IRVING, Texas, Aug. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Omni Hotels is hanging up on phone
books for good. The luxury hotel brand announced today that it will
immediately recycle its current stock of approximately 30,000 phone books and
eliminate future use of phone books at all of its properties.
"Saying goodbye to phone books means Omni Hotels will preserve
approximately 217,200 pounds of paper each year," said Richard Maxfield,
senior vice president of operations for Omni Hotels. "Our goal is to preserve
more than 18,000 trees over the next decade. We feel good about the impact
this initiative will have on the environment."
With this move, Omni estimates it will save the following resources
typically needed to produce the 60,000 phone books the hotels receive each
year:
-- 217 barrels of oil per year
-- 760,200 gallons of water per year
-- 445,260 kilowatts of energy per year
Omni found that today's guests are less and less likely to use phone
books. Instead travelers are more accustom to seeking information online or
asking a knowledgeable local resource. Phone books will still be available
upon request through the concierge, in the business centers and next to the
public phones in the hotels. For added convenience, Omni will also begin
providing complimentary local directory assistance calls.
About Omni Hotels
Omni Hotels creates compelling, memorable guest experiences by tempting
the senses in innovative ways, surrounding them with a balanced blend of
scents, sounds, sights, textures and tastes. Omni Hotels offers luxury
accommodations at 43 hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and
leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa
retreats to dynamic business settings, each location features four-diamond
services, including award-winning signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity
and unique fitness options. Omni's mission for total customer service is
further supported by its "Power of One" program that empowers associates to
make on-the-spot decisions to meet or exceed guest expectations. Guests can
locate hotels and book accommodations by visiting http://www.omnihotels.com or
by calling 1-800-THE-OMNI.
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