Resorts
Sandals Cash Splash Continues
Alfonso DiPlacido from Travelpoint Enterprises Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario (on the left in the photo) recently accepted his s prize of C$500 from Robert Smith, business development manager, Eastern Ontario for Unique Vacations Canada Inc. (on the right in the photo) as part of Sandals' largest and longest cash incentive for Canadian travel agents to date. Sandals Cash Splash, which launched in Oct. 2018, awards monthly cash prizes to agents who make a booking direct with Unique Vacations Inc. through Sept. 30, 2019. Each new direct booking of three nights or longer to any Sandals...
Celebrated Royal York Set To Mark New Chapter
This year, Fairmont Royal York will celebrate its 90th anniversary, highlighted by “a majestic transformation, honouring the icon’s timeless grandeur while elevating it into a new era of luxury.” In the final phase of a multi-year renovation, the highly anticipated reveal will include a transformed arrival and check-in experience, newly imagined dining venues, contemporary event and meeting spaces, and a completely redefined Fairmont Gold. The grand renovation will be completed this summer, in time for the Toronto landmark's official anniversary...
Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre Opens in Costa Mujeres
Palladium Hotel Group marked a milestone Monday (Feb. 18) with the official opening of the Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre in Costa Mujeres, Mexico, and PressToday's Greg Coates was on hand. Nadal, ranked number two in the world by ATP, was also on hand for the opening. The sports facility is part of the newly opened Palladium complex which includes the adults-only TRS Coral Hotel and Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa. Facilities at the tennis centre include eight illuminated clay tennis courts (three of which are covered), a soccer field, a paddle tennis court,...
A Deal At Club Med Punta Cana
Club Med is offering air-inclusive deals for its Punta Cana resort. Travellers visiting the Dominican Republic can enjoy 7-night stays starting from $1,699 per adult, including flights, until August 24, 2019. Book before Feb. 26 for direct flights from Montreal or Toronto to enjoy this special offer. Club Med Punta Cana welcomes couples and families alike for unforgettable experiences. Enjoy premium services and participate in specialized activities. Looking for ultimate relaxation? The resort boasts a 2,000-foot private beach overlooking the east coast of the Dominican Republic,...
Sandals Montego Bay Transformed
The comprehensive makeover of Sandals' flagship resort – Sandals Montego Bay – is now complete, transforming it into Jamaica's newest and hottest resort. With the recent opening of two new restaurants -- Butch's Steak & Seafood and Soy -- Sandals has now concluded the entire transformation of its flagship resort, and the completely redesigned Sandals Montego Bay takes Luxury Included to the next level from the moment guests arrive on resort. Sandals Montego Bay -- the very first Sandals -- has been exceeding guests' expectations since its inception in 1981. From day one,...
Honda Classic ‘Stay and Save’ Package Available
South Florida's PGA National Resort & Spa has introduced a “Stay and Save” package for the upcoming 2019 PGA TOUR Honda Classic being held on its Champion Course from Feb. 23 to March 3. Guests can experience one of the premier golfing events on the PGA TOUR first-hand while staying on the resort grounds and walking out their door to the tournament. Starting at US$459 per night, the “Stay and Save” offer includes nightly accommodations, a US$50 resort credit per room per night for use at the resort’s spa, golf or food and beverage outlets, plus two general admission...
New Four Seasons Montreal Accepting Reservations
Heralding the city’s world renowned festival season and the biggest sporting event in Canada, the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Montreal is now confirming reservations for arrivals beginning June 1 – just in time for the annual Montreal Grand Prix. “We are so excited to join with our community in welcoming Formula One fans from around the world for the 2019 Montreal Grand Prix taking place June 7-9. The event virtually takes over the city, and we’ll be right there in the middle of it,” says Four Seasons general manager Gonçalo Monteiro. “And that’s just the beginning of...
Shores Resort Completes Reno
The Shores Resort & Spa, an oceanfront resort in Daytona Beach Shores, Florida, has completed renovations to all 212 guest rooms, the lobby and fitness centre. All rooms of the hotel have new historical Daytona artwork, carpeting, wall coverings and paint, and taller, water-saving toilets. The rooms feature new furniture including headboards, drapes, desk and floor lamps, shower heads and lighting in bathrooms, and phones. Hallways were upgraded with new carpeting and artwork. The hotel's fitness room was also updated with all new equipment, including elliptical machines,...