Ocean
Villa Heights Hotel on Saturday held a reception party to celebrate the coming
of President Adama Barrow and his era, at the hotel complex in Brufut.
The
party was organised by the hotel staff to showcase their full support and
solidarity with the new government under President Adama Barrow.
Paula
Lancaster, speaking on behalf of the hotel proprietor, said the new era would
encourage and motivate both local and international investors to invest in The
Gambia.
‘’The
time has come for us all to encourage investment in The Gambia, both foreign
and domestic. We have a new Gambia born through the struggle and commitment of
its people, and the world will soon recognise all that our beautiful country
has to offer,” she said.
Mrs
Lancaster said the Coalition 2016 campaigned and eventually triumphed, and gave
the Gambian people the strength and confidence they needed to stand up and be
counted among the comity of nations.
“We
are under no illusion that this will be an easy road, but with hard work,
commitment and renewed hope that the new government has brought to the country,
we should all embrace this opportunity with open minds.”
The
management and staff of the Ocean Villa Heights Hotel are proud to be able to
continue to improve and develop the little hotel, and help showcase the
diversity, beauty and enthusiasm of “the unique country”, she added.
Raffie
Diab, Managing Director of R&A Company Limited, said he was obliged to come
over and also celebrate with the Ocean Villa Hotel staff, because the victory
was for the Gambian people.
‘’We
have to celebrate, because we have been living in tyranny for 22 years under
Yahya Jammeh,” said Mr Diab, one of the brains behind the #GambiaHasDecided
popular message.
“I
hope this will usher in a new hope for Gambians to use as an opportunity to
reflect on what is needed to be done in the coming years. It is not going to be
easy; we should be very patient, work hard and sacrifice for the best of our
beloved country,” he said.
Ocean
Villa Heights is a small growing boutiques hotel nestled on the cliff tops,
enjoying a panoramic view over a deserted beach in Brufut.
With
seven stylish fully air-conditioned rooms, including a stunning suite and
family rooms, for business or pleasure, the hotel provides a serene spot for
individuals and family members, as well as for those who want to make new
friends.
The
hotel also offers an extensive a la carte menu with al fresco dining, as well
as a bespoke dining area, swimming pool, garden games and direct access to a
pristine beach and VIP bantaba.
