Hotels & Resorts
Fairmont has Famous Agents special
Kyiv, Ukraine is among Eastern Europe's prime tourist destinations, and the new Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv is its most luxurious address. To celebrate the hotel's recent opening in the heart of the city's historic district, agents who book clients into this hotel for stays through June 30 will receive triple points from the brand's Famous Agents Education & Rewards program. Year-round, Famous Agents members earn one point per qualified room night at the brand's landmark properties around the world, and rewards can be enjoyed by redeeming a minimum of 50 points for a standard room at a Fairmont...
Mai Tais & Sunrises on Kaua’i
Just in time for spring and summer travel are two Hawaiian specially priced packages from Courtyard Kaua'i at Coconut Beach, making its recently renovated and revamped property the ultimate oasis for a family vacation, honeymoon, or girlfriend's getaway. Guests can choose from the Mai Tais and Sunrises package through June 15 or the Sun Kissed Kaua'i from June 15 to Sept. 15. Mai Tais & Sunrises includes: Mai Tai welcome, early arrival, late departure, upgrade to next view room category (caps at Ocean View), Garden View to Pool View, Pool View to Ocean View, Ocean View to Premium Ocean View,...
Prince Hotel Waikiki gets makeover
The 521-room Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club has recently completed a $5 million room renovation that includes guestrooms updated with flat-screen TVs; island inspired weaves, textures and motifs with a contemporary twist; specially designed bed décor; Hawaiian kappa patterned carpeting; new artwork featuring local artists; and contemporary lighting. In addition, the hotel redesigned its waterfall fronting Ala Moana Boulevard; new carpet and furnishings have been installed at Prince Court and Hakone restaurants; and Wi-Fi service is now available for guests in all rooms as well...
Sheraton Maui debuts room makeover
Following a $6.5 million renovation, the Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa now features newly enhanced guest rooms. The 508-room resort has upgraded its in-room features with plush carpeting, traditional Hawaiian artwork, delicate drapery, freshly painted walls in warm hues, new tropical furnishings and newly installed wireless Internet....
Aqua Hotel has package to mark new civil rights law
In celebration of the civil unions bill that took effect on Jan. 1, Aqua Hotels and Resorts created the "C U at Aqua"package, which is perfect for LGBT travellers. This package is available at 12 participating Aqua hotels in Waikiki and includes a guaranteed king or queen bed, one Kama Sutra Getaway Love Kit, a box of chocolate macadamia nuts, a bottle of champagne, a coupon for a Mai Tai cocktail, and more....
Vail Resorts closes acquisition of Kirkwood
Vail Resorts has closed on its acquisition of Kirkwood Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe, Calif. Vail Resorts now operates three world-class mountain resorts in the Lake Tahoe region and together with Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California provides guests and pass holders "unparalleled value with the very best that Lake Tahoe has to offer."The transaction, which included the ski resort and undeveloped sites at the centre of the base area, closed for approximately US$18 million. The seller retains a participation interest in the base area parcels and continues to own the remainder of...
Alpina Gstaad joins Preferred Boutique collection
Switzerland's Alpina Gstaad, the newest five-star hotel to open in the Swiss Alpine village in 100 years, has been accepted as a member of Preferred Boutique, an elite collection of intimate hotels and resorts and a brand of Preferred Hotel Group. Unique by design, the Preferred Boutique collection of hotels and resorts "celebrates distinctive travel experiences that showcase style, service and personality on an intimate scale."Set on two hectares in the exclusive hilltop area of Oberbort, The Alpina Gstaad overlooks the village, which is nestled in Saanenland in the heart of the Bernese...
New Wyndham Grand takes a step back in time
The Mining Exchange, a Wyndham Grand Hotel, is set to open in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. The hotel is set amongst four historic buildings dating back to the early 20th century. The 110-year-old Mining Exchange building, the oldest of the four, at one time served as the primary stock exchange for the western US. The original exterior features solid granite walls and is being restored to maintain its original grandeur. The hotel's 119 guest rooms, which include two presidential, 12 grand and 35 junior suites, boast 12-foot ceilings, handcrafted furnishings and other luxury...