As The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel approaches its 30th anniversary, the transformation of the resort continues with the unveiling of recent enhancements to all 396 guestrooms. The goal of the new design is “to reflect the sparkle of the Pacific Ocean and create a sense of warmth”. Outdoor fireplaces are prominently featured on the patios of first …
There are few places on earth as unique as Sable Island. For the first time ever, Adventure Canada grants travelers in depth access to this mysterious destination with the only cruise itinerary focusing exclusively on Sable Island. On the island, Adventure Canada’s guests will observe the famed herds of feral ponies, throngs of seabirds and …
Management of The Umstead Hotel and Spa have announced a July 8 reopening for The Umstead Spa. A three-month renovation program has expanded the spa’s facilities. “All aspects of the spa experience will be heightened, from state-of-the-art equipment to new relaxation areas in a variety of beautiful indoor and outdoor settings,” said spa director Carolyn …
Travel organizations and businesses nationwide, including the Rhode Island Travel Industry, are staging events with Members of Congress to help make the case that travel is an economic engine in every community. The Rhode Island travel industry was named MVP of the U.S. Travel Association’s Travel Blitz campaign second quarter in recognition of a travel …
The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA), funded by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), represented Indian Country tourism as part of the BIA booth on Federal Row at the U.S. Travel Association’s 45th Annual IPW (formerly International Pow Wow) in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 8 – 12, 2013. AIANTA conducted more than 40 …
In the midst of blockbuster attraction openings and major expansions at its theme parks and attractions, Orlando is helping visitors save big with 45 days of enticing offers. As an aggregator for Orlando’s top deals, VisitOrlando.com/deals is the go-to source to find the best collection of hotel rates, dining deals and more. “From August 15 …
The Setai, Miami Beach have announced the promotion of Alex S. Furrer as its new Resident Manager. In his new role, Mr. Furrer reports to the Vice President and Managing Director and will provide cover in his absence. He will also play an important role as a member of the Executive Committee, oversee operations as …
One of the world’s coolest hotel pools just got cooler as guests “Slide into Summer” with the highly anticipated completion of the multifaceted overhaul to the iconic Falls Pool Oasis at Orlando World Center Marriott. In an effort to continue offering endless experiences that are a “World Beyond Compare,” Orlando’s 200-acre tropical oasis is inviting …
Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu’s Fabled North Shore has announced Teri Pritchard as group sales manager. Pritchard has nearly three decades of sales and guest services experience, most recently serving as an account executive with Oakwood Worldwide temporary corporate housing in Los Angeles, where she specialized in sales growth and account management for Fortune 500 …
The third annual Caribbean Hospitality Investment Conference and Operations Summit (CHICOS), to be held November 7 and 8, 2013 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in the Dominican Republic, will, in 2013 and going forward, be co-hosted by the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and HVS. The long-standing …