A Dog's Delight: Jumeirah Essex House Announces Exclusive "Canine Turndown Program"
New York, 16 June 2010: Jumeirah Essex House proudly announces the launch of the iconic hotel’s first ever Canine Turndown Program designed to pamper even the most discerning four-legged guests. Set to launch July 1, Jumeirah Essex House has partnered with doggie designer to the stars, Amy Kizer of the highly-acclaimed Wagwear New York City boutique, to create luxurious five-star canine amenities for the hotel. Through this partnership and the hotel’s Canine Turndown Program, guests and their fine furry friends can indulge in the lap of luxury together.
Jumeirah Essex House in- room amenities are “A Dog’s Delight” and offered seven days a week, 365 day a year! They include:
- A sumptuous Wagwear dog bed or Wagwear “Tee Pee Hound Lounge” - a miniature pop-up tent with fleece-lined bed – for the dog’s slumbering needs during the stay;
- Delectable homemade dog treats created by the hotel’s Executive Pastry Chef;
- Essential Wagwear food and water bowls accompanied by a matching placemat;
- An exclusive gift bag complete with a plush Jumeirah Essex House logoed fleece blanket (monogramming is available upon request);
- Stylish and colorful nylon Wagwear collars and leashes will be on loan for guests who may have forgotten theirs, or who just want their pup to have a new, chic look while they’re visiting the world’s fashion capital
With Central Park on the hotel’s doorstep, four-legged pooches can play and stay in style. Specialized doggie hospitality attendants will treat Rover and Fido to freshly-drawn water throughout the day and lay out their beautiful fleece blanket on the doggy bed should they desire a much deserved nap beside their owner after an exciting day of exploring New York City. Furthermore, the well-versed concierges at the hotel can share all of the insider information travelers need to know when bringing their pooch to the Big Apple such as the most divine trails through the city’s best parks, New York City leash laws, nearby pet sitting facilities and 24-hour veterinarians. They can even recommend dog walkers for hire and pet boutiques who deliver to the hotel. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-645-5697 or visit www.jumeirahessexhouse.com.
About Jumeirah Essex House
The 509-room Jumeirah Essex House celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2007 and recently completed a major $90 million soft goods refurbishment project which includes South Gate, a spectacular new Tony Chi-designed restaurant, featuring renowned Executive Chef Kerry Heffernan. This historic New York City hotel, with a coveted Central Park address, is ideally located in the heart of Manhattan. Jumeirah Essex House is part of the Dubai-based luxury international hospitality group Jumeirah and sister to the world’s most luxurious hotel, Burj Al Arab. Features of the hotel include breathtaking views and unrivalled conference and banqueting facilities.
The Jumeirah Essex House received top reviews from Michelin Guide and Zagat Survey in 2010 and voted “North America’s Leading Hotel,” and “North America’s Leading Business Hotel,” at the 2009 World Travel Awards. The hotel also received both the Michelin Guide’s 2008 “Five Pavilions Award,” and the 2008 AAA “Four-Diamond Award.” In the same year, Global Traveler named Jumeirah Essex House “Best Hotel in Eastern United States.” The hotel garnered three awards at the 2007 Annual World Travel Awards in New York including “North America’s Leading Hotel,” “North America’s Leading Business Hotel” and “New York’s Leading Business Hotel” voted by travel agents worldwide and was ranked second in the “Best Hotel in the U.S.” category in Global Traveler Magazine’s 2006 GT Tested Awards.
About Jumeirah Group
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts are regarded as among the most luxurious and innovative in the world and have won numerous international travel and tourism awards. The Dubai-based luxury international hotel management group encompasses the world renowned Burj Al Arab, the world’s most luxurious hotel and recognised as the symbol of Dubai, the multi-award winning Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Madinat Jumeirah and Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa in Dubai, Jumeirah Carlton Tower and Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel in London and Jumeirah Essex House in New York.
About Wagwear
Unique and stylish, trailblazer Amy Kizer’s line of clothing and accessories for a fourlegged customer was an instant hit when she debuted Wagwear in 1998. A favorite among preppy pups and their fashion-minded owners, Wagwear couples classic iconic looks with a quirky colorful twist. Quality and design are the keystones to the Wagwear philosophy.