American Academy of Hospitality Sciences chooses Bucuti as Aruba’s first recipient of international designation recognizing the world’s finest properties.
EAGLE BEACH, Aruba – September 15, 2010 – Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts, Aruba’s premier resort for couples, is proud to announce that it is a recipient of the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences’ coveted Five Star Diamond Award for 2011. The prestigious award is reserved for the world’s finest luxury establishments deemed to be of pinnacle quality by an international nominating committee of discerning travelers and academy trustees.
As a recipient of this highly esteemed honor, the award-winning, owner-managed resort is included in a select group of the world’s finest hospitality properties such as the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Plaza Athenee and the Peninsula Hong Kong, and is part of a global peerage of leading hospitality luminaries including the culinary stars Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Daniel Boulud, Alain Ducasse and Eric Ripert, to name just a few.
"We are deeply honored to be recognized among such an elite group of establishments," said Bucuti’s President and CEO Ewald Biemans. “The Five Star Diamond Award is a tribute to the dedication and professionalism that our associates exhibit day in and day out. A resort can only achieve this level of recognition by having a top-notch team committed to providing an outstanding experience for each and every guest.”
About Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts: Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts is Aruba’s premier boutique resort for couples. The award winning, owner managed resort caters to adults only and has been named one of the world’s most romantic resorts by TripAdvisor. Located on the white-powder sands of Eagle Beach, designated as one of the “Dream Beaches of the World,” Bucuti offers 104 guestrooms, suites and penthouse suites; a freshwater infinity pool; and the Intermezzo Spa, among other amenities.
The resort, which is certified Green Globe 21, ISO 14001-2008 and ISO 9001, is a leader in sustainable tourism throughout the world and has been recognized by notable organizations such as the Caribbean Hotel Association, American Express and the International Hotel and Restaurant Association for its environmentally responsible hotel operations. Bucuti is actively involved in a variety of environmental initiatives on the island including monthly resort-sponsored beach clean-ups, the Turtugaruba sea turtle protection group and Donkey Sanctuary Aruba. The resort is also TAG Approved®. For more information, visit www.bucuti.com, become a fan on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @Bucuti.
About the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences: The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences is the world's premiere organization for awarding excellence in travel, cuisine, luxury products and services. Each year, the Academy bestows its coveted International Star Diamond Award — a recognition that many strive for but few achieve — on superlative establishments that are deemed to be of pinnacle quality. For more information, visit stardiamondaward.com.
