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Ascott launches mobile sites for people on the go

Posted on 23 May 2012 | Comments Off

In a bid to further enhance consumers’ search and reservation experience, Ascott Limited (Ascott) has launched three mobile versions of its three brand websites.

CapitaLand’s wholly-owned serviced residence business unit unveiled http://www.the-ascott.com, http://www.citadines.com and http://www.somerset.com as well as an online chat facility, which allows guests to access information easily, make enquiries as well as reserve Ascott’s properties worldwide.

“The sophisticated and tech-savvy travellers of today want fast and convenient access to information while on the go,” said Tony Soh, Chief Corporate Officer of Ascott.

“In addition to leveraging social media, Ascott’s mobile-friendly websites and online chat facility will enable us to better reach out to our guests wherever they are, whenever they choose and whatever platform they prefer to use.”

The websites can be easily accessed by Blackberry, iPhone or Android users, and they can check on current promotions, apartment availability or make reservations instantly.

Meanwhile, the online chat facility will help guests raise queries with an Ascott representative who will respond via instant messaging.

Source : PropertyGuru – 2012 May 22

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Ascott bags Vietnam management contract

Posted on 1 Oct 2009 | Comments Off

This will boost its inventory in Vietnam to 1,182 units

CAPITALAND’S serviced residence arm has clinched a management contract for a property in the coastal city of Hai Phong.

The Somerset Central TD, Hai Phong, will open in the second half of next year and offer 132 units ranging from studio to three-bedroom apartments, The Ascott Group said yesterday.

This will be the seventh property in Ascott’s portfolio in the country and will boost its inventory in Vietnam to 1,182 units.

The latest management contract is from Thuy Duong Investment Joint Stock Company, a property company with developments across Vietnam’s major cities.

The property is part of the landmark TD Plaza, a mixed use development at Le Hong Phong Road that comprises a five-storey mall, which is already operating; an office block; and two towers of residential apartments and serviced residences.

‘The new Somerset property will be the first international branded serviced residence and the largest serviced apartment in Hai Phong,’ Ascott said.

The latest property will cement Ascott’s position as the largest international serviced residence operator in Vietnam. Continue reading →