BET Founder Plans Luxury In Liberia
The Washington Post has an interesting piece on BET founder-turned-billionaire developer/financier, Robert L. Johnson's plans for Liberia. His RLJ Kendeja Resorts & Villas will be an $8 million, 85-room, four-star resort on the Atlantic coast of northern Africa, near the capital of Liberia. It's a bold move to establish an upscale resort in a country that is struggling with the aftermath of 13 years of civil war and economic turmoil. The hotel, which is planned to open next March will be the first hotel built in 20 years. The beachfront hotel will also have a restaurant, tennis courts, a spa, health club and swimming pool. There will also be security measures including guards, infrared motion detectors and bulletproof glass and the tennis court can be turned into a helipad in case of emergency. Rates will be in the $150-$200 range and Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is expected to host the first guests.
