PHILIPSBURG:--- Today, during a special ceremony at the newly renamed Scenery Hotel, various stakeholders gathered to celebrate the achievement of reaching the highest point of construction for the new establishment. The event took place in the newly constructed area that will house the restaurant/lounge area, with representatives from PMCN, PCN, QBR, Saba Tourism Bureau, and other invited guests in attendance.
Harold Blijleven of PMCN expressed gratitude to PES and the dedicated workforce behind the construction, guided by QBR. He also thanked the board of PCN for their local investments and paid tribute to the late Garvis Hassell, a former employee of Scout’s Place who provided valuable input and advice for the project.
Stanley Peterson of QBR shared his pride and appreciation for the collaborative efforts that made the hotel possible, highlighting the perseverance and hard work that exemplify the Saban spirit. He noted that the hotel will stand as a lasting legacy for future generations on Saba.
Stanley Peterson of QBR also shared sentiments of pride and appreciation for the collaborative efforts of all those involved in the construction of the hotel. He noted that through the long nights and hard work dedicated to this project, the ‘Saban attitude to push through and persevere to get the job done’ remains the driving force.
Malinda Hassell, Head of the Saba Tourism Bureau, expressed optimism about the island’s tourism future with the opening of the Scenery Hotel. She emphasized that this luxury boutique hotel will enhance Saba’s appeal and further position the island as a premier tourist destination.
Following the ceremony, guests had the opportunity to view additional artist impressions of the hotel, including designs for the lounge, hotel rooms, and cottages.
