Resorts
Jamaica’s Round Hill offers buyouts for groups, events
Round Hill Hotel & Villas in Montego Bay, Jamaica is offering groups the opportunity to buyout the entire property for the ‘ultimate’ in privacy. With a 70-year legacy of hosting celebrities, dignitaries and heads of state, the offer is the ideal fit for weddings, social events, C-suite meetings and high-end incentive programs. At Round Hill, exclusivity is not just a promise – it is a guarantee. No external bookings will be allowed during the stay, allowing complete privacy, discretion and personalized service. The resort features a combination of 67 elegantly appointed...
TTAND is tops with Playa Resorts
The Travel Agent Next Door (TTAND) was recently presented with the Top Selling Agency in Canada award by Playa Hotels & Resorts at its Spotlight Awards held at the Hyatt Ziva resort in Cancun. TTAND CEO Flemming Friisdahl said: “We are very proud to be named Top Selling Agency in Canada for Playa. We are also very proud of several of our agent partners who also won Playa awards. This is an illustration of our commitment to our suppliers and our Win. Win. Win approach.” Other TTAND winners included: Ambassador Award Canada – Angie Brevetti Top Producer Dominican...
Hyatt expands in New Orleans with two new hotels
Hyatt is expanding its brand presence in New Orleans with Maison Métier (formerly Maison de la Luz) and The Barnett (formerly Ace Hotel New Orleans), which have joined the Hyatt portfolio as affiliated hotels. The hotels are expected to join Hyatt’s Independent Collection of brands and participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program this year. The two properties are owned by The Domain Companies and managed by HRI Hospitality. “Hyatt’s growth continues to be fueled by the leisure and lifestyle segment, and this brand expansion in the New Orleans market underscores...
Destination by Hyatt brand arrives in Peru with coastal resort
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and El Pardo Hospitality have announced the debut of The Legend Paracas Resort, joining the Destination by Hyatt brand. The 124-suite resort invites guests and World of Hyatt members to discover the natural wonders and historical legacy of Paracas, located on the coast of Peru, about three hours south of Lima. The resort is nestled between the Paracas Nature Reserve and the Pacific Ocean, offering panoramic views of the Paracas Bay and desert hills, designed to be a place of immersive discovery, authentic design and warm, welcoming service. The opening...
Viva Miches by Wyndham opens in the Dominican this December
Viva Miches by Wyndham, an all-inclusive resort by Viva Resorts by Wyndham, is opening in the Dominican Republic on Dec. 11, 2024. This brand-new resort featuring almost 290,000 square feet marks Viva Resorts by Wyndham’s ninth all-inclusive property in the Caribbean and sixth in the Dominican Republic, strengthening the vacation provider’s presence in this pristine region renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture. With an investment of $80 million for the first phase, Viva Miches sets the stage for future expansion. A second phase is planned to bring the resort...
New Bohemian hotel opens on Türkiye’s Aegean coast
Bobo by The Stay, the newest of the Stay Hotels, has now opened in Bodrum. Perched high above the sparkling Aegean, Bobo offers guests exclusive access to the turquoise waters of Cennet Bay, on the Turkish Riviera. Bobo was designed by visionary architect Mahmut Anlar and his team at Geo ID. The hotel, tailored for adults, opens with 24 exclusive rooms and suites. Each has been designed with nature-inspired curved walls and floor-to-ceiling windows allowing breath-taking views of the surrounding coastline and centuries-old olive groves. True to its name, Bobo has been created to...
Playa celebrates top agents at Hyatt Ziva Cancun
Playa Hotels & Resorts recently hosted the 2024 Spotlight Awards at the luxurious beachfront Hyatt Ziva Cancun. The four-day, three-night celebration honoured the outstanding achievements of their most successful travel agent partners with more than 100 attendees treated to culinary adventures, unique entertainment, and whimsical surprises inspired by the magical world of Willy Wonka. “We’re incredibly proud to bring back our annual Spotlight Awards and honour the remarkable commitment and partnership of our travel agents,” said Dean Sullivan, senior vice-president of sales and...
Marriott & Playa to open luxury Paraiso de la Bonita in Mexico
Marriott International and Playa Hotels & Resorts will work together to expand The Luxury Collection brand in the Mexican Caribbean, with Paraiso de la Bonita, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Riviera Maya. Set to open in late 2024, the resort will be situated on 14 acres tucked between a mangrove reserve and the Mexican Caribbean. “We are delighted to expand the footprint of The Luxury Collection in Mexico and can’t think of a better company to do so than Playa Hotels & Resorts,” said Laurent de Kousemaeker, chief development officer for Marriott...