Resorts
Capuano Named CEO For Marriott International
Marriott International’s Board of Directors have appointed Anthony “Tony” Capuano as Chief Executive Officer and he has also joined the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. Capuano was previously Group President, Global Development, Design and Operations Services. Marriott International’s Board of Directors also announced that Stephanie Linnartz, previously Group President, Consumer Operations, Technology and Emerging Businesses, has been named President, effective immediately. Capuano’s and Linnartz’s appointments follow the unexpected passing of...
Accor, Microsoft Team Up On ALL CONNECT
Accor has announced that it’s collaborating with Microsoft to launch ALL CONNECT a new hybrid meetings concept supported by Microsoft Teams. The new concept will enable guests around the world to adapt to the new ways of working that are expected to be an enduring legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, 55% of Accor hotels with meeting rooms are already providing hybrid meetings solutions to their clients. Launching in April 2021, the new ALL CONNECT concept will ensure Accor hotels can provide an enriched full experience which resets the bar on the hybrid meeting...
Let The Transformation Begin
Outrigger Hospitality Group has released details of the $80 million transformation of the brand’s flagship property, Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, located directly on the golden sands of world-famous Waikiki Beach. The investment transforms the resort into a contemporary beachfront retreat, rooted in Hawaiian culture. With a focus on wellness and hospitality, property enhancements will include upscale residential-style rooms and suites, chic poolside experiences and a fully reimagined Kani Ka Pila Grille and stage – the home of Hawaiian music. Jeff Wagoner, president and...
Take A “Tradecation” in Barbados
Now this is nice. Sea Breeze Beach House and South Beach Hotel in Barbados are offering members of the Canadian travel industry special “Tradecation” rates through Oct. 31 of this year. Seabreeze’s all-inclusive Tradecation rate starts at US$150 per person per night, run of the house or US$180 per person per night in a Luxury Ocean Front Junior Suite. Stays include all meals, drinks afternoon tea, non-motorized watersports and free in room and resort wi-fi. This 122 room, boutique property offers top-rated service and the idyllic feeling of staying in your own Bajan beach...
Most Magical Celebration Ever
After years of imagining, planning and developing Walt Disney’s dreams, the Walt Disney World Resort officially opened on Oct. 1, 1971. In the five decades since, the vacation destination continued to expand with new stories and characters and adventures to cherish for a lifetime. And now with a major milestone approaching, guests can share in “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” beginning Oct. 1, 2021, in honour of the resort’s 50th anniversary. This 18-month celebratory event will feature new experiences at the resort’s four theme parks and beyond, where shimmering...
Club Med Embraces A New Era Of Travel
Last year pushed the travel world to pivot to meet the needs of Canadians who have been yearning for safe and reliable vacations. 2020 was a challenging time for the travel industry, but also provided valuable insight into travel opportunities for the year ahead and beyond. Amélie Brouhard, VP & Managing Director, Club Med Canada, said that: “In 2021, Club Med is continuing to respond and adapt to the changing expectations of travellers looking to reconnect with their passion when the context will allow it.” Brouhard continued: “By continually and thoughtfully updating...
Here’s The List Updated
The federal government's preliminary list of authorized quarantine hotels that was released last week has now (Feb 22) been expanded. On the web page where the quarantine hotels are listed, it also notes that hotel stopover bookings are managed by GB Travel Canada Inc., and are available by phone only. Bookings can be made by calling 1-800-294-8253. And it makes it clear that bookings can't be made directly with the hotel. The list of hotels is as follows: Calgary International Airport (YYC) Acclaim Hotel Calgary Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel Vancouver...
Togetherness — The Next Travel Destination
A new survey from IHG Hotels & Resorts reveals just how much people are longing for human connection; longing to be with their loved ones; and longing to make new memories. IHG reports that close to 60% of survey respondents said they cancelled up to four trips (leisure and business) last year. More than half the travellers surveyed said they have now rebooked cancelled trips or plan to rebook them, with family vacations and visiting loved ones topping travel wish lists for 2021. And while the pandemic isn’t over, the roll-out of vaccines is igniting hope and optimism, as...