Archipelago International is honored to be recognized with two prestigious awards this year with its expansion, enhanced travel experiences, and also strategic marketing approach. The awards obtained by John Flood, CEO of Archipelago International are “The Best Industry Marketing Champion 2023 for Tourism & Hospitality'' by MarkPlus, and “Indonesia Leading Local Hotel Operator by Indonesia Travel & Tourism Awards 2023/2024” by Indonesia Travel and Tourism Awards (ITTA) Foundation. These two renowned awards are proof that Archipelago International is making a formidable stride, solidifying its position as the leading hotel operator in the industry.
The first award that Archipelago International received this year is "The Best Industry Marketing Champion 2023 for Tourism & Hospitality," presented to John Flood, the CEO of Archipelago International, by MarkPlus. The award acknowledges Archipelago International's robust journey, marked by the implementation of powerful marketing strategies and innovative approaches that have propelled them to the forefront of the hospitality industry in Indonesia. Some of the marketing initiatives and programs conducted by Archipelago International include the Archipelago Food Festival, Archipelago Black Box Battle, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Culinary Classroom, Archipelago Young Chef Challenge and also the launch of the very first Sharia brand, ASTON Sharia Pekalongan. MarkPlus, established on May 1, 1990, is Indonesia's leading and innovative marketing consulting firm, founded by renowned marketing expert Hermawan Kartajaya.
The second award given to Archipelago International is “Indonesia Leading Local Hotel Operator by Indonesia Travel & Tourism Awards 2023/2024” by Indonesia Travel and Tourism Awards (ITTA) Foundation. Archipelago International has a strong presence in the hospitality industry in Indonesia with more than 26 years of experience in serving service excellence across Indonesia and many other countries within its portfolio. The robust presence is further reinforced by the burgeoning Powered by Archipelago brand, catering to hotel owners seeking solutions to enhance their business growth and market position.
"We are deeply grateful for the prestigious awards, a testament to the unwavering dedication, teamwork, and consistent efforts of our remarkable team. These accolades inspire us to reach new heights in delivering excellence. The expansion of Archipelago International to regions like Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the Caribbean is a significant facet of the awards we've earned. It reflects our commitment to excellence on a global scale and underscores the international impact of our brand." John Flood, CEO, Archipelago International, said.
With more than 26 years of management experience, Archipelago International has been a notable hotel operator not only in Indonesia but also in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. More than 200 hotels spanning and 45,000 room keys owned, Archipelago is also known as one of the largest hotel operators and also listed in 40 top hotel operators in the world by The List from hotelsmag.com. Archipelago International also owns 11 various brands from premium to budget hotels such as ASTON, Huxley, Kamuela, The Alana, ASTON Collections Hotels, Harper, Quest, Hotel NEO, favehotels, and also Powered by Archipelago.
Archipelago International stands proud as a beacon of excellence in the hospitality industry, having clinched prestigious awards that recognize its unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled experiences. These accolades underscore the dedication, hard work, and consistent pursuit of excellence by the entire Archipelago team. As the company continues to expand its footprint globally, these awards serve as a testament to the brand's enduring success and its commitment to setting new standards in the world of hospitality.