The Tryall Golf & Beach Club, one of Jamaica’s most celebrated private villa resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Lawrence as Director of Sales & Marketing. Set along 2,200 acres of lush coastline in Hanover, the resort is renowned for its collection of luxury villas, championship golf course, world-class amenities, and highly personalized service.
Salamander Collection has appointed Jennifer Tacey as Director of National Accounts at Half Moon, further strengthening the iconic Jamaican resort's leadership team as it enters a new chapter following the recent reopening of Eclipse at Half Moon.
Salamander Collection has appointed Sheraine Reid as Director of Leisure Sales at Half Moon, further strengthening the iconic Jamaican resort's leadership team as it enters a new chapter following the recent reopening of Eclipse at Half Moon.
Half Moon, one of the Caribbean's most storied destinations, will officially reopen its highly-acclaimed Eclipse at Half Moon resort on April 2, marking a significant milestone in the country's post-Hurricane Melissa recovery.
Following its recent addition to the prestigious Blue Diamond Resorts portfolio, Hideaway at Royalton Blue Waters, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only, is set to debut and welcome guests to this Caribbean paradise in late November. The resort boasts exclusive features, modern accommodations with peerless ocean views, and exceptional dining experiences. This highly anticipated all-inclusive property, exclusively for adults, is now available for bookings starting May 15th, 2023.
Veteran Caribbean hotelier Jeremy Jones has been named Sandals Resorts International's Corporate Director, Resort Operations - Jamaica.
The award-winning all-villa retreat debuts the 11,000 sq.ft. Oceans 8 villa and the stunning Bella Vista villa for travelers seeking a private and luxurious escape.
RIU Hotels & Resorts has announced the reopening of Riu Montego Bay in Jamaica, following a complete renovation of its facilities and a change of concept in its service, as it is now Adults Only. What's more, thanks to this renovation, RIU's six hotels in the country are now newly built or recently renovated. Following its reopening, Riu Montego Bay is joining Riu Reggae and Riu Palace Jamaica in the category of hotels only for over-18s, which means Montego Bay is an exclusively adult destination for RIU.
Today, Half Moon announces the opening of its highly anticipated luxury resort,Eclipse at Half Moon. Nestled between the lush rolling hills of Montego Bay and the glistening Caribbean Sea, Eclipse at Half Moon is a celebration of authentic Jamaican culture reflecting its surrounding natural beauty. Just a ten-minute drive from Sangster International Airport, the resort features 57 new accommodations, a stunning infinity-edge pool, natural swimming cove, seven bars and restaurants, and an introductory opening offer to celebrate its launch.The addition of Eclipse at Half Moon creates a triumvirate of accommodation options under the Half Moon brand, which is already rated as Jamaica's finest property, according to Forbes Travel Guide. Guests can also enjoy two additional distinct resort choices: Founders Cove at Half Moon and Rose Hall Villas at Half Moon, which are located at opposite ends of the 400-acre property.Managed by Salamander Hotels & Resorts, Half Moon is renowned for its legacy of excellence and hospitality. The property was founded 65 years ago, and three of the original founding families still remain as owners."Eclipse is a distinct luxury experience, and one that honors and complements Half Moon's legacy and character," said Guy Steuart III, chairman of the board at Half Moon. "Guests will discover our unique spirit of character and culture amidst traditional, elegant architecture inspired by our surroundings, and dimensioned within an abundance of roamable beach and gardens."Welcoming and Inviting Eclipse at Half Moon was designed by the renowned architecture and design firm Hart Howerton of New York and San Francisco. The heart of the resort is its Great House, the property's arrival experience, which is framed by a large Guango tree - one of more than 70 trees carefully replanted to ensure mature and natural surroundings. The lobby is set on a gentle rise of 17 feet above high tide to offer unobstructed views of the sea from the moment guests arrive, while the Anglo-Caribbean aesthetic was inspired by Jamaican culture and accented with elegant shutters, vibrant colors and vintage family photographs from the owners' archives. Custom murals hang in the reception and capture the spirit of Caribbean life in the style of Michael Lester, an artist of Polish descent who became famous in Jamaica for his colorful work.Eclipse features a variety of luxurious accommodations which are located in three areas. In the Great House, each second-floor room features large balconies and stunning views, while the resort's signature Great House Ocean Suite offers an open-plan design with up to two bedrooms, a classically-appointed living area, elegant dining area, and a sweeping balcony overlooking the Great Lawn and the Caribbean Sea.With incredible sunrise views and surrounded by lush, tropical gardens, the resort's tastefully designed Estate Homes offer maximum flexibility, including up to four bedrooms - each with its own private entrance. The Estate Homes also include a butler pantry, large great room, island contemporary furnishings, indoor/outdoor showers, and living and dining terraces. Eclipse also features 32 Prestige Ocean Rooms, which are carefully positioned in low-profile Cottages. Featuring fabulous views of the Caribbean Sea, these spacious rooms offer luxurious bathrooms, reading coves, colorful artwork from students of the Edna Manley College of Visual and Performing Arts, and expansive verandas or terraces featuring daybeds.
The Tryall Club, the award-winning Jamaican retreat has announced the opening of its new luxury Beach Club. The $9.2 million dollar project transformed the property's secluded beachfront to introduce a new destination for guests and villa owners to relax, dine and socialize in a stunning oceanfront setting.Renowned Interior Designer Tom Scheerer led the design of the Beach Club, complemented by the work of Key West-based landscape architect Craig Reynolds. Through their vision, the Beach Club celebrates the classic elegance of the Caribbean, while showcasing the natural beauty of the lush tropical landscape that surrounds the 2,200-acre property. Features of the Beach Club include an expanded private beach, new infinity pool and lounge area, a Beach Bar & Grill including a wood-fired pizza oven operated by an authentic pizzaiolo from Italy, a Beach Boutique, Tour Desk, and new venues for oceanfront weddings and private gatherings.
Playa Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ:PLYA, "Playa"), the owner and operator of all-inclusive resort properties under brands such as Hyatt, Hilton, Jewel Resorts and Panama Jack Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean, has announced the appointment of Vishal Vaswani to general manager of Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa. In his new position, Vaswani will be responsible for optimizing operations at each resort and further enhancing service quality and guest relations. Vaswani's appointment is part of Playa Hotels & Resorts' larger employee growth model, a companywide initiative to ensure each team member's success and advancement.
Crave Interactive, the world leading developer of cloud-based digital guest service solutions for hotels, today announced that Secrets® St. James Montego Bay and Secrets® Wild Orchid Montego Bay in Jamaica have installed Crave T-Mini tablets.
MKDA, a Miami-based architecture and interior design firm, today announced that its distinguished hospitality studio is the lead architect on the $12.5 million redevelopment of Jamaica"s long-shuttered Breezes Montego Bay Hotel into the 120,000-square-foot The Spanish Court Hotel Montego Bay.
With hurricane season fast-approaching, the all-inclusive Holiday Inn Resort® Montego Bay is moving quickly to minimize any negative impact potential storms might have on guests by reinstating its Hurricane Guarantee. Valid on bookings for resort stays enjoyed throughout the entire 2017 Atlantic hurricane season (May 1 to November 30, 2017), the program provides consumer purchase protection against disruptions due to hurricanes as follows:Pre-VacationGuests holding confirmed reservations with nonrefundable deposits who are unable to travel due to the closure of Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport caused by a Category One or higher hurricane can rebook their reservations for a future resort stay without penalty. A one-category room upgrade will also be provided based on space availability (excludes suites). Mid-VacationShould a Category One or higher hurricane interrupt resort operations for more than 24 hours, guests already on property will receive a certificate valid for a free future stay. Certificates will be valid for resort stays equal to the number of days that hotel operations are interrupted as determined by the resort. Certificates must be redeemed within one (1) calendar year from the date of issuance. Free future stays will be awarded subject to space availability and certain blackout dates may apply.Nicola Madden-Greig, Group Director of Marketing and Sales, commented on the Hurricane Guarantee, saying: "A relaxed vibe on the beach and at area attractions combines with our ever-present great weather and uniquely Jamaican vibes to make summer and fall ideal periods to escape to MoBay. Our Hurricane Guarantee ensures that travelers choosing Holiday Inn can vacation in Jamaica throughout Hurricane Season with confidence."The Holiday Inn Resort® Montego Bay Hurricane Guarantee is valid exclusively on U.S. bookings. Group bookings are excluded and the program is subject to change at any time.For reservations, please visit www.caribbeanhi.com, or call 1-888-288-6006.
Hon. Obie Wilchcombe, Chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), chaired his first meeting of the Council of Tourism Ministers and Commissioners since being elected Chairman last September, resulting in positive discussions on best practices, funding cooperative regional activities and hosting the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Global Conference on Building Partnerships for Sustainable Tourism for Development next November. The Council of Ministers meeting took place during the recently completed Caribbean Travel Marketplace on Paradise Island, Bahamas. As the policy-making body of the CTO, the Council of Ministers worked as a team during the January meeting to decide on matters related to funding on behalf of the Organization's Dutch, English, French and Spanish-speaking members. The Minister also discussed using the latest technology for more effective passenger facilitation, and maximizing the benefits of public sector/private sector partnerships to improve the Caribbean's competitive position. The meeting also determined the way forward in regard to championing the cause of Caribbean tourism at the highest levels in the Caribbean and around the world.
Noted Jamaican hotelier Kevin Hendrickson took home top honors at The Jamaica Gleaner’s annual Hospitality Jamaica Awards, receiving the coveted “Hospitality Personality Of The Year” award. The honor was presented in recognition of Hendrickson’s steadfast commitment to, and continued investment in, Jamaica’s tourism industry.Hendrickson began his hospitality career in 1981 serving as general manager of The Courtleigh Hotel in Kingston. In 1997, he purchased The Courtleigh, initiating a steady progression of hotel acquisition and development that would eventually see him become one of the foremost hoteliers in Jamaica and the broader Caribbean region.
Playa Resorts Management, the operational management component of Playa Hotels & Resorts B.V., today announced the appointment of Diego Concha as General Manager for Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall and Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall. Both Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, which is exclusively for adults, and Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, which is for guests of all ages, opened in December 2014. Both all-inclusive luxury resorts have recently been recognized with AAA's coveted Four Diamond Award.
Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of two iconic Jamaican properties to Curio – A Collection by Hilton, a global brand of distinctive upper upscale and luxury hotels, hand-picked for travelers who seek local discovery and authentic experiences.
Aimbridge Hospitality announces that it has been selected to manage the landmark oceanfront Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa on the Caribbean island of Jamaica, effective immediately. Nestled between Jamaica's scenic mountain range and the Caribbean Sea, the all-inclusive Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa features 489 newly designed guestrooms and suites, 1800 feet of private, secluded beach, Sugar Mill Falls water park, Soothe Spa, remodeled meeting space and the nearby Robert VonHagge designed Cinnamon Hill Ocean Golf Course. Sagicor, which owns three Jewel Resorts in Jamaica, completed its acquisition of the Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa today.
Mr. Hendriks will officially assume his position as General Manager of Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall and Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall on September 1st. He brings more than 30 years of hospitality industry leadership. He joins Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall and Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall from Apple Leisure Group. Prior to that he enjoyed an extensive career as General Manager at numerous Sandals Resorts throughout the Caribbean. He began his hospitality career in Miami with Unique Vacations, Inc. A native of Mandeville, Jamaica, Mr. Hendriks started his education at DeCarteret College, Jamaica and then attended Miami Dade College and Cornell University. Mr. Hendriks is an advocate of the hospitality industry and furthering education in Jamaica. He has served as the School Board Chairman for Negril, as well as a Board Member for the Vocational Training School at Westmoreland. He is actively involved in the Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce, the Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association (JHTA), and the Caribbean Hotel & Tourist Association (CHTA).