Destinations
Sandals Royal Barbados Makes A Splash
Sandals Resorts International has opened its newest property – the all-suite Sandals Royal Barbados, its second resort on the island. Featuring 222 concierge and butler-level suites, including Sandals’ signature Rondoval, Millionaire Butler, Skypool and Crystal Lagoon Swim-Up suite concepts, the new-build also introduces three new restaurants, the brand’s first rooftop infinity pool, gentlemen’s barbershop and a four-lane bowling alley. “Every new resort we develop stands on the shoulders of what came before. We keep getting better and better and for us, right now –...
Lights On! Anguilla Lit For Christmas
Anguilla’s remarkable recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Irma entered a new phase this week with the restoration of electrical power across the island, just in time for the Christmas season. The island’s power company ANGLEC is delivering on its campaign slogan, “Lights before Christmas!” as the island welcomes visitors this winter. Almost 600 rooms are available on island this holiday season, comprised of a wide selection of villas, small hotels and holiday apartment rentals. Among the properties open for the winter are the CeBlue Resort in Crocus Hill; Carimar Beach...
Paris Top Luxury Destination for 2017
Paris, the global hub of art, fashion and culture, is the most popular destination for luxury travellers in 2017, according to a recent survey by luxury travel web site, LuxuryHotelsGuides.com. The survey is sourced on data from more than million visitors in 2017. Dubai, New York, London and Singapore round out the top five destinations for luxury travellers, according to the survey. Besides Dubai, another city in the UAE, Abu Dhabi also made the list. The city has recently opened the Louvre and has a range of high end resorts and attractions under development. Overall, three...
Goway Introduces New Rwanda Gorilla Trek
Goway is offering a new Rwanda gorilla trekking departure as part of its Africa and the Middle East program for 2018. Africa Experts at Goway have secured 16 gorilla trekking permits for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit Rwanda from March 15-18. Once there, Globetrotters have the chance to view mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. “Spending time with the gorillas is truly a life changing experience,” says Kirsty Perring, acting general manager of Africa and the Middle East for Goway. “Only a select few will ever get to witness these elusive mammals.” The...
GLP Invites Agents to Discover Norway
GLP Worldwide is offering qualified agents the “World’s Most Beautiful Voyage” along Norway’s fjord-filled coast during a May 6-16, 2018 fam on Hurtigruten’s MS Kong Harald. Beginning high above the Arctic Circle in Kirkenes, the cruise will sail down south along the fjord-filled coast of Norway visiting ports of call including Trondheim – Norway’s first Capital, the North Cape, and finishing in the Hanseatic port of Bergen. Agents will sail on the recently refurbished 590-passenger MS Kong Harold. Agents who attend the familiarization trip will learn all about...
Insight Puts the Spotlight on Britain
Insight Vacations has named Britain as its December Destination Spotlight of the month. During December, Canadian clients can save 10% on two featured British itineraries, the 12-day Best of Britain and 13-day Elegance of Great Britain by booking and paying in full by Jan. 11, as well as on other select UK Premium Journeys including Ireland and Scotland. “We are thrilled to feature Britain as this month’s Destination Spotlight so soon after the flurry of activity that’s been inspiring clients to join the 2018 royal celebrations,” said Brad Ford, president of Insight...
‘New’ Club Med Turkoise Set To Open Jan. 31
A fully renovated Club Med Turkoise in the Turks & Caicos will reopen Jan. 31. Eighty new Deluxe rooms have also been added to the resort. Other highlights include an infinity pool and a renovated Blue Coral main bar, for all-day poolside refreshments, pre-dinner drinks and after-hour...
Whale Sharks a Natural Attraction in Isla Holbox
Bucket list travel has become a huge trend with travellers, and one item on many lists is swimming alongside whale sharks, the largest fish in the sea. Between June and September each year, the largest aggregations of whale shark in the world can be found off the coast of Isla Holbox, Mexico, also known as Isla Mujeres, making it an ideal spot for sightings and interactions. While whale sharks grow up to 40 feet long and weigh up to 20,000 pounds, officials say they are harmless, plankton eaters, making swimming with these exotic creatures a must when planning a trip to...