Hotels & Resorts
Win Paradise with Elite Resorts
Elite Island Resorts is offering lovebirds a chance to do a little romancing in the Caribbean as part of its "Take Your Valentine to Paradise for Free" offer at its resorts in Antigua, Barbados, St. Lucia, the Grenadines and Tortola. Between Feb. 4 and Valentine's Day (Feb. 14), travellers who reserve a five-night or longer Elite Island Resorts vacation can bring their sweetheart at no additional charge. Guests can choose from a variety of island destinations and resort types. There are family-friendly getaways in Antigua and St. Lucia; intimate adults-only retreats in Antigua and Barbados;...
Happy 100 HAC
Light the candles! Cut the cake! Let's celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Hotel Association of Canada! And that's exactly what the industry did last night to launch HAC's annual conference in Toronto this week. What better way to celebrate its Centennial anniversary then with a champagne reception; a spectacular dinner hosted by comedians Colin Mocrie and wife, Debra McGrath; and the presentation of HAC's annual Hall of Fame Awards recognizing its members accomplishments in the areas of Human Resources, Energy & Environment and Humanitarian contributions. On the conference side of things,...
Delta Chelsea goes wireless
Toronto's Delta Chelsea Hotel is now offering Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi) service throughout the entire hotel - and complimentary for everyone. As Canada's largest hotel, this service includes 1,590 guest rooms, meeting space, lobby, restaurants and...
T.G.I.F. at W Montréal
W Montréal is celebrating weekend escapes to the city this winter. Through April 30, guests will be saying "T.G.I.F."when booking stays with Friday arrivals as they'll receive an upgraded stay and complimentary cocktails at Bartini during their stay. This offer is available starting from $205 per night. Guests will enjoy an upgraded Parkview Wonderful Room from $205 per night; an upgraded Mega Room from $225 per night; an upgraded Fantastic Suite from $285 per night; or a WOW suite from $405 per night. Rates are per room, per night, plus taxes and gratuities based on single/double...
Coast Hotels opens in Yukon
Vancouver-based Coast Hotels is now taking reservations for its first property in the Yukon's capital city of Whitehorse -- the Coast High Country Inn. The former independent property will now be able to offer guests participation in the brand's popular Coast Rewards loyalty program, as well as the option to earn miles with mileage partners like Air Canada. The Coast High Country Inn offers 82 guest rooms, including 22 suites, meeting space, a restaurant, pub, exercise room and further meeting space in the adjacent Yukon Convention Centre. Coast Hotels & Resorts owns, manages and franchises...
Palace opens Noir nightclub in Cancun
Palace Resorts - which has five-star, all-inclusive Mexican resorts - has opened nightclub Noir at Cancun's Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort. The latest addition from the resort's multi-million dollar enhancement project, Noir offers cutting-edge design and glamorous nightlife. "Fusing the best of form, function and fantasy, Noir's underlying onyx tone features post-modern luminous accents playfully dotted between stark alabaster sofas and deep-cushioned booths, creating a dramatic and imaginative contrast for revelers. Noir, sure to raise the bar for all-inclusive decadence, will offer an...
It’s a family affair in 2013 at The Kahala Resort
Family travel just got more affordable with The Kahala's Family Affair vacation program for 2013. The Kahala Hotel & Resort's new value-added spring special for families includes a kids eat free bonus when a minimum four-night stay is booked in a variety of room categories. Family Affair programs at The Kahala include daily breakfast buffets at Plumeria Beach House for two adults and up to two children (12 and under). Children 12 and under are also treated to free meals from a special children's menu at the restaurant, which overlooks Kahala Bay and its sandy beaches. This offer does not...
Capital accommodations ring in Victoria’s new year
New Year's celebrations are bringing some big changes to many of Victoria's favourite hotels. At the iconic Fairmont Empress Hotel, the Willow Stream Spa will be expanding to include a new nail bar, and the newly renovated Ivy Ballroom, with a capacity for up to 250 guests, debuted. At the Magnolia Hotel & Spa, a full renovation of all rooms has taken in changes to the décor, all furniture, bedding, carpeting, walls and art. The job will be completed this spring. And the Chateau Victoria is undergoing a three-year renovation of its 176 rooms, which started with standard rooms this past...