A Great First Quarter for Paradisus Palma Real

Within Four Months of its Opening, the newest Paradisus Resort exceeds expectations

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. October 14, 2008

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, April 7, 2006. Sol Meli'a Hotels and Resorts, one of the world's most successful hotel companies, announces the unprecedented success of its fourth five-star, luxury all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean, Paradisus Palma Real, located on the famous Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana, recognized as one the fastest-growing destinations in the Dominican Republic (DR) and easily accessible with direct service from major cities around the world.

Situated on the DR's easternmost tip along 21 miles of white-sand beaches and amid soaring coconut palms, the $120 million resort held its soft opening on December 23, 2005 and has exceeded the company's expectations during first quarter 2006. Paradisus Palma Real has also generated 650 jobs.

"Paradisus Palma Real's advance bookings have been strong, making the resort a true success story for Sol Meli'a, which now has four properties in the DR", stated Andre Gerondeau, Executive Vice-President, North and Central America Division, Sol Meli'a Hotels & Resorts. "The success of this property, and our company's willingness to continue to invest in the DR, demonstrates the growth potential for the destination thanks in part to the island's unmatched natural beauty and resources, infrastructure, and the eagerness of its people to serve the tourism industry."

Bernard Wyss, Managing Director of Paradisus Palma Real stated, "We attribute the resort's immediate success to the strength of the brand and the property's attractive location. Our goal is to ensure that Paradisus Palma Real becomes the leading luxury resort in the Caribbean."

Catering to group and leisure guests, Paradisus Palma Real is the chosen host site for such major events as the 2006 Dominican Travel Exchange (DATE), as well as the Paradisus Palma Real Celebrity Sports Invitational, scheduled to be held in May with a number of U.S. celebrities participating in an array of outdoor sporting events.

Luxury and Personalized Service for Adults and Families Alike

Paradisus Palma Real Resort offers the brand's signature, luxury all-inclusive experience to guests, promising a superlative, real-life fantasy vacation with its all-suite accommodations, gourmet dining choices, full range of complimentary amenities, and Royal Service with personal butlers and private beach and pool areas.

Each of Paradisus Palma Real Resort's 554 oversized luxury suites are equipped with elegant mahogany furniture, Jacuzzi for two, spacious bathroom with European spa jet shower, plasma television, CD player, daily stocked mini bar and a private terrace.

For adults only, the resort boasts 102 Royal Service suites and two Presidential Suites, some with breathtaking ocean views. Royal Service guests enjoy exclusive check-in and check-out, indulgent butlers who cater to every whim, pillow menu selections, restricted beach and pool areas with Bali-beds, private Royal Service lounge, and preferential reservations for specialty restaurants, spa, activities and excursions.

The newest Paradisus Palma Real Resort's Family Concierge program offers specially-appointed Family Concierge suites; personalized concierge service to help coordinate family activities and fulfill every need via a walkie talkie system; and a private check-in lounge. The program also offers children's welcome amenity, including kid's beach bag with sunscreen, baseball cap, and t-shirt; PlayStation in-room (optional); in-room children's amenity kits, including child-sized bathrobe and slippers; and milk, and cookies turndown service.

Dining, Spa and First-Class Amenities - a Luxury All-Inclusive At Its Best:

Dining choices at the Paradisus Palma Real are plentiful with seven restaurants, including Bana, an a la carte Asian bistro offering Tepanyaki, Sushi Bar and Asian Fusion cuisine; Passion, an "adults only" a la carte international fine dining venue; Vento, featuring a la carte Mediterranean cuisine; the Market Grill, offering fresh salads, grilled steaks, and chicken, as well as a light and healthy menu; Naos, an international buffet; Agave, a Mexican-style buffet; and Gabi Beach, an a la carte beach lounge, exclusively for guests staying in Royal Service and Family Concierge suites. Each restaurant takes guests on a culinary adventure that is unmatched in variety and selection.

Guests are invited to indulge in exotic delicacies, ethnic specialties and traditional delights created by the resort's international chefs and the unlimited premium brand drinks offered throughout the resort's eight bars.

To relax and nourish body, mind and spirit, the resort's signature Spa Paradisus is a two-story, 8,611 square foot, Zen-like respite inspired by nature's basic elements - water, air, earth, and fire. Spa Paradisus offers the latest relaxation and rejuvenation services and treatments that combine lifestyle philosophies, therapeutic massages, botanical wraps and soaks, and a pool-front Water Ritual Centre with modern hydrotherapies. The spa's fitness center offers Pilates, Tai-Chi, Yoga, aerobics, spinning classes and a jogging track.

Rounding out Paradisus Palma Real's guest offerings are sophisticated life-enriching activities such as cooking, wine tasting, tango lessons, kite surfing and photography classes; non-motorized water sports; scuba diving; snorkeling; horseback riding; four tennis courts; three swimming pools - including the largest in the Caribbean at 37,600 square feet; 24-hour room service; Kidz Club program; and evenings filled with live entertainment, casino action and a lobby piano bar.

Meetings/Special Events

For an unparalleled and memorable group experience, Paradisus Palma Real is an ideal venue for weddings, as well as business conferences, offering more than 12,447 square-feet of flexible meeting space; six breakout rooms, and a 12,876 square-foot multi-use room for special events. The resort also offers exclusive golf privileges with unlimited greens fees at the 27-hole, championship Cocotal Golf & Country Club.

With a focus on creating a luxurious and personalized vacation experience that brings a guest's real-life vacation desires to life in a beautiful and captivating setting, the Paradisus Palma Real promises to be the most sought-after resort in the Caribbean. Paradisus Palma Real is the fifth Paradisus-branded resort by Sol Meli'a. The first Paradisus resort was the Paradisus Punta Cana, which opened in 1996, followed by the Paradisus Playa Conchal in Costa Rica, Paradisus Riviera Cancun and Paradisus Puerto Rico.

The Paradisus Palma Real is owned and managed by Sol Meli'a Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's most successful hotel companies, managing six distinctive brands - Meli'a, Tryp, Sol, Paradisus Resorts, Hard Rock Hotels and Sol Meli'a Vacation Club - totaling more than 330 hotels in 30 countries. Individual reservations can be made through a travel consultant or by calling toll-free: 1-800-33MELIA. Group reservations can be made through a professional meeting and incentive planner or through Sol Meli'a's group desk (MSM) by calling 1-888-33-MELIA or via email: [email protected]. Hotel information can also be obtained by accessing www.solmelia.com.