Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts, Malta Earn 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Both the Radisson Blu Resorts in St.Julian's and Golden Sands have yet again received the TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. The accolade, which honours hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify for a Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor, and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.

Island Hotels Group CEO Winston J Zahra stated, "Our whole team makes every effort to ensure that guests receive a genuine & unforgettable experience within the properties. The TripAdvisor certificates of excellence are an affirmation to our team, confirming that the efforts made are creating the right image for our properties and the Island".

"TripAdvisor is delighted to celebrate the success of businesses around the globe, from Sydney to Chicago, Sao Paulo to Rome, which are consistently offering TripAdvisor  travelers a great customer experience," said Alison Copus, Vice President of Marketing for TripAdvisor for Business. "The Certificate of Excellence award provides top performing establishments around the world the recognition they deserve, based on feedback from those who matter most - their customers."