Hilton reaches milestone 100th birthday with grand celebrations worldwide

On May 31, 2019 around the world, Hilton celebrated its 100th birthday. At the Hilton Barbados Resort, the atmosphere was full of fun and festivity as the Barbados team joined in the countdown to the worldwide celebrations.

Led by General Manager Tammy LeBlanc, the Hilton Barbados Resort participated in various competitions including a song and poem competition, fiercely contested Pina colada and brownie competitions, and an exciting and colourful costume parade, integrating Hilton’s innovations over the years and Barbados’ culture. The celebrations culminated in grand style with an awards dinner and party, recognising the winners of the various competitions with a special presentation of the Hilton Effect award to Julian Boyce, Recreations and Entertainment Manager. The evening ended with a vibrant fireworks display on the beach, a remarkable end to what was to be the start to celebrations on achieving 100 years in hospitality.

During the 100th anniversary festivities General Manager Tammy LeBlanc commented, “This is a great time for us at Hilton. When Conrad Hilton first opened the Mobley hotel in Texas, he believed that travel could make the world a better place and wanted to share the light and warmth of hospitality. This dream has become a reality achieving 17 brands, in 113 countries with 5 757 properties and 923 110 rooms.”

“Hilton has made its mark as an innovator in hospitality with many firsts. From the first guest in-room TV, running water, mini bar to today the only hotel brand with digital key and straight-to-room capabilities. However, the key to our success has been the relationships established with our guests, within communities, with partners and our team members. As the team at Hilton Barbados Resort celebrated with the various activities, we experienced the passion and dedication our team members give to our guests each day. We look forward to the next 100 years of doing business worldwide and more especially here in Barbados.”

Hilton Barbados Resort recognises the importance of giving back to the community and its surrounding environs and continues to play a vital role in this regard. To this end, the Barbados Team took time to recognise the selfless service of the island’s local Barbados Fire Service and made a special delivery as part of the 100th anniversary celebrations.

The culmination of the festivities saw the Housekeeping Team as the overall winners of the interdepartmental costume competition. Quinta Clarke-Springer from the Culinary team was the winner of the Brownie Competition; Debra Stoute, winner of the Pina Colada Competition, and Nicole Skeete, the winner of the poem competition respectively.

Hilton’s celebrations continue throughout the year with more to come in the upcoming months. Starting June 17 the hotel will be offering a special $100 Table D'hôte menu by Andre Nurse in The Grille restaurant.