An Incentives & Meetings International Special Edition


 


POLAND - 
A Great Destination
And Europes Fresh Face


About Poland

When Poland enters the European Union in May 2004, many will see it as a sign this eastern European country has finally emerged into its own. But having thrown off the yoke of Communism more than 14 years ago, Poland is already a sophisticated, modern country. It is only now that people are starting to realize it. Located near the geographical heart of Europe, Poland is still unspoiled and not discovered, and therefore new and Fresh to many. Indeed, from the vibrant, urbane capital city of Warsaw to the Teutonic castles lining the Wisla River that draw comparison to France s Loire, Poland offers a diversity of experience that only now is starting to be fully appreciated by the world at large.

As the capital city, Warsaw is the prime meeting place, Warsaw, a city of 1.6 million close to the center of the country, offers a slew of restaurants and attractions par with any European capital. By far the favorite part of the city for both locals and visitors alike is Old Town. Beyond its well-known 20th century history, Poland has a long and glorious past, including a time when it was the intellectual and economic powerhouse of Europe. Nowhere is that better represented than the city of Krakow in the south. Spared during WWII, Krakow has classical architecture and a distinctly European flavor.


 

Starwood Hotels & Resorts investing in Poland

Few people know that Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. of White Plains, NY is in fact the largest American investor in the hotel industry in Poland. The initial investment of over U.S. $80 million to build and operate Sheraton Warsaw Hotel & Towers has grown with the introduction of new and innovative products, further expansion in Poland, ongoing refurbishment, and community involvement.

In September this year Starwood officially opened The Westin Warsaw - a new, modern, 20-storey hotel ideally located in the heart of the central business district of Warsaw. The total investment is 79,5 million Euro. The Westin Warsaw Hotel offers 361 rooms, meeting facilities, a ballroom, a 150 square meters presidential suite with panoramic view onto the city of Warsaw, the restaurant Fusion, the JP s Bar and a fitness center.

After the Sheraton Warsaw Hotel & Towers, a luxury property opened in 1996, which has set new standards for the hospitality industry in Poland, the Westin Warsaw is another milestone for Starwood showing the commitment to this country and especially to this city. Warsaw is a destination with great potential, an important hub, bridge between West and East, North and South of Europe, capital of important country. Warsaw will remain a business destination but it should be also opened for other types of new business, especially conferences and congresses.

Krakow, a medieval city
located in the South of Poland is a perfect venue for incentive trips. The Sheraton Krakow is scheduled to open in May 2004. The new hotel is located in a very prominent location - on the edge of the old town center, in the Wawel Castle neighborhood, home to the former residence of the Polish monarchy.


 3 Starwood Hotels in Poland

Sheraton Warsaw Hotels & Towers



Warsaws
finest luxury property is the first hotel
on the historic Plac Trzech Krzyzy (Three Cross Square).
350 elegant rooms all with 5star amneties.
For Conferences and meetings at your disposal:
The Grand Ballroom, 11 breakout meeting rooms, elegant decoration and advanced design, a 4.3 meter/46 ft high unobstructed ceiling, soundproofing and divisibility.
http://www.sheraton.com/warsaw

Sheraton Warsaw Hotels & Towers


The Westin Warsaw

 

a new, modern, 20 storey 361 room hotel, 
ideally located in the heart of the central
business district of Warsaw.
Meeting rooms are on first and second floor
and vary in size from 28 - 500 sqm (301 - 5383 sft)
http://www.westin/warsaw

The Westin Warsaw



Sheraton Krakow Hotel


Sheraton Krakow Hotel opening in May 2004
Krakows
first 5 star international hotel offering 233 rooms,
is located near the bank of Vistula river, close to the historical area of Krakow and the business center.
Full banquet capabilities with over 450 sqm/4,843 sqft of conference facilities, state-of-the-art technology.
http://www.sheraton.com/krakow

Sheraton Krakow Hotel



 

SPECIAL WINTER MEETING PACKAGE
valid in the Sheraton Warsaw Hotels & Towers and The Westin Warsaw

 

 

from December 1st, 2003 until March 31st, 2004
minimum 10 participants 
Single Room Rate EUR 110.00 including breakfast, plus 7% VAT 
Delegate Price from EUR 39.00 per person, plus 22% VAT
including conference room, audiovisual equipment, 2 coffee breaks, lunch buffet or a 3 course menu, refreshment drinks provided in the conference room and a complete set of desktop materials.

 

                            

Contact: Ms. Izabela Sikora,
Director of Sales Poland
Email:
izabela.sikora@starwoodhotels.com
Web:
http://www.starwood.com