The Radisson Hotels & Resorts have acheived global pressence in the competive hospitality industy. They are well-known for their unique marketing practices, training and franchise opportunities.
Radisson hotels are named after the famous French explorer, Pierre Esprit Radisson, who during the 17th century visited many parts of the Upper Midwest and Canada.
The Radisson Hotel chain is one of the largest in the country. This hotel company, operates, manages and franchises full-service hotels and resorts worldwide. Radisson is expanding into a fast growing global market under the leadership of executive vice president Bjorn Gullaksen, who has implemented a new business model and charted a new direction for the Radisson brand.
Radisson has achieved so much growth globally because of its executive training programs and franchising services. They have mastered a unique marketing plan and are known for customer service and great hospitality. Global presence and expansion into new markets is a key part of Radisson's legacy. They opened the first American-managed hotel in Moscow not too long ago and today have several locations throughout Eastern Europe. Radisson's recent entry into the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon in December 2002, expanded the brand's global presence to 61 countries.
With headquarters in Minneapolis, Minn., Radisson Hotels & Resorts is one of the lodging brands of Carlson Hotels Worldwide. Carlson Hotels Worldwide is part of Carlson Hospitality worldwide, which is one of the primary operating groups of Carlson Companies, Inc., one of America's biggest privately owned corporations.
Implementing a guest rewards program that rewards their guests for choosing Radisson has aided in their success. Radisson Gold Rewards offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem Gold Points® within an exclusive network of leading brands. Gold Points can be earned and redeemed by members for free night stays, airline miles, luxury cruises, merchandise, meals, and more. Radisson Gold Rewards is a partner of the Gold Points RewardsSM network which also includes many of Carlson's brands such as T.G.I. Friday's® family of restaurants, Park Inn® hotels, Radisson Seven Seas Cruises® and Country Inns & Suites By Carlson®, Park Plaza® hotels. Also, other major national partners include Thrifty Car Rental®, The Flower Club® and FTD.COM®.
Gold Points are earned at all Radisson hotels in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America. Residents of these countries can earn points at Radisson SAS and Radisson Edwardian hotels in Europe as well. Radisson Gold Rewards members earn 1,000 Gold Points per night, up to 10,000 points per stay.
Advancements in E-commerce and Radisson's awarding winning website offer them and edge when it comes to technological development. They offer timesaving services to their customers like, online reservations, search flexibility and hotel tours. Guests can search a specific location and make all of the arrangements online so they can take care of all of their reservations and travel accommodations from the comfort and convenience of their personal computer. They also feature amenities, special offers and hotel packages on their site.
The Radisson Company is always looking for new ways to make their company and business exceptional. Their number one focus is customer satisfaction and convenience. The vast enterprise is becoming a top leader in the global hospitality industry and is proud of their excellent reputation.
