Hotels & Resorts
Marriott debuts all-inclusive concept in Cancun
Marriott Hotels recently announced the grand opening of its newest property, Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort. This debut marks a new era for Marriott Hotels as its first all-inclusive resort, inviting guests of all ages and generations to immerse themselves in enriching experiences, captivating entertainment, and vibrant local culture. Marriott Hotels' foray into the all-inclusive market underscores its dedication to meeting the increasing demand for multigenerational travel experiences. About Marriott Cancun Marriott Cancun features a comprehensive range of amenities...
Sandals offering Canadians up to $1,000 off select vacations
Sandals is offering Canadian travellers an exclusive instant savings offer of up to CAD $1,000 at select Sandals and Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and beyond, including Canadian favourites Sandals South Coast and Sandals Ochi Beach Resort. For a limited time, all new Air Canada Vacations bookings (air-inclusive packages of five nights or longer) made by Aug. 18, 2024 – for travel through Dec. 31, 2024 – will enjoy exclusive, instant savings at nine featured Sandals and Beaches Resorts in Jamaica, Curaçao, Saint Lucia and their newest destination, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The...
Minor Hotels brings its style of hospitality to Canada
If you haven’t heard of Minor Hotels, you soon will as the company, which has 540 hotels in 56 countries, brings its hospitality style to Canada. Running things here, will be Lakshan Samarasinghe, Global Assistant Director of Sales, North America for Minor Hotels; marking the first time the company has had someone representing them and telling the company’s story in Canada. In a recent conversation with Travel Press Today (TPT), Samarasinghe observed that he sees “lots of opportunity” in the Canadian market moving forward. And make no mistake about it, Minor Hotels is not...
Royalton CHIC Antigua overwater suites now available to book
The overwater suites at the newly opened Royalton CHIC Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only, are now available for booking. These suites, set to be unveiled in September 2024, offer a unique and luxurious escape in the heart of Antigua, blending sophistication with the resort's signature ‘Party Your Way’ concept. Each of the 12 overwater suites features a glass floor. The modern décor complements a full-service hospitality experience, complete with a private butler, room service from seven exceptional restaurants, private in-suite check-in, and...
Basecamp Resorts opens new Revelstoke property
Basecamp Resorts has opened its newest boutique property in Canada -- Basecamp Suites Revelstoke. With 31 spacious suites, signature amenities and an ideal location, the new modern hotel offers comfort, style and convenience for travellers visiting one of Canada’s most vibrant mountain towns. Located in the heart of downtown, steps from shopping, dining and entertainment, and just a 10-minute drive from Revelstoke Mountain Resort and an array of natural splendors, historic monuments and outdoor adventures, the hotel was designed for people seeking to explore and play in...
Voices of Travel: Maureen Barnes Smith on being “fair without fear”
With close to 30 years of experience in the Canadian travel industry with Unique Vacations, Maureen Barnes Smith has quite the story to tell. The fact that she’s a life-long learner is certainly clear as she has moved into increasingly senior roles over the course of her career until today, when Barnes Smith is Unique Vacations Canada’s vice-president – sales & marketing. In this episode of Voices of Travel: The Next Chapters, Barnes Smith talks about her career, but she also talks about diversity, equity and inclusiveness in the Canadian travel industry and, at one point in...
RIU marks milestone with opening of Riu Plaza Chicago
RIU Hotels & Resorts has reached yet another milestone in its international expansion with the opening of the Riu Plaza Chicago. The four-star, 390-room hotel is strategically located in the heart of Chicago's world-famous Magnificent Mile shopping district, and from September it will offer guests and visitors alike panoramic views of the city from the 27th floor of the building in the hotel’s bar, The Rooftop. The opening in a newly built skyscraper not only places the RIU brand in a city with one of the most competitive real estate markets in the world, but is also an...
Atlantis Paradise Island unveils $150M resort-wide renovation
Atlantis Paradise Island has completed a $150 million resort-wide transformation, including updates to the casino, guestrooms, restaurants and lounges. The resort unveiled refashioned guestrooms at The Royal, Atlantis’ iconic towers; an entirely redefined Atlantis Casino; and Paranza, a new restaurant at The Cove, where Michelin-starred chef Michael White brings his culinary mastery to the table. The updates emulate the ethos of Atlantis and include custom fixtures and design details evocative of the ocean and ecosystems found throughout the Bahamas. Other additions include...