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STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2013

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H O U S E R E S O L U T I O N

CONGRATULATING THE OCEAN HOUSE ON EARNING THE COVETED FORBES

TRAVEL GUIDE FIVE STAR HOTEL DESIGNATION

     Introduced By: Representatives Azzinaro, and Kennedy

     Date Introduced: May 07, 2013

     Referred To: House read and passed

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     WHEREAS, They are the cream of the crop, the best of the best, the top of the hill. From

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the staff’s courtesy and manners towards guests to the cleanliness and luxury of the

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accommodations, the Ocean House in scenic Watch Hill is a feather in the cap of Rhode Island’s

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tourism industry; and

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     WHEREAS, One of only three hotels in New England and one of only a half dozen

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seasonal resorts in the world, the Ocean House has earned a brilliant review and the exclusive

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five star rating from Forbes Travel Guide. Out of the nearly 20,000 hotels in the world that are

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inspected and rated each year, only a handful of hotels will have gained this recognition in 2013;

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and

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     WHEREAS, No simple feat, the awarding of the coveted five star designation requires a

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hotel to undergo rigorous incognito inspections over a period of three days and two nights by

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Forbes Travel Guide inspectors who perform their evaluations based on more than 750 criteria;

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and 

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     WHEREAS, The Ocean House is also featured as one of the memorable destinations on

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the Northeast Relais & Châteaux Route du Bonheur. Often called the “Route of Happiness,” this

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preferred travel itinerary promises to stimulate a traveler’s senses and provide “enchanting

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memories to last a lifetime”; and 

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     WHEREAS, The best hotels in the world are those that stand out and create an

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unforgettable experience for their guests. The Ocean House is a sublimely elegant and

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comfortable seaside retreat that combines to-die-for scenic vistas with world-class

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accommodations and a commitment to excellence from a dedicated staff that not only fulfills

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guests’ requests but also anticipates their needs with every amenity imaginable; now, therefore be

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it

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     RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island and

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Providence Plantations hereby congratulates and applauds the owners, management, and staff of

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the beautiful Ocean House for attaining a coveted five star hotel designation from Forbes Travel

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Guide. We furthermore extend best wishes for a full house and continued success; and be it

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further  

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     RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to

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transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Myrna George, President & CEO of The South

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County Tourism Council.

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