Resorts
Green Is The New Glam For Monaco
The Monaco Government Tourist Office has launched the principality’s “Green is the New Glam”campaign, with the goal of becoming a destination that is as environmentally conscious as it is glamorous. Home to the hugely successful Monaco e-Rallye, the eco-sustainable Grimaldi Forum Monaco (the Principality’s Convention and Cultural Center), and the marine conservation Monaco Blue Initiative which gathers annually ocean management and protection experts from the United Nations, UNESCO, the European Commission and more -- Monaco has made bridging the gap between luxury and...
St. Lucia’s Bay Gardens Makes It Better
Family-friendly Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa in St. Lucia is already receiving accolades from guests for the major investment in renovations to the 77-room marquis hotel. Sanovnik Destang, executive director of the Bay Gardens triad of hotels in the north of St. Lucia, said: “We are demonstrating our brand's dedication to improving the guest experience, both functionally and stylistically, and the response has been overwhelming.” The locally owned and operated resort now has a fresh, modern and functional look with the upgrades to many of its beachfront and pool view...
Agents Can Win Big With Karisma
Karisma Hotels & Resorts has announced a $250,000 cash prize, plus a diamond giveaway, as a part of an enticing rewards program to engage and recognize the travel agent community for their efforts. The program and prize, which began in 2014 and increases in value each year, is generously presented by Sr. Martinez and Sra. Dolores, owners of of El Dorado Spa Resorts, Generations Resorts, and Hidden Beach Resort by Karisma. The giveaway represents the largest to-date, reaffirming their steadfast commitment and loyalty to Karisma's travel agent partners. The prize will be...
Chelsea Hotel Joins SickKids VS Limits Campaign
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto has been a long-time partner of The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, donating $500,000 to support AboutKidsHealth – a trusted online resource created by SickKids experts – since 2013. Chelsea Hotel, Toronto is part of the SickKids community and has a very special relationship with SickKids patients and their families. In collaboration with SickKids, the Chelsea CARES Program provides accommodation for families in need, creating a home away from home in what can be scary and stressful times. Chelsea Hotel's dedication to SickKids helps...
The Adventure Begins At Panama Jack Resorts
It all started with sunscreen. Since launching in 1974, Panama Jack’s product line has evolved to include sunglasses, clothing, hats, bags, accessories and more, reports assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. But today, thanks to a partnership with Playa Hotels & Resorts, the brand has taken part in an even bigger evolution by stepping into the all-inclusive resorts market in Cancun and Playa del Carmen. “Last year Panama Jack and Playa made a fusion and since then we created the new brand of Panama Jack Resorts,” explains...
Hotel EMC2 Launches ‘Exactly Like Nothing Else’ Package
Chicago's Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection, a boutique hotel that celebrates the convergence of art and science through its design, cuisine and guest experience, has launched an exclusive “Exactly Like Nothing Else” package, ideal for a unique weekend getaway in the Windy City. The package includes a two-hour private tour at one of the largest and oldest museum’s in the city, the Art Institute of Chicago, as well as a $100 dinner credit to the Albert, Hotel EMC2’s contemporary restaurant that features seasonal, globally inspired cuisine. Guests will receive premium seating in...
Sunwing Offering Kids Stay Free Deals
Sunwing is offering special savings on a range of all-inclusive vacation packages to resorts across the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America through May 25. Depending on the resort, families can make their summer travel budget go even further with “Kids Stay, Play and Eat FREE” deals, special teen pricing, rooms that sleep families of five and more. The promotion includes the all new Royalton Bavaro Resort and Spa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, as well as Jewel Runaway Bay Beach and Golf Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and the Family Club at Grand Riviera Princess All...
Canada Is Rocking It!
There's no doubt about it, Canada is hot and getting hotter according to three top travel industry experts on the panel at the 13th annual Best Western Leisure Travel Summit that was held in Toronto yesterday (May 16). The trio of panelists – Dorothy Dowling, chief marketing officer and senior vice-president from Best Western Hotels & Resorts; Susie Grynol, president of the Hotel Association of Canada; and Brad Payea, head of industry relations for TripAdvisor – covered everything from forecasting summer season performance and trends to the importance of travel rewards programs...