ROSALIE, Dominica — Rosalie Bay Resort, an eco-luxury and wellness retreat on Dominica, has just received a 2012 TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months. The 28-room Rosalie Bay Resort is currently among the top three hotels on Dominica on TripAdvisor and was recognized for maintaining a perfect 5.0 rating.

“Rosalie Bay Resort is excited to be honored with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Oscar Lora, General Manager of Rosalie Bay Resort. “We strive to offer our guests a unique and memorable experience. This accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveler reviews on TripAdvisor and recognizes the hard work of our staff members.”

“TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travelers on the site,” said Christine Petersen, President of TripAdvisor for Business. “The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. From exceptional accommodations in Beijing to remarkable restaurants in Boston, we want to applaud these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travelers a great customer experience.” (Source: Julie Harper, Madigan Pratt & Associates)