Hotels & Resorts
On The Road at Beaches Key West Opening
Beaches Resorts officially launched the newest addition to its flagship resort in the Turks & Caicos Islands on May 18 with a gala ribbon-cutting ceremony that attracted dignitaries from across the Caribbean, including Jamaican prime minister Portia Simpson-Miller. PressToday's Mike Baginski reports that a long list of speakers used the forum to discuss Caribbean nationalism and economics, both local and international politics, and seek (and even pray for) further investment by Sandals Resorts International in their constituencies; but mostly to fete SRI chairman Gordon "Butch"...
‘Expect Even More’ From Delta
A new brand campaign from Delta Hotels and Resorts is inviting Canadians to “Expect Even More” from the 52-year-old Canadian hotel company. With new room designs, new properties, and new programs and services coming on board, officials say Delta is working harder than ever to exceed guest expectations. Delta Hotels and Resorts is embarking on a major national campaign promising Canadians to “expect even more” when they check in to a Delta hotel or resort. The campaign launched yesterday (May 15) across major broadcast and online media networks in Canada. “We’re returning...
Sandals Announces New Series of Wedding Webinars
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts has introduced a new webinar exclusively for travel agents focusing on wedding celebrations. The informative webinar will provide several new updates on the WeddingMoons program for 2014, including new colour palettes and new promotional offers that will help agents further target destination weddings and grow their business in this lucrative market. Renewal of vows and honeymoons at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts will also be covered in the online session. The complimentary webinar takes place every Friday (May 16 through June 27) at 2 p.m....
Sandals Barbados Available for Bookings
Following a temporary closure to undertake a wide-ranging, US$65 million enhancement program, Sandals Barbados will reopen its doors on Jan. 28, 2015. Effective immediately, agents can now book guests a Luxury Included stay at Sandals Barbados for travel starting from that date. “The plans for Sandals Barbados are thrilling and our guests can’t wait to book these rooms,” said Gordon “Butch” Stewart, chairman of Sandals Resorts International. “We couldn’t be more excited to ‘Sandalize’ this resort and know that it will complement the stunning beach and provide our...
Fears For Tiers
Close to one-third (32%) of U.S. and Canadian consumers can't identify which tier they belong to in their favourite loyalty rewards programs, according to a newly released study by COLLOQUY. The stunning lack of awareness of basic tier status is a key finding in "Fears for Tiers: 2014 COLLOQUY Study on Membership Status In Loyalty Programs." Study findings are based on a February 2014 survey of 3,077 U.S. and Canadian consumers. COLLOQUY's research reveals that the familiar gold, silver and bronze tier system no longer works; showing that the three-tiered structure is outdated as a...
Oberoi Goes Exotic With Summer Special
With the launch of Oberoi Exotic Vacations - Summer Special, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts is offering travellers a chance to stretch their holiday without stretching their budget. Oberoi's summer special offers savings of 50% over peak season prices as well as complimentary rooms for children, savings on spa therapies, complimentary yoga sessions and much more. From the magical romance of the Taj Mahal to the vibrant hues of Rajasthan, from the majestic tigers of Ranthambore to the tranquil serenity of the Himalayas, from the sprawling metropolis of Mumbai to the colonial architecture...
Blue Sky Expansion
Blue Sky Luxury has expanded its villa portfolio and exclusive Concierge Can service to St. Martin/St. Maarten. The collection of 35 properties was selected by Blue Sky Luxury destination specialists to meet its standard of luxury. The holiday home rental experts now offer more than 250 properties in Antigua, Barbados, Dominica, Jamaica, St Martin/St. Maarten and Saint Lucia. The newly added villas offer a choice of value and lifestyles for friends and family vacations and reunions, romantic retreats, weddings and celebrations. Two- to nine-bedroom properties, perched on hillsides...
Waikiki Comes Alive
On May 3, Waikiki's Kalakaua Avenue will come alive with its annual celebration of Spam -- the famous canned meat and favourite local staple -- as part of the Waikiki Spam Jam Festival. Outrigger Hotels and Resorts is a SPAM Jam co-founder and presenting sponsor, with the festival featuring great food and entertainment in a family friendly atmosphere for kamaaina and visitors to enjoy. Outrigger Enterprises Group's Bitsy Kelley said of the event: "Outrigger is proud to participate in such a unique and fun-filled event that our entire community can enjoy. As a company dedicated to...