What does luxury mean to your clients?KWC: They want the best of the best accommodations, seamless experiences (i.e airport meet and greet, private car/driver at disposal during the day) and they expect great service, and sustainable touches as standard. Privatized tours and special access...
INDUSTRY INTERVIEW: Q&A with Andrea Mendelsohn Tell us about yourself and how long you've been in the travel industry? I have been in the industry too many years to admit to as that would be telling. I started my career back in South Africa working for KLM Dutch Airlines and worked for Sabre,...
A picturesque escape on a charming island loaded with natural wonders ANN RUPPENSTEIN Picture this: you’ve arrived at your dream resort ready to soak up the sun and hit the cabanas by the 300-ft linear pool, but Mother Nature has quite literally put a damper on those plans. Not ideal, but it can inevitably...
Discover the little-known, but up-and-coming port stops of Monemvasia and Nafplio Greece Steve MacNaullEveryone is young and beautiful in Monemvasia. So says our tour guide Tina Leimoniti with a laugh. I picked up this grandiose declaration at Liotrivi Olive Oil Estate, in an enclave...
Sayulita is known for its relaxed ambiance IAN STALKER Meliá Hotels International is preparing to reach out to surfer dudes wanting to ride west coast Mexican waves in a community known for that type of activity. The Spanish company will in December open one of its ME brand properties in the Pacific...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEIN Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre Featuring 188 guest rooms and 26 suites, Four...
Arajet will soon debut direct flights to Punta Cana for Canadian travellers IAN STALKERDominican Republic carrier Arajet is adjusting its Canadian routes, a nod to those of us who appreciate sun-splashed Caribbean beaches.The Santo Domingo-based airline currently has three weekly flights from both...
Tour operator's program highlights culture and nature IAN STALKER Air Canada Vacations' new Colombia guided tours program is showcasing the cultural and natural sides of a part of the world that was once largely promoted to Canadians as a sun destination for those eager to spend their holidays...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEIN Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. Wilderness Desert Rhino Camp The reimagined Wilderness Desert Rhino Camp is now open. The property...
Toronto hotel will be RIU’s next urban venture IAN STALKERRiu Hotels & Resorts has opened a Chicago hotel, one of a growing number of properties bearing the RIU name that are found in urban settings.And a company that began life by hosting beach vacationers is preparing to make its debut in this...
