While the Rugby World Cup 2011 will provide the much needed boost to investor and business confidence, a number of new ventures will stimulate the job market and accrue benefits to various segments of the economy.
Constructing a multimillion dollar Hotel at a time when most businesses shy away from investment and expansion may appear strange but entrepreneurs with vision and a sound knowledge of the market will always look for opportunities to promote new ventures or expand existing operations.
On such a score, the Indian business community in New Zealand has demonstrated resilience and perseverance, with a majority of large, medium and small companies coping well with the ongoing recession.
Among them is Sudima Hotels New Zealand (of Glamorton Developments Limited), which recently opened its $30 million new property in Auckland.
This venture is personification of entrepreneurship, punctuated with courage and competence of a team of professionals adept in the industry. True to its tradition, the new hotel should be justly proud of its multinational and multilingual staff, enhancing the value of New Zealand’s tourism potential.
Environment-Friendly
Chief Executive Sudesh Jhunjhnuwala said Sudima Auckland Airport is an environmentally conscious commercial entity.
“We have put in place a number of environmental initiatives into the Hotel’s design and operations. We are confident that our dedicated Green Team will ensure appropriate compliance,” he said.
As well as providing comfort and convenience, Sudima offers good value for money in all its 153 rooms, 26 of which are Executive rooms (and one Suite). A fully equipped gym with an indoor heated swimming pool (a rarity in such hotels), car park for guests’ vehicles while they are away on short trips, free transfers to and from the Auckland Airport are some of the facilities available here.
Sudima offers almost all facilities and amenities that are provided as standard at five-star hotels. These include 24-hour airport shuttles, 24-hour Reception, Business services, Free car parking for in-house guests, Internet access from all rooms, Landscaped gardens and Visaya Restaurant & Bar.
“The next step is to develop our brand through management contracts and franchise agreements with other hotel owners in New Zealand, Australia and Pacific Islands,” Mr Jhunjhnuwala said.
Setting for Weddings
Mrs Laxmi Jhunjhnuwala said the Hotel will be an ideal venue for conducting weddings, birthday parties and social gatherings.
“Indian weddings are great occasions that bring together families and friends. We have a professionally qualified team at Sudima Auckland Airport to provide an extensive range of services including suggestions for interior decoration, menu, photography and other connected tasks,” she said.
Quality Dining
She is also passionate about ‘Visaya,’ the Hotel’s Bar & Restaurant.
Located at the lobby level, this Restaurant offers a selection of prime New Zealand meat and fresh seafood on the a la carte menu.
“There is something for everyone, from Pacific Rim dishes to vegetarian options and international cuisine,” Mrs Jhunjhnuwala said.
While the morning breakfast is available in buffet style from 630 am to 10 am, a la carte dining is from 6 pm to 10 pm, she said.
Visaya: Some Facts
Meaning: An object of the Enlightened Mind
Visaya is a Sanskrit term derived from ‘The Upanishads’ of ancient India.
As opposed to a material object perceived through the senses, it is a spiritual object experienced by the enlightened mind. Everyday life is material in nature and the objects living in it have a determined end, causing a sense of loss or dissatisfaction.
Through ‘Kriyasakti’ (Creative Visualisation), one can create an object that lasts as long as the act of visualisation lasts and the end of the experience is determined by the mind itself. When this positive energy is at its highest tide, it can be restored and recaptured at will.
This is the purpose of Visaya
-Laxmi Jhunjhnuwala
