Sanctuary Cap Cana now managed by Salamander Hotels & Resorts

The prestigious luxury brand of Salamander Hotels & Resorts has recently been selected to manage the luxurious and exclusive Sanctuary Cap Cana, formerly known as the Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana and previously owned by AMResorts under the Secret Resorts & Spas brand. The Sanctuary Cap Cana has now been added to the collection of Grand Resorts of Cap Cana's exclusive portfolio.

Salamander has been appointed as the new management company of the luxurious resort with the aim of it adding even more glamour and exclusivity to offer already lavish Dominican Republic holidays in Cap Cana.

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From 1st October, the Virginia-based hotelier has been managing the beautiful and sumptuous 176-oceanfront suite resort, already a winner of the Five Diamond Award. Added to Salamander's collection of luxury Dominican Republic hotels in Cap Cana, the Sanctuary Cap Cana will now be featured alongside its exclusive sister resorts Fishing Lodge and Ocean Club.

Salamander is currently in the process of transforming the former Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana from an all-inclusive, couples-only basis to a more traditional luxury holidays format with a la carte dining expected to be offered by 31st October. As part of the transition, the Sanctuary will be lifting the adults-only restriction to welcome families taking Dominican Republic holidays at the resort from 12th December, 2011, right on time for the busy Christmas season. In the meantime, the resort will continue to honour all existing all-inclusive bookings, including weddings and group reservations. All bookings made prior to the change in management will be fulfilled with new luxury packages that include full meal plans and a host of recreational activities.

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"We are delighted to unite our collection of resorts under Salamander's unique style of management, we will make this transition carefully, fully respecting our existing and future guests," CHI President Juan Pelayo confirmed, "The Sanctuary is a very special resort and provides the type of luxury experience which is rare to find."

And despite converting from an adults-only concept to a more permissive plan accepting families of all ages and sizes, in-keeping with the aim to please romantic couples and offer something special just for adults, thanks to its unique design, the resort will continue to offer adults-only experiences at "The Castle", an upscale section within the hotel with swim-out villas, its very own reception, bar and lounge, and a panoramic infinity edge swimming pool looking out to the Caribbean Sea.

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Becoming the latest property to join the new Grand Resorts at Cap Cana collection by Salamander Hotels & Resorts, the Sanctuary Cap Cana was developed at a whopping cost of $110 million dollars and designed to reflect warm Caribbean touches and elegant European influences. The fabulous resort offers the most exclusive experiences to be enjoyed during luxury holidays to the Dominican Republic and features an exquisite collection of stunning suites and villas with sweeping ocean views and swim-out access. Five restaurants and bars, five swimming pools, an indulgent spa complete the picture.

About the Author

Orlando Consuegra has worked on the Cuba holiday industry from its very begining, initially as a Tour Guide for Saga and Kuoni, he travelled the island helping thousands of holiday makers to make the most for their holiday in Cuba.

Praised by many as one of the best tour guides in Cuba, both for his impeccable knowledge and his very correct manners, Orlando got promoted to Guides Coordinator in the Cubanacan Travel Agency. During this period Orlando helped organise fam trips for European tour operators as part of the insertion of Cuba in the world's holiday industry.

Promoted again as General Supervisor of The Holiday Place in Cuba, Orlando helped build very strong relationships with all the hotels in Cuba while enforcing a very high level of service and attention to all company's clients.

Orlando writes a blog "Know Cuba holidays like Us" at The Cuba Experience website where he shares his deep knowledge in Cuba and its holiday industry.