Hotels
ACV Offers Cosmopolitan Specials
From now until the end of the year, Air Canada Vacations (ACV) is offering travellers four special deals on bookings at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, including discounts and free nights, and complimentary breakfast. With the “Make Waves and Steal Glances” promotion, when clients book a minimum two-night stay by Sept. 30, they will receive a free pool gift bag full of summer necessities and unique Cosmopolitan inclusions. The Luxury for Longer promotion offers a 15% discount on three-night stays or longer for bookings made by April 30. This offer is valid for travel until Dec....
Luxury Without Attitude
Luxury without the attitude. That's what the Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa – the Cayman Islands' first new property in more than a decade -- is all about, reports PressToday's Ashley Rochefort, who's having a first hand look at both the resort and the destination this week. Welcoming its first guests in November 2016, the brand new Seafire is changing the way luxury accommodation is delivered. Customer reviews since opening have praised personal connections between staff and guests. As Steven Andre, Seafire general manager explains, “it's about tying in what's special about...
Hampton by Hilton Debuts in Cancun
Hampton by Hilton has opened its first property in Cancun, Mexico. Owned by Hoteles Parks Hospitality and managed by Hilton, Hampton Inn by Hilton Cancun Cumbres is a 141-room new build, located in Pabellon Cumbres Mall. The hotel is located 11 km from Cancun International Airport and features room with one king or two queen-sized beds and walk-in showers. Suites feature more space and a sofa bed. Amenities includes free WiFi, HDTV with in-room movie channels and a coffeemaker. Hampton Inn by Hilton Cancun Cumbres offers guests a free, hot breakfast and a 24-hour HUB that...
Riu Opens in Portugal
RIU Hotels & Resorts has reopened the ClubHotel Riu Guarana in Portugal following its renovation. The all-inclusive resort is located in the Algarve, a few metres from Praia de Falesia. The hotel's 500 rooms are spread over two buildings and were recently updated. The hotel's common spaces, such as the reception area and lobby, were also renovated as were the swimming pools – two outdoor, one indoor, and one for kids – and the Jacuzzi area. The renovation also included all bars and restaurants. Guests will be able to continue to enjoy shows and live music, practice sports...
Karisma Names Transat Preferred Partner of the Month
Karisma Hotels & Resorts has announced that Transat has been selected as the “Karisma Preferred Partner” for the month of April. Karisma's Preferred Partner program highlights a different partner each month, offering a variety of special activities to “drive excitement and motivation while providing training on Karisma Hotels & Resorts and the Gourmet Inclusive Experience.” Partners that are chosen to participate enjoy a range of benefits, including training support, sales incentives and assistance, weekly contests, web, social media and press exposure. The training,...
Agent Special
The Crane Luxury Resort in Barbados is offering travel agents an opportunity to experience the property with special rates throughout the summer and fall of 2017. Approved agents travelling between April 22 and Dec. 23 can book a Junior Garden Suite for US$185 per night, a One Bedroom Ocean View Suite for US$270 per night or a One Bedroom Ocean View Suite with a Plunge Pool for US$330 per night. Prices include breakfast daily and all taxes and service charges. As an added bonus, agents arriving on Saturdays and staying for seven nights will receive one night free. To take...
Edmonton Canada’s New Travel Hot Spot?
Canada is a popular travel destination and according to Hotels.com's 2016 Hotel Price Index (HPI) Edmonton is trending as one of the country's hot spots. The 2016 HPI listed Edmonton as the third most popular destination for Canadians, just behind Toronto and Montreal. The city has been gaining popularity over the last few years – in 2013 it was ranked #5 in the HPI. However, average hotel prices in the province haven’t caught up with its stellar reputation, so the city offers a lot in value. While Toronto and Montreal averaged nightly hotel prices at $167 in 2016, Edmonton’s...
Hilton Invites The World To Celebrate Earth Hour
Hilton is celebrating Earth Hour (8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., March 25) – the worldwide movement for the planet organized by the World Wildlife Fund – with the launch of a global social media contest. Building on the core theme of Earth Hour – turning off the lights for an hour to save energy – contestants are invited to submit a photo and caption showing how they celebrated the event. The grand prize includes travel and accommodation, including a five-night stay at the Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre in Iceland. Submissions must include #EarthHour and...