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ZHIWA LING HERITAGE RECOGNIZED WITH

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2017 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD

“#12 TOP HOTEL IN ASIA”

THE WORLD’S BEST HOTELS, RESORTS, CITIES, ISLANDS, AIRLINES, AIRPORTS AND CRUISE LINES

Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its 30th annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Zhiwa Ling Heritage recognized as the #12 Top Hotel In Asia, with a score of 95.6.

“What a delight Zhiwa Ling Heritage Hotel in Paro has been selected in the Condé Nast readers choice awards 2017. Huge credit to the Zhiwa Ling team and thank you to everyone who voted. Because of your votes, we’re ranked 12th on Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the best 50 hotels in Asia!”

Over 300,000 readers submitted millions of ratings and tens of thousands of comments, voting on a record-breaking 7,320 hotels and resorts, 610 cities, 225 islands, 468 cruise ships, 158 airlines, and 195 airports.

What makes Zhiwa Ling Heritage special is its architecture, location and faithfulness to Bhutanese tradition and culture. Set on 10 acres in the Paro Valley, every part of the hotel is handmade, from the massive hand-carved wooden beams to the colourful, hand-painted ceilings and walls. To this day, Zhiwa Ling Heritage is wholly Bhutanese owned and staffed.

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry and are commonly known as “the best of the best of travel.” Under Editor in Chief Pilar Guzmán, the Readers’ Choice Awards have become more selective and specific to the passions that inspire today’s travelers.

The Readers’ Choice Awards are announced in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler, on newsstands nationwide on October 24, 2017. The full list is published exclusively online, at www.CNTraveler.com/rca.

About Zhiwa Ling Heritage

Zhiwa Ling Heritage is a 5 star hotel in Paro, Bhutan living in harmony with nature, culture and tradition. The hotel comprises 45 suites in total spread across eight cottages linked to the main building by an attractive pathway. Guests have full access to a number of onsite experiences including the in-house temple, tea house and meditation house where regular yoga classes are held. The hotel also boasts two restaurants, a large conference room and meeting space, and a divine spa therapy service for weary travelers. Stay, Relax, and Restore at Zhiwa Ling Heritage today. www.zhiwaling.com

About Condé Nast Traveler

 As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. Condé Nast Traveler is the most trusted and celebrated name in travel with 6 National Magazine Award wins and 26 nominations in its 28-year history. Advertising Age named Pilar Guzmán Editor of the Year in 2014 and CNTraveler.com attained 4 Webby Awards since 2015. www.cntraveler.com

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Erin Kaplan – 212 286 2479 Erin_Kaplan@condenast.com