The Palmyra Resort & Spa at Rose Hall proudly announces that it received the four-star Bentley International Property Award for the Best Caribbean Development 2005.
(MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA) - December 1, 2005 - The Palmyra Resort & Spa at Rose Hall proudly announces that it received the four-star Bentley International Property Award for the Best Caribbean Development 2005 at the awards gala held on November 4, 2005, at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel. The Palmyra was recognized for its choice location on the exotic northern coast of Jamaica, its architectural and interior design mastery regarding appearance and finish, the stringent safety requirements and innovative developments regarding weather, and creative communication, public relations and marketing concepts. Now entering its 11th year, the Bentley International Property Awards aims to distinguish the highest levels of achievement in a range of residential property-related fields.
"We are honored to be recognized by the Bentley Awards team, especially this early in The Palmyra's development," said Robert T. Trotta, developer of The Palmyra. "The Palmyra aims to provide the ultimate luxury beachfront experience by providing personalized service and exquisite amenities in conjunction with a glimpse into the real Jamaican lifestyle. This award is a true testament to the type of resort The Palmyra will become."
The Bentley International Property Awards is an annual contest open to all international companies working in the residential property industry. The awards cover a wide range of activities and services connected to the property business including development, interior design, architecture, property advertising, marketing and estate agency services, which are divided into seven main categories: Best Development, Best Realtor/Estate Agent, Best House, Best Apartment, Best Waterside House, Best Waterside Development and Special Categories. The panel of judges for 2005 was chaired by Eric Pickles, British member of Parliament; Helen Shield, editor-in-chief of International Homes; Jill Keene, editor of International Homes; and other distinguished experts.
"The fact that The Palmyra earned one of these coveted awards is sure proof that Jamaica can not only compete, but also triumph within the highly competitive international property arena," said Helen Shield, editor-in-chief of International Homes magazine and a member of the judging panel. "The Palmyra is an attractive project with a superb seafront location, featuring well-designed buildings surrounded by attractive gardens."
These awards recognize only the best in the property industry with two levels of award winners and a minimum level of points needed. Companies are eligible for a five-star award if it has scored higher than a 75 percent of the total score, a designation typically awarded to developments that are built and occupied. Four-star awards are presented to the highest scoring companies below 75 and above 60 percent.
Located next to the Ritz-Carlton(r) on 16 acres of pristine waterfront land in Montego Bay, The Palmyra, the first luxury beachfront condo hotel in Jamaica, offers world-class amenities including preferred access to three internationally-acclaimed golf courses and a five-star ESPA, designed by award-winning, internationally-recognized spa designer Susan Harmsworth. Brought to life by Michele Rollins, chairperson of Rose Hall Developments, Ltd. and Robert T. Trotta of the Europe-based Resort Properties Group, The Palmyra's groundbreaking marks the first development of its kind in Jamaica with world-class amenities and unparalleled indulgence in a tropical village setting.
The unique architectural design of The Palmyra follows the grand tradition of Georgian-style British Colonial architecture, exemplified by the nearby Rose Hall Great House, to ensure the seamless blend of the community with the local culture. The land site for the property has been carefully engineered with the consideration of weather issues that can occur in a tropical ocean front climate. The Palmyra's residences will have built-in smart outlets, which allow for a home media network, which incorporates PC, video, music, TV and wireless Internet. In addition to its exquisite amenities, The Palmyra has enlisted an exceptional team of communications and marketing experts to assist in reaching its target audience.
