Karisma Hotels & Resorts Receives Thirteen 2015 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards

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Karisma Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning luxury hotel collection which owns and manages properties in Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe, today announced that Azul Beach Hotel, Azul Fives Hotel, El Dorado Casitas Royale, Generations Riviera Maya, El Dorado Maroma and Allure Chocolat have received TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice Awards. Most notably, Azul Beach Hotel was named one of the top family hotels in the world and El Dorado Casitas Royale was recognized as a top hotel in Mexico. Based on reviews and opinions from travelers around the globe, these awards speak to the luxurious accommodations, customized service, and distinctive amenities that define each stay at a Karisma Hotels & Resorts property.

"Karisma Hotels & Resorts delivers the highest quality of experiences to guests, from one-of-a-kind service and unforgettable dining to innovative amenities and breath-taking locations," said Mandy Chomat, vice president of sales & marketing at Premier Worldwide Marketing, the exclusive representative of Karisma Hotels & Resorts. "Having properties within each of our uniquely distinct brands awarded a TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award, indicates that our continued commitment to excellence is recognized and appreciated by our valued guests."

The 13th annual awards showcase 8,151 winning properties worldwide, covering eight regions around the globe. Travelers' Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from TripAdvisor travelers worldwide. The hallmarks of Travelers' Choice winners are remarkable service, quality and value.

The Gourmet Inclusive® Experience, reflected at Karisma Hotels & Resorts' adults-only El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and family-friendly Azul Hotels & Villas and Generations Resorts, is carefully catered to guests that prefer quality over quantity. From the freshest and finest ingredients for an unrivaled culinary journey to ultimate relaxation with 24-hour room service and beach beds, Karisma Hotels & Resorts continuously raises the bar and sets the standard for the world's finest travel.

Ideal for families and couples, the intimate award-winning Azul Beach Hotel – named one of the world's top family resorts by TripAdvisor – fuses Mexican architecture with contemporary interiors, modern conveniences and spectacular Gourmet Inclusive® dining for an unparalleled family getaway experience. Azul Beach Hotel recently unveiled two new restaurants, a Grand Salon banquet room and Sky Wedding rooftop terrace, and new theater. The hotel also expanded and revamped a section of its suites and Azulitos Kid's Club.

Allure Chocolat by Karisma, a boutique city property located in the heart of Cartagena, Colombia, is also a winner of four TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice awards in the following categories: top South American hotels, top hotels for romance in South America, top Colombian hotels and top hotels for service in Colombia.

In addition to featuring an exceptional location and connection to the local culture, Allure Chocolat, as a part of Allure Hotels by Karisma, provides outstanding service and personalized touches including an Aromatherapy & Pillow Menu, complimentary Wi-Fi, iPod docking stations, as well as shoe shine, ironing, and nightly turn-down service upon request. Shaving cream, razors, toothbrushes, and combs are included amenities for travelers who may have left behind the essentials.

Allure Chocolat's signature restaurant, Red Knife, offers gourmet culinary delights using the freshest ingredients from local purveyors. The restaurant provides an impressive list of Chilean, Argentinian and Californian wines along with a unique selection of cocktails and specialty liquors. TripAdvisor featured Red Knife as one of the top restaurants in Cartagena, with a prestigious ranking of #21 of 381 restaurants.

"TripAdvisor's community of millions of travelers has helped us highlight some of the very best hotels from around the world," said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. "The Travelers' Choice list of thousands of award-winning properties is perfect to inspire travelers as they think about their 2015 travel plans. From opulent, luxury hotels to budget-friendly B&Bs, those looking for an accommodation can research, compare prices and book a Travelers' Choice property on TripAdvisor, or any other hotel that meets their travel needs."

Here is the complete list of Karisma Hotels & Resorts properties that received TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards in the following prestigious categories:

• Azul Beach Hotel – Top Family Hotels in the World; Top Family Hotels in Mexico
• Azul Fives Hotel – Top Family Hotels in Mexico
• El Dorado Casitas Royale – Top Hotels in Mexico; Top Luxury Hotels in Mexico; and Top Hotels for Romance in Mexico
• Generations Riviera Maya – Top Luxury Hotels in Mexico
• El Dorado Maroma – Top Hotels for Romance in Mexico
• Allure Chocolat - Top South American Hotels; Top Hotels for Romance in South America; Top Colombian Hotels; and Top Hotels for Service in Colombia

For more information about Karisma Hotels & Resorts, please visit: www.karismahotels.com.

About Karisma Hotels & Resorts:

Karisma Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning luxury hotel collection which owns and manages properties in Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe, comprises an impressive portfolio including El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels, Azul Hotels & Villas by Karisma, Generations Resorts by Karisma, Allure Hotels by Karisma and Karisma Hotels Adriatic. Properties have been honored with the industry's top accolades including Conde Nast Traveler's "Top 100 Hotels in the World," Conde Nast Traveler's "Top 30 Hotels in Cancun," TripAdvisor® Traveler's Choice "Best Hotels for Romance," and AAA's "Four Diamond Award." Karisma has received worldwide recognition for its creative approach to hospitality management and product innovations. For reservations and a full list of Karisma properties, please visit www.karismahotels.com.

About TripAdvisor

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*Source: comScore Media Metrix for TripAdvisor Sites, worldwide, August 2014

**Source: Google Analytics, average monthly unique users, Q3 2014; does not include traffic to daodao.com