04 December 2016

Mussanah – Millennium Resort Mussanah unveiled plans to open Oman’s first Club Lookéa, a specialized hotel based brand that caters exclusively to Francophone vacationers, following a partnership agreement with French tour operators Look Voyages. Named the Lookéa Sultana, the club promises to serve as a gateway to the French-speaking world, offering thousands of visitors an award-winning experience at the resort. Set to open in December 2016, the new location’s inaugural season will last until April 2017.

Christoph Schleissing, General Manager of Millennium Resort Mussanah, said, “Our partnership with Look Voyage will significantly improve the tourism, hospitality, and leisure experiences of Francophone visitors by offering them the infrastructure and accessible services required to fulfill their needs. Lookéa Sultana, through its enhanced tourism information centers and promotions, opens new possibilities that promise to position the Sultanate as a hub for travelers from the French-speaking world. We are fully prepared to exceed their expectations and look forward to welcoming them with our unique blend of state-of-the-art facilities and authentic Omani hospitality.”

Cyril Cousin from Look Voyage, said, “Oman, with its magnificent natural environments and long history of hospitality has a wealth of attractions to capture the imagination of French tourists.  Given its award-winning service and leisure activities, we are confident that the Millennium Resort Mussanah will become a popular destination with visitors from the French-speaking world.”

Club Lookéa is a globally renowned brand with Lookéa Sultana being its 43rd branch and first in the Arabian Gulf. Each club features a unique environment that is 100% francophone, with facilities, services, and guides all available in the French language. Additionally, they offer a number of athletic programs, more than 30 all-inclusive activities, promotions, and family-friendly services to create the perfect holiday atmosphere for its guests.

Millennium Resort Mussanah has gained worldwide recognition for its exceptional rates of customer satisfaction and one-of-a-kind experiences that cater to guests of all ages. Reflecting the high quality of its world-class services, the resort received the prestigious award for best ‘Luxury Coastal Resort’ in the Middle East and North Africa during the 2016 World Luxury Hotel Awards.

Situated on the pristine Batinah coast, the Millennium Resort Mussanah has won acclaim for its excellent service and award winning hospitality. Its first-class facilities include two infinity pools, a 50-metre Olympic standard lap pool, and a family pool in addition to fully-equipped Fitness Club and specially designed Kidzone. A true home away from home, the resort specializes in pampering its guests with its Zayna Spa’s lavish menu of new and traditional treatments. Featuring the latest beauty innovations, guests are welcome to unwind with its facial and body therapies, high level massages, reflexology, and aromatherapy among many others.

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About Millennium Resort Mussanah

Developed by Omran, the leading tourism-related investment‚ development and Management Company in Oman, Millennium Resort Mussanah is operated and is part of Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Plc.   With 234 spacious, well-appointed rooms and suites, 74 fully furnished studios, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with kitchens, 3 restaurants, 5 swimming pools including a shaded family pool and Jacuzzi and a kids splash pool, 54 berth marina, outdoor Fitness Park with Fitness Track, 18-hole mini golf and 2 floodlit tennis courts, luxurious spa and wellness center plus a beach front location, the Millennium Resort Mussanah is the perfect getaway for families, couples, groups and sports enthusiasts.

About Millennium & Copthorne Hotels - Middle East & Africa

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels has established a strong and visible presence across the Middle East region where it now manages a growing number of hotels, resorts and serviced apartments catering to both the GCC and global markets.

From a single property in Abu Dhabi, the Group has expanded into various neighbouring destinations and is now recognised as one of the fastest growing regional hotel management companies in the Middle East & Africa.

The regional expansion extends to Dubai, Sharjah, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan and Iraq with the Group currently operating 17 hotels and expecting to open more than 10 properties within the next 18 months, including a new market entry into Saudi Arabia.

Each property in the region is unique, catering to the varying tastes and needs of the international business and leisure traveller but with a consistent promise to provide a first class service and a rewarding experience for guests. Millennium & Copthorne Hotels is committed to differentiating itself by embracing the true spirit of diverse traditions, with a sincere respect to historical heritage and local culture.

A number of properties have key strategic locations providing the opportunity to welcome all travellers alike, while leveraging on the popularity from existing tourist destinations, travel hubs and the international commerce centres within the region.  Every single hotel has an excellent range of dining and leisure facilities and provides guests with convenient access to tourist attractions and business venues. The Middle East hotels set the highest standards with a dedication to comfort, technology and often taking inspiration from the local environment, to ensure a memorable experience for guests.

Today the Group has a depth of resources and its reputation for proven growth clearly differentiates the regional operations. With the motto “You are the centre of our world”, Millennium & Copthorne is committed to a customer-centric philosophy and complete guest satisfaction.

About Millennium Hotels

The Millennium brands stands for outstanding service, with four and five star deluxe properties in popular locations around the world. Sought out by business and leisure travellers alike, each Millennium hotel boasts classic design with hints of influences from its local setting. In addition to accommodation, the properties offer high quality conference and banqueting facilities. Millennium hotels and resorts offer a dedicated concierge service and a range of popular restaurants.

For further information, please contact:

Kay Paensanit                                                                                       Shaza Taher                                   

Asst PR & Marketing Manager                                            TRACCS Public Relations

Millennium Resort Mussanah                                             Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

Tel: +968 268 71555 ext. 7595                                                          Tel: +968 24 649-099

Fax: +968 268 71695                                                                        Fax: +968 24 649-088

Email: kay.paensanit@millenniumhotels.com                   Email: shaza.taher@traccs.net

© Press Release 2016