Hotels & Resorts
STAY FOUR, EARN MORE AT ASTON KAANAPALI
Agents clients’ staying four nights at the Aston Kaanapali Shores on Maui will get more with the new “For Four, There’s More!” deal from Aston Hotels & Resorts. Rates start at US$195/night for a one-bedroom Garden View room. For any four-night stay through Dec. 19 on qualifying rooms, guests will receive a $100 dining credit for the Beach Club Restaurant & Bar. A local favourite, this on-site restaurant is known for its casual family style dining, free live entertainment and scenic ocean views. With a “home-away-from-home” ambience, Aston Kaanapali Shores blends hotel...
SANDALS TO MAKE DOUBLE DEBUT IN BARBADOS
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) is applauding the Government of Barbados following the announcement of a deal which will result in opening of two resorts in the Caribbean country. SRI and the Government of Barbados reached the agreement following months of negotiations that will see Sandals open the former Couples resort in St. Lawrence as a Sandals resort, as well as managing a new Beaches resort set to be built on the site of the former Almond Beach resort in St. Peter. According to Sandals Resorts’ chairman, Gordon “Butch” Stewart (pictured), the 10-acre former Couples...
OUTRIGGER TEAMS UP WITH ENTERPRISE
Two of the biggest names in Hawaii’s travel industry have partnered. Outrigger Enterprises Group and Enterprise Holdings have announced an agreement that makes the multi-brand car rental company the preferred supplier for travellers who book hotel or condominium reservations on Outrigger.com or by calling 1-800-OUTRIGGER (688-7444). Travellers can choose from 32 properties on Oahu, Kauai, Maui and Hawaii Island. Operating the Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands, Enterprise Holdings has locations at all major airports on the islands, with 50+ locations...
URBAN CHIC GUIDES DESIGN AT NEW RADISSON YYC
Radisson has recently announced the opening of the new Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre Calgary Airport East. With 120 spacious, urban chic guest rooms and views of the Canadian Rockies, the hotel has close proximity to Calgary International Airport. These qualities make it ideal for both business and leisure travellers. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle, complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access throughout the hotel, the full-service Sana Spa, a fitness centre, an indoor swimming pool with water slide, a 24-hour business centre and complimentary guest parking. A seafood and...
HOW LOYAL ARE YOU, EH?
How loyal are you? That’s what the travel experts at Hotels.com set out to determine with their Consumer Loyalty Survey which examined Canadian thoughts and behaviours toward brand loyalty programs. Well, the results are in and it turns out loyalty is too, with an impressive 86% of Canadians participating in a loyalty program. “Most of us appreciate something extra in return for our repeat business,” says Taylor L. Cole, APR, travel expert for Hotels.com. “Loyalty programs provide added perks like free products, upgrades, discounts or more from your favourite brands. Check out our...
WILLOW STREAM SPA MAKEOVER
A little nip, a little tuck -- Willow Stream Spa, Victoria is getting a makeover. The Fairmont Empress has announced the expansion of Willow Stream Spa with an exclusive nail boutique. Adjacent to the lobby of the current spa, the new nail boutique will offer an abundance of natural light and luxurious surroundings guests have come to expect at Willow Stream Spa in a private area. The additional space will feature five pedicure stations and three manicure stations, offering an ideal venue for exclusive spa events. The makeover of the Willow Stream Spa, Victoria is currently underway,...
STARWOOD HEATS UP WITH ‘HOT ESCAPES’
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and its Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) program have announced the debut of SPG Hot Escapes, a flash sale travel site offering a weekly collection of global hotels and resorts available at competitive promotional rates. SPG Hot Escapes features exclusive, limited time offers on future travel with a minimum of 20% savings on stays booked through the web site, and SPG members will receive an additional 5% on top of these savings. Every Wednesday, SPG Hot Escapes will be updated with new deals and destinations. Featured hotels and resorts can be booked...
TASTY TIDBITS FROM SHERATON…
For more than 10 years, an imu (large underground cooking pit using heated stones) on the grounds of Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keahou Bay went unused, until recently. Now it provides flavourful inspiration for Jayson Malla, the chef de cuisine of Rays on the Bay. From kalua pork pizzas, to smoked turkey and prime rib, the possibilities are endless for Malla and his culinary team. A new menu at Rays on the Bay reflects Malla’s local upbringing and skillful cooking -- now complemented by specials from the imu....