June 11, 2007 Soufrière, Saint Lucia, West Indies – The Automobile Association of America has named Ladera a AAA-approved property and has awarded the hotel a prestigious Four Diamond rating. Ladera is one of only three Saint Lucian hotels to achieve this high standing, the highest rating of any hotel on the island. Moreover, just three percent of the nearly 60,000 AAA Approved and Diamond rated properties carry the Four Diamond designation.
Four Diamond properties are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail. AAA’s Diamond Ratings system is the only system that uses professionally trained evaluators to inspect each property, rather than relying solely on feedback from previous guests.
"Ladera's goal has always been to provide guests with first-class accommodations and an outstanding travel experience," says Robert Stewart, General Manager. "This honor indicates that we have been successful in meeting our goal. As always, we extend our gratitude to our remarkable Saint Lucian staff whose continuous dedication to providing exceptional service and making guests feel welcome has undoubtedly contributed to much of our success."
About Ladera
Ladera is an eco-lodge style property with six villas and 21 suites, each modeled on luxurious tree house living and located at an altitude of 1,100 feet above sea level feet and surrounded by the lush Saint Lucian rainforeSaint Since November 2006, Ladera was named the "Best of the Best" Hotel in the world by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and the #2 hotel in the Caribbean by Travel +Leisure. The guest rooms were intentionally designed with just three walls, affording spectacular, unobstructed views, while remaining sheltered, safe, and completely private. For more information, visit www.ladera.com.
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For reservations guests may call Ladera toll free at 800-738-4752 or send an email to . More information on the resort and other special packages is also available on the website at www.ladera.com.