The Excellence Collection saw the grand opening of Finest Punta Cana on Oct. 1. This resort is the first of the collection’s Finest Resorts brand in Punta Cana, and "offers high-end all-inclusive vacations for all ages."
Finest Punta Cana sits along the same stretch of golden sand beach as the collection’s two Excellence Resorts-branded properties for adults-alone in the destination: Excellence Punta Cana and Excellence El Carmen. Resort layout caters to guests of all ages at Finest Punta Cana, with different areas for families and for adults to share moments with loved ones in the...
Adam Stewart, the executive chairman of Sandals Resorts has been invited to join the Executive Committee of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
His induction represents the actionable change and strides forward made by Stewart throughout his time in the industry.
Said Stewart: “I am honored to join the Executive Committee of an organization I have so respected since the start of my career. This leadership team is passionately focused on the efforts of the travel and tourism sector and I am eager to contribute. Together, we will continue to promote an industry that is...
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto has named Patrick Pollak as its new general manager, joining the brand’s global flagship property from Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou and bringing with him a 25-year tenure with Four Seasons.
Antoine Chahwan, president, hotel operations, Americas East, said: “It is with much excitement that we welcome Patrick Pollak to Toronto. Heading into the property’s ten-year anniversary at its Yorkville Avenue location, we are confident that Patrick will lead his team with incredible passion along with a commitment to creating an exceptional luxury experience that...
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts wants Canadian travel advisors to let their clients know that during the month of October, they’re bringing the heat.
During the entire month of October 2021, Canadians who book their next Caribbean vacation of seven nights or longer at any Sandals or Beaches resort, they’ll receive a variety of instant savings ranging from CDN$300 to CDN$600 per room.
For a limited time, Canadians have a choice of three ways* to save depending on destination and travel dates -- instantly and exclusively -- on their next Sandals or Beaches vacation booked in...
Blue Diamond Resorts has announced that the Royalton CHIC Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic will officially re-open on Nov. 1, 2021. The property is located on the shores of Uvero Alto Beach.
Jordi Pelfort, president of Hotels and Resorts at Sunwing Travel Group, said: “We are thrilled to begin welcoming guests back to ‘Party Your Way’ at one of our most exclusive properties in the Dominican Republic.”
Pelfort noted that: “As our last resort to reopen in the region amidst the global pandemic, guests will now be able to enjoy all that Blue Diamond Resorts has to offer,...
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Playa Hotels & Resorts have joined forces to launch a new all-inclusive resort brand, Wyndham Alltra.
The announcement marks Wyndham’s 22nd brand and its first dedicated entirely to the fast-growing, all-inclusive segment.
In conjunction with the brand launch, Wyndham begins a strategic alliance with Playa Hotels & Resorts, leveraging Wyndham’s unparalleled ability to drive sales, marketing and distribution in the economy, midscale and upscale segments via its 89 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards Members and distinct Everyday Travelers,...
Sunwing Travel Group reports that 20 of its Blue Diamond Resorts properties have now been fully integrated into Marriott International’s Autograph Collection.
The integration follows news earlier this year that the company’s hotel division had signed a mutual partnership agreement with Marriott International.
The 20 participating Blue Diamond Resorts -- now including Royalton Grenada -- will be the first all-inclusive properties to join Marriott’s Autograph Collection brand, a curated collection of independent properties with distinct perspectives on design and...
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) is set to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its flagship brand for couples-only, Sandals Resorts.
Since it opened its doors in Montego Bay on Nov. 27, 1981, Sandals Resorts has delighted its guests, partnered with travel advisors, and helped build tourism throughout the Caribbean, where it is committed to developing hospitality excellence across the region, one of the most beloved and resilient tourism destinations in the world.
The luxury all-inclusive resort company is celebrating Sandals’ milestone anniversary by honoring the legacy of its...
Unique Vacations Canada Inc – affiliate of the worldwide representatives of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts – has unveiled several initiatives designed to reward Canadian travel advisors on both previous and new bookings.
Effective immediately, all Points to Paradise rewards earned by Canadian travel advisors in 2019, 2020 and 2021 have been extended through Dec. 31, 2022.
That extension allows for Canadian advisors to redeem their earned P2P points on free night stays of their very own up until the end of next year.
And for a limited time, Canadian travel advisors will...
Book a Club Med vacation between Sept. 30 and Oct. 6 and save up to 50% off on stays at resorts that include Punta Cana, Michès Playa Esmeralda, Cancun, Turkoise and Québec Charlevoix.
As well, Club Med has extended its Flexible Cancellation Policy until June 30, 2022.
Club Med’s offer also comes with additional perks, including free room upgrades, free stays for kids under four and groups travelling with six or more adults will get an additional five per cent off their stay.
Travel dates are valid from now until May 6, 2022, with blackout dates...