Hotels & Resorts
WELCOME TO SINGAPORE
The Wyndham Hotel Group is now in Singapore with the opening of two properties -- the Ramada Singapore at Zhongshan Park and the Days Hotel Singapore at Zhongshan Park. Both hotels, now opened and managed by Wyndham Hotel Group, are located at Zhongshan Park, the newest development area in Singapore, and are part of an integrated development that includes a commercial tower and shopping mall. Zhongshan Park is a fundamental component of Singapore's Identity Plan to rejuvenate the Balestier area and illustrate the culture and history of Singapore. Duane Elledge, executive vice president and...
A FIRST FOR BEST WESTERN
Best Western International has unveiled plans that will see it launch its brand in Myanmar. It has signed an agreement that will see it take over the management of the Green Hill Hotel, a modern new property located in the heart of Myanmar's largest city, Yangon. In doing so, Best Western International becomes the first US hotel company to establish a presence in Myanmar, following the exciting recent developments that have allowed the country to welcome new foreign investment. The six-month-old Green Hill Hotel, which features 189 light, contemporary rooms and suites, will now be operated by...
KARISMA IN EUROPE
Karisma Hotels Adriatic has signed a strategic partnership agreement with TUI Travel PLC. KHA is a joint project of the business groups Karisma Hotels & Resorts and Agrokor (the largest company in the Adria region and the leading operator in its sector in the markets of Central and Eastern Europe) and TUI Travel. Linking the prominent global tourism companies of TUI Travel and Karisma with Agrokor aims to create new value in Croatian tourism, open new markets and to create a unique hotel collection with distinctive brands that are not yet present in the region. KHA is interested in investing...
IF BIKES COULD FLY
Well, actually they can, sort of. Not only is Au Diable Vert, a unique four-season outdoor resort located in Quebec's Eastern Townships, it's also the home of the VeloVolant -- or the Flying Bike -- which is a 45-minute pedal-powered canopy tour through the treetops of the spectacular 130-hectare property, between the summits of Mont Sutton, Jay Peak and Owl's Head. The official opening is May 21, 2013. Jeremy Fontana, co-owner, Au Diable Vert, said: "We believe that VeloVolant is one of the most innovative offerings in ecotourism in Canada today." It's a pedal-powered tour that lets riders...
OCCIDENTAL REFINANCES
Occidental Hotels & Resorts has concluded a long-term debt refinancing process through an agreement with 10 Spanish and international entities, which have endorsed the company's 2012-2016 business plan following months of negotiations. The refinancing process has been conducted by financial advisors of the firm IREA and allows the company to refinance its debt and initiate a significant renovation and improvement plan of its hotels and resorts. Shareholders of Occidental Hotels & Resorts within the Caribbean have terminated unprofitable operations in Spain, which has permitted the company to...
SAYING ‘I DO’ WITH HARD ROCK
All Inclusive Collection reports that as of May 1, the brand has surpassed previous records for destination weddings at each all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. The company attributes the success to both Hard Rocks "as a high-end, innovative, yet energetic brand, and to its exclusive partnership with Colin Cowie, one of the world's most recognizable and sought-after celebrity event planners."In addition to elevating wedding offerings at the hotels, Cowie has specifically created celebrations individually designed to be "seen, heard and remembered for...
GRANDE COLONIAL MARKS 100 YEARS
Amidst the pristine beaches and bluffs of San Diego's coastal village of La Jolla, the Grande Colonial Hotel celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Completely modernized, yet faithful to its storied past, the intimate hotel harkens back to a quieter, more dignified era. Throughout 2013, the Grande Colonial marks its 100th year with special packages, old-fashioned cocktails and more....
WYNDHAM ENHANCES REWARDS PROGRAM
Wyndham Rewards, Wyndham Hotel Group's guest loyalty program, is doing its part to help make rewards more achievable for travellers regardless of how often they travel. In response to customer research, Wyndham Rewards has introduced two innovative benefits: Guaranteed Rewards and a new Gold Status tier. Through Guaranteed Rewards members can earn enough points on even a one-night stay to redeem for a wide variety of rewards including magazine subscriptions, travel accessories, music downloads and children's books. Rewards begin with as few as 50 Wyndham Rewards points. Nearly 30 reward...