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By the Caribbean Journal staff
Dubai-based carrier Emirates is launching its first-ever flights to Mexico, the airline said this week.
Emirates will be launching a new daily service from Dubai to Mexico City via Barcelona, beginning Dec. 9.
The Mexico City flight will run on Emirates’ Boeing 777-200LR with 38 seats in business and 264 in economy.
The new route will be a linked service with Barcelona, meaning travelers can fly between Mexico City and Barcelona “in unprecedented style and comfort,” the carrier said.
“We are excited to be able to introduce new air connectivity between Dubai and Mexico. The availability of high-quality, daily international air services is essential for the development of tourism, business and cultural ties,” said Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline.
Because of Mexico City’s high altitude, Clark said Emirates could not operate a nonstop flight from Dubai.
“Barcelona was a natural choice for a stopover,” Clark said.
“We are pleased to offer a direct connection on the route between the Spanish city and Mexico City that has long been neglected by other airlines and remains underserved despite the strong customer demand,” Clark said.
It’s a major step for Emirates in the wider region.
“Mexico supports the launch of the long-awaited flight Dubai-Barcelona-Mexico City, which responds to Mexico’s Government tourism policy towards opening new markets and strengthening connectivity between the Middle East and Mexico. We are eager to receive tourists from this part of the world,” said Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, Miguel Torruco Marqués.
— CJ
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By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor
One of Aruba’s signature hotels is celebrating a very big anniversary this year.
The Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino is marking its 60th birthday this year, and the property has launched new dining initiatives, resort features and guest amenities to celebrate.
The Hilton is actually the oldest hotel in Aruba, a Morris Lapidus-designed gem whose debut kicked off Aruba’s tourism future.
The hotel’s Laguna Restaurant is offering a Legacy Breakfast Package beginning this Sunday, which will be served on the fourth Sunday of every month.
Sunset Grille has launched a Legacy Dinner Special, which will feature a Chef Collection Menu for two people, as well as 2-for-1 “Aruba Tini” cocktail promotion throughout this week.
The restaurant has also unveiled a commemorative mural representing all the people who have played a role in the restaurant and hotel during the past 60 years, with the new mural features caricatures of the Sunset Grille family.
Customer Cocktail Receptions will now be held every Thursday to celebrate the anniversary day, and tastings of the Aruba Ariba cocktail will be offered at check-in, the property said.
For more, visit the Hilton Aruba.
— CJ
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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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