By Charnika Imbulana
In the year 2014, when Cinnamon Red was launched it was known to be the first of its kind in South Asia and set to complete the Colombo City’s varied collection of Cinnamon Hotels ready to cater to every type of traveller. A decade later, it’s reached the set targets to celebrate a 10 year milestone with much pomp and pageantry and what’s more they are preparing for more.
Uniquely situated in the centre of the commercial capital, Colombo it is thus walking distance to shopping centres, historical sites and nightlife precincts of Colombo. This pioneering addition to the Cinnamon Colombo Hotels Collection embodies the ‘Lean Luxury’ concept and can be described as an urban retreat where luxury meets contemporary elegance. .
Inspired by the arts and modern design panoramas of Colombo’s City scape and the innovative food and beverage options within the property, Cinnamon Red is the popular choice for urbanites and tech enthused travellers.
At the commencement of next month, the Cinnamon Red will be agog with activity to mark the milestone in their inimitable colourful and enthusiastic style very much in keeping with the always positive and onward thinking personality who heads the talented team of Cinnamon Red; General Manager, veteran Hotelier, Terence Fernando.
“Since our inception we have had the privilege of welcoming over 800.000 guests, with regulars returning for repeat stays- an affirmation of the lasting relationships we have cultivated. Over the past 5 years in particular our bookings have soared, reflecting the unwavering trust and satisfaction our guests place in us”, he informed looking visibly elated.
“These figures represent more than just numbers, they symbolize the shared experiences and enduring bonds that have been nnurtured.as we look back on 10 years of growth and lasting relationships, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have been part of our story”, he emphasized.
“Cinnamon Red expresses its deepest appreciation to our guests and patrons for singing with us, for dancing with us for dining with us and for choosing us, always” he added with much gratitude.
Area Vice President Cinnamon Hotels, Kamal Munasinghe joined in at this momentous time with Cinnamon Red, General Manager Terrence Fernando in expressing their heartfelt gratitude to the Cinnamon Red team who have from the outset relentlessly worked and contributed immensely in achieving all they have the last decade.
” As we look to the future we are excited to continue building new bonds and renewing old ones. Whilst we serve up heartfelt Sri Lankan hospitality to the world, we make our contribution to the Sri Lankan economy” said Munasinghe who always emphasizes on the big picture ensuring that all what the hotels achieve is eventually a contribution to the entire industry as well and much progress to the country’s economy for all people to benefit.
With such lovely sentiments and brighter and novel ideas yet coming from some of these star veterans in the hospitality trade who have now ganged up at Cinnamon Hotels, we are bound to see more exciting offers when the Cinnamon Red hits 10, in its years of service, on September 1st this year, and with it no doubt more numbers drawn to the Cinnamon Red fan fold.
The euphoria was much when Cinnamon Red was launched 10 years ago. It has only gathered more momentum and established as a unique star addition to the other star studded hotels of the Cinnamon Hotel chain that’s dotted and sparkling, not only in the City of Colombo but also on the countrywide hospitality map.
The Colombo Times.net joins the thousands of other well-wishers to wish the Cinnamon Red all the Very Best as they prepare to celebrate the brilliant decade and wish more success for many more decades to come.
