For International women’s day, Relais and Châteaux is proud to celebrate the women behind the association, their skills, their strengths and their vision.
Relais & Châteaux first came about when eight independent businesses joined forces to share their vision of the art of living and to build friendly, lasting relationships based on the passion of their mutual profession.
Hospitality, a universal value “A hospitable place enables you to unwind almost as soon as you step in. It is a place that harmoniously combines simplicity and comfort. As the guest moves through the hotel, they see sincere, spontaneous smiles every step of the way.” This vision of hospitality, in the words of Patricia Biancarelli of the Relais and Châteaux Grand Hôtel de Cala Rossa and Spa in Porto Vecchio (France), who was awarded the Woman of the Year Trophy 2022 by Relais and Châteaux is, above all, about the human touch.
In India, Anjali Singh states, “Teams must be structured, organized, and united, which enables everyone to enjoy their turn at getting a vacation or days off. That time is so essential for their well being, and yet our sector requires someone to be present seven days a week, 24 hours a day.”
With respect to a new approach to recruiting at Relais and Châteaux , Singh says “That change is essential, In order to recruit female workers and build their loyalty, it is necessary to provide them with a secure, positive, ethical work setting. We are personally committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, since the example needs to be set at the highest level. And we are sure that the trend is slowly but surely moving in the right direction.”
