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By the Caribbean Journal staff

Bermuda will soon be home to its first-ever Hilton hotel.

Set to debut in 2020, the Bermudiana Beach Resort will be part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton portfolio.

The 111-room hotel, owned by Bermudiana Development Company Limited, will be set on a cliff overlooking a pink-sand beach.

It will be the second Tapestry Collection by Hilton development in the wider region, joining a project in Jamaica, the recently-announced ROK hotel in Kingston. 

“As we continue the strategic expansion of our industry leading brands across the Caribbean and Latin America, Bermudiana Beach Resort is a wonderful opportunity to introduce Tapestry Collection by Hilton to one of the Caribbean’s most sought-after destinations,” said Pablo Maturana, managing director, development, Caribbean and South America, Hilton. “We are excited about this second Tapestry Collection project in the Caribbean and look forward to working with the team at Bermudiana Development Company Limited to offer visitors a unique, upscale hotel coupled with the benefits of our award-winning Hilton Honors program.”

It’s yet another example of Hilton’s breakneck expansion push in the wider Caribbean region.

“Since the brand’s launch, we continue to celebrate global growth in the Caribbean and Latin America. With our first Caribbean property announced earlier this year and two projects in Latin America, we are thrilled at the momentum we have in the region,” said Jenna Hackett, global head, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. “The signing of Bermudiana Beach Resort will bring a unique and authentic resort to our portfolio, and extend an authentic welcome to guests visiting this beautiful destination.”

Amenities at the hotel will range from a family-friendly pool and infinity pool complex to a spa and a secluded beach accessible by a two-car funicular elevator.

“Since the brand’s launch, we continue to celebrate global growth in the Caribbean and Latin America. With our first Caribbean property announced earlier this year and two projects in Latin America, we are thrilled at the momentum we have in the region,” said Jenna Hackett, global head, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. “The signing of Bermudiana Beach Resort will bring a unique and authentic resort to our portfolio, and extend an authentic welcome to guests visiting this beautiful destination.”

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

Canada’s leading airline is launching a pair of new routes to the Caribbean for the upcoming winter season.

Air Canada has announced plans to launch new winter flights from Quebec City to the two most popular destinations in the Caribbean region: Cancun and Punta Cana.

The new service to Cancun, Mexico will run Dec. 21 to April 11, 2020, while the new Punta Cana flights will run from Dec. 22 through April 12, 2020 to the Dominican Republic’s biggest tourism hub.

The Westin Puntacana resort in Punta Cana.

“We are thrilled to offer residents of Quebec City these non-stop connections to the popular winter getaway destinations of Cancun and Punta Cana,” said Lucie Guillemette, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Air Canada. “We are adding these new international leisure routes to meet anticipated demand from the capital of Quebec and offer Quebec City residents easy access to incredible holiday experiences.”

It’s the first major flight expansion for Air Canada since the company announced its exclusive agreement to pursue a combination with Canadian travel giant Transat.

If that transaction is completed, the company said it would “facilitate continued growth and expansion in the highly competitive global leisure travel segment.”

The Paradisus Palma Real in Punta Cana.

Air Canada will be operating both flights on 200-seat, all-economy Air Canada Rouge Airbus A321 aircraft.

“We welcome the news that Air Canada has chosen to strengthen its presence in Quebec City by offering international flights from [Quebec City],” said Stéphane Poirier, President and CEO of Quebec City’s airport, YQB. “By improving its winter service and adding flights to winter sun destinations, the airline meets the needs and demands of the people of Quebec. This announcement is the result of a great collaboration between Air Canada and YQB.”

It’s the latest new Caribbean service for Air Canada, which most recently announced plans to expand its service to St Kitts in the Eastern Caribbean.

— CJ

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Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants is coming to a new destination: Mexico.

The fast-expanding hotel company, now part of the IHG umbrella, is planning to open its first properties in Mexico with a pair of Mexico City boutique hotels.

The two hotels, which are slated to open in 2020, will be located in Mexico City’s chic neighborhood of Polanco.

Both hotels are owned by ZKC, a Mexico City-focused real estate development firm, which is developing the projects in partnership with VineTower Development, architect Ambrosi Etchegaray and Arquitectura de Interiores.

The boutique hotels will have 32 and 48 guest rooms, respectively, with each set to include a signature eatery and a rooftop bar.

“Polanco will be home to Kimpton’s first two boutique hotels in the country and illustrates our continued growth in the Americas,” said Mike DeFrino, chief executive officer of Kimpton. “We look forward to bringing Kimpton’s irreverent spirit and heartfelt hospitality to life with ZKC and VineTower.”

They’re part of a wider regional expansion for Kimpton, which has one existing regional property in Grand Cayman and another set to open soon in Grenada.

“We were looking for a boutique partner who had a track record of operational excellence and a true understanding of modern guest needs,” said Mauricio Khalifa, partner for ZKC. “These two projects will complement but be distinct from one another, bringing an award-winning hospitality brand to a highly sought-after location. We’re excited to marry Kimpton’s expertise with our deep knowledge of the region.”

— CJ

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