In the first half of 2008, WORLDHOTELS added 28 new properties to its portfolio of almost 500 unique hotels around the globe. The new additions to the group include 13 hotels in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), four in the Americas and 11 in Asia-Pacific. To be part of WORLDHOTELS� portfolio, the hotels must meet the group�s high quality standards and fit the strategic objectives of WORLDHOTELS.

WORLDHOTELS� expansion of its Asia-portfolio continues with eleven new luxury hotels. The recently renovated Sultan Hotel in the Indonesian capital Jakarta boasts impressive traditional Javanese architecture and hospitality. The hotel, set in luscious gardens, has almost 700 exclusive rooms and offers numerous sports and recreational facilities. Another addition of note is the exotic resort Villa Lawana in Koh Samui, Thailand. Situated amidst beautiful grounds with lush gardens, 60 pools and tropical beaches, the resort features 122 luxurious villas and suites, as well as an oriental spa, La Malila.

Among the new hotels of the Deluxe Collection in Europe is the chic Buddha-Bar Hotel Prague, which will open at the end of 2008 and be the first luxury hotel of the Buddha-Bar Hotels & Resorts group. Located centrally in the fashionable old town square of the Czech capital, it will feature 36 deluxe rooms and three exceptional suites in a modern design combining Asian and colonial French influences. Further Buddha-Bar hotels will follow in some of the world�s most popular tourist destinations, including Dubai, Paris, Panama, Budapest and the Dominican Republic.

Among the four new WORLDHOTELS properties in the Americas is Club 36 in Las Vegas, USA. The Art Deco style hotel Club 36 is only a short walk from the famous Las Vegas Strip and is a perfect hideaway from the vibrant casino atmosphere.

Roland Jegge, VP Asia/Pacific of WORLDHOTELS, commented: �We are currently focusing on WORLDHOTELS� expansion within the MICE and premium market segments. We are also striving towards further growth for our global portfolio until year end. This will include introducing new hotels in destinations not yet covered by WORLDHOTELS.�

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About WORLDHOTELS: � WORLDHOTELS is the longest established Europe based global hotel group for independent hotels and regional hotel brands. � The company\'s strong emphasis is on properties with character and distinction. It has almost 500 affiliate properties in more than 300 destinations and 70 countries worldwide. � Under the banner �Unique Hotels for Unique People�, WORLDHOTELS offers business and leisure travellers a wide choice of individualistic accommodation options in three distinct collections � Deluxe, First Class and Comfort. � WORLDHOTELS\' guests benefit from an extensive portfolio of partnerships, including frequent flyer programs from 18 of the world\'s leading international airlines, including Air France / KLM, United Airlines and Lufthansa. � To its affiliate hotels, WORLDHOTELS provides a wide range of sales, marketing, distribution and related services.

ASIA PACIFIC Reservation Numbers:

Australia Toll free: 1-800-55 35 49 For groups: 61-2-9006 1088 China (North) Toll free: 10-800-650-8221 For groups: 10-800-6 50 00 87 China (South) Toll free: 10-800-2 65 82 21 For groups: 10-800-2 65 00 87 Hong Kong Toll free: 800-96 85 63 For groups: 800-90 85 95 India Toll free: 000-800-6 50 11 60 For groups: 65- 62 27 55 35 Indonesia Toll free: 001-803-65 73 25 Japan Toll free: 0120-55 75 37 For groups: +81 3 6721 8141 Malaysia Toll free: 1-800-80 11 84 For groups: 1-800-80 15 86 New Zealand Toll free: 0-800-44 75 55 For groups: 61-2-9006 1088 Philippines Toll free: 1-800-16 51 01 67 Singapore Toll free: 1-800-2 27 66 26 For groups: 65- 62 27 55 35 South Korea Toll free: 080-747-10 00 For groups: 82-2-756 90 00 Taiwan Toll free: 00801-65 10 95 For Groups: 00801 651 423 Thailand Toll free: 001-800-65 66 04

For further information visit worldhotels.com.

Issued on behalf of WORLDHOTELS by Grebstad Hicks Communications.

For further information, please contact: Grebstad Hicks Communications Ms Luci Pickett or Ms Carol Kong Tel: 852 2810 0532 E-mail: luci.pickett@ghcasia.com or carol.kong@ghcasia.com WORLDHOTELS Mr Roland Jegge Tel: 65 6227 5535 E-mail: rjegge@worldhotels.com