Hotels
Virtuoso welcomes 100+ luxury hotels into preferred partner portfolio
Virtuoso has expanded its worldwide offerings for discerning travellers by welcoming over 100 hotels and resorts into its preferred partner portfolio over the past year. With more than 1,800 preferred hotels and resorts epitomizing luxury, Virtuoso’s savvy clientele flock to its curated collection. Virtuoso’s distinct Hotels & Resorts program encompasses a diverse variety of accommodations, ranging anywhere from expansive properties such as onefinestay’s more than 5,000 villas and residences and the 4,750-room Wynn Las Vegas, to intimate stays like Ladder, a Ted Turner...
Sandals Resorts releases corporate social responsibility report
Family-owned and operated Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of Caribbean-born all-inclusive brands Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts and the not-for-profit Sandals Foundation, has unveiled its Corporate Social Responsibility Report. Offering a sweeping look at the company’s enduring promise to protect and uplift the Caribbean – the place it calls home – the report titled Love Exceeds Expectations showcases more than 40 years of impact, innovation, and stewardship across education, community, and the environment. “Many may not realize that Sandals is a...
Former Kempinski hotel, Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo, shows off new overwater bungalows
When sending your clients on an upmarket experience, Cuba may not always be first in mind. If that assumption is holds true, the newly-opened Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo in Jardines del Rey will show that value doesn't mean compromise. Formerly a part of the Kempinski hotel chain, the property underwent significant renovations before reopening this year in February of this year. With the U.S. dollar continuing to influence the travel habits of many Canadians, clients will start to explore more options to stretch their spend. Cuba has seen a surge in upmarket products...
Silversea shows off first look at exclusive Antarctica hotel in Chile
Silversea has unveiled the first spaces and name of The Cormorant at 55 South, its new 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, scheduled to open during the 2025/2026 Antarctica season. Upon completion, Silversea's new hotel will create the most convenient, comfortable and seamless way to visit Antarctica. "The Cormorant at 55 South is a tribute to the rich culture, breathtaking natural beauty, and storied history of Puerto Williams, immersing guests in their destination before embarking on their journey to Antarctica," said Bert Hernandez, president, Silversea. "Every...
Advisors discover the wonders of Minor Hotels
The team from Minor Hotels, led by Leandro Cruz, Director of Global Sales and Lakshan Samarasinghe, Assistant Director of Sales, welcomed a group of close to 50 travel advisors – all specializing in luxury travel – for a stylish evening of education and networking at the ONE Restaurant in Toronto’s Yorkville neighbourhood last night (April 15). Cruz offered advisors attending the event a ‘deep dive’ into Thailand-based Minor Hotels and its 558 properties in eight brands that are spread out across the globe. Brands include Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Tivoli, NH, NH...
SLS Playa Mujeres shows off new suites
Sophistication gets a bold new address with the debut of SLS Elite at SLS Playa Mujeres, SLS’s first luxury all-inclusive property that debuted in late 2024 along Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Alongside this unveiling, the resort also reveals two spectacular new accommodations, the Luxuriate Two Bedroom Suite and the Three Bedroom Envy Suite, each offering an unmatched blend of escapism and indulgence. Guests booking SLS Elite unlock a tier of refined privileges designed to transform a stay into something truly unforgettable. The experience begins with a check-in inside the...
JW Marriott debuts in Portugal at Palmares Resort
JW Marriott's first Portuguese property has opened at Palmares Ocean Living & Golf, a transformative addition to the celebrated Palmares Ocean Living & Golf resort will feature 172 elegantly appointed rooms and suites with sea views. The hotel's interior design, crafted by the renowned Goddard Littlefair, complements this architectural vision by ensuring a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces. Martin Goddard, director and founder of Goddard Littlefair, added "Our goal was to create interiors that feel deeply connected to the landscape, blending Moorish...
Banyan Tree launches new global wellness program
Banyan Tree has launched Banyan Tree Connections, a private wellbeing immersion for two with movement, mindfulness, and shared rituals that nurture both relationships and inner wellbeing. Available as a supplement to room reservations, the programme will launch in four selected locations—Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru (Maldives), Banyan Tree Phuket (Thailand), Banyan Tree Mayakoba (Mexico), and Banyan Tree Anji (China)—starting May 2025. Each destination offers distinctive experiences that reflect its natural and cultural essence, making every journey unique. Guests will embark on a...