Hotels & Resorts
Travel South USA, HBX Group inspiring Canadians with new campaign
Travel South USA and HBX Group have teamed up to launch the “Authentic South - All Y’all Are Welcome” campaign for Fall and Winter 2025-2026 including eight states and 16 city partners, designed to make it easier than ever for Canadian travellers to discover the warmth, charm, and hospitality of America’s Southern states. Building on a proven, data-driven marketing strategy, the campaign will spotlight the American South as an accessible, authentic, and value-rich destination for Canadians. Through exclusive travel trade partnerships, targeted digital marketing, and...
Sandals, Beaches Resorts win big at World Travel Awards
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) -- parent company of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts -- received 16 honours at this year’s World Travel Awards Caribbean and The Americas. The Gala Ceremony held at Sandals Grande St. Lucian honoured the visionaries and trailblazers shaping the travel and tourism industry. The evening united government leaders and hospitality professionals for a night of celebration, recognition, and inspiration. Among celebratory toasts, Sandals Resorts International was named the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand for the 32nd year in a row. Beaches Turks...
Royalton Hotels & Resorts unveils Royalton Suites & Villas
Royalton Hotels & Resorts is checking in with the announcement that it has launched Royalton Suites & Villas -- a new tier in its Diamond Club suite categories designed to deliver an elevated approach to all-inclusive hospitality. Officially debuting on Nov. 1, 2025, this tier highlights suites and villas that are celebrated for their exceptional scale, expansive layouts, and unmatched square footage in the all-inclusive market. Perfect for families, groups of friends, or couples seeking a grander way to experience luxury, Royalton Suites & Villas redefines the sense of...
Sandals and Beaches Resorts Unveil “Nature’s Vow”
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have unveiled Nature’s Vow -- a new eco-chic wedding inspiration poised to define 2026 celebrations. Rooted in the spirit of the Caribbean, the design blends sustainable elements with elevated style, offering couples a trend-forward way to honor love, nature, and purpose, surrounded by friends and family. Marsha-Ann Donaldson, Director of Weddings and Romance at Sandals Resorts explained that: “With Nature’s Vow, we’re not only giving couples a stunning new design inspiration, but also a way to celebrate responsibly — in harmony with the...
Quite the Experience: Elevated Escapes with Cancun by Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott Bonvoy recently hosted a spectacular FAM trip in Cancun, and Baxter Media was thrilled to be part of the adventure, experiencing the best that the region has to offer. From luxury resorts to world-class dining, the properties showcased the exceptional service and immersive experiences that Marriott’s portfolio brings to the Canadian market. Settling in at the Paraiso de la Bonita Our home base for three nights was Paraiso de la Bonita, an adults-only all-inclusive that’s part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection Resort, that’s nestled between the lush mangrove trees and...
Amex GBT releases Hotel Monitor 2026, forecasts steeper increases for Canada
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) reports that global hotel rates are expected to remain relatively stable through 2026, with geopolitical instability and uncertainty surrounding potential U.S. tariffs limiting demand and restricting sharp increases. The annual Hotel Monitor 2026 provides an outlook for key business travel destinations worldwide based on Amex GBT data, combined with inflation and GDP projections from the International Monetary Fund. North America The report highlights tariff uncertainty as a potential factor for hotel pricing in the region,...
Hilton Tops 200 Hotels in Canada, Accelerates Multi-Brand Expansion
Hilton is celebrating a major milestone: more than 200 hotels are now open and welcoming travellers across Canada. The achievement, highlighted by the most recent openings of Hôtel Vallea Bromont, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton Woodstock ON and Spark by Hilton Toronto Mississauga -- reflects the hospitality company’s successful multi-brand growth strategy. With a primary focus on expanding its focused service, extended stay, and lifestyle brand portfolios, Hilton continues to broaden its footprint while delivering signature hospitality, warmth, and...
Sunwing Vacations, Grand Palladium team up on September deals
Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts, is turning up the heat just as summer cools down. From today through Sept. 30, 2025, travel advisors can earn up to 8X STAR Points on eligible bookings while helping their clients access exclusive vacation perks at select Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica with Sunwing Vacations. Plus, on every vacation package booking at a participating Grand Palladium and TRS property, travel advisors will be automatically entered into a draw to win a hotel stay at either Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort...