Hotels
Courtyard By Marriott Opens in Quebec City
Courtyard by Marriott Quebec City opened its doors on July 29. Featuring an “innovative lobby space as well as Courtyard’s latest contemporary room design, the new hotel provides flexibility and choices that allow guests to optimize and elevate their travel experience.” Located in the Lebourgneuf district, 10 minutes from Old Quebec and Jean-Lesage International Airport, the Courtyard Quebec City offers guests convenient access to the Videotron Centre, the ExpoCite’ Centre and Les Galeries de la Capitae Mall & Amusement Park. The hotel is also in close proximity to...
Sabre Expands Hotel Choices With EAN
Travel agents now have 63,000 more reasons to use the Sabre travel marketplace as their global distribution system (GDS) of choice, thanks to a participation agreement between Sabre Corporation and Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN). With the new integration with EAN, Sabre is adding more than 63,000 new hotel properties to its travel marketplace and travel agencies now have access to EAN rates and availability through the Sabre GDS. Agents can easily shop and book properties through the Sabre Red Workspace. The additional properties are a range of property types, including...
Niagara Falls Stakes Its Claim
Niagara Falls is arguing that it deserves the official title of Eighth Wonder of the World. The unofficial title is often given to sites, buildings, projects and designs that are deemed comparable to the original Seven World Wonders. Niagara Falls is often listed as a top natural wonder or landmark, but the Falls are only one characteristic that make Canada’s Niagara region “a top contender for the title.” “When people think of Niagara, the first thing that comes to mind—and for good reason—is likely the Falls,” says Anthony Annunziata, VP of marketing at Marriott...
Accor Picks Frid For Key Role
AccorHotels has picked Kevin Frid as its new chief operating officer for North & Central America. Frid’s position is one of the first senior management appointments since the recent acquisition of FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) and its three prestigious luxury hotel brands: Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel. Frid's appointment, with his experience and expertise in the United States, Canada and Mexico, underscores AccorHotels’ commitment to one of its key strategic objectives – building long-term growth and profitability in a region that includes the largest and most...
Adults-Only Warwick Coming to Paradise Island
Warwick Hotels and Resorts will open its newest four-star hotel to Paradise Island, Bahamas, in October. Set along the Nassau Harbour, the all-inclusive, adults-only resort will feature 250 guest rooms. The US$28 million hotel will also feature a 6,000-sq.-ft. Terrace overlooking the marinas across the harbour. The Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas will welcome guests 18 years of age and older with all-inclusive rates that include meals and snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, standard Wi-Fi, daily activities, nightly entertainment, use of fitness centre, and gratuities,...
Cuba Shines With Hola Sun
Cuba specialist Hola Sun Holidays is happy to host cavemen. And cavewomen as well. Hola Sun sales representative Roberto Diaz Ganuzas told a July 22 Toronto gathering that among Varadero excursions his company offers are ones showcasing two caves – one home to stalactites and the other having an underground river. Diaz Ganuzas added that Varadero also offers golf and has many nightclubs found outside its resorts, all of which underscores Cuba's evolution beyond it simply being a beach resort destination. The company – which will hold a Sept. 16 product launch in Mississauga,...
ACV Adds Blue Diamond Properties to Sun Portfolio
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has added 16 Blue Diamond properties, including Royalton Resorts, Hideaway at Royalton and CHIC, to its Sun portfolio. Now included in the collection: Royalton Saint Lucia Resort & Spa – opening early 2017. Set in the lush Saint Lucian landscape, this resort welcomes guests of all ages. The resort offers 349 rooms throughout the general resort and Diamond Club, as well as world-class dining and modern facilities. Hideaway at Royalton Saint Lucia – opening early 2017. This oasis within the Royalton Saint Lucia offers guests the chance to open...
Take Me Out To The Ballgame
As a salute to the Toronto Blue Jays, the InterContinental Toronto Centre is presenting the “Home Run Package,” which includes complimentary valet parking, an overnight stay in a superior room for two, two Toronto Blue Jays field level tickets for select August games, two Toronto Blue Jays Nike caps and a Steam Whistle welcome amenity. The package also includes a buffet breakfast for two at Azure Restaurant & Bar, complimentary WiFi and 3 p.m. late check-out. The InterContinental Toronto Centre’s Home Run Package starts at $449 per night (25%...