Resorts
Disney Hotels Extend the Magic
Guests of the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels in Central Florida, beginning with stays on Jan. 1 and continuing throughout 2018, will enjoy an “Extra Magic Hours” benefit at Walt Disney World Theme Parks, with valid theme park admission. Throughout 2018, hotel guests can take advantage of Extra Magic Hours perk. Each day, one of the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks opens early or extends later for guests to enjoy select attractions, and during select dates, the Extra Magic Hours benefit may also be offered at a Disney Water Park. Guests can view the Extra Magic Hours...
‘New’ Coconut Bay Welcoming Guests
Saint Lucia's Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is fully reopened after completing $3 million in refurbishments over a recent month-long closure. The enhancements put the focus on improving guests’ experience from dining venues to poolside. The resort’s central dining and entertainment venue, now called The Cove, underwent a complete facelift with stylish and environmentally responsible coastal-casual décor, including new flooring, furniture and booths, light fixtures and new names. The Flip Flops Burger Bar and Pizzeria is suited for a casual meal, whether an early lunch or...
Luxe Welcomes New Properties
From Florida beaches and the Boston Commons, to the boulevards of Barcelona, L.E. Hotels’ guests now have more options when booking their next vacation or business trip. The global hospitality brand’s Luxe Collection by L.E. Hotels has announced the addition of three properties in Barcelona, Boston and Florida, along with completed renovations to a property in Granada, Spain (the Hotel Alhambra Palace, pictured). Each property added to the collection boasts an individual character, and a distinct sense of place, rounding out an already diverse portfolio of L.E. Hotels. As an...
Warwick Offers ‘Paradise Winter Savings’
The adults-only, all-inclusive Warwick Paradise Island - Bahamas is giving a holiday gift to travellers booking the resort in the form of savings up to 55% off its high-season rack rates as part of a “Paradise Winter Savings” promotion available for bookings until March 15 with travel dates through Dec. 31, 2018. Reduced all-inclusive nightly rates start from US$321 per night, based on double occupancy, for travel Jan. 8 - Feb. 14, 2018, a savings of 51% off rack rates. For travel Feb. 15 - April 14, 2018, rates start from US$370 per night, double, a savings of 55%. Rates quoted...
Caribbean Hotels Reporting Strong Holiday Season
Holiday travellers are escaping to the Caribbean, with hotels in most destinations not impacted by this year's hurricanes reporting occupancies in excess of 90% over the holiday season. “More than 70% of the Caribbean was not impacted by hurricanes Irma and Maria and travellers are discovering the incredible diversity of destinations and offerings throughout the region, as they explore its many vacation options,” commented Frank Comito, CEO and director general of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA). CHTA canvassed a number of the region's destinations this week...
Transat Offers European Charm in Mexico
Transat is now offering the new The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences, Curio Collection by Hilton, located in the heart of Playa del Carmen in Riviera Maya. The five-star hotel, which opened its doors on Dec. 15, is offered exclusively by Transat in Canada. It's ideal for both those looking to relax and explore – an all-inclusive stay in the comfort of a boutique hotel and a prime location that allows its guests to soak up the local culture. Its 93 rooms, some of which have kitchenette, are near the colourful 5th Avenue, which buzzes with boutiques, restaurants and nightclubs....
Sunwing Adds Royalton Bavaro Resort to Sun Lineup
Sunwing has added the new, luxurious Royalton Bavaro Resort and Spa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to its sun lineup. The resort offers travellers an “All-In Luxury” experience along with several new unique features, including the FlowRider surf experience and a 1,200-ft. lazy river leading to a grotto bar. A Sunwing Smile Resort, families can also take advantage of several exclusive perks, including “Kids Stay, Play and Eat FREE” deals all year round, teen pricing, no supplement for single parents and more. Accommodations include swim-out suites, as well as options...
Growing, Growing, Growing
Karisma Hotels & Resorts' Daniel Scheiman took the recent marketing forum at the 10th annual Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultants conference as a platform to let travel agents – the company’s No. 1 partner – know there’s plenty of developments in the works, reports assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. “We truly understand you are the force behind the wheel. You run the factory,” said the senior business development manager for North America at the event held at El Dorado Royale in Riviera Maya, Mexico. “Our way of saying...