Hotels & Resorts
Motel 6 launches Facebook app for booking reservations
Motel 6 has launched a booking application on Facebook, allowing agents and customers to complete reservations from start to finish without ever leaving the brand's Facebook page. Motel 6 is currently offering a 10% off introductory rate for users of their booking engine on the social media network. While the brand's toll-free number (1-800-4-Motel6) and web site remain popular for reservations, application-based bookings have dramatically increased since Motel 6 launched its apps for iPhone and Android devices. Reservations through the Motel 6 app for iPhone jumped 65% for June through...
Take a ride with Sandals
Agents in downtown Toronto can now take advantage of complimentary round-trip bus transportation to the Sandals "MORE" Quality Inclusions convention at the Toronto Congress Centre (North Building) on Thursday (Oct. 18). The bus will depart Toronto Union Station (near Starbucks) at 2:30 p.m., allowing agents to participate in the five in-depth educational breakout classes on a number of topics including: Effective sales and marketing techniques for agents to improve their bottom line; Sandals' all-new WeddingMoons program and the exclusive Online Destination Wedding Designer; Sandals and...
Westin opens flagship Manhattan property
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the grand opening of The Westin New York Grand Central. The new hotel opens in the former New York Helmsley Hotel after the completion of a US$75 million renovation. The brand's second Manhattan hotel features a complete redesign of the hotel's interior, including 774 guest rooms equipped with Westin's signature amenities, more than 1,080 square metres of meeting space with the latest technology, a WestinWORKOUT fitness studio and the upcoming addition of THE LCL: Bar & Kitchen, NYC, the first bar and food concept from Gerber Group in a...
Discounts for fall promo at Hanalei Resort, Kauai
Hanalei Colony Resort is offering a 30% discount on published room rates for stays through Dec. 15, based on a minimum two-night stay. Situated on five beachfront acres, the resort's units are all two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens and private lanais (patios), all with views of Hanalei Bay or Kauai's north shore mountains. In keeping with its restful ambiance, Hanalei Colony's units do not have TVs, stereos or phones, but free WiFi is available in all units. Hanalei Colony does not charge a resort fee and resort amenities include free parking, guest barbecue and picnic areas, a...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Sheraton Centre Toronto is 40
The Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel across from Nathan Phillips Square and Toronto City Hall turns 40 years old on Oct. 16. To celebrate this milestone, the hotel is offering a 72-hour sale in a salute to the hotel's 1972 opening, featuring guest room rates from $99 for dates in December, January and February and rates from $139 for upcoming dates in October and November. Rates are subject to availability and applicable taxes. Bookings are fully pre-paid and non-refundable and represent up to 40% off regular selling rates. Rates are based on single or double occupancy and children 17 years and...
Red Mountain starts work on terrain expansion
Red Mountain Resort, in eastern BC, has started its most significant expansion to date: neighbouring Grey Mountain. The two-year expansion adds almost 400 hectares -- and a whole new mountain -- to the current 680 hectares of the resort. The $50 million project includes slope-side accommodations. Red has been known for world-class tree skiing, steep runs and 892 metres of vertical. Grey Mountain will open up intermediate runs, groomed cruising runs, tree glades and alpine chutes. The mountain is volcano-shaped, allowing for 360-degree skiing around the peak from a single lift....
Get refreshed at the ‘new’ Chandler
With a US$10-million multi-phase renovation nearly complete, Hotel Chandler, owned and operated by Triumph Hotels, has a new guestroom design, updated lobby and public spaces. Early next year, advanced meeting space, a private dining room and new restaurant, Juni, are set to round out the boutique luxury hotel. To celebrate, Hotel Chandler is offering its "Chandler Refresh Package."Located in the heart of Manhattan, the hotel is just blocks away from the iconic Empire State Building, Bryant Park, Broadway, and Fifth Avenue. The Refresh package"includes late checkout, complimentary cocktails,...
Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua marks 20 years with ‘Legacy of Aloha’
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua will celebrate 20 years with a weekend celebration of cultural events, Oct. 18-21. In partnership with Island Air, Troon Golf and Hawaiian105 KINE Radio, a portion of the proceeds will benefit a local charity. Event highlights include celebration hoolaulea, live radio broadcast with Hawaiian105 KINE and Aloha Friday Luncheon Show featuring Willy K and Napua Makua, E ala e ceremony, celebration golf tournament and legacy finale dinner show with Nuff Sedd. For more information or to make a reservation, visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com/kapalua...