Hotels & Resorts
Book by July 4 and earn free nights
Travellers booking Breezes or Hedonism Resorts vacations to Jamaica and the Bahamas by July 4 will earn one free night on their three- and four-night stays through Dec. 21. For a limited time, the "Super-Inclusive"getaways, which include unlimited food, drink and activities, start at US$107 p.p., per night based on double occupancy. In Jamaica, the all-suite Breezes Grand Negril commands an impressive stretch of beach from which watersports lovers can windsurf, scuba dive, water ski, kayak, snorkel and go sunfish sailing. In Nassau, Breezes Bahamas sits on legendary Cable Beach. The resort,...
Water system another green first for Fairmont
The Fairmont Kea Lani on Maui has implemented a state-of-the art bottled water system as part of ongoing efforts to set "green"standards of operation. The Vivreau Advanced Water System allows the property to serve its own purified sparkling and still water in re-usable glass bottles. This decreases the hotel's carbon footprint by eliminating the need for shipping plastic bottles and packaging materials. This water is served at the hotel's signature restaurant, Ko....
Playcations’ available near Vegas
The Resort on Mount Charleston, just 40 minutes from Las Vegas, is just a short drive or walk to mountain vistas featuring miles of uncluttered trails. It is located in the heart of the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, near hiking and mountain bike trails, camping areas and picnic spots. There is not another full-service hotel/resort in the area, says the resort, which specializes in full-service Playcations for both day-trippers from the city and overnight guests....
Hawaii Prince completes US$5 million upgrade
The 521-room Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club has completed a US$5 million room renovation that includes guestrooms updated with flat-screen TVs, island inspired weaves, textures and motifs with a contemporary twist, Hawaiian kapa patterned carpeting, new artwork featuring local artists and contemporary lighting. In addition, there is new carpet and furnishings installed at the Prince Court and Hakone restaurants, and Wi-Fi service is now available for guests in all rooms as well as the lobby and pool deck....
Days Inn now in Golden
Realstar Hospitality recently expanded its portfolio with the addition of an 81-room Days Inn property in Golden, BC. Nestled near to the Purcells mountain range, the newly renovated conversion property has an on-site restaurant and lounge, indoor pool with waterslide, meeting facilities, free high-speed Internet and free parking. Each room has a 37-inch LCD TV, work desk, mini-fridge and coffee maker. The hotel is just off the Trans-Canada Highway, with ski hills, golf courses and a mountain bike park minutes away....
Golf deals on the Big Island
The Keauhou Beach Resort on the Big Island invites guests to sink a hole in one with savings and golf rounds with the new Kona Golf Trail Package. Through Dec. 21, 2012, guests who stay a minimum of three nights can play a total of three rounds at select golf courses in the area at discounted rates. The package starts at $517 for one golfer and $677 for two golfers, including golf and accommodations, for a vacation getaway that goes beyond expectations. The Kona Golf Trail features three select golf courses on the island. Just down the road from the resort, Kona Country Club features ocean...
Canucks look for value in 2012
As consumers around the world begin preparations for their summer vacations, a new survey released by the Wyndham Hotel Group reports that vacationers around the world are focused on relaxation and time with the family although amenity preferences and priorities differ. Wyndham commissioned the survey to help better understand the evolving travel habits of its global guests; with the study surveying just over 5,600 adults in key cities throughout the U.S., Canada, China, Brazil and the U.K. For the Canadian and U.S. traveller, the Wyndham survey found that after price and location, hotel...
Adventure at the Westin Bayshore
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver has unveiled its packages for the 2012 summer season, which runs from June 1 to Aug. 31. Partnering with Prince of Whales Adventure Tours, the Westin Bayshore offers two packages that include overnight accommodations. One package has guests cruising on the high-speed, 74 passenger vessel, Ocean Magic. The other has guests experiencing an adrenaline rush as they take off in a sea plane, bound for Victoria. Both packages allow guests to witness a variety of whales, sea lions, eagles, sea birds and more in their natural habitat. The Ultimate Day Tour package is...