Palladium Hotel Group Recognized for Entertainment

Image: PHOTO: Infinity Pool at TRS Yucatan (photo courtesy Palladium Hotel Group)
Image: PHOTO: Infinity Pool at TRS Yucatan (photo courtesy Palladium Hotel Group)
TravelPulse Staff
by TravelPulse Staff
Last updated: 4:44 PM ET, Fri September 21, 2018

WHY IT RATES: Palladium's TRS Yucatan Hotel was honored with a Crystal Apple Award for Best Entertainment. -Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Senior Writer


Palladium Hotel Group's commitment to guest satisfaction received one of the travel industry's top designations as TRS Yucatan Hotel, located in Riviera Maya, Mexico, earned the "Best Entertainment" Crystal Apple Award. The recognition was announced during Apple Vacations' black-tie gala at Chicago's Adler Planetarium September 10, 2018.

The Crystal Apple Award was born to honor industry leaders in quality and innovation for various travel and hospitality categories. Since 1990, Apple Vacations has been honoring hotels that earned exceptional ratings on their post-vacation surveys through their Golden Apple Award program.

Palladium Hotel Group's CEO, Abel Matutes Prats, received the award during the gala. "The Crystal Apple Award bestowed on TRS Yucatan Hotel for the 'Best Entertainment' is truly a testament to the talented performers of CHIC Cabaret & Restaurant, the enthusiastic POP entertainment team, and every member of our hard-working staff who ensures that each guest has a memorable vacation," said Matutes Prats.

An adults-only, all-inclusive property, TRS Yucatan Hotel offers the privacy and personalized service of a small VIP resort with the amenities and services of a larger hotel. Situated on the stunning beaches of the Mexican Caribbean, TRS Yucatan Hotel offers exclusive guest amenities, personalized 24/7 butler service, complimentary access to the hydrotherapy areas at Zentropia Palladium Spa & Wellness and a private section of the beach. Additionally, guests have privileged access to the adjacent Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts in the Riviera Maya.

The hallmark of TRS Yucatan Hotel's entertainment program is Chic Cabaret & Restaurant. So much more than dinner and a show, Chic Cabaret & Restaurant is an exquisite multiple-course meal, enjoyed while absorbing breathtaking acrobatics, stunning choreography and music from all genres. After just opening in December, it ranks among the top restaurants of more than 1,000 options in the Playa del Carmen region.

According to travel agents, the Golden Apple designation builds consumer confidence and has a major influence on purchase decisions. Among the 220 hotels recognized with a 2018 Golden Apple Award for high levels of excellence, are the following Palladium Hotel Group properties:

Riviera Maya, Mexico
Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa
Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa
Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa
TRS Yucatan Hotel

Montego Bay, Jamaica
Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa
Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites Resort & Spa
Grand Palladium Palace Resort, Spa & Casino
TRS Turquesa Hotel


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