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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company sets the gold standard in luxury hospitality worldwide. With an unshakeable credo and corporate philosophy of un-wavering commitment to service, both in our hotels and in our communities, The Ritz-Carlton has been recognized with numerous awards for being the gold standard of hospitality.

Raffles The Palm Dubai is the first ultra-luxury Raffles resort in the Middle East. Its privileged location boasts panoramic sea views and vistas of Dubai’s iconic skyline while offering a tranquil and private escape, just a short drive away from the city’s vibrant attractions. The resort offers 340 luxurious rooms, suites, and villas, each of them featuring a balcony and terrace showcasing unparalleled sea views. Not only will this new property offer unrivalled hospitality, it will also go beyond expectations by providing the legendary Raffles Butler service and offering eight new unique lifestyle food and beverage experiences. Spa with an iconic design, never before seen in Dubai, featuring 23 treatment rooms and two private spa suites, as well as the city’s largest indoor swimming pool.

The Standard is the most powerful brand in the lifestyle hotel business. Founded in 1999, The Standard's irreverent and playful sensibility, combined with a careful consideration of design, detail and service, have established its reputation as a pioneer of hospitality, travel, dining, nightlife, and beyond. Launched originally in Hollywood, The Standard has now opened properties in marquee locations across the globe including in New York, Miami, London, the Maldives, Hua Hin, Ibiza, Singapore, Melbourne and Bangkok. Standard hotels in Lisbon, Brussels, Vienna, Dublin, Brooklyn, Pattaya, Mexico, and Austin are under development. Standard International has expanded their portfolio with branded residences under development in Miami, Brickell, Lisbon, Phuket and Hua Hin. The goal of every Standard project—be it a city hotel, a seaside resort, or a rooftop bar—is to defy convention, up the aesthetic stakes, and deliver an experience that only The Standard can.