Starwood Hotels & Resorts has rejected a proposed takeover by Marriott International, preferring to explore what it views as a “superior offer” from a consortium led by Anbang. The Chinese insurance giant tabled a bid of $78 per share for the American hotel giant earlier, valuing the company at $13.2 billion. Marriott now has until March 28th to respond with …
IT’S millions of years old, weighs in at an estimated 10 million tonnes, is more than 200m high and has a curious history. But it’s unlikely you would have ever heard of — let alone seen — this intriguing giant. That’s because the Rock of Guatapé monolith (also known as El Peñol) is far removed from the typical “attractions” on …
Haimark Line is offering a 10-day Cuba 360: A Circumnavigation of Cuba cruise departing February 11, 2016 from Miami. Ports of call for this inaugural sailing include Miami – Havana – Maria La Gorda – Cienfuegos – Trinidad – Santiago de Cuba – Baracoa or Alejandro de Humboldt National Park – Holguin. The all-inclusive rate of $3,200 covers the cruise, …
On the heels of Queen Mary 2’s first-ever “Jazz at Sea” Transatlantic Crossing with Blue Note Records, Cunard has announced that Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter, Gregory Porter, will be headlining the third Blue Note jazz-themed Transatlantic Crossing on October 25, 2016. Porter delighted fans with his powerhouse performances in the Royal Court Theatre during the first, October 29 Jazz …
Travel World News has traveled with Island’s The Sun in the past and their Tahiti package that includes flights, 5 nights island resort accommodations in a over water bungalow at the Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa, breakfast, sightseeing, transfers and more delivers exceptional value. Discerning travelers will enjoy exceptional service, sleek hardwood floors, exotic Polynesian-inspired artwork and a terrace with …
With frigid temperatures in the forecast Jamaica’s Round Hill Hotel and Villas has introduced several winter escape options for discerning travelers. Enjoy the understated classic elegance of this exclusive Caribbean resort and its Ralph Lauren designed oceanfront rooms or private villas (deluxe villa pictured above) with dedicated staff. Winter Warmth Book your next stay at Round Hill and get a …
Seatrade Cruise Global has announced the 2016 Conference program details which will offer attendees a comprehensive roster of panel discussions and workshops featuring experts, leaders and thought-makers. Registration is open to attendees at a reduced rate through the Early Bird Discount available until 31 January 2016. “As the cruise industry’s premier global event, we are excited to share the first …
Club Med has unveiled the latest development to the Club Med Punta Cana resort with a new Zen Oasis area, which has “been designed with serenity in mind and is reserved for adult guests only”. Sophisticated and stylish, the Zen Oasis area is located within the resort focusing exclusively on adults and couples looking for rest, relaxation and wellbeing. Concealed …
Radisson is opening the Radisson Hotel Tucson Airport. The 166-room hotel and 14,000 square feet of flexible conference and event space. “We are focused on expanding the Radisson brand across the Americas and we are pleased to welcome this hotel in Tucson,” said Javier Rosenberg, chief operating officer, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. “We look forward to providing guests of …
arrive after dark, driving past piled up snow and pull up by a darkened log cabin office. No one comes out. I turn off the car lights and step into the freezing air. As my eyes adjust to the Arctic night, I see a green glow in the western sky, at first just two smudges on either side of the …