The San Francisco Travel Association has released tourism figures for 2018 and issued projections for 2019. The new data was announced at San Francisco Travel’s Marketing Conference at the Mission Bay Conference Center, San Francisco. San Francisco Travel is reporting a total of 25.8 million visitors to the city in 2018 (with minor adjustments expected …
This year, Fairmont Royal York, one of Canada’s most cherished landmarks, will celebrate its 90th anniversary. Since 1929, the hotel has welcomed millions of travelers from around the globe, lit up the silver screen as the most filmed location in Toronto and played host to the city’s most unforgettable moments including the G20 Summit, Bill …
The iconic Baur au Lac, one of Europe’s few grand hotels owned by the same family since its inception, is celebrating its 175th anniversary with two brand-new special packages. Opened in 1844 by Johannes Baur as a lakeside resort away from the “bustle of the city,” the Baur au Lac has been owned by the …
St. Lucia’s iconic Jade Mountain Resort has received more top international travel accolades while its sister resort Anse Chastanet continues to be recognized by the world’s most discriminating travelers. Naming Jade Mountain the number one “Best Hotel in the Caribbean”, U.S. News & World Report rhapsodized about the resort’s high-rise vistas of The Pitons, with …
La Residence, Hue, a historic 122-room boutique hotel on the south bank of the Perfume River in the one-time imperial capital of Vietnam officially observed its emergence recently as Azerai La Residence, Hue, the second hotel in a new group formed by hotelier Adrian Zecha. Concurrent with the hotel’s rebranding is the conclusion of work …
Trek Travel is partnering with Blackberry Mountain, a highly anticipated new hotel to open in the United States in 2019, to debut a new Blackberry Mountain Cycling Tour that blends outdoor activity, wellness and thoughtful indulgence this fall. The six-day, five-night adventure will offer an immersive experience of luxury, adventure, renowned hospitality. “We are thrilled …
As part of the current $690M property-wide renovation of Palms Casino Resort, the hotel is revealing the complete redesign of two of its most iconic suites, the Hardwood and the Kingpin (pictured). With a luxe redesign by Rockwell Group and featuring a basketball court, bowling lanes and more out-of-the-box amenities, these suites join Palms’ collection …
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, a leading independent hotel brand representing more than 700 distinctive hotels, resorts, and residences across 85 countries, has announced the growth of its global portfolio with the addition of 15 new member hotels between October 1 and December 31, 2018. From an adults-only all-inclusive resort to a 16th century palace, these …
This February marks the 10-year anniversary of The Renaissance Curaçao Resort & Casino opening its doors. To celebrate their continued success as a significant staple to the Curaçao tourism community, the hotel will be undergoing an extensive refresh to enhance their guest’s experience. “We want to reflect the natural beauty of Curaçao with a calming …
Mandarin Oriental has announced the appointment of Kelly Mickens as Sales Manager, overseeing Mandarin Oriental, Canouan’s U.S. and Canadian markets. For over a decade, Kelly acquired travel industry expertise selling luxury travel, both as a travel agent and from the hotelier side. Her extensive experience includes posts with Altour, Protravel International, and American Express Travel’s …