Mexico

Caesars Announces Development of Resort in Los Cabos

Caesars Entertainment Corporation has announced plans to bring a non-gaming Caesars Palace beach-front resort to Puerto Los Cabos, Mexico. The hotel licensing strategy is part of Caesars' plan to expand its brands into new global markets. The project is expected to break ground in the first half of 2019. The $200 million luxury property will be developed by Grupo Questro, a Mexican developer with … Read More about Caesars Announces Development of Resort in Los Cabos

Club Med Announces Major Expansion Plans

Club Med aims to open five new resorts per year, on average, over the next five years, says Henri Giscard D'Estaing, Club Med's global CEO and president. The company, which opened two new mountain resorts (Samoëns Morillon Massif in France and Tomamu Hokkaido in Japan) in December, also plans to execute five major renovations to its current resorts per year. "For more than 65 years, Club Med … Read More about Club Med Announces Major Expansion Plans

Air Canada Increasing Service to Sun Destinations

With the introduction of the new mainline Boeing 737 MAX-8 aircraft to its fleet later this year, Air Canada will be increasing service to Hawaii and Mexico in winter 2018/2019. The carrier has announced that the fuel-efficient aircraft will be used for a new three-times a week service to Kauai, which begins December 15th. It will also be used on existing routes from Western Canada (Vancouver … Read More about Air Canada Increasing Service to Sun Destinations

Paradisus Cancun Revamps Royal Service Suites

A $2.6 million USD renovation of the Paradisus Cancun's Royal Service Ocean View Suites and Royal Service Lounge is now complete. The transformation was conceptualized and executed by Meliá Hotels International's architect Alvara Sans.  It features an open-air concept with nature-inspired  design details. In December 2017, the resort will introduce a second phase of the property refresh with … Read More about Paradisus Cancun Revamps Royal Service Suites

Marriott’s Convention & Resort Network Expands to 100 Properties

The Marriott International Convention & Resort Network (CRN) now includes 100 hotels and resorts throughout the USA, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. The CRN portfolio includes properties from world-class brands such as Westin Hotels & Resorts®, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts®, The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts®, JW Marriott®, Autograph Collection® Hotels, Marriott Hotels® and … Read More about Marriott’s Convention & Resort Network Expands to 100 Properties

Mexico’s Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Getting Major Convention Centre

Vidanta, Grupo Vidanta's vacation destination brand, is building a convention center in Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta, a planned residential-resort community located north of Puerto Vallarta on Mexico's west coast. “Over the years, we have seen a growing demand for meetings and convention space in  Neuvo Vallarta.  The convention center provides new and sizable facilities that not only meet the needs … Read More about Mexico’s Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Getting Major Convention Centre

St. Regis Expanding Presence in Mexico

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in partnership with Impulsora del Golfo de Cortéz S.A. de CV, Gran Armee del Cabo S.a. de C.V. and SB Architects, will open a 120-room hotel and 60 residences in Quivira, Los Cabos, in early 2021. "The rapid expansion of St. Regis, one of Marriott's ultra-luxury brands, underscores an increasing demand from travelers seeking exemplary service in alluring … Read More about St. Regis Expanding Presence in Mexico

Le Blanc Spa Resort Opening in Los Cabos, Mexico

Palace Resorts  is opening its second five-star, all-inclusive, adults-only resort in Mexico. Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos is slated to debut in fall 2017. It joins Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun, the brand's flagship property. Located on Mexico's Baja California peninsula, Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos will feature 373 guestrooms and suites; 14,000 square feet of meeting space; 3,961-square-foot … Read More about Le Blanc Spa Resort Opening in Los Cabos, Mexico

AC Hotel Opens in Guadalajara, Mexico

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

S. Arabia, Mexico Okay Marriott Starwood Deal

BETHESDA, MD — Marriott International, Inc. announced in early July that it has received authorization from competition authorities in Saudi Arabia and Mexico to proceed with its previously announced acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in a merger transaction. With these Saudi Arabia and Mexico authorizations, the only remaining country in which Marriott and Starwood require … Read More about S. Arabia, Mexico Okay Marriott Starwood Deal

Grand Velas Los Cabos Opening in November

PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO — Velas Resorts will open Grand Velas Los Cabos, on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, in November, it was announced this month. Located between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, the $150 million beachfront property will feature 306 suites, all over 1,180 square feet. Also onsite will be five restaurants; a 16,370-square-foot convention centre with the capability for 20 breakout … Read More about Grand Velas Los Cabos Opening in November

Fairmont Developing Hotel in Riviera Nayarit

TORONTO —Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Mota-Engil Tourism are developing a 250-room luxury hotel and additional private residences along the Riviera Nayarit, in Mexico. Fairmont Costa Canuva is slated to open in late 2018 in the new $1.8 billion USD master-planned Costa Canuva seaside community just north of Punta Mita and about 40 miles north of Puerto Vallarta International … Read More about Fairmont Developing Hotel in Riviera Nayarit

JW Marriott in Pipeline for Monterrey, Mexico

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has announced the development plans for the new JW Marriott in Monterrey, Mexico. The 250-room, LEED-certified luxury hotel is set to debut in 2019. Designed by Fibra Inn, the property will showcase Monterrey’s modern, urban environment and local traditions.  It will be part of the upscale Arboleda mixed use complex, which is located in the San Pedro Garza … Read More about JW Marriott in Pipeline for Monterrey, Mexico

Aeromexico and WestJet Sign Code-share Agreement

A new code-share agreement between Aeromexico and WestJet makes getting to and from Mexico City from Canada easier. The new agreement will give Aeromexico's customers enhanced connecting service via Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver to more than 10 Canadian destinations including Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Halifax, Deer Lake and St. John's. Conversely it gives WestJet flyers new … Read More about Aeromexico and WestJet Sign Code-share Agreement

ALHI Adds Puerto Vallarta Property to Portfolio

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico’s brand-new resort Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive Adults Only, which just opened in September 2015, has been accepted into the Membership portfolio of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). The beachfront resort, which is suitable for meetings and incentive/recognition programs, is surrounded by the  Sierra Madre Mountains and overlooks … Read More about ALHI Adds Puerto Vallarta Property to Portfolio

WestJet Grows Service to Sun Destinations

WestJet is launching new non-stop service to Florida, Mexico and Costa Rica. The Calgary-based airline is also adding more than 85 flights across its domestic and international network. The changes are part of its 2015-2016 flight schedule. "WestJet continues to enhance its strong position in key sun markets with the addition of more destinations in areas popular with Canadian travellers," said … Read More about WestJet Grows Service to Sun Destinations

WestJet Increases International Service

WestJet is upping the frequency on three existing international routes and moving to year-round service on a seasonal route. Service between Calgary and Loreto, Mexico increases from weekly to twice-weekly service. Flights between Toronto and *Puerto Vallarta increase from weekly to three times weekly and service between Toronto and *Palm Springs, CA doubles from twice-weekly service to four … Read More about WestJet Increases International Service

SITE Classic 2015 Relocates

The sold-out 2015 SITE Classic, being held September 27-30, has relocated from Baha Mar, Nassau, Bahamas to the Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla on the Riviera Maya in Mexico. The event is SITE Foundation's premier fundraising initiative. "With the completion of the [Baha Mar] resort going on through the summer, we mutually agreed with Baha Mar management that it would be best for Baha Mar to … Read More about SITE Classic 2015 Relocates

Cancun Changing Time Zones

In order to offer visitors more sun time in the winter months, the Mexican state of Quintana Roo is officially changing time zones from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST). The change, which was green lighted by the Mexican government on December 4, 2014 after two years of efforts by the state government and several Cancun hotel owners, comes into effect on February 1, … Read More about Cancun Changing Time Zones

WestJet and Aeromexico Increase Cooperation

Aeromexico, Mexico's international airline, and WestJet are now offering more connections to destinations in Mexico and Canada at more competitive fares. Increased service is now available from Mexico to Canadian destinations including: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City and more. In addition, the increased cooperation means travelers will have better … Read More about WestJet and Aeromexico Increase Cooperation

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