Resorts
Canada Stays Strong For Sandals
Sandals Resorts International says its following in the Canadian market remains strong, regardless of whether thermometer mercury plunges during winter. Company CEO Adam Stewart told travelpress.com during a Sandals reception in Montego Bay Friday that the milder winter that much of this country has been experiencing as of late hasn't translated into Canadians forgoing winter vacations with the Jamaica-based company. Stewart said “lower product” resorts are more likely to be vulnerable to milder winter weather than Sandals. “It doesn't affect us the way it does others ... The...
Atlantis Unveils Agent Ambassador Program
Atlantis, Paradise Island has introduced its first-ever travel agent loyalty and education program – Atlantis Ambassador. Atlantis invites qualified agents to join forces with the largest resort in The Bahamas to earn a certified title as an Atlantis Ambassador. The points-based loyalty program offers numerous perks and travel opportunities to the resort for agents. “Becoming an Atlantis Ambassador will empower travel agents with the education and resources to close more sales and increase advocacy on behalf of our beloved resort. In turn, we will be able to express our...
Beaches Launches Fitness Classes for Children
Sandals is helping kids get more interested in keeping fit with the launch of fitness classes specially for children at its Beaches resorts in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos. Children will be able to participate in yoga, water aerobics and boot camp classes, including: Kids Yoga – The classes will explore breathing exercises, visual imagery and relaxation techniques while conveying lessons in self-expression, body image, social skills, positive thinking and environmental awareness. Physically, the class will enhance kids’ flexibility, strength, co-ordination, and body...
Hotel De Glace Now Open
The Hotel De Glace in Quebec City is now open. Now in its 16th season, officials note that despite a late start to winter and unusually difficult weather conditions, the construction team went all out to have the property open for visitors and it will now operate every day from 10 a.m. to midnight through March 28. The Hotel De Glace has entirely redesigned, its unique architecture, festive Ice Bar, enriching guided tours and exciting outdoor family activities make the Hotel de Glace a destination of choice to experience winter to the max. Inspired by the Rivers theme, the design...
Hard Rock Heading to Hartford
Hard Rock International plans to open the Hard Rock Hotel Hartford, a new-build 170-room property, in fall 2018 in the Connecticut capital city’s fast evolving Downtown North (“DoNo”) district. Welcoming locals and visitors alike, Hard Rock Hotel Hartford will serve as a top regional attraction and complement the city’s new minor league stadium as part of Downtown North’s long-term redevelopment plan. Plans for the hotel call for an assortment of amenities, such as a rooftop pool and lounge inviting guests to enjoy the Downtown North and Hartford skylines, including the...
Wyndham Brings Flagship Brand to Argentina
Building on more than 16 years of experience in Argentina, the Wyndham Hotel Group has marked the debut of its namesake brand, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, in Argentina with the opening of the 141-room Wyndham Nordelta Tigre Buenos Aires. The hotel is the first Wyndham Hotels and Resorts property to open in Argentina and the 35th hotel in the country for the Wyndham Hotel Group. Located across from Nordelta Bay in Tigre, Wyndham Nordelta Tigre Buenos Aires offers spectacular views from its modern six-storey building. The hotel is the only in the city accessible by land and river and...
Get Adventurous With Fairmont This Winter
When it comes to winter adventure, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts offers some of the most sought-after destinations, highlighted by back-country adventures in Banff to cross-country skiing in Charlevoix and “après” offerings and delicious cuisine at hotels across the Americas. Alpine adventures Fairmont’s mountain properties make the most of their stunning locations and provide families, couples and friends with a luxurious home base for an exhilarating or relaxing winter getaway. As North America’s largest true ski-in, ski-out property, Fairmont Château Whistler...
Chicago’s Langham Unveils ‘New’ Travelle Kitchen
Chicago's Langham Hotel recently unveiled the “new” Travelle Kitchen + Bar (formerly just Travelle) highlighted by an evolved menu selection and new “Family Table” option. Diners are invited to partake “in a more casual experience, complemented by a fresh, approachable cuisine that celebrates Chicago and the Midwest.” The new menu features dishes inspired by Executive Chef Tim Graham’s Midwestern roots. With new brunch, lunch, and dinner menus, the dining room has an array of shared snacks, starters, flatbreads, sandwiches, entrees, Chef Tim’s picks and more. Sample...