As All-Inclusive Pricing Increases, Signs Point to a Slowdown Date: 2025-01-06 11:08:27 Order: 0 The all-inclusive resort market is slowing down as rising prices undermine its value-for-money appeal, prompting some travellers to seek cost-effective alternatives. Hotels/Resorts
Universal Unwraps Helios Grand, the Big Epic Universe Hotel Date: 2024-08-23 09:37:02 Order: 0 Universal released details of its under-construction Helios Grand Hotel. Among the amenities: a "starry theme," a rooftop bar and vistas of the Epic Universe theme parks. Hotels/Resorts
Velas Launches Ambassador Club, Incentivizes Stays for Advisors Date: 2024-08-23 08:37:54 Order: 0 Velas launched a new advisor rewards program: The Velas Ambassador Club, allowing agents to redeem cash bonuses and accumulate points redeemable for complimentary stays at any of Velas... Hotels/Resorts
Club Med Announces Resort in Oman, Renos to Punta Cana and Cancún Date: 2024-08-22 08:57:31 Order: 0 Club Med announced renovations at Club Med Cancún and Club Med Punta Cana, the development of Club Med's first resort in the Gulf States, a new partnership with yoga instructor Jonah Kest,... Hotels/Resorts
Hilton Launches Luxury Travel Advisor Program Date: 2024-08-22 08:52:20 Order: 0 Hilton introduced Hilton for Luxury, a global luxury travel advisor preferred partner program exclusive to luxury brands: Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts,... Hotels/Resorts
Club Med’s Cancun is Getting a Makeover, With Plans for a 2025 Reveal Date: 2024-08-21 10:26:42 Order: 0 In a multi-phased project, Club Med’s Cancun will undergo renovations over the next year, including an infinity pool, a new beach bar and a “Tulum-style aesthetic.” Hotels/Resorts
Fairmont Orchid ‘Romantic Backdrop’ for Two Episodes of ‘The Bachelorette’ Date: 2024-08-21 10:24:35 Order: 0 Hawaii’s Fairmont Orchid will be featured on two episodes of The Bachelorette, airing 26AUG and 03SEP, at 8/7c, on ABC - available to stream the next day on Hulu. Hotels/Resorts
‘Sandals & Beaches in 10’ Virtual Training for Canadian Advisors Date: 2024-08-21 10:22:25 Order: 0 Unique Vacations Canada has brought back “Sandals and Beaches in 10” series of live, virtual training sessions. Advisors can “Take 10” on the final two Fridays in August and every... Hotels/Resorts TA Training
Open Jaw Takes In the ‘Stunning, Stunning’ View from Sandals Royal Barbados Date: 2024-08-20 09:38:51 Order: 0 Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados make up the largest resort in the Sandals chain, with many unique features and Sandals’ “Firsts”. Included is a one-on-one video interview... Hotels/Resorts
Ritz-Carlton Reopening Its San Juan, Puerto Rico Resort Date: 2024-08-19 10:43:44 Order: 0 The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan, is making its long-awaited return in 2025, bringing “back a much-needed ultra-luxe hotel” to the city. Hotels/Resorts
Jamaica’s Two Newest Princess Resorts To Open Soon Date: 2024-08-16 10:18:34 Order: 0 The new Princess Senses: The Mangrove and the Princess Grand Jamaica, which will combine to offer more than 1,000 rooms, will officially open 15SEP. Hotels/Resorts
On Location: Open Jaw Explores Newly Opened Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Date: 2024-08-16 10:13:05 Order: 0 Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines opened in MAR24, wowing loyal guests and new clients with their two-story over the water villas, boat transfers to the island, a local food... Hotels/Resorts
Fly Like Iron Man. Battle in Wakanda. Major Theme Parks Disney Announced Date: 2024-08-12 09:41:17 Order: 0 Disney announced future theme park projects, including a villain-themed land, an “Encanto” ride, take flight like Iron Man, and a new audio-animatronic technology. Hotels/Resorts
Disney Price Increases Shift Consumer Behaviour Date: 2024-08-08 09:36:21 Order: 0 Disney is starting to lose some of its magic as bookings drop following increased prices. Hotels/Resorts
Hilton: U.S. Leisure Travel ‘Definitely Softening’ – High-End Still Have ‘Fat Bank Accounts’ Date: 2024-08-08 09:34:54 Order: 0 Hilton’s CEO says U.S. demand for leisure travel is “definitely softening,” though “not cratering in any way. Luxury and lifestyle brands could be key differentiators.” Hotels/Resorts
