The Sands at Grace Bay has unveiled an entirely new website that boasts a simple and elegant design, easy to use navigation and new consumer friendly content including a variety of helpful resources for discerning first-time travelers interested in the increasingly popular Caribbean vacation destination of Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. To coincide with the launch …
The Board of Directors of Meet Puerto Rico have confirmed the appointment of Peter Hopgood as Chairman of the Board. In his new role, Hopgood’s leadership will be fundamental in supporting Meet Puerto Rico’s activities, its functions, and goals. “Meet Puerto Rico is an award-winning, well-respected organization within the global meetings and conventions arena; over …
Verdanza Hotel in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico is now in its fifth year as the only independent, full service hotel in the San Juan Metropolitan Area of Puerto Rico. Verdanza was conceived as a new brand of hospitality, one that offers visitors a genuine local vibe and a sense of belonging. The pet-friendly property showcases …
Expo de Turismo Internacional (ETI), the first Caribbean-wide tourism event focused on travel agent attendees, will take place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from May 13-16, 2015. ETI-Puerto Rico is designed to showcase the beauty, sports, nature, adventure and gastronomy experiences available throughout the Caribbean and beyond, bringing together members of the tourism industry from …
Paradise Beach Nevis, the newest luxury development on the Caribbean island of Nevis, will officially open its doors in January 2015. To celebrate the occasion, the boutique villa resort is welcoming travelers with a special starting rate of $1,000 per night. Paradise Beach, the island’s only villa option located directly on the beach, offers travelers …
Guyana’s 2014 Tourism Awards ceremony heralded the official beginning of the Ambassador Program , which saw popular Guyanese figures being appointed as Tourism Ambassadors for the country. This initiative comes on the heels of the country’s rebranding exercise intended to reposition the destination as “Guyana – South America Undiscovered. As Ambassadors, those selected will act …
On the heels of its seasonal reopening, Belmond La Samanna in St. Martin has confirmed the appointment of Michael Schoonewagen as the property’s newest General Manager. “Michael’s luxury industry expertise and global perspective makes him an ideal fit to step into the role as General Manager of this legendary Belmond hotel,” said Ali Kasikci, Regional …
From November 17 – 20, 2015 more than 350 luxury wedding professionals were on-island to learn about wedding industry trends, networking, and experience a taste of what the Cayman Islands has to offer for destination weddings and romance travelers at the 14th engage! Luxury Wedding Business Summit at the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. The engage!14 Cayman …
Barbados’ Mango Bay Hotel has been voted Barbados’ Leading Boutique Resort at the World Travel Awards™, recognizing the property’s commitment to excellence over the last 12 months. “I speak for the entire Mango Bay team in saying that we are truly honored to be voted as Barbados’ Leading Boutique Resort,” said Peter Odle, chairman of …
Palace Resorts will launch of a multimillion dollar enhancement project on the brand’s newest property, Moon Palace Jamaica Grande, the first Palace Resorts hotel located outside of Mexico. Palace Resorts assumed ownership of the Ocho Rios’ landmark property formerly known as Sunset Jamaica Grande on July 2014. Renovations and improvements being made include modernizing guest …