Hotels & Resorts
Sandals, Beaches unwrap biggest Black Friday sale ever
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have unveiled their biggest Black Friday Sale ever -- offering the biggest savings of the year with up to 65% off luxury accommodations and travel credits of up to $2,000 on stays at Sandals and up to $1,000 on stays at Beaches through 2027 and available to from book now through Dec. 2, 2025. What’s on offer at Sandals At Sandals Resorts, couples can bask in the very best of the Caribbean while enjoying exclusive savings at the brand’s 17 adults-only resorts. The limited-time offer includes up to 65% off luxury accommodations, up to $1,500 in...
Sandals will welcome guests back to 5 Jamaican resorts in early December
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) will begin welcoming guests back to Jamaica on Sat., Dec. 6, 2025, at its resorts in Ocho Rios and Negril. The announcement comes following a comprehensive post-storm assessment of each of the company’s eight resorts across Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa. After the clearing of debris and completion of landscaping and repair work at each location, Sandals Dunn's River, Sandals Royal Plantation, Sandals Ochi, Sandals Negril, and Beaches Negril will open their doors on Dec. 6, 2025 with all facilities and amenities available to...
Hyatt Inclusive Collection giving guests what they want – Time
The Hyatt Inclusive Collection is giving its guests exactly what they want and what they want is time. During a luncheon in Toronto this week, Carolina Bellina, Senior Director of Canadian Sales, Hyatt Inclusive Collection, explained that in its recently released Time Rich Report, the company explored the connection between current definitions of “quality time” and perceptions about travel. What the Time Rich Report found she said was that people want more time – more time for themselves; more time with family, friends and loved ones; and more time for what’s important. And...
Tryall Club, Jamaica temporarily closed to fully assess property
The Tryall Club in Montego Bay, Jamaica is advising that it is temporarily closed which it conducts a full assessment of the property. In a statement, the property extended its “deepest concerns and support” to everyone who has been affected by Hurricane Melissa. “The safety of our guests, staff, and community remains our top priority. As the storm has now passed, we are awaiting further information on the extent of damage affecting both our resort and surrounding areas, including critical access points such as local roads and Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport,...
Sandals pledges unwavering support as Jamaica begins recovery
Sandals Resorts International released a message today, pledging “unwavering support” as Jamaica moves to begin its recovery from the impact of Hurricane Melissa. In a message released today, Sandals Resorts International states that: “Following Hurricane Melissa's landfall in Jamaica yesterday, we are grateful to share that all guests and team members staying at our resorts are safe. The safety and well-being of our guests and team members remain our highest priority.” And it reports that: “Today, we continue to connect with team members across Jamaica and have begun...
Last Chance to Win a Dream Getaway to Los Cabos
Join Baxter Media’s exclusive webinar tomorrow, Wednesday, October 29 at 1 p.m. EST, to see the exciting transformation of Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, now part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection and Marriott International, and the first Marriott all-inclusive resort in Los Cabos. Set along the stunning Sea of Cortez, this 270-room resort blends classic colonial Mexican architecture with all-inclusive comfort, creating a unique experience for travellers seeking authentic Mexican escapes. Join Diana Rosales from Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos to discover: Enhanced gastronomy and...
Windjammer Landing unveils $40 million transformation
Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences has completed a transformative three-year renovation that redefines the property as one of the Caribbean’s leading luxury resorts. With more than USD $40 million invested, the resort has elevated every aspect of the guest experience, from infrastructure and design to culinary offerings and new service standards. Windjammer Landing recently joined the Leading Hotels of the World, a collection of independently owned hotels recognized for delivering exceptional guest experiences. As the only resort on the island with this designation, this...
Club Med continues to lead, with bold vision for the future
Club Med continues to lead the industry with strong global growth, innovation, and a bold vision for the future. In the first half of 2025, the brand reported that Mountain Resorts saw a 7% increase in Business Volume and a 6% rise in Average Daily Rate (ADR), driven by a diverse portfolio and Club Med’s unmatched family offerings at premier ski destinations. Similarly, the Exclusive Collection—Club Med’s luxury allinclusive line—saw a 6% ADR increase, underscoring strong demand for upscale holiday experiences. Over 1.5 million guests visited Club Med in the 2024 fiscal...