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Marriott's AC brand announces opening of its First Hotel in Jamaica

AC Hotels by Marriott has announced the opening of AC Hotel Kingston, Jamaica, bringing the brand's forward-thinking design approach to the island. Born from the signature vision of renowned hotelier Antonio Catalan, the brand was founded in 1998 in Spain, and brought into the Marriott International portfolio in 2011, launching AC Hotels by Marriott globally in locations including France, Denmark, the United States, Latin America, Puerto Rico and now Jamaica.

AC Hotels by Marriott
Kingston, Jamaica
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H10 Hotels opens Ocean El Faro, a spectacular colonial-style resort in Punta Cana

H10 Hotels opens its new Ocean El Faro five-star resort in the Dominican Republic, located in Punta Cana on the magnificent beach of Uvero Alto with crystal-clear waters. The newly built establishment offers 618 rooms equipped with all the amenities to guarantee guests the utmost comfort, first-class facilities and a wide range of services.

Ocean Signature Resorts
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort Debuts Following $60 Million Renovation

The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort today announced the highly anticipated reopening of the resort, signaling a return of luxury hospitality in the beloved destination. Following an extensive $60 million renovation, the property unveils a new dimension of tropical luxury and a contemporary aesthetic seen in every guestroom and suite, Casa Grande, the heart of the resort where guests will enjoy The St. Regis Bar and Paros, the seaside pool and esplanade, and the Iridium Spa.

St. Regis
Río Grande, Puerto Rico
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Melia's Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real open in Dominican Republic

Meliá Hotels International, Spain's leading hotel company with over 380 hotels in 40 countries, has announced its latest addition in the Dominican Republic with the launch of The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real, opening its doors officially on Saturday, December 15, 2018. The new hotel is the first of its kind in the Paradisus portfolio and will feature ultra-luxe amenities and be the third Paradisus property to open in the Dominican Republic.

Circle by Meliá
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Puerto Rico’s El San Juan Hotel Reopens

Poised flawlessly between city and shore, El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton,  celebrated its grand reopening earlier this month, just in time for the holiday season and winter travel. The 388-guestroom iconic hotel will once again continue to thrive with traditions renewed as guests are enchanted by an authentic welcome, thoughtful service, and exceptional programming that originates from the heart of Puerto Rico. Located on two miles of the pristine Isla Verde Beach, recently voted the Best Urban Beach in the U.S., the extensive restoration process is reflected in the hotel's guest rooms, poolside and oceanfront villas, public spaces, pools, luxurious cabanas and lush landscaping, interweaving modern tropical splendor with Old-World grandeur.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Carolina, Puerto Rico
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Hilton La Romana, an All-inclusive Adult Resort

Set on a picturesque beach, framed by a lush, tropical jungle, this 344-room, adults-only resort provides the perfect setting for relaxation. Guests can unwind in spacious suites, lounge by the resorts four pools or book a treatment at its state-of-the-art spa. With the resorts prime beachside location and close proximity to four champion golf courses, there are countless leisure offerings for guests to take advantage of daily. For evening entertainment, adults can visit the hotels casino and enjoy the lively atmosphere at any of its eight bars and lounges.

Hilton
La Romana, Dominican Republic
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Hilton La Romana, an All-inclusive Family Resort Debuts in the Dominican Republic

A next-level option for family vacations, this 412-room resort offers endless activities from tennis and beach volleyball to snorkeling and scuba diving. Kids can channel their inner-adventurer at the Explorers Club, which provides daily programming, including arts and crafts and big screen movies on the beach. For teenagers, the resort has a teen club, offering a variety of entertainment options and nightly events. Families will enjoy the resorts expansive pools, pristine beach and five dining venues to suit every taste.

Hilton
La Romana, Dominican Republic
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Riu Palace Tropical Bay in Negril reopens, fully refurbished

RIU Hotels & Resorts presents the fully refurbished Riu Palace Tropical Bay, in Negril, following extensive renovation works. What was the chain's first hotel in Jamaica when it opened in 2001 now offers completely updated facilities, which maintain the Riu Palace range's characteristic elegance and sophistication and the RIU chain's exclusive 24-hour all-inclusive service.

RIU
Negril, Jamaica
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A Legacy Of Tradition Lives On With The Grand Reopening Of El San Juan Hotel On December 14, 2018

Poised flawlessly between city and shore, El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, will celebrate its grand reopening on December 14, just in time for the holiday season and winter travel. The 388-guestroom iconic hotel will once again continue to thrive with traditions renewed as guests are enchanted by an authentic welcome, thoughtful service, and exceptional programming that originates from the heart of Puerto Rico. Located on two miles of the pristine Isla Verde Beach, recently voted the Best Urban Beach in the U.S., the extensive restoration process is reflected in the hotel's guest rooms, poolside and oceanfront villas, public spaces, pools, luxurious cabanas and lush landscaping, interweaving modern tropical splendor with Old-World grandeur.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Carolina, Puerto Rico
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The Ritz-Carlton Club, St. Thomas Reopens After Hurricanes Irma and Maria Recovery

The Ladies and Gentlemen at The Ritz-Carlton Club, St. Thomas located in the U.S. Virgin Islands welcomed their first Members and guests back to this extraordinary resort over the weekend. The resort has been closed since two extremely powerful Category 5 hurricanes, Hurricanes Irma and Maria, impacted the U.S. Virgin Islands, and specifically St. Thomas on September 6, 2017 and September 20, 2017, respectively.

Marriott
St. Thomas, Virgin Islands (USA)
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Legendary Dorado Beach, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Officially Reopens

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve officially reopens today, marking an exciting chapter in the property's rich legacy as well as in the recovery and resurgence of Puerto Rico. Following a meticulous restoration, Dorado Beach emerges more spectacular than ever, featuring expanded offerings, amenities and facilities, allowing the celebrated resort to continue to create transformative and personal journeys for all guests.

Ritz-Carlton
Dorado, Puerto Rico
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Meliá Hotels International Set to Welcome New Luxury Experience, The Grand Reserve

Melia Hotels International, one of the largest hotel companies in the world with over 380 hotels in 40 countries, has announced their newest luxury experience to open this December in the Dominican Republic - The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real. Featuring 288 expansive suite-style accommodations, including Swim-Up Suites, The Grand Reserve will also boast seven restaurants and bars, a full-service spa by Natura Bissé, Beach Club with access to the spectacular Bavaro Beach, family-friendly kids club and aqua adventure park, as well as a wellness facility with top-of-the-line gym equipment. Guests of The Grand Reserve will also have access to all of the amenities and services of Paradisus Palma Real.

Circle by Meliá
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Newly opened: Rosewood Baha Mar's design Features a Fresh Bahamian Aesthetic

The design for the brand-new Rosewood Baha Mar creates a luxurious yet intimate atmosphere that invites guests to feel immediately relaxed, as though they've arrived at their private beachfront vacation home. Following Rosewood Hotels & Resort's A Sense of Place philosophy, the entire resort was designed by renowned design studio Wimberly Interiors to create a sense of community, invite conversation amongst new and old friends, and feel chic, elegant and distinctly Bahamian.

Rosewood
Nassau, Bahamas
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Curio Collection by Hilton Grows Resort Portfolio with Debut in Belize

Designed for those seeking relaxed adventure, Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club, Curio Collection by Hilton is now welcoming travelers in Belize's stunning Ambergris Caye. Marking Hilton's first property in the country - and one of the first resorts from a global brand in Belize - the elegant hotel features 205 cottage and villa-style rooms across a 60-acre waterfront site with 10 distinct dining outlets, bay and beach clubs, and meeting and event spaces.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
San Pedro, Belize
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Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour Debuts

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of the first Park Hyatt hotel in the Caribbean, Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour. Set within Christophe Harbour, the 126-room luxury resort spans the secluded beach of Banana Bay at the foot of St. Kitts" lush rolling hills and offers unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea and neighboring Nevis. Offering a wellness sanctuary for restorative peace, the resort is also unveiling the first Miraval Life in Balance Spa in the Caribbean.

Park Hyatt
Parish of St. George, Saint Kitts and Nevis
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Exuma’s Historic Peace and Plenty Hotel Acquired Under New Partnership

Miami-based boutique hotel owner-operators, Jesper & Gustaf Arnoldsson of SMS Lodging, have partnered with long time Exuma real estate investors, Steve & Patrick Harrington and prominent Bahamian entrepreneur, Burton Rodgers, to acquire the historic Peace & Plenty Hotel on Great Exuma, The Bahamas. SMS Lodging will manage all aspects of operations, including sales, marketing and reservations.

SMS Lodging
George Town, Bahamas