotel will be participating in this activity with a special menu available until November 20.
About Hodelpa
Founded in the early 90's, HODELPA Hotels is one of the leading hotel companies in the Dominican Republic, headed by tourism entrepreneur Edmundo Aja. It is currently one of the chains with the largest presence in the country, with facilities in 4 different destinations: Santiago de los Caballeros, Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo and Juan Dolio.
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Hodelpa and Noah Group partner to promote haute cuisine in Santiago
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. –To provide guests with a better culinary experience during their stay in Santiago de los Caballeros, the Hodelpa Hotels chain and the Noah Group announced a strategic alliance to jointly promote fine dining in the city of Corazón.
This alliance seeks to offer a greater variety of gastronomic and entertainment options when staying at the Hodelpa hotels located in Santiago de los Caballeros: Hodelpa Gran Almirante, Hodelpa Garden Court and Hodelpa Centro Plaza.
Through five Noah Group restaurants located in Santiago de los Caballeros: Noah, (international cuisine); La Taberna de Pepe, (international cuisine); KGB Kitchen Gallery Bistro, (international cuisine); La Trattoria de Claudio, (Italian cuisine) and Kyoto, (international and Asian cuisine); the two groups have designed new and exclusive experiences for their guests.
Guests will be able to enjoy a variety of benefits, upon reservation from their hotels or upon presentation of proof of lodging, such as preferential treatment, special discounts, complimentary amenities, transfers to their restaurant for groups of eight people or more, among other benefits.
Leveraging the experience of both brands, the alliance will help create unique culinary and comfort experiences, reinforcing the creativity, sustainability and development of their teams. Joint efforts in these areas will provide synergies for the two brands, allowing them to further develop their high-prestige concept.
"Both organizations highlight the prestige of two brands that are of national pride, offering high quality service and personalized details that conquer their customers," said Angel Hernandez, vice president of Hodelpa Hotels.
To provide a high-level experience, the chain's staff has been trained, according to the tastes and needs of our customers, to guide them to choose the best option among those available, added Hernandez.
The managing director of Grupo Noah, Miguel Olavarrieta, emphasized that this strategic alliance will provide an integral experience for residents and visitors to the city of Santiago de los Caballeros, combining premium gastronomy with a memorable stay.
In addition to this alliance, they have also joined the gastronomic event SDQ Gastronómico, which this year will be held for the first time in the city of Santiago, the Restaurant Week, where different restaurants in the city will be offering a special menu at a unique price. The Hodelpa Gran Almirante Hotel will be participating in this activity with a special menu available until November 20.
About Hodelpa
Founded in the early 90's, HODELPA Hotels is one of the leading hotel companies in the Dominican Republic, headed by tourism entrepreneur Edmundo Aja. It is currently one of the chains with the largest presence in the country, with facilities in 4 different destinations: Santiago de los Caballeros, Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo and Juan Dolio.
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Hodelpa increases investment in Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata. –Hodelpa Group is currently the only Dominican company in the tourism sector that is investing in the development of important projects in the province of Puerto Plata.
According to data provided by the company, in the so-called "Bride of the Atlantic" it is developing a tourist residential complex in the emblematic Playa Dorada complex, located 10 minutes from the city's central park.
Hodelpa Hotels is the hotel group with the largest presence of Dominican capital, which is also preparing to launch a tourism project in the community of Las Galeras, Samaná, locally and internationally renowned for the quality of its beaches and its coconut tree landscapes.
In Playa Dorada, the Hodelpa Group is developing the Xanadu Resort & Residences tourist real estate project, with 220 apartments occupying 35 thousand square meters.
The real estate complex will be finished in the first four months of next year, but it is the main tourist real estate novelty in Puerto Plata.
For this reason, it has generated interest and at the beginning of November 90% of the units have already been sold to Dominicans and foreigners. The projected investment is US$36 million.
In the Playa Dorada complex, the Hodelpa Group also has the Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata hotel, the first to open under its "Emotions" brand, which appears on the list of the 10 most recognized establishments on the North Coast.
The establishment has served as an additional attraction for purchasers of the Xanadu Resort & Residences, because the owners of its apartments will have access and discounts at that establishment, which offers specialty bars and restaurants (Italian, Mexican, Dominican and seafood cuisine).
Playa Dorada also offers one of the best beaches in Puerto Plata, and the advantage of its proximity to all the attractions of the area and the provincial capital, as well as Sosúa and Cabarete, two tourist cities.
In the case of Cabarete, it is recognized as the mecca of wind water sports in the Caribbean.
In addition to this, the golf course of the complex has the signature of the famous designer, Mr. Robert Trent Jones.
Another point in favor of Xanadu Resort & Residences is the credibility projected by the Hodelpa Group, due to the presence of its tourism investments in Santiago, Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo and Juan Dolio.
Hodelpa's hotels total 1,600 rooms. In Puerto Plata there is the Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata (454 rooms); in Santiago the Hodelpa Gran Almirante (155 rooms), Hodelpa Centro Plaza (84 rooms) and Hodelpa Garden Court (135 rooms). Santo Domingo, the Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando (91 rooms), Hodelpa Caribe Colonial (52) and Novus Plaza Hodelpa (96 rooms); and in Juan Dolio Emotions by Hodelpa Juan Dolio (409 rooms); and Hodelpa Garden Suites (124 rooms).
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Hodelpa Hotels receives Servsafe certification
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. – Focused on continuing to be a benchmark in terms of quality and food safety, Hodelpa Hotels & Resorts conducted a Servsafe certification training for personnel involved in food handling at its hotels.
The initiative is part of the actions carried out to ensure the freshness and safety of the food served in its hotels.
The training, which took place on May 25 and 26 at the Hodelpa Garden Court, was attended by chefs, cooks, managers, kitchen supervisors and those in charge of the company's hygiene program, among others.
The training included topics on how to minimize the risk of foodborne illness and the causes that lead to it. As well as the key points of food safety.
In addition, how to establish systems for receiving, storing, preparing, cooking, holding, serving, cooling and reheating food safely and how to establish cleaning, sanitation and pest control programs.
Mr. Ángel Hernández, Vice President of Operations of Hodelpa Hotels, said that with this certification the hotel company strengthens its commitment to provide the highest level of quality and safety in its Food and Beverage services.
This food safety training program is certified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Servsafe also enjoys wide recognition in the United States and other countries internationally.
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Cristal Certificate - Safety and excellence
Puerto Plata. – Safety and excellence: Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata is awarded the Cristal Certificate.
🌟 Let's celebrate together! 🌟
We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the Cristal Certificate, demonstrating our commitment to excellence in safety and wellness at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata.
Thanks to a rigorous audit conducted by an external company, we have met international standards in hygiene, safety and health in key areas such as food, pools, water, rooms and preventive measures.
These achievements are the result of the hard work and dedication of our incredible team, who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
We thank all of our employees and collaborators for their valuable contribution to this important achievement!
We will continue to strive to provide unforgettable and safe experiences for our visitors while maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of our operations.
Join us in celebrating this success and stay tuned for our upcoming news!. 🌟✨
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We are committed to the development of tourism in Santiago
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. – The Minister of Tourism, David Collado, agreed with the business sector of Santiago de los Caballeros to invest more than 400 million pesos to continue promoting tourism in this province.
In a meeting headed by the organization Compromiso Santiago, and where the different economic sectors of the city in the tourist area, such as the airport, hotels, restaurants, commerce, clinics, travel agencies, among others, were represented, the neuralgic points that must continue to be attended in the Heart City to become one of the main tourist destinations of the country were presented.
Collado explained that the first investments will be made for the realization of the Santiago City Brand, which will be coordinated and executed by the private sector, and for the intervention and improvement of the area of the Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration, which is one of the main tourist attractions of the province.
"We are committed to the tourist development of Santiago de los Caballeros, that is why we took Santiago to the Anato Fair in Colombia and that is why we want to make the necessary investments hand in hand with the private sector of this province to be able to boost the brand of the city and that every day can increase the arrival of tourists to this area" expressed Collado in during the meeting.
The meeting was coordinated by the businessman Manuel Estrella, and was also attended by Ricardo Founder of Compromiso Santiago, Carlos Iglesias, from the Chamber of Commerce and Production of Santiago, Sandy Filpo, from the Association of Traders and Industrialists, Ramón Paulino, from the Santiago Tourism Cluster, Fernando Capellán, Augusto Reyes, Edmundo Aja, among other businessmen.
During the meeting, the necessary guidelines were also outlined to carry out a tourism strategy for Santiago de los Caballeros based on 4 fundamental pillars to be defined by the private sector.
Manuel Estrella, as host of the meeting, thanked Minister Collado's willingness to be able to work hand in hand with the private sector.
"It is an opportunity for our city, since we have a minister who is determined to support our tourism and development initiatives, so we must be the private sector to take advantage of the opportunity to promote our city", he told the attendees.
Ricardo Founder explained that as Compromiso Santiago, the plans agreed upon will be implemented in order to follow up on a monthly basis the plan to relaunch tourism in Santiago de los Caballeros.
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Hotel Hodelpa Caribe Colonial and CEMDOE announce strategic alliance
Santo Domingo. – With the presence of Dr. Gastón Gabina and Mr. Facundo Erreguerena, CEO and Commercial Director, among other senior executives of CEMDOE and Yuribell Chez, manager of the Hotel Hodelpa Caribe Colonial, the strategic alliance between the renowned hotel located in the heart of the colonial area of Santo Domingo and the CEMDOE Diabetes Obesity Medical Center, with more than 45 medical specialties and the first to obtain the prestigious Joint Commission International certification, announced the agreement that will greatly benefit their international patients.
Mrs. Aura Núñez, Director of National Sales for Hodelpa Hotels, indicated that those patients residing abroad who come for their executive check-ups at CEMDOE will be accommodated, free of charge, at the Hodelpa Caribe Colonial Hotel, thus merging CEMDOE's state-of-the-art medical attention with the Hodelpa chain's top-level hotel experience. Mrs. Yuribell Chez indicated that it is a great satisfaction for the Hodelpa chain to be part of an integral alliance that sets new standards in the health travel market to Santo Domingo.
The directors of the prestigious health center, for their part, stated that with this alliance they are continuing with their philosophy focused on hospital management that promotes innovation and changes in the healthcare offer, so that it becomes more and more complete.
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National Cleaner Production Award
SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS. – The Hodelpa Garden Court Hotel in Santiago de los Caballeros was awarded the prestigious National Cleaner Production Award in the Renewable Energy category!
The National Cleaner Production Award, organized by the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources, recognizes companies and institutions that promote environmentally friendly production processes.
This recognition is a testament to our chain's commitment to sustainability and innovation in the hotel industry. We are pleased to highlight the hard work of our team to implement practices that contribute to the protection of the environment, said Yliana Boitel, General Manager of the Hotel.
She added that they are grateful for this distinction to the Ministry of the Environment, as well as to all the members of the Hodelpa Garden Court team for their dedication, effort and commitment to the care of our planet. Without these values assumed by each of them, this award would not have been possible.
At Hodelpa Hotels we will continue to be committed to sustainability and we are confident that we can inspire other hotels and companies to follow our example for the good of Mother Earth: The great home of all and the only one we can leave to new generations, said the executive.
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"I Am the Brand" conference by Hodelpa is a resounding success
Santo Domingo, Rep. Dom. – Hodelpa triumphs with the "I Am the Brand" conference, an exclusive event for its corporate clients. Last Saturday, March 23, the Casa Real by Hodelpa Events and Convention Center hosted an event of great importance for the corporate clients of Hodelpa Hotels. The workshop on professional image, entitled "I Am the Brand" and led by the expert Eddy Gómez, was a great success, exceeding all previous expectations.
The presence of hotels such as Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando, Novus Plaza Hodelpa y Hodelpa Caribe Colonial in Santo Domingo, along with Hodelpa Garden Suites, Emotions Juan Dolio y Emotions Puerto Plata, as well as Hodelpa Gran Almirante and Hodelpa Garden Court in Santiago, is a true reflection of the unwavering commitment to provide memorable experiences to guests.
The conference was supported by leading brands in their sector, such as Coffee Experience, Oliver & Oliver and Señor Vino, who contributed to the success of this special event.
We received around 70 guests representing various companies, all of them loyal corporate clients of our partner hotels. Their enthusiastic and active participation enriched the experience and demonstrated once again the importance of strong relationships in the business world.
Meicy Díaz, Director of Sales and Distribution for Hodelpa Hotels & Resorts, noted: "We deeply value the trust placed in us by our distinguished clientele, and we pledge to continue to exceed their expectations with every interaction". He also expressed his gratitude: "We sincerely thank all attendees, sponsors and collaborators for their contribution to the success of this memorable day. Your continued support encourages us to continue innovating and offering the best at every opportunity".
Alexa Ramirez, sales and loyalty coordinator for Hodelpa Rewards said: "We are committed to continue offering exceptional added value to our distinguished corporate clientele. We are proud to have hosted this highly relevant event and to continue contributing to the success and satisfaction of our clients."
About Hodelpa:
With a track record of excellence and dedication in the Dominican hotel industry, Hodelpa stands out as one of the country's leading hotel chains. With a wide range of properties offering unique experiences and high quality services, Hodelpa is committed to exceeding its guests' expectations with every visit.
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FIASEET Congress Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo, D.R. - The prestigious Hodelpa hotel chain, with ten properties located in Juan Dolio, Santo Domingo, Santiago and Puerto Plata, hosted the 40th Annual Congress of the International Federation of Associations of Women Entrepreneurs and Executives in Tourism (FIASEET), held for the first time in the Dominican Republic.
The opening of the event took place at the emblematic Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando, where the participants were welcomed with a cocktail reception. Among the attendees were members of the Hodelpa corporate team, Dominican government officials and diplomatic representatives. During the reception, the businesswomen from the tourism sector were entertained in an atmosphere that celebrated collaboration and women's empowerment in the industry.
Jakaira Cid, president of the Association of Women Entrepreneurs and Executives in Tourism (AFEET) in the Dominican Republic, opened the event by emphasizing that the congress is a key platform for fostering innovation and leadership in tourism, underscoring the importance of strengthening the role of women in the sector globally. For her part, Rosanna Fustagño, president of FIASEET, highlighted the fundamental pillars of the federation: training, female empowerment, sustainable and sustainable tourism, and the fight against the sexual exploitation of minors in tourism.
Representing the Ministry of Tourism, Vice Minister Roberto Henriquez, on behalf of Minister David Collado, praised the contributions of women in the tourism industry, highlighting their perseverance and leadership in the growth of the sector.
Meyci Díaz, commercial director of Hodelpa, closed the evening by expressing her gratitude to FIASEET for trusting the hotel chain, which with its wide range of beach and urban hotels reflects the hospitality and quality of Dominican tourism.
The event concluded with an exquisite culinary tasting prepared by executive chef Mario Arias, who offered a fusion of Dominican and Mediterranean flavors, providing a unique experience that celebrated local gastronomy.
About the AFEET Congress
AFEET's XL Congress, held for the first time in the Dominican Republic, combines educational sessions with networking opportunities, as well as visits to key tourist destinations such as Santo Domingo, Santiago and Puerto Plata.
About FIASEET
The International Federation of Associations of Women Tourism Executives (FIASEET) is a network founded in 1980 that brings together women tourism entrepreneurs in Ibero-America. Its objective is to strengthen women's leadership in the sector through training, the creation of commercial links and the development of social, cultural and educational initiatives. With a total of 19 affiliated associations, FIASEET promotes responsible tourism and promotes the 2030 Agenda of the World Tourism Organization, contributing to the sustainability and security of global tourism.
Get to know FIASEET in detail through the website www.fiaseet.org
About Hodelpa Hotels
Hodelpa Hotels & Resorts is one of the leading hotel chains in the Dominican Republic, founded in 1992. With more than 1,600 rooms distributed in key destinations such as Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerto Plata and Juan Dolio, the chain offers a variety of urban and beach hotels. It operates under different brands, including “Emotions by Hodelpa” for all-inclusive resorts and “Hodelpa Grand” for luxury accommodations. Its properties cater to a diverse clientele, ranging from business travelers to leisure and adventure-seeking tourists.
Hodelpa is distinguished by its combination of modern comfort and Dominican hospitality, offering a wide range of services, from gourmet cuisine and spa treatments to meeting and event facilities. In addition, the chain focuses on social responsibility, participating in environmental and community initiatives.
For more information, visit the website www.Hodelpa.com
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Recognition for Leadership in Child Protection
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic - Hodelpa Hotels has been recognized by the prestigious organization The Code for its leadership and commitment to protecting children from sexual exploitation in travel and tourism. This award reaffirms the brand's core values of social responsibility, integrity and respect for human dignity in the Dominican Republic.
Hodelpa has implemented various proactive measures in its different hotels to guarantee the protection of children and adolescents. The company has committed to train its personnel in the detection and prevention of sexual exploitation, in addition to applying strict policies that prohibit any form of abuse in its facilities. These actions are part of its adherence to the principles of The Code, a set of guidelines adopted by tourism companies globally to safeguard minors.
Hodelpa's commitment goes beyond protection, actively participating in community programs that promote the integral development of young people in the communities where it operates. The company firmly believes that the protection of the most vulnerable is a shared responsibility and is proud to be a benchmark in the hotel industry in this area.
This award positions Hodelpa Hotels as models of social responsibility in the hotel sector, underscoring its leadership in the protection of children's rights.
Hodelpa Hotels is one of the leading hotel chains in the Dominican Republic, founded in 1992. With more than 1,600 rooms distributed in key destinations such as Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerto Plata and Juan Dolio, the chain offers a variety of urban and beach hotels. Its properties cater to a diverse clientele, ranging from business travelers to tourists in search of leisure and adventure.
Hodelpa is distinguished by its combination of modern comfort and Dominican hospitality, offering a wide range of services, from gourmet cuisine and spa treatments to meeting and event facilities. In addition, the chain focuses on social responsibility, participating in environmental and community initiatives.
For more information, visit the website www.Hodelpa.com
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Strategic Alliance Hodelpa Hotels and Avolta
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic - Hodelpa Hotels and Avolta announced a strategic collaboration aimed at offering their customers an enriched experience and exclusive benefits. The agreement was presented at a private event held at the prestigious Casa Real event hall and promises to mark a before and after in the services that both brands provide to their users.
Jessica Aja, Marketing Director of Hodelpa Hotels, and Delvair Amarilla, General Manager of Avolta, emphasized that this collaboration seeks to integrate the best of both brands. It combines the excellence and passion for hospitality that characterizes Hodelpa Hotels with the innovation and exclusivity that distinguishes Avolta. This agreement will not only strengthen the value proposition of both companies, but will also generate mutual benefits for their customer and employee communities.
Thanks to this strategic alliance between Hodelpa and Avolta, customers will be able to enjoy exclusive benefits designed to enhance their experience, such as significant discounts on reservations and advance purchases, access to personalized benefits through Club Avolta and Club Imperial, and exceptional services at both Hodelpa Group hotels and Avolta stores. In addition, the collaboration includes special promotions, visibility at key points, and unique experiences that strengthen the relationship between the two brands.
Ms. Jessica Aja expressed:
“We are delighted to establish this collaboration with Avolta, a brand that shares our values of excellence and service. This agreement will allow us to provide even more benefits and unique experiences to our guests and collaborators, while strengthening our commitment to innovation.”
For her part, Ms. Delvair Amarilla added:
“We are excited to announce this strategic partnership between Avolta/Dufry and Grupo Hodelpa. This agreement will not only strengthen our presence in the market, but will also significantly enhance our customers' experience. It is an important step towards our goal of innovation and service excellence.”
Both brands reaffirmed their commitment to excellence and personalization, ensuring memorable experiences for their customers at all touch points.
About Hodelpa:
Hodelpa Hotels is the Dominican hotel company with the most tourist destinations in the country. Founded in 1992, today it has more than 1,600 rooms distributed in key destinations such as Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerto Plata and Juan Dolio. The chain offers a variety of both urban and beach hotels and its properties cater to a diverse clientele, ranging from business travelers to tourists in search of leisure and adventure.
Hodelpa is distinguished by its combination of modern comfort with a passion for hospitality and Dominican charisma, offering a wide range of services, from gourmet cuisine and spa treatments to meeting and event facilities. In addition, the chain focuses on social responsibility, participating in environmental and community initiatives.
For more information, visit www.Hodelpa.com
About Avolta:
Avolta, the merging company of Dufry and Autogrill, transforms the travel experience with a comprehensive offering that combines retail, food and beverage. With a presence in more than 1,000 locations in 73 countries, it has established itself as the ideal destination for travelers in airports, highways, cruise ships and train stations.
With more than 150 years of experience, Avolta integrates technology and design to offer unique shopping, excellent service and cuisine that combines local and international options. In the Dominican Republic, it operates at key airports and cruise ship docks, connecting travelers with a modern and convenient experience.
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Hodelpa Hotels Introduces a New Governance Model
Santo Domingo. - Hodelpa Hotels, Hodelpa Hotels, the Dominican hotel group with the strongest presence in the country’s tourist destinations, is advancing into a new phase by appointing Ángel Hernández as CEO and Jessica Aja as Executive Vice President. This move is part of the company’s new corporate governance model, introduced as it celebrates 35 years of operations. The model includes a Board of Directors chaired by its founding partner, Edmundo Aja.
Ángel Hernández, the new Chief Executive Officer, brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having held leadership positions in prestigious hotel chains both nationally and internationally. Throughout his career, he has excelled in leading high-performance teams, establishing himself as a benchmark in operations management. His passion and dedication remain key drivers for achieving significant milestones within the company and meeting its strategic objectives.
For more information, visit www.Hodelpa.com
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Hodelpa Stands Out in Mercado Magazine’s “Most Admired Companies in the Dominican Republic 2024”
Santo Domingo. - Hodelpa Hotels has distinguished itself in the tourism sector for its outstanding presence in the categories of City Hotels and Beach/Resort Hotels in the recent special edition of Mercado magazine, entitled Most Admired Companies in the Dominican Republic 2024.
First, the Hodelpa Gran Almirante, located in Santiago, ranked third in the City Hotels category, with 8.8% of the votes, the only hotel outside the city of Santo Domingo to obtain this distinction. This achievement reflects the excellent quality and recognition the property has earned for its exceptional service and high operating standards in the northern region of the country.
In addition, in the category of Beach/Resort Hotels, Hodelpa ranked 11th, reaffirming its commitment to quality in all of its business segments within the hotel industry.
This recognition is the result of the Most Admired Companies in the Dominican Republic 2024 study, conducted by Read Investigación & Consultoría. The study included a total of 371 companies in 51 categories corresponding to various areas of business activity, such as health, commerce, tourism, finance, education and services. The companies were evaluated based on eight key pillars of admiration: innovation, social responsibility, economic strength, quality, training, technology, management capacity and service.
The research was conducted through telephone interviews with a sample of 5 companies.
For more information, visit www.Hodelpa.com
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Hodelpa Trains Its Associates in Providing Dignified Service to People with Disabilities
The main objective of this training is to provide employees with tools to ensure proper treatment of people with disabilities, fostering an environment of respect and equality in all areas of the hotel chain. The content of the training covers the historical evolution of disability, the use of appropriate terminology, recommendations for a dignified interaction and treatment, as well as a brief introduction to sign language. It also serves as a preamble to its sign language program.
“Exceptional service to all people is a core value at Hodelpa. We believe in the importance of preparing our team to provide an optimal and respectful experience for all our guests and visitors, regardless of their conditions,” said Yeine Durán, Sustainability Manager.
Through this initiative, Hodelpa Hotels reaffirms its commitment to the creation of more accessible and inclusive spaces, promoting a culture of respect and fairness that
For more information, visit www.Hodelpa.com
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