Massage Guru to manage the Le Grand Spa at the Excelsior Hotel Malta

Wednesday 4th August 2010, Malta – Maharlika Massage is a world-renowned massage technique that has been developed by Mr. Victor Quemuel in over 20 years of global study. This study of therapeutic and relaxation massages has been developed as a method of treating pain, muscle and the re-alignment of body meridian zones to bring about a balance and a body revival, inducing relaxation in what Mr. Quemuel calls ‘a journey to the senses’.

Most massages, Mr. Quemuel states, do not disengage the mind from the body. The main feature of Maharlika Massage is to disengage from the outside world with a relaxing and sensual touch. Most spas target the body while Maharlika focuses on the head with mental relaxation taking precedence. By focusing on the mind in deep relaxation, Maharlika therapists can more effectively manipulate the whole body using elements of energy balancing and Reiki healing. This requires a deftness of touch and technique, blending different massaging techniques that are brought together in one 70-minute session. As part of his treatment, Mr. Quemuel practices the Maharlika Thread Peeling Facial. This is a unique treatment that rejuvenates tired skin and reduces premature ageing. Cotton thread is used to remove impurities, cleanse the skin and encourage collagen re-synthesis.

Victor Quemuel, the Maharlika Massage Guru and new Le Grand Spa Manager at the Excelsior.

In his global search for the healing power of massage, Victor Quemuel has travelled the world to find a holistic, natural approach based on Oriental treatments like Thai, Chinese, Shiatsu, Hilot-Philippine Massage, Lomi-Lomi (Hawaiian), Javanese, Swedish and Aromatherapy massage techniques merged into one consummate holistic journey to the senses. In fact, the Daily Mail described his massage technique as the ‘Mother of all Massages’. His Six Senses Spa tour will take Mr. Quemuel to the East (Thailand, Macau, Vietnam); to the Middle East (Oman, Qatar, Egypt and Dubai) and finally home to the Maldives.

As Excelsior’s new Le Grand Spa Manager, Mr. Victor Quemuel stated: “The key for us at the Excelsior is to re-focus on the treatments we give. The core of spa experience is the touch, not the beauty of the spa. The issue for us, as Malta’s leading spa, is to upgrade and differ the quality of treatments we offer and to focus on what will become a healthy holiday for the international traveller. It is my wish that Le Grand Spa becomes the best in Malta and in Europe, and possibly worldwide.”

Kate Moss, Liz Hurley, Tina Arena, Kirsty Young, Fearn Cotton, Laura Bailey, Natasha Kaplinsky, Matt Lucas, Donna Karan, Bollywood superstar Shilpa Shetty and Paula Abdul have all experienced the expert touch of the Maharlika Guru. In fact, they fly to wherever he is giving treatment to receive his special masseur’s touch. His personal appearance at the Grand Hotel Excelsior will be to initiate and educate Excelsior therapists into giving this special massage discipline with the avowed first rule of a customer: “Their body is your temple.”

For additional information kindly contact Victor Quemuel on victor.quemuel@excelsior.com.mt or email info@excelsior.com.mt. 

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Faithless Band stay at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta

Faithless with Ludwig Farrugia, the Resident Manager at the Grand Hotel Excelsior

Tuesday 10th August 2010 - Faithless, the British electronica band, chose to stay at the Grand Hotel Excelsior during their stay in Malta for their concert at the Gianpula fields on 7th August. This event was part of their European tour taking the band to numerous music venues this summer, including the biggest of open air festivals: Glastonbury, the T festival on the Park, Oxegen music and Global gathering. The group has sold over 12 million records worldwide and is best known for their dance songs: ‘Insomnia’, ‘God Is a DJ’ and ‘We Come 1’. The band has recorded several albums offering a wide variety and blend of musical styles to a cross section of pop and rock fans.

For more information about Things to do in Malta during your holiday kindly contact our concierge department on 00356 2125 0520 or email concierge@excelsior.com.mt.

AKON Live in Malta

World famous R&B singer Akon entertained thousands of fans at a concert at the National Park in Ta' Qali last night.

He belted out some of his best known numbers before the enthusiastic crowd after having earlier generated good publicity for Malta when he posted a picture of his view of Malta from the Excelsior Hotel on facebook - drawing hundreds of comments.

The singer also enjoyed a day at the Blue Lagoon in Comino.

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For more information about Malta Events kindly contact the Grand Hotel Excelsior on reservations@excelsior.com.mt or 00356 21250520.

FREE ELTON JOHN TICKET PER PERSON BOOKED

The concert will see the return of one of the music icons of the last 40 years. Elton John will be performing live in concert on the 26th September at the Granaries (Fosos) in Floriana, together with Ray Copper. The British singer has sold more than 250 million albums, and produced classic songs like Daniel, Your Song and Candle in the Wind. This is the second concert in Malta for Elton John. His previous solo concert in Malta was in 2003.

Whilst staying at the Grand Hotel Excelsior you will be within walking distance to the concert as the venue is only a few meters away from The Granaries, the venue for Elton John live concert in Malta.

AND for this Special Occasion the Excelsior Hotel Malta is offering a FREE ELTON JOHN Concert Ticket per adult booked over the 26th September when staying a minimum of 3 nights on Bed and Breakfast Basis. Offer includes Free Parking, Use of Gym, Pools and Jacuzzi.

Offer is subject to availability so CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW or Check Availability through the main Book Now Button on the website with stays over the 26th September for 3 nights and over and avail yourself of this Special offer in order not to be disappointed.

* Offer is only available when booking through our website.

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From entering this central Valletta Hotel you will immediately notice the luxury and elegance ambience. You can enjoy the magnificent harbour and sea views from the hotel's lobby or from the comfort of your room. You will find a great selection of top Malta Accommodation options to choose from. Summer is the best time to enjoy the resort's facilities including the outdoor pool, private sandy beach, Tiki Bar & Grill and the Hotel's private Marina where yachts dock. For more information kindly visit: http://www.excelsior.com.mt/

Rock legend, Rod Stewart chooses the Grand Hotel Excelsior for his Malta Concert

Rod Stewart with Mr Norbert Grixti, General Manager of the Grand Hotel Excelsior

Tuesday 28th July 2010, Malta – With a résumé that reads Rock legend, singer, songwriter, musician, his list of achievements is endless. Selling over 130 million records worldwide, Rod Stewart, the 65-year old rock star with the inimitable raspy voice, is considered to be one of the best-selling British singers of all time. The star has had numerous solo hit singles, mostly in the UK, where he achieved 6 consecutive number one albums and 62 hit singles. The Grand Hotel Excelsior, a superior Luxury Malta Hotel, was delighted to host such a performer, during his stay in Malta for his concert performance at the Granaries on 3rd August where he sang some of his classic rock hits like Do Ya Think I'm Sexy, Tonight's the Night, and You’re in my Heart.

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For additional information, kindly contact the Grand Hotel Excelsior on 00356 2125 0520 or email us on info@excelsior.com.mt.

Excelsior Hotel Malta hosts VIPs

Excelsior hosts VIPs

During their stay in Malta for the July 29 concert on the Granaries, tenor Joseph Calleja and popular singers Dionne Warwick and Riccardo Cocciante stayed at the five-star Grand Hotel Excelsior, Floriana. Warwick is seen here with Norbert Grixti, Excelsior general manager.

Excelsior Grand Hotel Malta - The Official Hotel for the Rod Stewart Live in Malta

A Great Malta Event this summer.

Rod Stewart was given a warm thank you for his visit to Malta and to the Grand Hotel Excelsior by the management and staff at this Luxury Malta hotel. Backpipes played whilst Rod Stewart was admiring the nice farewell gesture by the hotel. For more information about Malta Events kindly visit: http://www.excelsior.com.mt/

Joseph Calleja, Dionne Warwick and Riccardo Cocciante choose the Excelsior Hotel in Malta

Dionne Warwick with Grand Hotel Excelsior General Manager, Mr Norbert Grixti

Monday 2nd August 2010, Valletta Malta - Joseph Calleja, Dionne Warwick and Riccardo Cocciante may have had their concert postponed by gale force winds but this did not stop them enjoying all that the Grand Hotel Excelsior had to offer.

They stayed just a stone’s throw away from this year’s biggest musical event, at a leading 5 star Malta hotel, for the summer concert that was held on the 29th July, at the Granaries in Floriana.

Tenor Joseph Calleja, who is equally comfortable with both classical and lighter pop music, was joined on stage by popular Italian singer, Riccardo Cocciante and Dionne Warwick. Cocciante won the 1991 edition of the Festival di San Remo with his song, ‘Se Stiamo Insieme’, and Dionne Warwick whose hits include ‘Heartbreaker’ and ‘Walk On By’ has been confirmed as one of the most popular and successful singers of the last five decades. Joseph Calleja said, “Both Riccardo’s and Dionne’s participation will add an extra dimension to this concert and I have full faith this year’s event will be just as memorable and unique for the audience as last year.” The concert also included the participation of a 500-strong children’s choir and the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by celebrated Paul Bateman.

For additional information on Malta Events kindly contact the Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta on 00356 2125 0520 or by email on: info@excelsior.com.mt

Prestige French yachts berth at Excelsior Hotel Malta Marina

Thursday 29th July 2010, Malta – The crews of the Sur La Route De Malte yacht race have reached the 10th leg of their journey in eponymous Malta, berthing their yachts at the marina of the Grand Hotel Excelsior from 22nd July to 26th July. The Excelsior Marina berthing represents the southern-most tip of their 30-day marine safari. This is the second year running that the race yachts have been berthed in the private marina of the Excelsior. This superior Valletta Hotel hosted a special prize-giving ceremony followed by a cocktail party and dinner to welcome the crews and organizers of this prestigious yachting event.

The ‘Sur La Route’ yacht race includes 26 sailing boats of 10 - 15 meters in length, left Le Lavandou on 6th July to reach Malta on Saturday 18th July. There are 15 planned stopovers up and down the Tyrrhenian Sea where participants call in at ports in Corsica, Italy, Sicily, Malta and Sardinia, starting and returning to Le Lavandou, the home port on the south coast of France. This is the 5th consecutive year that this race has been held. During the week preceding the departure of the yacht race, the streets, the harbour and travel agencies of this French holiday port were decorated with posters announcing the event. Two presentations of Malta as a tourist destination were given to the general public and to the yachtsmen and women participating in the race. On the eve of the departure a dinner was given to the yachtsmen in Lavandou harbour. The race participants visited Malta & Gozo on two excursions during their time in Malta - one full day in Gozo and a half-day guided tour to Mdina and the Three Cities. An official delegation of the town of Le Lavandou flew to Malta for this occasion. It was consisted of Mr Claude Maupeu, Deputy Mayor and Mr. Sylvain Abonnen, Director of Events of Le Lavandou.

For additional information, kindly contact the Excelsior Grand Hotel Malta on 00356 2125 0520 or by email on: info@excelsior.com.mt