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HERBS & SPICES RESTAURANT AT NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL AWARDED THAI SELECT CLASSIC CERTIFICATION - AUGUST 29TH, 2023
On August 29th, 2023, the Herbs & Spices Restaurant at Nairobi Serena Hotel was awarded the prestigious Thai SELECT Classic Certification. This accolade, presented by Mr. Natthapong Senanarong, Minister Consular (Commercial) of the Royal Thai Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, signifies a remarkable achievement in serving authentic Thai cuisine.
On August 29th, 2023, the Herbs & Spices Restaurant at Nairobi Serena Hotel was awarded the prestigious Thai SELECT Classic Certification. This accolade, presented by Mr. Natthapong Senanarong, Minister Consular (Commercial) of the Royal Thai Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, signifies a remarkable achievement in serving authentic Thai cuisine.
Chef Polsak Intara-O-Sot, the culinary maestro behind Herbs & Spices Restaurant and his dedicated team have painstakingly transformed their kitchen into a gastronomic delight of Thailand! Each dish served tells a story of their unwavering dedication to creating an authentic Thai journey for every guest visiting the restaurant. Now with the Thai SELECT Classic Certification, Herbs & Spices Restaurant continues to delight taste buds, standing as a beacon of Thai culinary excellence in the heart of Nairobi.
Lisha Mtoto Campaign at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Serena Hotels through Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge joined forces with World Vision for the Lisha Mtoto campaign, supporting mothers and infants in drought-affected communities.
Serena Hotels through Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge joined forces with World Vision for the Lisha Mtoto campaign, supporting mothers and infants in drought-affected communities. Together, we distributed supplements and donated clothes to those who needed it most.
Dec 2022
Serena Beach Hotel & Spa recognized for 'BEST SERVICE IN TOURISM & HOSPITALITY 2022' at the Mombasa Business Awards
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir hands over the ‘Best Service in Tourism & Hospitality Award’ to the Serena Beach Resort & Spa Team.
On 16th December 2022 during the Mombasa Business Awards Gala Dinner, Serena Beach Hotel & Spa was recognized for its outstanding Service for the fourth consecutive year and won the award for the ‘Best Service in Tourism and Hospitality’.
The Mombasa Business Awards held its 9th Annual Gala Dinner celebrating leaders who have demonstrated strategic direction for success and also recognized businesses that are making a difference in the business landscape of the county and the nation at large.
Serena Hotels is at the forefront of ensuring that local and international guests experience the best Kenyan hospitality in Mombasa and across the East African region.
About Tourism Promotion Services (TPS), Serena Hotels
Serena Hotels offers quality accommodation in a collection of 22 up-market hotels, safari lodges, camps, and resorts within 7 countries in the Eastern Africa region (Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Uganda, Rwanda, Mozambique, and DR Congo) and 11 properties in Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan). These properties are strategically located to offer exciting circuits for guests in some of the most exquisite and prime locations in Eastern Africa and Asia. With a focus on product, service standards, and guest satisfaction, Serena Hotels continues in its quest to be the hotel of choice for the discerning traveler providing guests with quality accommodation, conference, and holiday solutions.
Serena takes pride in the level of personal care and warmth of welcome that it extends to its guests. Each Serena property is designed to complement its environment while nurturing the landscape, culture, and community that surrounds it. The Serena Group leads the industry in East African eco-awareness and eco-policy implementation.
About Mombasa Business Awards
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry organizes an annual gala dinner in Mombasa County titled the Mombasa Business Awards. The objective of the Business Awards is to recognize the spirit of the people making a difference in the business landscape of our County and the Nation at large. Also, the award seeks to recognize leaders who clearly demonstrate strategic direction for success and the pursuit of a vision. The Business Awards are Mombasa County’s premier, cross-industry accolades for enterprise excellence. The Awards are an opportunity to celebrate businesses operating in Mombasa County, whether public, private, or sole proprietor regardless of size or industry.
Contact Information:
For more information, contact Serena Hotels at:
Tel: +254 (20) 284 2000, (020) 284 2244
Email: marketing.kenya@serenahotels.com | Website: www.serenahotels.com
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For press inquiries contact:
James Manyeki - Marketing and Communications Manager
Telephone: 0734699277 - Email: James.manyeki@serenahotels.com
During the 4th edition of the Global Best Practices Awards 2022, Mara Serena Safari Lodge received the ‘Country Best Practices Award 2022 Kenya’. The independent
international jury recognized the Lodge for its outstanding approach to professional textile care through eco-friendly, sustainable and energy efficient laundry services.
Milan, Italy:
During the 4th edition of the Global Best Practices Awards 2022, Mara Serena Safari Lodge received the ‘Country Best Practices Award 2022 Kenya’. The independent
international jury recognized the Lodge for its outstanding approach to professional textile care through eco-friendly, sustainable and energy efficient laundry services.
The appointed jury awards points to the nominees under the criteria of quality; sustainability; business model and service concept; and innovation. Those with the highest points become the winners of the Country Best Practice Award.
Mara Serena Safari Lodge, built in the 1970s within the Masai Mara Game Reserve is not only a ‘one-ofa-kind getaway’, but a leading-edge example of how clean, renewable energy independence can be successfully achieved through the installation of off-grid Solar PV systems, to minimise negative impact in a fragile environment.
SERENA HOTELS RANK THIRD AT THE 2022 SKAL INTERNATIONAL SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AWARDS IN CROATIA
On 14 October 2022, during the opening ceremony of the 81st Skål World Congress in Croatia, Serena Hotels was recognized for its participation in the 2022 Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards. Under the ‘Marine and Coastal’ category, Serena Beach Resort and Spa presented its contribution towards the endangered sea turtle conservation program. The award criteria covered carbon offsetting and climate change mitigation.
On 14 October 2022, during the opening ceremony of the 81st Skål World Congress in Croatia, Serena Hotels was recognized for its participation in the 2022 Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards. Under the ‘Marine and Coastal’ category, Serena Beach Resort and Spa presented its contribution towards the endangered sea turtle conservation program. The award criteria covered carbon offsetting and climate change mitigation.
The judges ranked Serena Beach Resort and Spa’s initiatives third out of ten international entries and commended The Serena Beach Resort and Spa for its support towards Sustainability, which is exemplary.
Serena Beach Resort & Spa’s Sea Turtle Conservation initiative has released over 62,868 turtle hatchlings into the ocean over the last 29 years. The Resort initiatives are used to promote the importance of environmental responsibility, marine conservation, and the impact of marine debris and plastic pollution. Serena Hotels Africa continues to innovatively engage in initiatives that promotes sustainable tourism through best practices on the social, environmental and economic development fronts.
