Hotels
Half Moon Debuts Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Jamaica's Half Moon, A RockResort, recently unveiled its multi-million renovation, including the reopening of the historic Sugar Mill Restaurant, along with updates to the lobby – including the addition of Lester’s Café, a new coffee shop, and The Cedar Bar, a newly renovated bar and terrace overlooking the ocean. Nestled in an alcove next to a 17th-century water mill is the renovated Sugar Mill. Helmed by Chef de Cuisine Christopher Golding – named “Best Chef in Jamaica” – the restaurant now serves Wagyu beef, known for its distinctive flavour and tenderness perfected by...
Best Western Posts Impressive Results
Best Western Hotels & Resorts continues to demonstrate a track record of tremendous financial performance with an average RevPAR index of 110 over the past four years – 100 represents fair market share versus competitors in measuring revenue per available room. Additionally, the brand continues to reach other milestones including generating revenue of $4.0 billion in North America, realizing $1.4 billion in revenue from its central reservation system and the brand’s loyalty program, Best Western Rewards® drove $1.5 billion to North American hotels. Commenting on the results,...
On the Road at Grand Velas Riviera Maya
“Canadians have a way of thinking of Mexico not as a destination, but as a week far away from the cold,” says Juan Vela, VP of Velas Resorts, pictured. While escaping winter may be a key factor to many getaways, he says the variety of things visitors can do while in Mexico make it a year round destination. “The quality of hotels and the experiences that you can get in Mexico is superior to anything you’d find in the Caribbean,” he says. On site at Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Vela told Press Today that Canada is a top international market (along with the USA) for the...
W Hits the Slopes of Aspen
W Hotels Worldwide will debut its second alpine escape – and first in North America – with the W Aspen and The Sky Residences at W Aspen slated to open in time for the 2017 winter ski season. W Aspen, formerly the Sky Hotel, will be situated at the base of Aspen Mountain and provide skiers the ability to ski right into the hotel. The mountain chalet will offer 88 guestrooms (including six suites) and 11 W-branded fractional residences. The hotel will feature an oversized split level Living Room (the brand’s alternative to the staid hotel lobby), a 1,600-square-foot outdoor...
DoubleTree by Hilton Opens New Hotel in London
DoubleTree by Hilton has opened its newest property in London – the 260-room DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel, located in the heart of London's up-and-coming financial hub. Featuring 31 deluxe rooms and 35 suites, the hotel gives the brand more than 25 properties across the U.K. The new property offers views of London's Royal Victoria Dock and is conveniently located near Canary Wharf, London ExCel, The O2, London City Airport and the Emirates Air Line Cable Car. Facilities include the 112-seat DoubleTree Restaurant, the DoubleTree Lounge Bar, fitness centre and two contemporary...
Packaging Puppy Love
The Cypress Inn in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California has launched a two-month long salute to pooches of all shapes and sizes, with the offer featuring both value-priced accommodation and a host of perks for pups. Available from Feb. 1 to March 31, 2016, the Cypress Inn's Puppy Love package has rates starting at $225 double. An iconic landmark since 1929 and part of the elite collection of Carmel Boutique Inns, Cypress Inn is co-owned by legendary Hollywood actress and animal rights enthusiast Doris Day. The 44-guest room property is located just blocks from Carmel Beach and walking...
AMResorts Celebrates Opening
AMResorts continues to grow its Secrets Resorts & Spas brand with the recent opening of the Secrets Playa Bonita Panama Resort & Spa at the beginning of January 2016. The property is located minutes from Panama City off the Pacific coast. The adults-only resort offers oceanfront views and private balconies in each of its 310 rooms. Secrets Playa Bonita Panama features the company's “Unlimited–Luxury” vacation concept where everything is included. As well, the resort has 20,000 square feet of event space and a dedicated team of planners to help with an array of group...
Why Do We Vacation?
The Atlantis, Paradise Island resort in The Bahamas is offering some answers to the question “Why Do We Vacation” in a newly launched advertising and branding campaign. (Click Here To Check It Out) In conjunction with creative agency GoConvergence (GOCO), Atlantis created, developed and produced the innovative concept that taps into consumers' emotions and helps them answer an important question they may not have considered in the past. The campaign is designed to create bite-sized pieces of content that resonate in a world where consumers are overwhelmed with content and have...