Resorts
Sandals To Open Second Barbados Resort
Sandals Resorts has altered its plans for an expansion of Sandals Barbados to plans to open a second property on the Caribbean island, Sandals Royal Barbados. The all-suite resort is now available to book for stays beginning Dec. 20. According to Sandals Resorts chairman, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, the new, stand-alone resort was originally conceived as an expansion of the nearby Sandals Barbados. However, said Stewart, “After reviewing the scope of the project, we felt that expanding may compromise intimacy, essential to a romantic setting, and possibly service standards, so...
AMResorts Finds A Nifty Niche
AMResorts has found itself a nifty niche with the launch of its new Dulha & Dulhan package targeting couples in the South Asian market looking to have their wedding at a destination in Mexico and the Caribbean. With the Indian wedding market growing by 25% annually, AMResorts new package is available a select properties and it features four events for up to 50 guests, Package elements include a welcome cocktail party, dedicated, on-site wedding planner, wedding ceremony and dinner reception. Along with the private wedding events as outlined above, couples booking the Dulha...
Four Seasons’ Exclusive
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has opened an exclusive-use hideaway in a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve – Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah, Baa Atoll. Voavah is capturing the attention of families and groups looking for a luxurious, secluded haven in a pristine location. The retreat has seven bedrooms – two specially designed for younger guests – a beach house, dive centre, 18.9-metre yacht and Four Seasons' staff on hand. As the private island is solely available for exclusive use, younger guests can fashion adventures on a daily basis to keep the energy high....
Germany’s First In-Transit Hotel Opens at Frankfurt Airport
Clients connecting via Frankfurt Airport now have the option to take a snooze in between flights. The newly opened MY CLOUD Hotel, located at Gate Z 25 in Terminal 1, is Germany’s first transit hotel – allowing travellers to access a room for flexible times starting at three hours – without having to leave the security zone. With 59 rooms – each equipped with a bed, desk, stool and separate bathroom with shower, along with free WiFi, and an infotainment system with a digital date to remind guests when it’s time to board their flight – the space is designed for resting...
Playa Hotels & Resorts Goes Public
Playa Hotels & Resorts is the first company in the all-inclusive segment to become a publicly traded organization. Following its business combination with special-purpose acquisition company Pace Holdings Corp. (an affiliate of TPG) yesterday (March 13) morning, Playa Hotels & Resorts started trading on NASDAQ under PLYA and PLYAW. Playa CEO and chairman Bruce Wardinski and his management team will continue to run the combined company. In connection with the closing of the transaction, TPG partner and Pace president and CEO Karl Peterson has been appointed to the company’s...
InterContinental Gets Magical
A “Magical March Break” package from the InterContinental Toronto Centre is certain to appeal to Disney fans. The package is available March 16, 17 and 18 at a cost of $699 and includes overnight accommodation, four tickets to the Disney on Ice production: Follow Your Heart; a Disney inspired amenity, including a Mickey Mouse hat and Minnie Mouse ears, mini cupcakes, a Beauty and the Beast tea set, a Mickey and Minnie Mouse activity book, buffet breakfast for four at Azure Restaurant & Bar, complimentary WiFi and valet parking for one vehicle. As well, the InterContinental...
Breathless in Montego Bay
AMResorts has opened the doors to Breathless Montego Bay Resort & Spa, the brand’s first resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The debut follows the December opening of Zoëtry Montego Bay Jamaica, bringing AMResorts’ current portfolio to 52 luxury properties in 23 destinations across Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Surrounded by Montego Bay Marine Park, this 150-suite resort “boasts a chic design and state-of-the-art technology, including free WiFi and in-room tablets.” With the only rooftop pool and bar in Jamaica, a beach club, fire pits, cabanas, five bars and...
New Restaurant Openings at Sandals Emerald Bay
Three new restaurants have opened at Sandals Emerald Bay, bringing the total number of dining options at the Luxury Included resort to 11. The new restaurants include Bombay Club, the brand’s latest Indian restaurant concept offering a colourful setting inspired by India’s Festival of Colors, Kimonos, a lively Japanese restaurant where the chefs cook right in front of guests and Soy, a sushi bar restaurant amid a decor ambiance of cherry blossoms and a Japanese night sky. According to Sandals Resorts CEO Adam Stewart, the company is reviewing restaurant concepts at all Sandals...