Hotels
All That Jazz
The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and the April 29 to May 8 festival is being billed as the place to be for those seeking hot days and cool jazz, cool nights and hot jazz – or both. Calabash Cove Resort & Spa, a boutique oceanfront hotel on Saint Lucia, gets into the swing of things with its Jazz Fest Special: 35% off the regular room rate for four nights with the fifth night free. The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival has earned international accolades, drawing some of the world’s top musicians to the West Indian...
Langham Has US Expansion Plans
Langham Hotels & Resorts will expand its presence in the United States with three new hotels – Langham Place, Wade Park in Frisco, Texas (pictured); Langham Place, San Francisco; The Langham, Bishop’s Lodge, Santa Fe in New Mexico. All three hotels will be part of the established Langham Hotels and Resorts brand, the luxury hotel tier of Langham Hospitality Group, representing two styles – The Langham, which represents classic elegance and traditional décor, and the more modern, contemporary Langham Place. All the hotels will offer five-star service and the brand identifiers...
Delta Hotels Joins Marriott Rewards
Marriott Rewards is being expanded to include Delta Hotels and Resorts, giving its 54 million members even more choice and flexibility when they travel. Marriott Rewards members can now earn points or miles and Elite night credits, and redeem for free night stays, at 21 Delta Hotels across Canada, with the brand’s 14 remaining Canadian properties joining the program in late April. Delta Privilege members will also enjoy the full benefits of Marriott Rewards membership, including the ability to earn and redeem points at more than 4,000 Marriott hotels globally across 17 distinct...
Half Moon Debuts Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Jamaica's Half Moon, A RockResort, recently unveiled its multi-million renovation, including the reopening of the historic Sugar Mill Restaurant, along with updates to the lobby – including the addition of Lester’s Café, a new coffee shop, and The Cedar Bar, a newly renovated bar and terrace overlooking the ocean. Nestled in an alcove next to a 17th-century water mill is the renovated Sugar Mill. Helmed by Chef de Cuisine Christopher Golding – named “Best Chef in Jamaica” – the restaurant now serves Wagyu beef, known for its distinctive flavour and tenderness perfected by...
Best Western Posts Impressive Results
Best Western Hotels & Resorts continues to demonstrate a track record of tremendous financial performance with an average RevPAR index of 110 over the past four years – 100 represents fair market share versus competitors in measuring revenue per available room. Additionally, the brand continues to reach other milestones including generating revenue of $4.0 billion in North America, realizing $1.4 billion in revenue from its central reservation system and the brand’s loyalty program, Best Western Rewards® drove $1.5 billion to North American hotels. Commenting on the results,...
On the Road at Grand Velas Riviera Maya
“Canadians have a way of thinking of Mexico not as a destination, but as a week far away from the cold,” says Juan Vela, VP of Velas Resorts, pictured. While escaping winter may be a key factor to many getaways, he says the variety of things visitors can do while in Mexico make it a year round destination. “The quality of hotels and the experiences that you can get in Mexico is superior to anything you’d find in the Caribbean,” he says. On site at Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Vela told Press Today that Canada is a top international market (along with the USA) for the...
W Hits the Slopes of Aspen
W Hotels Worldwide will debut its second alpine escape – and first in North America – with the W Aspen and The Sky Residences at W Aspen slated to open in time for the 2017 winter ski season. W Aspen, formerly the Sky Hotel, will be situated at the base of Aspen Mountain and provide skiers the ability to ski right into the hotel. The mountain chalet will offer 88 guestrooms (including six suites) and 11 W-branded fractional residences. The hotel will feature an oversized split level Living Room (the brand’s alternative to the staid hotel lobby), a 1,600-square-foot outdoor...
DoubleTree by Hilton Opens New Hotel in London
DoubleTree by Hilton has opened its newest property in London – the 260-room DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel, located in the heart of London's up-and-coming financial hub. Featuring 31 deluxe rooms and 35 suites, the hotel gives the brand more than 25 properties across the U.K. The new property offers views of London's Royal Victoria Dock and is conveniently located near Canary Wharf, London ExCel, The O2, London City Airport and the Emirates Air Line Cable Car. Facilities include the 112-seat DoubleTree Restaurant, the DoubleTree Lounge Bar, fitness centre and two contemporary...