Hotels & Resorts
Iberostar offering exclusive wedding promotions for 2024
Iberostar Beachfront Resorts is offering a range of exclusive wedding promotions available for its properties in the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Mexico. And travel agents can benefit from double points when booking accommodations on Iberostar’s Star Agents program and a 15% enhanced commission on wedding day events. The company notes that recent trends indicate that 2024 will be a strong year for select Caribbean destinations. The Dominican Republic, for example, is on track to bring in 10 million visitors by the end of 2023. Mexico and Jamaica are also demonstrating robust...
Wyndham Alltra Vallarta reveals swanky upgrades
Playa Hotels & Resorts recently completed extensive renovations at the newly renamed Wyndham Alltra Vallarta in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Drawing inspiration from ancient Huichol culture, the resort enhancements showcase a vibrant transformation at the former Wyndham Alltra Riviera Nayarit. A total of 159 rooms have been upgraded, including all Junior Suite Ocean Viewand Club Junior Suite Ocean View categories. Club level guests will appreciate the new and improved Alltra VIP Club which offers semi-private check-in and check-out service, concierge assistance, personalized...
Hideaway at Royalton in Montego Bay officially open
Blue Diamond Resorts has announced that the Hideaway at Royalton Blue Waters, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only is now officially open and has welcomed its first guests. Situated in the heart of Montego Bay, Jamaica, this adults-only oceanfront resort features 352 modern accommodations, twelve diverse dining options, pristine pools, a private islet, and endless entertainment, further bolstering Blue Diamond Resorts' presence in Jamaica with five distinct properties. Jordi Pelfort, President of Blue Diamond Resorts, said: “As we strive to offer tailored...
Beaches Resorts Welcomes The Elf On The Shelf Scout Elf
Holiday carols sung with sun-soaked cheer: that’s the sound of Scout Elf helpers heading South for the winter this year. Beaches Resorts ushers in the magic of the season with an irresistible invitation and “V.I.E.” butler-curated perks for everyone’s favourite Christmastime sidekick to hang their tiny hats and bask in a Caribbean winter wonderland. Joining festive forces with The Lumistella Company – the creators of the beloved annual family tradition The Elf on the Shelf – Beaches Resorts is rolling out the candy cane carpet for families and Scout Elf friends alike...
Expedia Group Unpacks The Trends For 2024
Expedia Group has unveiled Unpack ’24 -- a comprehensive look at what’s motivating travellers and where they’re going next year. Based on the company’s first-party travel data, plus a global consumer survey of 20,000 travellers, Unpack ’24 includes eight new travel trends for 2024, from top destinations to what’s next in travel tech. Jon Gieselman, President of Expedia Brands, said: “At Expedia Group, we have extensive first-party travel data that we use to enhance and curate experiences for our travellers across Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo. These insights shape our...
Fogo Island Inn Joins Relais & Châteaux
Fogo Island Inn has joined Relais & Châteaux, which is comprised of 580 hotels and restaurants around the world. In the Inn’s 10th year of operation, this partnership presents an opportunity to work closely with like-minded independent properties from around the world, each committed to championing place-specific hospitality. Fogo Island Inn, a community-owned social business, looks forward to learning from its fellow Relais & Châteaux members and sharing its experience in operating a place-based, regenerative enterprise that affects positive change in its...
Hyatt On Track To Double Brand Footprint In Canada by 2026
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is poised to double Hyatt’s brand footprint in Canada by the end of 2026, with over 20 executed managed and franchised agreements across its distinct brands. As Hyatt continues to build its net rooms growth globally, this strategic and intentional growth in Canada reflects Hyatt’s focus on listening and developing in destinations that matter most to guests, World of Hyatt members and owners. With nearly 20 hotels currently open in Canada, Hyatt expects to have an additional 23 hotels open and operating by the end of 2026, doubling Hyatt’s Canadian...
Arizona Resort Recognized For Its Dark Sky Views
A luxury tent resort in Arizona near the border of Utah has been named as the first-ever DarkSky-certified resort in the world. Guests who book a stay there will be treated to a perfectly pitch-black night sky, painted with countless stars and galaxies. Under Canvas Lake Powell - Grand Staircase is the glamping property located in the dark sky park, where artificial light is minimized. This allows visitors to experience the night sky in a way that can’t be seen in urban/suburban areas due to excessive light pollution, enabling clear views of celestial scenery like stars, planets and...