Resorts
YVE Hotel Opens in Miami
Host Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Destination Hotels, the largest operator of independent hotels and resorts in North America, to open YVE Hotel Miami. The hotel is in downtown Miami's business and financial district. The 243-room YVE Hotel Miami offers views of Biscayne Bay and the Port of Miami and guests can absorb themselves in interactive art experiences in the lobby and take advantage of YVE Hotel Miami’s partnership with local gallery Art Bastion, which will curate hotel installations with artists from across the globe while also offering guests art tours throughout...
Breakfast for a Buck
Four Points by Sheraton is bringing back its popular “Breakfast for a Buck” offer. Four Points guests who sign up for the Breakfast for a Buck offer are given a full breakfast and cup of coffee every morning of their entire stay – for only a buck – at all 200 locations. The offer is available January through...
Club Med Says Thanks
Club Med recently launched its “Thank you by Club Med” campaign to thank travel agencies for their collaboration, with special surprises, exclusive content and a contest. To conclude the first edition of the campaign, the Club Med team in Canada has created a video to thank travel professionals… Discover it now at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efSykqHwa0k&feature=youtu.be or on clubmedagents.ca: http://en.clubmedagents.ca/thank-you#tkbcmen...
SPG Members Stay Connected
Staying reliably connected to the world while on the road – whether for business or pleasure – is vital to today’s modern traveller and in recognition of this, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide will soon give all Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) members who book through Starwood’s digital channels free standard in-room Internet access. “With the seismic shift towards digital, particularly when guests are on the road and literally mobile, our SPG members believe high quality Internet access is a basic necessity right up there with a great bed,” said Chris Holdren, senior...
Goodbye Presents, Hello Holiday
It seems tablets, high-end blenders and video game consoles aren't topping the list this holiday season. Hotels.com asked Canadians what they would really like to unwrap this holiday and the majority of Canadians were united in their response – travel was so desired that 95% of respondents were willing to give up all their presents to take their dream trip over the holiday break. “Travel is the perfect gift because there truly is a destination for everyone. And now it's easy to give the gift of travel with the new gift cards available on our site,” said Taylor L. Cole, travel...
Hotel Saskatchewan Joins Autograph Collection
After acquiring The Hotel Saskatchewan in April, Temple Hotels Inc. has taken its first step in reconstituting the property’s grandeur as it joins the acclaimed Autograph Collection by Marriott. As part of this new affiliation, The Hotel Saskatchewan will undergo extensive renovations to revitalize guestrooms, public spaces and restaurants commencing in January. Substantial portions of the renovations are to be completed by next summer. Hotel Saskatchewan is located in the heart of downtown Regina overlooking Victoria Park, about a 10-minute drive from Regina International...
It’s That Time Of The Year Again
It's that time of the year again … hard to believe, isn't it … yep, Christmas … and in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press, we've decorated our front cover to celebrate this festive time … not to mention send out a message to all of our loyal readers – Merry Christmas to one and all. Plus because it's Christmas, we've also asked some of readers to tell us about their favourite cuisine and what destinations they recommend to clients looking for a culinary experience. Check out their answers in this week's Ask The Agent feature by clicking here. And...
Experience the Finest Cancun Has to Offer
The latest offering from the Excellence Group, Finest Playa Mujeres, features all the same high standards, service and features the Excellence Group is known for. However, unlike the highrise buildings found in Cancun's hotel zone, this beachfront resort boasts amazing views of Isla Mujeres and convenient proximity to the airport. Expect luxury accommodations at Finest with different room options such as an oversized Jacuzzi and rain shower; a swim-up suite with private deck and over-the-water hammock; a private pool and garden; a rooftop terrace with plunge pool; or even a family...