ARUBA — Two Aruba properties, the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, and Divi Dutch Village Resort, recently completed renovations, it was announced Jan. 24. Located in Palm Beach, the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino’s 18-month, multimillion-dollar renovation updated guestrooms and suites, restaurants, common areas and grounds. Each of the 357 guestrooms and suites has been … Read More about Two Aruba Resorts Unveil Renovations
BUDAPEST — W Hotels Worldwide plans to debut the W Hotels brand in Hungary with the opening of W Budapest in 2020, it was announced Jan. 18. Located on upscale Andrassy Avenue, across from the State Opera House, the hotel will be housed in the Drechsler Palace, which will be fully renovated to accommodate the brand. W Budapest will feature 162 guestrooms and suites, including one Extreme … Read More about First W Hotel in Hungary Opening in Budapest in 2020
ORLANDO, Fla. — The AAA Four-Diamond Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate has joined Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), it was announced last month. The 769-room resort is now served by the ALHI global sales organization to the North American Meetings & Incentives (M&I) marketplace, according to ALHI CEO David Gabri. Offering 36 holes of Greg Norman-designed … Read More about Omni Orlando Resort Joins ALHI
SHANGRAO, China and MCLEAN, Va. — Hilton announced last month the opening of Hilton Sanqingshan Resort in China's Mount Sanqing National Park. The property’s 372 guestrooms and suites feature French windows that provide unobstructed mountain views. In-room amenities include 42- to 55-inch LCD televisions and complimentary standard Wi-Fi access. Other amenities include a heated indoor pool and … Read More about Hilton Opens in China’s Mount Sanqing National Park
TAIPEI — Marriott International has opened Aloft Taipei Beitou Hotel, the brand’s second property in Taiwan’s capital, it was announced Jan. 5. The 292-room hotel’s loft-inspired rooms and suites are equipped with SPG Keyless check-in system where guests can use their mobile phones as room keys. All rooms feature the brand’s signature plush bed, walk-in shower, amenities by Bliss Spa, free … Read More about Aloft Opens Second Hotel in Taipei
TBILISI, Georgia & MCLEAN, Va. – Hilton plans to introduce its Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand to the capital of Georgia with the signing of a management agreement with Granat LLC, it was announced last month. In early 2019, the 206-room Hilton Tbilisi is set to open. As part of the design, the building's historic façade will be preserved, while a glass roof will be built on top of the … Read More about Hilton to Open in Tbilisi, Georgia in 2019
DENPASAR, INDONESIA — Tribute Portfolio, Marriott International’s collection of independent hotels and resorts, has debuted in Bali, with the opening of Sthala, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Ubud Bali, it was announced last month. “At the time of the brand’s inception, members expressed the desire for more access to independent hotels in locations like Bali, especially in indie neighborhoods … Read More about Tribute Portfolio Debuts First Property in Bali
LAS VEGAS – Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino, offering an authentic Asian gaming and dining experience, has opened in Las Vegas, it was announced Dec. 7. Located on the Strip’s northern corridor, Lucky Dragon features multilingual staff, and signage, from taxi stands to restaurants, presented in Chinese first and English second. Lucky Dragon offers 203 guestrooms, including 22 suites. … Read More about Asian Gaming Hotel/Casino Opens in Vegas
MONTREAL — Air Canada has begun new weekly non-stop seasonal service between Montreal and San Juan, Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, it was announced Dec. 17. “This new route from Montreal will make it easier for customers to travel to Puerto Rico from Eastern Canada and complements our existing twice-weekly services between Toronto and San Juan. It also strengthens Air … Read More about Air Canada Launches Montreal-Puerto Rico Flights
LOS ANGELES — Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) unveils its new meeting and event spaces, which will be available beginning Jan. 1, 2017. Included in the hotel’s redesign is The Hyatt Regency Conference Center featuring more than 10,000 square feet of meeting space. Equipped with 3GB shared bandwidth, the Conference Center will be located on the ground level of the hotel … Read More about Hyatt LAX New Unveils New Meeting Spaces
TELA, Honduras and MCLEAN, Va. — Indura Beach & Golf Resort has joined Curio - A Collection by Hilton, marking the brand’s debut in Central America, it was announced Nov. 10. Situated in a tropical landscape, the hotel's 60 junior suites are located in 15 villas. Guestroom highlights include bamboo floors, pine walls and floor-to-ceiling windows that open to wraparound terraces with … Read More about Hilton Curio Collection Debuts in Central America
VANCOUVER — Air Canada will launch daily seasonal flights next summer from Vancouver to Frankfurt, and three times weekly seasonal flights from Vancouver to London Gatwick, it was announced Nov. 9. Flights begin June 1, 2017 and June 8, 2017, respectively. Air Canada's Vancouver-Frankfurt flights will be operated with Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, featuring a choice of three cabins configured … Read More about Air Canada Adding Vancouver-Frankfurt & London
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Platinum DMC Collection has added Swiss Travel, Costa Rica, Mazurkas DMC Poland and Experience Scotland to its portfolio, it was announced last month. Those three new DMCs bring the total number in the portfolio to 30. “We are excited to bring these new partners into the fold to expand our worldwide reach,” said managing partner Brad Williams. “We are thrilled to have … Read More about Platinum DMC Announces New Members
TORONTO — Vancouver’s Kissa Tanto topped enRoute magazine’s list of Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2016, it was announced last month. This year marks the 15th anniversary of Air Canada enRoute Canada’s Best New Restaurants, a program that seeks to promote the nation’s culinary excellence at home and abroad. Food writer Andrew Braithwaite returned for a month-long eating marathon from coast … Read More about enRoute Names Kissa Tanto Best New Restaurant
MUMBAI — Deccan Odyssey luxury train has won the World Travel Award 2016 as Asia's leading luxury train, it was announced last month. The train travels to a number of destinations showcasing India’s diverse landscape. Tours include Maharashtra Splendor, Maharashtra Wild Trail, Hidden Treasures of Gujarat, Jewels of the Deccan, Indian Odyssey and Indian Sojourn. World Travel Award honours … Read More about Deccan Odyssey Chosen Asia’s Leading Luxury Train
NAPA, CALIF. — A number of new meeting spaces and activities have opened or are about to open in Napa Valley offering viable options, it was announced Nov. 4. Opening late fall, the newest member of the The Culinary Institute of America family, the CIA at Copia in Napa, will offer meeting space options, most with a culinary angle, including indoor teaching kitchens, a 200-seat theatre, … Read More about What’s New in Napa Valley
CALGARY — WestJet has officially become the first Canadian carrier offering flights to Belize, it was announced last month. “This is a very exciting moment for the tourism stakeholders in Belize. After a long planning period with WestJet, we are thrilled that the route has become a reality,” said Karen Bevans, director of tourism for the Belize Tourism Board. “This flight comes at the … Read More about WestJet’s First Non-stop Canada-Belize Flights
SIENA, Italy and MCLEAN, Va. — Hilton has reached a management agreement with Agricola Merse Srl to debut Curio – A Collection by Hilton in Italy, it was announced Sept. 7. Beginning next March, the 101-guestroom La Bagnaia Golf & Spa Resort Siena, in the Tuscan countryside, is set to welcome guests. Spread over 1,100 hectares, the upscale hotel is divided across a number of buildings … Read More about Curio to Debut in Italy Next March
MEXICO CITY — AC Hotel Guadalajara, Jalisco, has opened its doors, marking the brand’s arrival in Mexico, it was announced Aug. 29. Developed and owned by FibraHotel and operated by Marriott International, the property features 188 guestrooms incorporating a gray and brown palette, wood flooring and minimalist-designed furniture. Onsite amenities include a poolside lounge and infinity-edge … Read More about AC Hotel Opens in Guadalajara, Mexico
KO OLINA, OAHU, HAWAII — Four Seasons has unveiled its renovated property in Ko Olina Resort, the 642-acre planned resort community on the western shore of Oahu, Hawaii, it was announced June 28. Following a $500 million renovation, Four Seasons Resort O'ahu at Ko Olina’s 371 guestrooms and suites feature a private lanai terrace, and nearly all provide ocean views via floor-to-ceiling … Read More about Renovated Four Seasons Opens in Oahu, Hawaii
