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By Bob Mowat

February 3, 2012

Predator Ridge pens Hockey Canada deal

Predator Ridge has announced a preferred partnership alliance with Hockey Canada. The alliance sees the Okanagan golf resort community becoming Hockey Canada's summer home for this coming season. Scott Smith, COO of Hockey Canada, commented: "Hockey Canada is very excited to enter into a special and unique partnership with Predator Ridge. Hockey Canada remains very active in the summer as we prepare our teams, events and programs for the following season. This agreement will allow Hockey Canada to hold a number of events in the spectacular surroundings of Predator Ridge, while working towards...

By Bob Mowat

February 3, 2012

Disney Cruise Lines sails back into YVR in 2013

Disney Cruise Lines has officially released its itineraries for the 2013 season, and Vancouver is once again a port of call. The Disney Wonder debuted its cruises to Alaska in Vancouver last year, but switched to Seattle in 2012. However, Vancouver's closer proximity to Alaska and positive feedback from travellers contributed to Disney's decision to reinstate Vancouver as the departure point. Starting May 27, the Disney Wonder will depart Vancouver with 16 scheduled sailings throughout the season, travelling through the fjord at Tracy Arm and docking in the Alaskan ports of Skagway, Juneau...

By TravelPress Staff

February 2, 2012

Discover the wonders of Grenada in Feb. 8 webinar

A land of spices, exotic flowers and rare fruits -- discover the three-island nation of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique with Karen Stephenson of Grenada Tourism on Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. EST. This webinar will look at the unique selling features of Grenada and provide you with an ideal customer profile. Learn about all the exciting things Grenada has to offer like sporting events, dive excursions to the world's first underwater sculpture park, local culinary delights and energetic festivals and cultural celebrations. And travelling to Grenada is easier than ever before with direct flights...

By TravelPress Staff

February 2, 2012

Hilton set to open all-inclusive in Puerto Vallarta

Hilton is set to make its debut on the Pacific coast of Mexico, with the upcoming property appearing in a locale that's very familiar to Canadians and offering a type of vacation package that's built a strong following in this country. The Hilton Puerto Vallarta is slated to open in the summer and will be the only all-inclusive Hilton in Mexico, reports Gabriela Benedetto, who oversees sales efforts in Canada for Grupo Hotelero Santa Fe, parent company of the upcoming property. "They decided to use the prestige of Hilton Hotels and offer clients a new product in Puerto Vallarta,"Benedetto...

By TravelPress Staff

February 2, 2012

Atlific expands management portfolio in Fort McMurray

Atlific Hotels has added the Radisson Hotel & Suites Fort McMurray to its ever-growing portfolio. At the forefront of the hotel market in the thriving oil region, Atlific now manages six hotels with a total of 767 hotel rooms in Fort McMurray, all owned by Temple Real Estate Investment Trust. The Radisson Fort McMurray features 134 rooms and suites offering free local calling, mini refrigerators, coffee makers, on-demand movies, room service and Sleep Number Beds by Select Comfort. The hotel also features the contemporary Aurora Bar & Grill, a fitness centre, business centre, complimentary...

By TravelPress Staff

February 2, 2012

Sixth night free at Aulani resort

The new Aulani Disney Resort & Spa on Oahu is now offering a sixth night free plus complimentary continental breakfast, when guests book a five-night consecutive stay at the oceanfront resort. The resort features family activities and world-class entertainment, including a dynamic water playground, all created with the Disney magic. The offer is available for purchase through Feb. 29 for most nights from March 1-17 and April 15 through May 31. Mention offer code E7D....

By TravelPress Staff

February 1, 2012

Maui resort entices guests with special programs

Napili Kai Beach Resort on Maui's crescent-shaped Napili Bay is offering specials during its Value Seasons in 2012, including free nights and luggage fee reimbursement. Value Season dates are April 14 through June 15, and Aug. 18 through Dec. 13. The resort's room rates are lower during those periods, and the following programs are offered: !!! Fifth Night Free provides a complimentary fifth night to guests after every four consecutive paid nights at rack rate in selected room categories. A minimum five-night stay is required. !!! The resort's 7th Heaven Special offers a sixth and seventh...

By TravelPress Staff

February 1, 2012

Aqua ‘3-Night Stand’

Aqua Hotels & Resorts has new and returning Hawaii packages for 2012. Aqua 3-Night Stand is a new romance package designed for couples looking for more than a one-night stand. It includes a guaranteed king (or queen) bed, one Kama Sutra Getaway Love Kit featuring products for adventures in romance, a box of chocolate macadamia nuts and bottle of champagne. A three-night minimum stay is required. Aqua 3-Night Stand is available at 12 participating Aqua hotels, including Aqua Bamboo Waikiki, an intimate, Southeast Asian-inspired boutique hotel offering a saltwater swimming pool with waterfall...

By TravelPress Staff

February 1, 2012

Cayman arrivals surpass projections

Welcoming 309,091 stay-over visitors for 2011, the Cayman Islands has outperformed its projected arrival figure of 302,000 visitors to record a bumper year for global tourist arrivals, including a 26.3% increase from Canada. The 309,000 stay-over visitor figure represents a 7.2% increase over 2010 and is the best stay-over visitor arrival figure the Cayman Islands has recorded in 10 years. The Canadian office reports its second consecutive record year for arrivals with a 26.3% increase in Canadian travellers to Cayman in 2010. Paul Minich, country manager for the Cayman Islands Department of...

By TravelPress Staff

February 1, 2012

Celebrating Jamaica’s legendary music scene

February serves as Reggae Month in Jamaica, where fans can celebrate the music at its birthplace. Throughout the month, a range of reggae-focused activities will be held across the island with many of the events taking place in the capital city of Kingston. This year's Reggae Month will commemorate the island's 50th Anniversary of Independence with the theme "Reggae 50 - Jamaica's Heart and Soul."Special activities include the following: The Trench Town Festival, Feb. 3-6; Bob Marley Birthday Concert, Feb. 5; Bob Marley Museum Cake Cutting, Feb. 6; Best of the Reggae Film Festival, Feb. 18;...

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