Sandals Resorts International has officially broken ground on a multi-million dollar expansion of its Dover Beach property in Barbados, marking the commencement of the construction of an additional 222 rooms and suites.
This expansion, when complete in November 2017, will add to the existing 280-room count and firmly place the property as the largest Sandals resort in the Eastern Caribbean.
The official groundbreaking ceremony took place on June 8 and was led by SRI’s chairman Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart and chief executive officer Adam Stewart, along with Barbados Minister of...
Hard Rock International has announced that the Hard Rock Hotel New York is slated to open late spring 2019, with the new-build, 445-room hotel in an area previously known as Music Row, and which was once a musical mecca for rock legends such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones.
The Hard Rock Hotel will pay tribute to the city’s musical and cultural heritage with live music events and artist-inspired design elements. With Hard Rock International’s standing as curators of the world’s largest music memorabilia collection, the hotel’s design will feature...
Saint Lucia's Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is inviting Canadians to visit this summer with an exclusive limited time offer of up to 60% savings and a child free.
Rates for summer and fall family getaways start at $139 per person, per night, based on double occupancy, including airport transfers from Hewanorra International Airport and all government taxes and gratuities for bookings made through June 30 on stays of five nights. Children 3-17 years of age stay for $63 per night and kids under three are always free.
In addition, for stays of seven nights or longer guests will...
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement to open a property in Dubai.
Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre is expected to begin welcoming guests in the fall of 2017.
Forming part of a mixed-use residential, retail and office-space development, Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre will feature 247 guest rooms, as well as a range of upscale dining options, spa and wellness facilities. Significant events space will include a grand ballroom and a further four meeting rooms, designed for social occasions and corporate...
Following a successful inaugural event, Sunwing Vacations has announced the return of “Just For Laughs Resort Week” at the Royalton Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa between Nov. 6-12 – allowing vacationers who travel with the tour operator to once again have an opportunity to be entertained by some of the world’s top comedians as part of their all-inclusive vacation.
The week-long celebration of comedy will feature stand-up performances, family magic shows and roaming entertainers who will wander the grounds surprising unsuspecting guests with comical acts and pranks. Headliners...
Signature Vacations has announced the highly anticipated opening of the new five-star adults only 18+ Riu Republica.
Offering a unique ambiance of modern elegance, the luxury all-inclusive resort welcomed its first guests on June 4. Enjoying an enviable location on the white sands of Arena Gorda Beach in the Dominican Republic, the new resort is set in expansive tropical gardens, and boasts three large pools with spacious sun terraces.
Amenities include free Wi-Fi, concierge service, fitness centre, Jacuzzi, steam bath and a Renova Spa including a beauty parlour and massage...
Sirenis Hotels & Resorts is hosting a free travel agent webinar on June 22 at 2 p.m. EST.
Sirenis boasts three all-inclusive, family friendly properties in Punta Cana, Riviera Nayarit and the Riviera Maya. Guests of all ages, travelling for any occasion, can enjoy the perfect combination of relaxation and excitement.
In Punta Cana, the casino and onsite waterpark, Sirenis Aquagames, makes it the perfect destination for children and adults alike. In the Riviera Maya, guests seeking a group getaway will find countless activities available. The all new Grand Sirenis Matlali Hills...
Toronto's Chelsea Hotel is having a summer sale, offering travellers saving of up to 20%.
Guests staying for one night will save 15%, while those staying two or more nights will enjoy a savings of 20%.
The hotel’s central downtown location makes it a perfect location for exploring all that Toronto has to offer – from petting stingrays at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada to the many summer festivals and concerts.
Guests of the Chelsea can learn about the happenings in the city through the hotel’s Concierge. And, as an added perk, guests can take advantage of the hotel’s...
Beaches Resorts is offering parents a chance to enjoy quality time together away from the kids – a vacation within their vacation – with its “Parents Time-Out for Two” package.
For all new bookings of seven nights or longer at any Beaches resort in Jamaica or Turks & Caicos made through Nov. 7, parents can pick between a complimentary romantic candlelight dinner or a relaxing 30-minute couples massage during their Luxury Included vacation. Travel windows are Aug. 15 – Nov. 21 and Aug. 14 – Nov. 20, 2017.
There is a limit of one complimentary “Parents Time-Out For...
Sandals Foundation and The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) have joined forces to create a fellowship that will provide funding for a healthcare professional from Barbados to train at the renowned children’s hospital in Toronto.
Dr. Chantelle Browne-Farmer has been selected as the first candidate from Barbados to receive a two-year fellowship at SickKids as part of the SickKids-Caribbean Initiative (SCI). At SickKids, Dr. Browne-Farmer will be part of the Division of Haematology and Oncology where she will have an opportunity to become immersed in observing and participating in...