Hotels & Resorts
SilverBirch expands in Canada
SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts has two new hotel partnerships with Marriott International, Inc., and will open TownePlace Suites by Marriott near Toronto's Pearson International in summer 2012 and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in St. John's in early 2013. SilverBirch is investing $123 million in the first phase of its growth strategy in key markets across the country. The latest announcement includes a $17-million revitalization of the former Sandalwood Hotel in Toronto that will see the 173-room hotel become only the second TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Canada. Located minutes from...
Hilton opens two new hotels at Frankfurt Airport
Hilton Worldwide has announced the opening of Hilton Frankfurt Airport and Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport, part of the renowned, futuristic THE SQUAIRE complex. The project is a first for Hilton Worldwide in Europe with two individually branded hotels operating beside each other under the same roof. Approximately 14 km from the city centre, business and leisure guests have a prime vantage point to the financial capital of Germany. The two hotels are located directly above the ICE Railway Station with trains direct to downtown Frankfurt in approximately 15 minutes. Guests are connected to...
Choice joins Amex Membership Rewards program
Choice Privileges, the rewards program from Choice Hotels International, Inc, is the latest point transfer partner to join Membership Rewards program. Choice Privileges members can now transfer their American Express Membership Rewards Points to their Choice Privileges account point-for-point (1:1 ratio). Card members can log into their Membership Rewards account to transfer their existing points one-to-one to their Choice Privileges account. In converting American Express Membership Rewards points to Choice Privileges points, rewards members can increase their point balances and reach...
Old world-inspired spa set to open at new Trump Toronto
Inspired by old world European quartz baths, the Quartz Crystal Spa will open at the new Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto on Jan. 31, 2012. Embracing the restorative healing and purifying philosophy behind quartz crystal, the 1,350-square-metre bi-level sanctuary will offer a lavish selection of treatments with a focus on harmonizing the mind, body and soul. Rising 31 floors above the city of Toronto, an abundance of natural light and majestic views set the stage for "a meticulously designed oasis that juxtaposes classic Hollywood glamour against modern city skylines."The spa will...
$1,000 credit back at Four Seasons Resort Hual a lai
Hawaii's Four Seasons Resort Hual a lai is giving travellers 1,000 reasons to visit with the return of its $1,000 resort credit. Guests of the resort's 51 suites receive the credit, which can be used on room, food and beverage, spa, golf and retail charges. Suite guests staying 10 nights or longer receive a $2,000 resort credit. In addition to the credit, suite guests receive complimentary private airport transfers between Kona International Airport and the resort. While all guests are greeted upon arrival at the airport by uniformed staff, assisted with their luggage and escorted to their...
Elite Island Resorts special
Caribbean travel company Elite Island Resorts is giving last-minute shoppers a special holiday gift this year -- instant savings and a fifth night free on all-inclusive getaways. Those who book by Jan. 6 for travel Jan. 3 through April 14 will receive the lowest sale rates, plus their fifth night free. There are seven resorts to choose from: The Verandah Resort & Spa in Antigua, with all-inclusive rates starting from US$431 per room, per night, based on double occupancy; St. James's Club & Villas in Antigua, with all-inclusive rates starting from US$462 per room, per night, based on double...
Stowe offers exclusive rates to Porter passengers
In celebration of the inaugural flights to Vermont on Porter Airlines, Stowe Mountain Lodge is offering Porter passengers two special packages. The "Porter Weekend Package"features accommodations, Thursday-Sunday, and adult lift tickets from US$380 per night (booking code PORTERWEEKEND). The "Porter Weekday Package"includes accommodations and adult lift tickets from US$299 per night (booking code: PORTERWEEK). Stowe Mountain Lodge is the centrepiece of Spruce Peak at Stowe, a US$400 million alpine village that has been in planning and development stages for the past 16 years. Stowe Mountain...
Fourth night free
The Casa de Campo resort in the Dominican Republic has a package that provides guests who stay a minimum of four nights at the resort in January their fourth night's stay for free, allowing them one more day to unwind and relax. The offer is valid for travel Jan. 4-30 and must be booked by Dec. 30. The free night applies to Elite Patio and Balcony room categories and is valid for both room rates and inclusive supplement rates. The booking code is W-443. Casa de Campo guests have a variety of activities to enjoy while they are staying at the resort, including playing a round of golf on one of...