by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 12, 2012 | News
Surrounded by lush green rainforest, the Mashpi Lodge in Ecuador is putting on the final touches before its April 2012 debut. The resort, perched more than 3,000 feet above sea level, is designed to blend with its surroundings. Its minimalist décor mixes warm...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 12, 2012 | News
Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort in Jamaica has rolled out the red carpet for the property’s $60 million renovation. The resort upgraded 529 guestrooms and suites, including the Riviera Villas, where new soft furnishings, interior tiling with...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 12, 2012 | News
In Q3 2011, 25 percent of travelers booked rooms directly through a hotel’s website, up 6.1 percent from 2010, according to the TravelClick North American Distribution Review (NADR). In that same quarter, online travel agencies like Expedia, Priceline, and...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 11, 2012 | News
Spread over two islands, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has introduced three new luxury suites. The 3,300-square-foot Premier Water Suite offers over-water accommodations outfitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, two spacious baths each with a sunken Jacuzzi, 50-inch...
by Alissa Ponchione | Jan 11, 2012 | News
It may be made of snow and ice, but Hotel de Glace outside of Quebec City, Canada, showcases a unique design that will warm the hearts of travelers looking for unique accommodations. “The design of the Hotel de Glace will communicate the art, culture, knowledge,...