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By Bob Mowat

October 22, 2014

Almost Ablaze

A group of more than a dozen representatives – hotels, attractions, etc. -- from Jackson Hole, Wyoming were in Toronto this week, meeting with travel trade types in the city and hosting a premiere of a new film, “Almost Ablaze,” on the destination. Kent Elliott of the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce explained that Canada was the destination's number one international market in the winter season, with Canadians attracted to the area for its skiing, along with a host of other winter sports activities that include dog sledding, snow biking, sleigh rides, winter festivals, culture...

By TravelPress Staff

October 22, 2014

Gansevoort Set for Dominican Opening

Gansevoort Hotel Group will officially open its latest oceanfront resort – Gansevoort Playa Imbert – on the Dominican Republic’s north coast on Dec. 15. The hotel will feature 48 suites comprised of one- and two-bedroom lofts, three-bedroom apartments with private plunge pools and terraces, and a collection of four-bedroom penthouses. Each penthouse offers a private rooftop Jacuzzi. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer seascapes from every guestroom, while interiors provide kitchens, walk-in showers, custom bathtubs and natural stone finishes. A three-tiered cascading infinity pool...

By TravelPress Staff

October 21, 2014

Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver Celebrates Exhibit

The Vancouver Art Gallery, now hosting “The Forbidden City: Inside the Court of China's Emperors” exhibition to Jan. 11, has partnered with the Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver. The Imperial Experience at Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver offers overnight accommodation in luxurious rooms and suites, valet parking, two express-entry tickets to The Forbidden City exhibition, plus 15% savings at the Gallery Store. Also included is an exclusive afternoon tea for two in Xi Shi Lounge. To celebrate the exhibition, Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver wants to send a winner to see the Forbidden City in...

By TravelPress Staff

October 20, 2014

Hard Rock Heading to the Lone Star State

Hard Rock International has announced a move into the Lone Star State with the Hard Rock Hotel Dallas-Fort Worth, to be located in The Grand Alps Village development in Grand Prairie, Texas, future home to the most advanced indoor snow facility in the world. The 300-room, Hard Rock managed hotel will include 86 rooms overlooking the indoor ski facility, a rooftop pool complex and two Rock Star Suites. Construction is scheduled to begin for the $400 million property in January and the hotel is projected to open in January...

By TravelPress Staff

October 20, 2014

Morritt’s Introduces Agent Incentives

Morritt’s Resort in the Cayman Islands is offering travel agents a 20% commission on all client reservations at Morritt’s Tortuga Club, Morritt’s Grand Resort and the newest property, The Londoner. The 20% commission is available to all agents booking rack rate stays for travel through Dec. 20, 2015. In addition, agents who want to experience any of the three Morritt’s properties are being offered a 50% savings on nightly rack rates on reservations made for travel by Dec. 20, 2015. While staying at any Morritt’s Resort property, guests can use the facilities of the...

By Bob Mowat

October 20, 2014

Together We Are Best Western

“Together We Are Best Western.” That was the theme of the hotel group's annual North American conference and it was a theme that senior executives reinforced time and time again as they talked about where Best Western had been; where it is today; and where it is headed in the future, reports executive editor, Bob Mowat in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. “I love the theme of this year’s convention,” David Kong, president and CEO of Best Western said in his address to delegates, observing: “It celebrates the success of our brand and pays homage to the...

By TravelPress Staff

October 17, 2014

Sabre Boosts Hotel Content With HRS Properties

More than 400,000 Sabre travel agents in 144 countries can now efficiently shop and book more than 50,000 HRS hotel properties within the Sabre travel marketplace. HRS is one of Europe‘s leading providers of hotels, including a wide range of independent properties. The addition of HRS content in Sabre gives travel agencies more choices and helps them meet growing traveller demand for independent hotel properties. Travel management companies that use Sabre will also gain access to the HRS Corporate Discounts program, which offers up to 30% off daily room rates for over 35,000...

By Bob Mowat

October 14, 2014

Go West For The Powder

The 2014-2015 ski season is just about here and two BC resorts are encouraging ski enthusiasts to book before Nov. 15, 2014 and save big on the slopes this season. Both Fernie Alpine Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort are located in British Columbia's Rocky Mountains and offer some of Canada's best powder. New this year is a shuttle service from the Calgary International Airport – which is the closest major airport to the resorts. The resorts' Ski Free, Stay Free and Ride Free early bird package includes: Stay 6 nights and get the 6th free. Ski/ride 5 days and get the...

By TravelPress Staff

October 10, 2014

Dreaming With Sunquest

Sunquest’s latest “Deal of the Week” is offering up to $300 per couple in savings at all Dreams and Secrets resorts. Valid on all new bookings made between Oct. 9 and Oct. 15 for travel anytime, this offer applies to any departure date, from any gateway, for any duration, and at any Dreams or Secrets property available through...

By TravelPress Staff

October 9, 2014

Skyfall Special Extended

Blue Sky Luxury has extended its Skyfall special offer for bookings through Oct. 31. Clients can pay for five nights and stay for seven at select Jamaica villas, while in Barbados can save 20% on a seven-night villa stay. Travel to Jamaica is through Nov. 22, and to Barbados through Dec....

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