El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels by Karisma, a collection of adults-only properties located throughout the Riviera Maya, has held the grand opening of the El Dorado Generations Maroma. The upscale boutique hotel features 30 rooms and Karisma's signature Gourmet Inclusive experience. Located on Maroma Beach, the seaside hotel boasts Chakay Restaurant and Swim-Up Bar, a rooftop Sunset Bar, a Kid's Club for children aged four to 12 years, and a pool and lounge chairs. El Dorado Generations Maroma guests aged 16 and over may also use the amenities at the adjacent adults-only El Dorado Maroma,...
In celebration of its 125th anniversary, Barbados' The Crane Residential Resort has launched 365 days of festivities and special packages. For August, the hotel is inviting Canadians to extend their summer vacations with significant savings. The cumulative offer allows guests to book seven nights and only pay for four, 14 nights and pay for eight -- resulting in up to six nights complimentary. Bookings for The Crane Canadian Summer Sale must be made by Aug. 31 for travel through Dec. 21. Voucher code: CAFRN2012....
The new Magdalena Grand Beach Resort in Tobago is offering up to 20% off regular nine- and 18-hole rates at the Tobago Plantations PGA-designed championship golf course when guests of the resort purchase any golf package. The Tobago Plantations Golf Course is a Par-72, 18-hole course that has been woven into the 750-acre landscape of an old coconut plantation with lakes, woodland thickets, beaches, mangroves and wild grass. Packages and pricing are as follows: One day - US$42 for nine holes, US$80 for 18 holes; Two days - US$80 for nine holes, US$142 for 18 holes; Four days - US$148 for nine...
Home2 Suites by Hilton has introduced a limited-time promotion for card-carrying CAA and AAA members. For bookings through Sept. 1 for travel through Dec. 31, CAA and AAA members can save 15% off Home2 Suites' Best Available Rate. In addition to the discount, guests will enjoy the signature added value benefits of the all-suites extended-stay brand, including complimentary breakfast options and Internet, in-room kitchen facilities, outdoor options, pet-friendly accommodations and environmentally friendly practices. The promotion is available online at http://www.home2suites.com/AAADeal...
Atlific Hotels reports that the Hilton Garden Inn West Edmonton is the newest addition to its portfolio of managed properties. Temple Real Estate Investment Trust (TREIT) has acquired the hotel and mandated Atlific to bring its expertise to the management of the hotel. Opened in 2004 and situated in the heart of west Edmonton's business district, the Hilton Garden Inn West Edmonton has become the area's leading hotel boasting 160 guest rooms, 4,000 square feet of meeting space and on-site restaurant, The Great North American Grill. Additional features include an indoor pool, on-site fitness...
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando, a Universal Orlando Resort, has a promotion for those from outside Florida. Guests can enjoy the Stay More/Save More promotion during the Labor Day weekend, where discounts increase each night, starting at a four-night stay. In addition, if guests are looking to take an extra-long vacation over Labor Day weekend, the hotel offers its famous Velvet Sessions on Aug. 30, featuring A Flock of Seagulls. Guests of Hard Rock step out of the resort into Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure theme parks and enjoy VIP access, including "No Line, No Wait"privileges, along...
Following a $17 million transformation, TownePlace Suites Mississauga - Airport Corporate Centre is now open. The former Sandalwood Suites Hotel Toronto Airport received a floor-to-ceiling renovation and offers 173 modern suites with fully equipped kitchens, free breakfast and a pool. Located near Pearson International Airport and Mississauga's Business Park, suite amenities include HomeOffice, an adjustable work space designed to provide guests with plenty of storage and flexible space. Guests will also find fully equipped contemporary in-suite kitchens, a 42-inch flat screen TV, luxurious...
The expansion of Quartz Crystal Spa located on the 31st and 32nd floors of the Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto is complete, offering spa patrons a natural salt infinity lap pool and infinity-edge whirlpool overlooking the Toronto skyscape, a fully equipped fitness and movement studio, as well as a sauna to round out the already popular offerings of Toronto's newest destination spa. According to officials, an abundance of natural light and magnificent views set the stage "for a meticulously designed oasis that juxtaposes classic Hollywood glamour with modern city skylines."Quartz...
The Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa has added aqua yoga to its line-up of yoga classes held daily. Ho'ola Spa's oceanfront, open-air lanai is ideal for rejuvenation with the natural ambient sound of waves meeting the lava cliffs below. And the resort is counting down to the Sept. 9 opening of Rays on the Bay, which will offer an endless panoramic ocean view from which manta rays can be viewed. A rum bar and nightly live island music will add to the Kona coast's premier dining locale....
The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is now accepting entries for the 2012 Hall of Fame Awards of Excellence. In its ninth year, the Hall of Fame Awards program continues the Association's tradition of acknowledging the strong standards and values of those involved in and with the lodging industry. The Awards program recognizes those individuals, companies or properties that have demonstrated significant accomplishments, exemplary leadership and tireless commitment to our industry in the following divisions: !!! The Humanitarian Award Given for individuals/programs that demonstrate to...