Hotels & Resorts
Hotel Zoo Set for Return
Behind the prestigious façade at 25 Kurfürstendamm in Berlin, a 100-year-old legend is primed for its comeback. After two years of restoration, this fall will see the return of Hotel Zoo. Built in 1891 as a private residence for an affluent family and converted to a hotel in 1911, the new Hotel Zoo returns the old-time glamour of 1920’s Berlin Bohème. According to officials, the modern update of the hotel, in the re-invisioned City West, “eases the iconic property from yesterday’s Berlin to tomorrow’s.” Today’s incarnation of the regal townhouse peels back the layers...
Delta Named Hotelier at Calgary International
Delta Hotels and Resorts reports it will open a new four-star full-service hotel in Calgary, showcasing its reinvigorated brand through modern design and innovation. Slated to open in conjunction with the airport’s new international terminal, the new Delta Calgary International Airport is located within the terminal complex currently under construction. The Delta Calgary International Airport will offer direct guest access to the hotel lobby from the international terminal’s flight arrival and departures levels and vehicle access at the departures level. The new hotel will...
Hard Rock Heading to Los Cabos
Hard Rock International is heading to the shores of Mexico with the Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos set to open in 2016. The 600-room property marks the brand’s fourth Mexican destination and aligns with the company’s aggressive international growth strategy. The property will offer both family friendly and adult-only sections. The all-inclusive resort will feature a modern interpretation of Spanish architecture throughout its six restaurants and multiple pool sites, in addition to the Hard Rock vibe. The resort will also roll out the red carpet for guests with live music...
Sweet Suite
Moscow's Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy has opened its most luxurious Penthouse Suite. With a total of 2,927 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space, the suite showcases spectacular views of the capital of Russia from the 19th floor of the hotel. It offers opulent, yet comfortable spaces for living, working and entertaining. The largest suite at the Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy features a big entry hall, a spacious living room, a bedroom with a king size bed and a walk-in wardrobe, a kitchen and a luxurious marbled bathroom with a full-size, egg-shaped bathtub and a separate shower and...
Couples Invited to ‘Test Drive’ their WeddingMoon
Engaged couples can now book a “trial” two-night stay at any Sandals resort or Beaches resort to “test drive” their WeddingMoon. “Test Drive” rates vary by resort and begin at US$250 per night for travel between now and Dec. 19. Couples will also receive a credit of up to US$700 when they book their WeddingMoon group of 10 rooms or more. This special credit is applicable for new WeddingMoon bookings made after the couple returns from their “test drive” for travel through 2016. The Test Drive package includes round-trip airport transfers, luxurious accommodations, a...
Oasis Gives Agents a Chance to Win $1,500 Prize
Cancun's Oasis Hotels & Resorts is ready to launch its new Travel Agent Gateway with a celebration that offers agents the opportunity to become certified Oasis Specialists – and to register in hopes of winning a cash incentive of $1,500. To enter the drawing, agents need to become familiar with the tools and offers on the OasisConnect.ca web site, successfully complete both Oasis Specialist training modules, and register with OasisConnect.ca. Once they’ve done all that and accepted the sweepstakes terms and conditions, registered agents can look forward to an Nov. 30...
Unveiling the World’s Best-Reviewed Hotels
Expedia.ca has released the Expedia 2014 Insiders’ Select rankings, an annual crowd-sourced list of the world’s best-reviewed hotels. The Insiders’ Select list recognizes the top-ranked hotels available worldwide on Expedia.ca as judged by nearly two million annual verified guest reviews and in-house experts. Hotels that consistently deliver value, in the form of competitive pricing, pristine amenities and superior customer service, will see that commitment rewarded in their ranking. The exclusive 2014 list designates only 650 hotels as Insiders’ Select properties, from...
Sabre Renews Agreement with Hilton
Sabre Corporation has renewed its technology agreement with Hilton Worldwide to market and sell its inventory in the Sabre global distribution system (GDS). Hilton Worldwide is one of the largest and fastest growing hospitality companies in the world, with 4,112 hotels, resorts and timeshare properties comprising more than 685,000 rooms in 92 countries and territories. Hilton’s premier portfolio of brands includes luxury hotel brands, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Conrad Hotels & Resorts; full-service hotel brands, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton and...