I love this place and happy to read about their Reward. Those passengers who visit South America and the Galapagos Islands, don't miss the opportunity to stay at this place for a few days.
Quito, Ecuador – November 14, 2012 – Fodor’s, a leading name in travel guides, today announced that Mashpi Lodge has been recognized as a 2012 Fodor’s 100 Hotel Awardwinner in the Trendsetter and New & Noteworthy categories. This distinction designates Mashpi Lodge as an outstanding hotel as selected by Fodor’s editors and travel experts, recognizing style, excellent service and a one-of-a-kind experience for guests.
For the 2012 list, the Fodor’s staff narrowed down a list of more than 4,000 nominations to select an entirely new group of hotels which fall within nine categories representing the year’s global travel trends:
• New & Noteworthy — The world’s most noteworthy new hotels
• Global Icon — Top-of-mind, landmark hotels that are part of the fabric of their destination
• Trendsetter — Hotels that are changing the hospitality landscape
• Trip of a Lifetime — A complete escape, destination hotels that offer it all on-site
• Local Experience — Go-to hotels for an authentic sense of place
• City Chic — Best contemporary city hotels
• Royal Pedigree — Properties with a royal past
• Fun for All Ages — Top family properties that offer experiences for kids and adults
• Best All-Inclusive — Top all-inclusive resorts of any style, in any region
“Our Fodor’s editors and contributors are constantly evaluating hotels throughout the year, and the Fodor’s 100 represent our top hotels for travelers right now,” explained Arabella Bowen, Fodor’s Travel executive editorial director. “We look for properties with great amenities and stellar service that offer a unique experience to guests – every traveler will find a dream hotel on this list, no matter what their travel personality.”
As a 2012 Fodor’s 100 Hotel Award-winning property, Mashpi Lodge will be featured onwww.Fodors.com and in a free interactive eBook, available in the iBookstore. A complete list of all 100 selected hotels is available at www.fodors.com/hotel-awards-2012.
"Mashpi Lodge has striven to create a truly new forest experience for our guests," says Roberto Mora, General Manager. "This award recognizes our efforts to raise the bar in not only eco design and build, but also how a luxury property can be a positive force for conservation."
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About Mashpi Lodge
Brimming with wild life, Mashpi Lodge is located at in the Ecuadorian Andes, within its protected, 3,212-acre forest, just three hours northwest of the historic Quito. Nestled in the “biodiversity hotspot” of the Chocó, Mashpi unfolds as an ecological wonder for with 22 understated yet luxurious rooms. Rates start at $1,296 per person/double for 3-days/2 nights, including all meals, guided explorations (in English or Spanish), sky bike rides, specialized lectures, rain ponchos, rubber boots and transfers from/to major hotels in Quito. For reservations and more information, please contact 
800-527-2500 or visit www.mashpilodge.com. To book Mashpi Lodge, the Galápagos, Ecuador or South American journeys, see www.metropolitan-touring.com.
800-527-2500 or visit www.mashpilodge.com. To book Mashpi Lodge, the Galápagos, Ecuador or South American journeys, see www.metropolitan-touring.com.
About Fodor’s Travel
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