Taj GM predicts confident come back for tourism

RENOVATION: "The Taj Group has always had a long term perspective for Sri Lanka and this is further reinforced with the recently concluded renovation. We were one of the very first hotel chains to arrive here 25 years ago, and have weathered periods of upheaval and boom," said Taj Hotel's General Manager Saurabh Ratan.

The Taj Samudra has initiated a massive renovation project that is being carried out in four phases over the

 next three years. This renovation involves a substantial outlay of US $ 15 million, and the hotel has just seen the completion of it's first phase, which encompasses a complete revamping of the hotel's superior rooms and executive floor, the poolside - which will soon have alfresco dining - as well as the recent launch of the all day dining restaurant "Latitude".

Ratan affirms that the already completed Superior Rooms on the first three floors have been well received by the market whilst the plush and elegant rooms of the executive floor promise unequivocal luxury.

"The Executive rooms have evolved around the concept of "Addictive Convenience" which corporate business travellers look out for in selecting a hotel room" he explained. "The long chord hair drier, wide body shower head, lumbar supporting work desk chair, international plug sockets, lap top and cell phone chargers at bedside and wi-fi connectivity are some of the few features that make staying in these rooms so convenient".

The launch of Latitude, the hotel's swank, ultra modern all day dining restaurant is positioned to fill the void in the city's gourmet landscape. The menu offers a wide repertoire of International favourites, and a choice is offered between the buffet and the a la carte depending on the time of day.

"Today people look for an all day dining restaurant complete with mood and character, all of which Latitude pledges to offer. The attempt is to create a fine dining environ without the so typical fuss that some find a little daunting and intrusive".