CHEVY CHASE, Md. Dec 6, 2011 – The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has added another honor to its growing list. The global hospitality and lifestyle brand has been named The Best Domestic Hotel Chain by the readers of Global Traveler Magazine.

Another strong indication of the continuing prestige and reputation for excellence of The Ritz-Carlton in the minds of travelers appears in the results of the recent survey of the magazines readers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton was voted the most preferred hotel brand among other hotel organizations in North America.

Attending an event in Los Angeles to collect the prestigious award, The Ritz-Carlton President and Chief Operations Officer, Herve Humler said, “To earn top honors as voted by the readers, our guests, is truly rewarding. It is a real tribute to the commitment of our 40,000 ladies and gentlemen around the world who surpass the expectations of our guests every day”. He also added “With the level of exceptional service they deliver. This recognition belongs to each and every one of them for all that they do to make The Ritz-Carlton brand the iconic symbol of luxury in lodging”.

About the Survey
Global Traveler conducted an open-ended survey of its readers to determine the best in 66 travel-related categories. The survey was conducted from January 1, to August 31, 2011. Questionnaires were available in copies of the magazine, online and through direct mail and email.