Hotels & Resorts
A New Dimension
Riu Hotels & Resorts' latest venture in Aruba has given the island an added dimension when seeking to attract the all-inclusive-vacation crowd, reports staff writer, Ian Stalker in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. The 482-room Riu Antilles, which opened in mid-October, is an adults-only all-inclusive, the first all-inclusive on the island for adults alone, tourism authorities note. Riu's other Aruba property is an all-inclusive that welcomes children and the two properties underscore growing lodging choices for visitors, says Ronella Tjin Asjoe-Croes, CEO of the...
An Influential Pick
Dorothy Dowling, senior vice president of marketing and sales for Best Western International, has been named the 27th most influential CMO in the world in the Forbes/Appinion CMO Influence Study. The third annual study evaluates the highest-ranking marketing officers from the Forbes Global 500 Largest Companies list. The honorees include individuals from top global brands, including Apple, Ralph Lauren and General Motors. Dowling is one of just two hotel marketing leaders on this year’s list. Commenting on the recognition, Dowling said: “It is a significant honour to be named to...
Save With Sheraton Gateway Toronto
The Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto International Airport is offering its guests an opportunity to get their vacation off to a hassle free start. In fact the hotel – which is directly connected to the airport – is also letting guests leave their coats and boots at the hotel while they jet off to sunnier locales this winter. Vacationers who book before Dec. 1, 2014, are being offered special savings for the hotel’s holiday and vacation stopover package with parking right at the airport included for up to 15 days (valued at $196). Priced from $213 per night, the package offers...
Start Spreading The News
Book now and save, that's the message from NYC & Company to travellers looking to spend some time in New York City during January, February and March 2015. New York City's official marketing, tourism and partnership organization points out that by doing so, visitors will be able to take advantage of restaurant and theatre savings, along with lower hotel room rates. Plus, there's plenty of special events, including NYC Restaurant Week, which runs from Feb. 16 to March 6, with reservations opening on Feb. 2. During Broadway Week, from Jan. 20 to Feb. 5 (tickets go on sale Jan. 9)...
Memorable Holidays
Transat is spreading the word about a number of new developments rolled out by Palladium Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Mexico recently. Palladium Hotels & Resorts continues to invest in its properties to provide new and improved experiences for guests, ranging from renovated suites, more bars and restaurants, family-friendly pools and waterparks and adult-only pools and swim-up bars. For more than 20 years, Transat and Palladium have been working together to provide consumers with unique and enhanced vacation packages. Exclusive to Transat...
A Landmark Contest
A stunning new landmark is rising up in downtown Toronto. It's your last chance to win a stay at the new 46 storey, 567 guest room Delta Toronto, the first purpose-built four-star property constructed in the city in two decades. Opening November 27 and located in Toronto's coolest new neighbourhood, the exciting South Core or SoCo district, Delta Toronto is close to attractions like CN Tower, Ripley's Aquarium, Rogers Centre, and Air Canada Centre. It also has quick access to transportation hubs like Toronto City Centre Airport, Union Station, and direct access to the PATH...
Inspired Savings
Participating Starwood Hotels & Resorts in New York City and New Jersey are offering savings of up to 20% on upgraded rooms and suites on stays completed by March 31, 2015. The rates are offered at more than 25 participating Westin, Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, W, Aloft, Element and Luxury Collection hotels across the New York City and New Jersey area. As a part of the offer, upgraded rooms and suites will be available up to 20% off of the standard bookable rates at the hotel. Upgrades vary based on the room type and property, with higher room categories offering more...
AMResorts Enters Costa Rica Market
AMResorts has officially opened its first property in Costa Rica and 34th overall – Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica. The introduction of this flagship hotel for the Dreams Resorts & Spas brand marks another milestone for AMResorts, as the company enters its fifth country as part of an aggressive growth plan, including the introduction of five resorts in 2014. The northern Guanacaste region of Costa Rica, where the resort is located, has natural and cultural landmarks. Dreams Las Mareas is on a white-sand beach amidst a jungle. The 447-suite resort features a contemporary design,...