CURRENT CLIENTS
NIZUC Resort & Spa, Mexico
Once a base for Mayan astronomers and then a presidential retreat for world leaders, NIZUC Resort & Spa is a 29-acre private beachfront escape on the secluded Punta Nizuc, within a paradise of protected mangroves and lush local foliage facing the white sands of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Fusing modern sensibility with Mayan ethos, NIZUC offers 274 suites and villas, as well as multiple pools, six world-class restaurants, and a 30,000 square foot ESPA spa. Guests wanting to get more active can collect a paddle board from one of NIZUC’s two beaches or explore the region’s natural wonders and archeological site. nizuc.com
The Strand Cruise, Myanmar
Launched in early 2016, the Strand Cruise is named after its sister property, the iconic Strand Hotel in Yangon, and transports just 50 passengers in 25 cabin suites along the mystical waterways of the Ayeyarwady River in Myanmar. Initially operating three- and four-night itineraries between Bagan and Mandalay, the cruise offers all the features passengers would expect from a Strand product, from flawless service and gourmet a la carte cuisine, to signature elements celebrating the golden age of the Strand as a meeting place for explorers and raconteurs. thestrandcruise.com
The Strand Yangon, Myanmar
Highly acclaimed as one of South East Asia’s leading luxury hotels, the iconic Strand Yangon has been a city landmark since Aviet and Tigran Sarkies, the hoteliers responsible for many of the finest colonial hotels in theregion, such as Raffles in Singapore. The 32-suite Strand Yangon remains one of South East Asia’s few grand colonial hotels and one of its most architecturally beautiful. The hotel reopened on 15th November 2016 following an extensive refurbishment project returning the award-winning heritage hotel to its former glory. hotelthestrand.com
The Sanchaya, Bintan, Indonesia
The Sanchaya is located on the Indonesian island of Bintan, less than an hour by ferry from Singapore. Inspired by the European Salons of the 19th century, the beachfront property cultivates highly refined service standards that pay homage to the attentiveness observed by artisans on a private estate. Its common areas, Dining Room, Library and Bar reference Southeast Asia’s rich history and culture blended with a vintage European refinement. The Sanchaya offers an award-winning collection of 13 lavish villas and 17 suites combining exceptionally comfortable interiors with the warmth and atmosphere like those of a luxurious private estate spread over 9.6 beachfront hectares. thesanchaya.com
Brazilian Luxury Travel Association
Brazilian Luxury Travel Association was created in 2008 by a group of entrepreneurs who saw the need to organize themselves institutionally to develop the luxury travel sector in Brazil. Operating in the domestic and international markets through institutional, commercial, and promotional activities within the membership or through partnerships, BLTA’s main objective is to promote and strengthen Brazil as a travel destination to the global luxury market. BLTA has 38 members, a group of exclusive Brazilian hotels, resorts, lodges, and tour operators aiming to promote authentic, sophisticated, and sustainable experiences in Brazil. blta.com.br
PAST CLIENTS
Castell Son Claret, Mallorca
A historic nineteenth century castle just outside the village of Calvía, Castell Son Claret has 38 elegant suites and rooms located in seven buildings. Surrounded by Arabian gardens and the fragrance of bergamot, grapefruit, orange, rose and jasmine, the rooms have an elegant and contemporary design, many notable for their terrace or gardens and others for their private pools. The hotel is home to Zaranda restaurant, which is the only two Michelin starred restaurant in the Balearic Islands. The hotel’s abundant gardens provide ingredients for home blended gins in the hotel’s bar, as well as personalized spa treatments using almond blossom, lavender and rosemary. Thrive Communications represents Castell Son Claret on a project basis. castellsonclaret.com
Inca Rail, Peru
Inca Rail first began operations on the narrow gauge railway line between Cusco and Machu Picchu in 2009. Inca Rail has investing approximately USD 12 million in upgrading its train fleet and services, meaning it now operates the most modern and up to date fleet in Peru, including a new train service, The 360 Machu Picchu Train, launched in March 2018, and The Private, Peru’s first luxury train carriage available for private hire for groups of up to eight. Inca Rail also operates The First Class and The Voyager between Cuzco and Machu Picchu. Thrive Communications worked with Inca Rail to launch their new 360 Machu Picchu Train and The Private. incarail.com
The Fontenay, Hamburg
The beautiful waterfront city of Hamburg gained a new architectural landmark in March 2018 with the debut of The Fontenay, the first five star hotel to open in the city for 19 years. An urban resort in the heart of the city, The Fontenay has a sculpture-like architecture containing 130 rooms and suites, starting at a minimum size of 43m2, all with floor to ceiling windows and balconies offering views of the lake. The hotel has two restaurants; one all-day dining and another gourmet offering cuisine from a Michelin-starred chef, Cornelius Speinle, who has worked previously at The Fat Duck. On the roof resides a full-service spa by La Mer, where the waters of a 20m horizon edge indoor/outdoor pool appear to merge with the sparkling water of the Alster below. Thrive Communications represented The Fontenay for a six-month campaign to support the opening of the hotel. thefontenay.de
Hotel G Yangon, Myanmar
Opened September 2017, Hotel G Yangon is an 85-room lifestyle hotel located at the heart of Yangon’s vibrant entertainment neighbourhood, with art galleries, shopping malls, Bogyoke Aung San market and the central railway station on its doorstep. Yangon’s first lifestyle hotel, Hotel G Yangon has all the intuitive technology, super-fast connectivity and understated style that savvy modern travellers crave, alongside creatively designed social spaces, a fully equipped fitness centre and a trendy chic bar and kitchen to relax, refuel and reconnect. Thrive Communications assisted with the opening of the hotel with a 12-month international campaign. hotelgyangon.com
SUMAQ Machu Picchu Hotel, Peru
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is spectacularly located on the banks of the Vilcanota River in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Peru’s premier cultural attraction, the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The newly renovated luxury property has 62 rooms and suites offering a guest experience infused with Inca influences and luxury amenities and services. Rather than seeing Machu Picchu on a long day trip from Cusco, Sumaq’s guests fully experience Machu Picchu and the local Andean culture with the hotel’s proximity and ease of access to the legendary archaeological site and an array of indigenous culinary, cultural and nature experiences. Thrive Communications implemented a six-month PR campaign during 2018. www.machupicchuhotels-sumaq.com
Amberlair
Amberlair is a boutique hotel brand taking a revolutionary ‘reverse’ approach to the way properties are built and conceptualized, giving the power back to their future guests, crowdsourcing ideas from them from day one in order to design the best hotel experience imaginable. Amberlair is seeking funds to acquire and develop a spectacular estate of farm houses and towers surrounding an historic villa built in 1902 in Puglia, Italy, which will be transformed into a 60-room boutique hotel resort opening in 2020. Thrive Communications consulted with the Amberlair team to promote it’s rewards based crowdfunding campaign in autumn 2017. amberlair.com
Belmond
Belmond Ltd. is a global collection of exceptional hotel and luxury travel adventures in some of the world’s most inspiring and enriching destinations. Formerly known as Orient-Express Hotels, the company was established almost 40 years ago with the acquisition of Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice, the Company owns and operates 44 unique and distinctive hotel, rail and river cruise experiences in many of the world’s most celebrated destinations. Thrive Communications provided corporate communications consultancy services to Belmond from January-June 2015. belmond.com
