Hotels & Resorts
Reimagined Royalton CHIC Punta Cana Re-Opens Nov 1
Blue Diamond Resorts has announced that the Royalton CHIC Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic will officially re-open on Nov. 1, 2021. The property is located on the shores of Uvero Alto Beach. Jordi Pelfort, president of Hotels and Resorts at Sunwing Travel Group, said: “We are thrilled to begin welcoming guests back to ‘Party Your Way’ at one of our most exclusive properties in the Dominican Republic.” Pelfort noted that: “As our last resort to reopen in the region amidst the global pandemic, guests will now be able to enjoy all that Blue Diamond Resorts has to offer,...
Wyndham, Playa Unveil Wyndham Alltra
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Playa Hotels & Resorts have joined forces to launch a new all-inclusive resort brand, Wyndham Alltra. The announcement marks Wyndham’s 22nd brand and its first dedicated entirely to the fast-growing, all-inclusive segment. In conjunction with the brand launch, Wyndham begins a strategic alliance with Playa Hotels & Resorts, leveraging Wyndham’s unparalleled ability to drive sales, marketing and distribution in the economy, midscale and upscale segments via its 89 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards Members and distinct Everyday Travelers,...
Fully Integrated
Sunwing Travel Group reports that 20 of its Blue Diamond Resorts properties have now been fully integrated into Marriott International’s Autograph Collection. The integration follows news earlier this year that the company’s hotel division had signed a mutual partnership agreement with Marriott International. The 20 participating Blue Diamond Resorts -- now including Royalton Grenada -- will be the first all-inclusive properties to join Marriott’s Autograph Collection brand, a curated collection of independent properties with distinct perspectives on design and...
Sandals Marks 40th With Major Investments, New Initiatives
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) is set to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its flagship brand for couples-only, Sandals Resorts. Since it opened its doors in Montego Bay on Nov. 27, 1981, Sandals Resorts has delighted its guests, partnered with travel advisors, and helped build tourism throughout the Caribbean, where it is committed to developing hospitality excellence across the region, one of the most beloved and resilient tourism destinations in the world. The luxury all-inclusive resort company is celebrating Sandals’ milestone anniversary by honoring the legacy of its...
Incredible Incentives From Unique Vacations
Unique Vacations Canada Inc – affiliate of the worldwide representatives of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts – has unveiled several initiatives designed to reward Canadian travel advisors on both previous and new bookings. Effective immediately, all Points to Paradise rewards earned by Canadian travel advisors in 2019, 2020 and 2021 have been extended through Dec. 31, 2022. That extension allows for Canadian advisors to redeem their earned P2P points on free night stays of their very own up until the end of next year. And for a limited time, Canadian travel advisors will...
Club Med’s Flash Sale Starts Today
Book a Club Med vacation between Sept. 30 and Oct. 6 and save up to 50% off on stays at resorts that include Punta Cana, Michès Playa Esmeralda, Cancun, Turkoise and Québec Charlevoix. As well, Club Med has extended its Flexible Cancellation Policy until June 30, 2022. Club Med’s offer also comes with additional perks, including free room upgrades, free stays for kids under four and groups travelling with six or more adults will get an additional five per cent off their stay. Travel dates are valid from now until May 6, 2022, with blackout dates...
Always Exceeding Expectations
In the second part of an exclusive two-part interview with Sandals Resorts International’s CEO, Gebhard Rainer outlines what the future holds as the all-inclusive resort company celebrates its 40th anniversary and readies for the next chapter. He talked with Canadian Travel Press’ Ann Ruppenstein about the secret of Sandals’ success, explaining that it comes down to a simple but guiding philosophy from founder Gordon "Butch" Stewart. “The secret to success of the brand of Sandals is very simple — in the words of our late chairman — and that is: as long as you exceed...
Time to Relax, Unwind and Recharge in Paradise
Baxter Media invites all travel professionals to attend a webinar with the Palladium Hotel Group on October 21 at 2 p.m. (EST). Located on the shores of the most esteemed beaches in the Mexican Caribbean and Riviera Maya coast, Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts and TRS Hotels are the perfect option for families, couples and groups of friends seeking sophisticated elegance in an all-inclusive setting. They offer their guests pristine beaches, personalized service and world-class amenities for the most memorable tropical escape. Register and attend the full duration of the...