Sun Group nets major haul of world tourism awards

Sun Group receiving World Luxury Hotels Awards 2019 (WLHA)

Sun Group proudly flew the flag for all of Vietnam at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia & Oceania and World Luxury Hotel Awards (WLHA), which were both held on October 12, 2019.

In total, the WTA Asia & Oceania and WLHA handed out 21 awards to six luxury hotels and resorts, two entertainment and resort complexes, and one transport infrastructure project (Van Don International Airport), all of which were developed by Sun Group as part of the developer’s strategic vision to raise Vietnam’s profile by creating world-class tourism products and delivering key infrastructures.

Accordingly, six hotels and resorts developed by Sun Group were honoured at both ceremonies across a range of categories: Hotel De La Coupole – MGallery in Sapa (Lao Cai), Mercure Danang French Village Bana Hills (Danang), Premier Village Danang Resort, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort (Danang), as well as and Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort and JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort (Phu Quoc) all landed prizes.

Hotel De La Coupole representative receiving World Travel Awards Asia (WTA)

Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery, a masterpiece of design from Bill Bensley, was named in many important categories: “Vietnam’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2019”, “Asia’s Leading Hotel 2019”, “Asia’s Leading New Hotel 2019”, and “Asia’s Leading Design Hotel 2019” by WTA Asia & Oceania; and “Global Luxury Architecture Design Hotel” by WLHA.

Located in the heavenly mountains of Sapa in North Vietnam, the glamorous Hotel de la Coupole resembles a luxurious European palace from the early 20th century. Offering a world-class experience through its evocative architecture, superlative cuisine, and outstanding services, the hotel has made a major contribution to promoting tourism in Sapa, Lao Cai in less than a year of operations.

JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay

Also designed by Bill Bensley, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay in Phu Quoc was honoured by WTA Asia & Oceania 2019 in the categories of “Asia’s Leading Luxury Resort and Spa” and “Vietnam’s Leading Resort”. In winning these two awards, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay will continue to make a major contribution to elevating tourism in southern Phu Quoc to a whole new level. The design narrative, which was developed around the concept of a mythical academy of learning, has already become a premier destination for elite travellers, who are also treated to immaculate services and breathtaking scenery on the southern coast of Phu Quoc Island.

Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort

As the latest project to be developed by Sun Group on Phu Quoc Island, Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort is also set in an unbelievable location, nestled on a lush peninsula with beaches and sea views on all sides. Guests here can enjoy a truly unique experience as they can watch the serene sunrise and stunning sunset from the exact same spot. Thanks to its wonderful location, outstanding design and services, the resort was named “Asia's Leading Villa Resort 2019” and “Vietnam’s Leading Villa Resort 2019” by WTA Asia & Oceania and “Asia Luxury Villa Resort” by WLHA.

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort

A perennial favourite at the WTA, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort (Danang) was honoured in six categories this year “Vietnam's Leading Luxury Resort 2019”, “Asia's Leading Luxury Resort 2019”, “Asia's Leading Green Resort 2019”, “Asia's Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2019”, “Asia's Leading Luxury Wedding Resort 2019”, and “Asia's Leading Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant 2019” for La Maison 1888, the resort’s signature restaurant.

Premier Village Danang Resort

Offering easy relaxation for families and friends alike, Premier Village Danang Resort (Danang) won at WLHA in the category “South East Asia Luxury Family Beach Resort” for the second consecutive year. This prestigious award recognises the resort as an excellent choice for a satisfying Danang vacation. Every one of its villas comes with a fully-equipped kitchen, private swimming pool, garden, spacious bedrooms and bathrooms to let guests immerse themselves in a world of leisure.

Mercure Danang French Village Bana Hills

Offering a taste of France on the top of Ba Na, Mercure Danang French Village Bana Hills has been honoured as the “Luxury Romantic Hotel” by WLHA 2018. With magnificent views of this "miniature Europe" from Nui Chua (God’s Mountain), Mercure Danang French Village Bana Hills never fails to create an emotional connection with its guests. Being recognised as the region’s leading “Asia Luxury Honeymoon Hotel” by WLHA 2019 is an acknowledgement of Mercure Danang French Village Bana Hills’ unique appeal.

Along with all of the awards for its hotels and resorts, two major tourism and entertainment complexes developed by Sun Group in Sapa and Danang – namely, Sun World Fansipan Legend and Sun World Ba Na Hills – have also been honoured as “Vietnam’s Leading Tourist Attraction 2019” and “Vietnam’s Leading Theme Park 2019”, respectively, by WTA Asia & Oceania.

WTA Asia & Oceania also named Van Don International Airport, developed by Sun Group in Quang Ninh province, with a hugely prestigious prize: “Asia’s Leading New Airport”. Receiving this award is an honour, not only for Sun Group and Quang Ninh province, but also for the Vietnamese aviation industry — it is the first time a Vietnamese airport has won an award at the WTA.

Commenting on a series of prestigious international awards for Sun Group’s landmark projects, Dang Minh Truong, chairman of Sun Group, said: “Winning these awards is an honour for Sun Group and recognises the tireless efforts of our organisation, which has always sought to transform the tourism industry in Vietnam by delivering uniquely designed, luxurious, and high-quality tourism products. I believe that this recognition from World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania and World Luxury Hotel Awards will help fly the flag for Vietnam throughout the region and on the world map. These achievements are also a strong motivation for Sun Group to continue on our mission to create more timeless landmarks that will contribute to the dynamic development of Vietnam’s tourism industry.”

Since its inception in Vietnam in 2007, Sun Group has gradually affirmed its leading position as a developer of world-class tourism products and service, infrastructure, and tourism real estate. The group has helped to raise the profile of Vietnam on the world’s tourism map. Winning 23 prestigious awards certainly recognises the outstanding quality of Sun Group’s projects and strategic vision. These awards are also a great honour and source of pride for the whole Vietnamese tourism industry as the country continues on its journey toward becoming one of the most attractive destinations in the region and the world.