Hotels
Meliá Hotels Mostly 100% Operational
Meliá Hotels International reports that its hotels in Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, the Bahamas, Orlando and Miami are 100% operational following Hurricane Irma. In Cuba, the most significant damage occurred on the northern coast, mainly in The Cayos. Customers from these areas who did not return to their countries of origin prior to the hurricane were promptly transferred to hotels in safer tourist centres and cities such as Camagüey, Varadero, Havana, Trinidad and Cienfuegos, with “impeccable implementation of evacuation protocols.” The hotels in Havana, Holguin,...
Beaches Turks & Caicos Closed Until December
After a thorough assessment of the work that needs to be done at Beaches Turks & Caicos following Hurricane Irma, Sandals Resorts International has announced that the resort will remain closed and will begin accepting guests on Dec. 14. Guests affected by the temporary closure may choose to be re-accommodated at Beaches Resorts in Jamaica or to any available Sandals resort during this period, or reschedule their travel dates to return to Beaches Turks & Caicos. “It is with tremendous relief and gratitude that I can share with you that our guests and team at Beaches Turks...
AMRewards Makes It Easier For Agents
AMResorts has introduced a number of innovations to AMRewards -- the company’s travel agent loyalty program. The new booking engine makes it easier than ever for agents to redeem their points for a stay at one of AMResorts’ 52 properties. Jan LaPointe, vice-president of strategic planning retail sales North America for AMRewards and sales & marketing for Canada, observed, “Since we launched AMRewards three years ago, every enhancement has been developed based on our travel agent community and advisory board’s valuable feedback. This booking engine gives agents the power to...
Days Inn Opening
Realstar Hospitality has announced the opening of its newest Days Inn in 100 Mile House, British Columbia. Centrally located off Highway 97 between Vancouver and Prince George. The new construction hotel offers 39 guest rooms with 40” flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi access, mini-fridge and microwave. Guests can enjoy the convenience of nearby restaurants, a free Daybreak Café breakfast, free guest parking and pets are always welcome. Nearby attractions include 108 Mile Ranch Heritage Site, 100 Mile Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, Centennial Park & Bridge Creek, Alpaca Story...
InterContinental Salutes TIFF
Throughout TIFF 2017, Azure Restaurant & Bar at the InterContinental Toronto Centre will be offering guests a stylish TIFF touch by serving the festive cocktail, A Toast to TIFF. The cocktail was designed to be an easy-to-make, at home treat for movie-goers who may not have the time to catch a TIFF flick (see recipe below). TIFF runs from Sept. 7-17. A Toast to TIFF recipe: Grand Marnier - 1 oz., Campari - 1/2 oz., sparkling wine (Kew from Niagara) - 3 oz., garnish - orange wedge, glass – wine. Method: Put ice cubes in a wine glass, add sparkling wine, Grand Marnier and...
‘Wow’ Factor
Paradisus, Melia's luxury brand, is setting a new standard in all-inclusive resorts with its ninth property, Paradisus Los Cabos in Mexico's Baja peninsula, reports Ashley Rochefort in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. “We want to build memories for our guests through unique 'wow' moments,” explains Marcela Monge, Guest Experience Director, Paradisus Los Cabos. “We have an opportunity at this property to create a new standard in luxury, to set new trends, giving guests what they want before they know they want it.” A US$35M refurbishment converted the original...
Blue Mountain Introduces ‘All-Inclusive’ Adventure Package
Ontario's Blue Mountain Resort has introduced an all-inclusive style “Play All Day Adventure Package” for overnight guests. Historically known as a ski resort, Blue Mountain has evolved into a four-season destination with hotel accommodations, a pedestrian village filled with shops and restaurants and a variety of outdoor attractions. The Play All Day package is available to overnight guests through Oct. 5 and gives them unlimited access to all of Blue Mountain’s attractions. Guests are provided with a Play All Day wristband that will grant them easy access to adventures...
Hurricane Irma Forces Closure of Zoëtry Resort
As a precautionary measure due to Hurricane Irma's possible impact on the Dominican Republic, AMAResorts has announced that Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana is closing operations effective this morning. All guests currently on the property are being transported to Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa. As well, AMAResorts' inclement weather policy for in-house or arriving guests is in effect and applies to guests travelling to and from the following properties: Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana; Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa; Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana; Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa;...