Holidaymakers in Malaysia who have been waiting to travel again will be delighted as Club Med, the pioneer of premium all-inclusive holidays, announces that its Club Med Cherating resort will re-open on 28 July 2020. Club Med’s first resort in Asia will resume operations with the launch of its ‘Safe Together’ guest assurance program developed with Ecolab, a global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services.
Under the Safe Together program, a series of heightened safety and hygiene protocols aligned with guidelines from global and local health authorities will be implemented at all resorts, reassuring guests of clean and safe environments allowing them to visit with confidence.
Safe Together: Safety and Hygiene Measures in a New Normal.
The Safe Together program’s enhanced hygiene measures will be communicated throughout the resort; from arrival and reception, public areas and rooms, dining and resort activities, to kids facilities, entertainment, and staff operations. Resort guests can enjoy their holiday with ease as all activities and facilities have been adapted to suit the current climate while still adhering to safety standards such as: frequent sanitisation using Ecolab’s disinfecting agents and procedures; social distancing; and precautionary practices such as filling up of health declaration forms and temperature checks.
Guests will still be able to experience Club Med’s convivial all-inclusive offerings and must-try experiences from tailored services to the little touches that make Club Med simply unique. Holiday-goers looking for adventurous fun under the sun will be thrilled as a range of in-resort activities such as outdoor yoga, watersports, nature walk, rock climbing, archery, and its signature Kids’ Club, as well as other outdoor activities are made available at Club Med Cherating.
Furthermore, resort employees, also known as Gentil Organisers (G.Os) and Gentil Employees (G.Es), will be wearing masks throughout their shifts for an added level of protection. Closely following WHO guidelines and under the guidance of Ecolab, all resort staff are also thoroughly trained on precautionary and cleaning measures. Hand sanitizers will be made available throughout the resort, and specially designed Club Med protective masks along with N95 masks are available for the guests to purchase at the boutique.
“Club Med prides itself on bringing happiness and freedom to travelers on their vacation. As our resorts reopen, we want to ensure the highest hygiene standards have been applied across all guest touchpoints to instill a sense of confidence as we welcome them back to Club Med. The partnership with Ecolab will equip all resorts to put in place a series of enhanced initiatives that will set the gold-standard for resort cleanliness. With this partnership, we hope to fortify an enhanced measure of hygiene processes to bring about a peace of mind for our guests returning to Club Med,” shared Vijay Sharma, the General Manager of Club Med SEA.
In addition to Club Med Cherating, the protocols under the Safe Together program will be implemented across all Club Med resorts in Asia as well while its resorts in China, after undergoing professional food safety, water checks and public hygiene audits are also certified by the China Certification & Inspection (CCIC). More details on Club Med’s Safe Together program can be found on www.clubmed.com.my/safetogether
‘Club Med Cocoon’: A safe haven for holidaymakers.
With 70 years of hospitality experience, Club Med is not only adapting to the new normal with agility and enhanced measures but has also honed their expertise in operating low-density resorts suited for safe distancing with self-sufficient resort facilities that allow guests to stay within the ‘Club Med Cocoon’, a safe haven for families looking to jump back to happiness.
Surrounded by 85 hectares of lush tropical rainforest, and with the resort’s built-up surface covering less than 10 per cent of the total site, Club Med’s guests will be able to immerse themselves in endless possibilities and experiences while remaining safe whether they are adventuring into the wild, relaxing on secluded beaches, or even learning a new skill at sea, as there is plenty of spacious outdoor areas and activities to indulge in. In addition, restricted access to the public allows guests and staff to remain traceable and contactable should the need arise.
Club Med’s Peace of Mind Policy: Providing additional flexibility for guests when booking their next vacation.
Those looking to plan their next holiday can do so with freedom from worry as Club Med has updated their booking and cancellation guidelines to provide additional flexibility for guests under its Peace of Mind policy, applicable to all Club Med resorts. The policy provides guests with a one-time free change of date for those booking before 31 August 2020. The amendment can be made up to 7 days before departure and the new travel dates for check-in should be on or before 30 June 2021.
Alternatively, a Future Travel Credit of the resort stay value can be issued free of charge, with validity until 30 June 2021 at any Club Med resorts worldwide. Guests that have booked their stay with a travel agent or advisor will need to contact their travel advisor directly, who will then contact Club Med on their behalf. Further information on Club Med’s Peace of Mind policy is available on www.clubmed.com.my/peace-of-mind.
Club Med Consumer Travel Survey
The news of Club Med Cherating’s re-opening comes at an opportune time, following the recent restarting of domestic travel. A recent online Consumer Travel Survey conducted by Club Med on what Malaysians expect of their next holiday revealed interesting insights regarding travel. With more than 3000 respondents weighing-in, the results of the survey garnered:
- A majority of respondents (83%) are looking at a beachside or countryside getaway for their next holiday.
- The most important factor when considering a holiday destination for Malaysians is hygiene and cleanliness (71%), followed by competitively priced packages ( 48%), and availability of restaurants and bar options (35%).
- Most respondents ( 70%) are likely to make a travel reservation if the terms and conditions allows flexibility for change and cancellations without penalty.
The Consumer Travel Survey was conducted in order for Club Med to better understand the views of local holidaymakers in a post-pandemic world, allowing them to deliver increasingly transformative and unforgettable holiday experiences to resort guests.
To make a reservation at Club Med Cherating, or for any booking enquiries, please contact +603-2053 1888 or email askme.my@clubmedcustomerservice.com. For further information on Club Med Cherating and other Club Med destinations, visit www.clubmed.com.my.
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