Bangkok, Thailand, May 16, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels (BWH), the leading global hotel network consisting of WorldHotels, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels, was pleased to welcome Mrs. Yllana Marie Aduana, one of Southeast Asia's most inspiring women and the reigning "Miss Earth-Air", to the Best Western Ratchada Hotel, its stylish hotel in the heart of Bangkok.

Ms. Aduana visited the Thai capital to accept her latest award at the Thailand International Leadership Awards 2024 on April 27. She was recognized for her exceptional contributions as "Asia's Most Influential Young Environmentalist" and received the prestigious "Exceptional Award for Outstanding Advocate of Beauty Education of the Year".

This is the latest award for Ms. Aduana, who won the title of "Miss Philippines Earth" in 2023. A dedicated conservationist and social activist, she is the co-founder of "Edukasyon for Every Juan," a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental education.

“With our ‘Earth, People, Community’ initiative, BWH is committed to a deep dedication to environmentally friendly and community-oriented business practices. This ethos shapes our entire company, and I am delighted that Ms. Aduana, a pioneer in sustainable change and empowerment, has recognized this and decided to stay with us,” said Rodney Simpson, Managing Director – Operations, BWH Hotels.

About BWH Hotels: BWH Hotels is a leading global hotel company with three hotel brands: WorldHotels, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay® Hotels. The company operates approximately 4,300 hotels in over 100 countries and territories worldwide*. With 18 brands across all price segments – from economy to luxury – BWH Hotels meets the needs of developers and guests in every market. *These figures are approximate, subject to change, and include hotels currently in the development pipeline.