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Leading Chains and Brands in the Hospitality Sector

ACCOR

With 145,000 associates in 140 countries, Accor is the European leader and one of the world's largest groups in travel, tourism and corporate services, with two major international activities: (1) Hotels: 3,500 hotels (400,000 rooms) in 90 countries, travel agencies, restaurants and casinos. Accor's hotel brands worldwide include: Sofitel; Novotel; Mercure; Ibis; Etap Hotel; Formule 1; Red Roof Inns; Motel 6; Suitehotel; Coralia; and Thalassa International. And (2) Services to corporate clients and public institutions: each day, 12 million people in 31 countries use a broad range of services (Food Vouchers, People's Care, Expenses Management, Social Services, Incentive/Events) engineered and managed by Accor

Accor Asia is the one of the largest and fastest growing international hotel management groups in the region. Our hotel network has grown from 68 hotels around Asia in 2000 to 96 hotels and over 21,900 rooms by the end of 2003. Accor hotels can now be found in 12 Asian countries - Cambodia, China and Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Japan and Vietnam.

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AFM Hospitality (Canada)

AFM is dedicated to being the best in hospitality services, nationwide. Wherever possible, the services we provide have been centralized, allowing the company to capitalize on economies of scale. All brands receive full training, quality assurance and franchise service support provided by a team of industry experts. The growth strategy for the company has been developed by a team of professionals, each with a specific area of expertise in the hospitality trade.

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Aman Resorts International

Amanresorts owns, manages and markets small luxury resorts worldwide. The company caters to an exclusive segment of the world travel markets, building and managing properties that respond to a unique niche in the resort business. Since 1988, when flagship resort, Amanpuri opened in Phuket, Thailand, Amanresorts has added hotels in Indonesia, the Philippines, France, North Africa, Mexico, the United States and French Polynesia.

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Design Hotels

Design Hotels Inc., headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, was founded in 1993 to market and represent design-oriented hotels worldwide. The goal of the founders and like-minded hoteliers – to provide modern travelers with an alternative to the optimized norm, bringing creativity, style and individuality into the experience – has remained unchanged during the company’s ten years of existence. Today, Design Hotels Inc. still regards design not as an elite movement or temporary trend, but rather as an advancing cultural element that enhances our lives.

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Domina Hotels & Resorts

Founded in 2000, Domina Hotels & Resorts has 39 operating hotels based in 14 different locations over 3 continents. The hotel chain, which already has 4.590 available rooms, intends to continue its worldwide expansion and reach 250 hotels by the end of 2015. Domina Hotels & Resorts is part of the group Domina Vacanze, owned by Ernesto Preatoni, which also controls six tour operators in Europe.

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Doubletree Hotels

Doubletree Hotels is positioned as a complementary brand to Hilton Hotels in the upscale to mid-scale hotel segment offering unique properties with individualized service. At Doubletree Hotel's 156 properties we encourage today's independent-minded travelers to break out of their "travel routine" and choose a hotel that gives them what they're missing - service, style and flexibility in a warm and casual setting.

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easyHotel (UK)

easyHotel will represent the easyGroup (UK) entry into the budget hotel sector and will be found in the centre of international cities. Customers will book their rooms at www.easyHotel.com with a credit card on the basis of the earlier you book, the less you pay and periods of high demand will cost more than less popular periods. For clarity, the working title of this project used to be easyDorm, but easyHotel was finally chosen as the name as both the sleeping and bathroom facilities are private. The word 'dorm' implied shared facilities.

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Econo Lodge

The Econo Lodge brand is among the best roadside names in its category, offering clean, affordable economy lodging. Established in 1969, it was the first economy lodging chain on the east coast. The brand also became the first in the hotel industry to introduce a housekeepers certification program as part of an initiative with Procter & Gamble and its Mr. Clean brand. The Econo Lodge brand joined Choice Hotels International in 1990 and today is the second-largest brand in the Choice system.

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Embassy Suites Hotels

A pioneer in the hospitality industry, Embassy Suites Hotels was the first brand to offer upscale all-suite hotels, featuring two-room suites with separate living and sleeping areas. The spacious, two-room suite, evening Manager's Reception, complimentary full cooked-to-order breakfast served in an inviting landscaped atrium, and unparalleled customer satisfaction are the cornerstone of the brand's success. Targeted to both leisure and business travelers, there are approximately 170 Embassy Suites Hotels properties conveniently located in 37 states and 4 countries.

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Exclusive Resorts

Exclusive Resorts is the leader in the new consumer segment of destination clubs. Exclusive Resorts offers its members unparalleled access to a portfolio of the finest luxury vacation residences in over 30 of the world’s most desirable destinations. With an average value of approximately $3 million, each residence combines the spaciousness and elegance of a private home with the services, amenities and conveniences of a luxury resort. Membership in Exclusive Resorts eliminates the burdens of owning a second home and the uncertainties of renting a villa. Members of Exclusive Resorts pay a one-time Membership Fee that is 80% refundable upon resignation and Annual Dues. Exclusive Resorts has received acclaim from prestigious media, including being recognized as the finest luxury residence club by Robb Report in its 16th Annual “Best of the Best” issue.

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ExecuStay

ExecuStay by Marriott provides fully furnished corporate housing to executives and travelers who need temporary accommodations for a month or longer. ExecuStay offers well-maintained properties in convenient locations, flexible lease terms and options, a consistently high level of service and competitive pricing. Each ExecuStay apartment is individually selected, attractively furnished and customized to satisfy each individual's needs.

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Fairfield Inn

Fairfield Inn by Marriott is a moderately priced hotel chain appealing to the business and leisure traveler. Fairfield Inn provides clean, convenient, quality accommodations and friendly hospitality at an affordable price. The system consists of over 400 inns nationwide. Fairfield Inn features complimentary continental breakfast served daily, free local calls, large, well-lit work desks and an outdoor pool (indoor at some locations).

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Fairmont Hotels

Fairmont Hotels have been America's Grand Hotels since 1907. At each of our hotels, there is a sense of arrival, theatre and tradition. Accommodations are elegant, amenities are thoughtful, and hospitality is gracious. Fairmont is the place to celebrate special occasions, to experience superior cuisine, to choose from a variety of exciting entertainers, or to simply bask in the comfort of our unforgettable suites. Fairmont is more than just a luxurious place to stay--it is a distinctly grand experience.

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First Hotels (Sweden)

Today's tough competitive environment sets higher and higher demands on the hotel market. First Hotels offers the most advanced hotel franchise concept in the Nordic countries. Our ambition is to optimise the hotel's earnings through a strong trademark, attractive concepts and products, and a well-functioning sales department. We also want to minimise the hotel's costs through preferential purchase agreements and efficient distribution channels. As a franchise owner in First Hotels you are part of a network of professional hotel operators, who stimulate the further development of operations. First Hotels currently includes some 60 hotels in Sweden, Norway and Denmark, and we intend to continue to expand with hotels of high quality.

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Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

With a history spanning four decades and a portfolio that now extends to six continents, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is the world's leading operator of luxury hotels, currently managing 51 properties in 22 countries. This year, the company has opened hotels in San Francisco, Dublin, Prague and Caracas, and continues to expand, with over 20 projects in development stages in choice locations around the world. Four Seasons has claimed first position on many prestigious lists; recent honors include top ranking in the J.D. Powers Guest Satisfaction Survey; AAA Five Diamond awards (receiving more than other any hotel company for the 20th consecutive year), and the Zagat Survey 2001 (ranked as "Top Hotel Chain in the U.S." and Top Hotel Chain" internationally.

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Global Hotel Alliance

Welcome to the new hotel partnership known as the Global Hotel Alliance. World travelers know how challenging navigating the world can be and how choosing the right hotel can be the difference between an average and sensational trip! The Global Hotel Alliance is all about giving you peace of mind that you have made the right accommodation choice. Four prominent hotel brands – Kempinski Hotels & Resorts, Pan Pacific Hotels & Resorts, Rydges Hotels & Resorts and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts – have created an Alliance with the promise to deliver great service, recognition and value across the world.

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Golden Tulip

Golden Tulip is one of the leading European franchisers of three and four star Hotels in Europe. At present, the Golden Tulip portfolio comprises some 30,000 rooms in approximately 300 hotels in 240 cities across 42 countries, with 240 hotels being located in Europe. The franchising operation markets two brands: Golden Tulip Hotels are Superior First Class hotels in business destinations and the better resort areas (four-star), whilst Tulip Inns are comfortable three-star establishments and Superior Tourist Class Hotels (three-star), also catering to the corporate and the leisure traveller. Each hotel maintains its individuality and local character.

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Habtoor Hospitality Group

The Al Habtoor Group owns and operates hotels throughout the Middle East through its subsidiary Habtoor Hospitality. Established more than 25 years ago the group is recognised as the most experienced Dubai-based international hotel company and is determined to retain this position. The company has developed three brands and each reflects a different market position: Habtoor Grand Hotels & Resorts are five-star plus properties, which reflect 'A Touch of Arabia'. The Metropolitan Palaces are five-star and promise 'An Oasis of Opulence', whilst the Metropolitans are first-class international hotels that offer a 'Smile of Arabia'.

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Hapimag

Hapimag is a leading international provider of holiday rights of residence. The Swiss company was founded in Baar in the canton of Zug in 1963 as a Swiss joint-stock company. Currently, well over 135,000 Hapimag partners have the right to enjoy their own Holiday World. With the purchase of Hapimag shares, Feridence Certificates, and Holiday-World Visas, joint financial owners receive the right to enjoy holiday resorts rent free in accordance with a points system. The only additional costs are those related to travel, the all in extras package, and an annual subscription charge which covers the yearly running costs. Place and time of the holiday may be freely chosen. Currently partners may choose from 5,500 apartments and hotel rooms in 60 resorts all located in the most beautiful areas and spread over 18 countries in Europe and overseas. Hapimag only invests in first-class locations thereby keeping its long-term vision in mind. The company employs over 1,500 personnel worldwide.

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Hard Rock Hotels

Hard Rock Hotels are four-star urban hotels/resorts and casinos in the most sought after tourist destinations. Each offers guests a sensorial entertainment experience that celebrates music, good food and contemporary design. Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos are boutique hotels that provide energetic and stylish guestrooms distinguished by contemporary interior designs that reflect a rock attitude. The resorts place a strong emphasis on the pool and pool bar, and are renowned for innovative cuisine and upscale dining. Hard Rock Resort Hotels feature live music regularly and are conveniently situated within close proximity to central shopping and entertainment districts. Hard Rock Cafe International, Inc. has licensed rights to three full-service hotels-Las Vegas, Bali, and Orlando. Future locations include such destinations as Pattaya (Thailand), New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, New Orleans, Cancun, Atlantic City, Biloxi and Waikiki.

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The ClubHouse®

The ClubHouse® franchising concept is one of the most unique in the lodging industry, developed by a hotel owner with over 35 years experience and a franchisee of some of the most widely-recognized lodging franchises in the nation. Our vision is the creation of a "franchisee-friendly" lodging system, eliminating the frustrations of dealing with many major franchises, while providing one of the most affordable, cost-effective lodging systems available in today's franchising marketplace. ClubHouse® franchisees are not required to pay excessive franchise fees or sign multiple year contracts, and are not subjected to unreasonable termination contracts or penalties. Our franchisees are not required to use franchise-approved vendors, attend expensive training schools, pay for conventions they do not attend, or implement franchise programs that are not cost effective.

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