Oberoi Hotels & Resorts announces debut of the Oberoi Zahra, Luxury Nile Cruiser

Company News

New Delhi, June 06

Continuing the tradition of offering the highest standards of hospitality and experiences that are unique and memorable, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts will unveil The Oberoi Zahra, Luxury Nile Cruiser in October 2007.

This all-suite cruiser will offer the most spacious accommodation among boats on the Nile, with the 25 Luxury Suites spread over 30 square meters and the two Grand Suites over 50 square meters. The mutedly elegant interiors of the suites would be complemented by expansive views of the river framed by large windows in the suites and the en suite bathrooms. With separate living rooms, private terraces and Jacuzzis, the Grand Suites will redefine the paradigm of luxury on the Nile.

The Oberoi Zahra, Luxury Nile Cruiser will also be the only boat with four massage suites, each with an en suite steam and shower room, offering the opportunity of luxuriating in rejuvenating spa treatments. Additional facilities on the cruiser will include a theater, Library and Cigar Lounge, swimming pool and a gymnasium. The restaurant on board would offer an extensive selection of the finest international cuisine, with the Chef and his team priding themselves on offering a new gourmet menu every day and an extensive á la carte service.

With the debut of this luxury cruiser by Oberoi Hotels & Resorts guests would get the opportunity to discover five thousand years of Egyptian culture at a leisurely pace with a seven day itinerary, which includes private docking facilities in select cities allowing guests an almost exclusive viewing of the magnificent sites.

Reservations can be made by calling toll free on 1 800 11 2030 or calling 011 2389 0606. Email reservations can be made on reservations@eih-india.com, while reservations can be made online on www.oberoihotels.com.

For further details please contact:

Ketaki Narain

Director – Corporate Communications

The Oberoi Group

Telephone: 011 2389 0505

E-mail: ketaki.narain@eih-india.com

Sushmita Mani

Corporate Voice Weber Shandwick

Telephone: 011 40501238

E-mail: sushmita@corvoshandwick.co.in