Emirates Palace

General Manager of Emirates Palace Recognized as one of World's Best Hoteliers

General Manager of the Emirates Palace Mr. Hanz Olbertz has been recognized as one of the world's finest hoteliers by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. ''The Board of Trustees has voted to award you the American Academy 's coveted Crystal Award, recognizing you as one of the finest hoteliers in the world, '' the New York-based Academy said. ''This is a singular honor which recognizes your excellence in every phase of the hospitality industry and it places you in the highest ranks of hoteliers internationally. We believe in you as you exemplify the highest standards in our industry,'' Mr. Joseph D. Cinque, President and CEO of the Academy said of Mr. Olbertz. The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences is the world's premiere organization for awarding excellence in travel, cuisine, luxury products and services. Each year, the Academy bestows its coveted International Star Diamond Award — a recognition that many strive for, but few achieve on superlative establishments that are deemed to be of pinnacle quality. Based in New York City, the Academy is governed by an international Board of Trustees. All members of the Board are respected leaders in the industry and are, themselves, sophisticated world travelers