TORONTO — The brand new Riu Palace Aquarelle is set to open its doors on May 4.
According to Sunwing, which offers RIU Hotels & Resorts exclusively in Canada, the family-friendly resort offers a variety of amenities, from a beachfront location to an exclusive water park on site and international dining options.
Riu Palace Aquarelle will be RIU’s seventh property in Jamaica and its first in the beautiful Falmouth, Trelawny area, 35 minutes from Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport.
“For over a decade, RIU Hotels & Resorts has been a trusted partner of Sunwing Vacations, providing exceptional vacation experiences to our customers in Canada, and we’re thrilled to support the launch of their newest hotel in Jamaica opening this May,” said Samantha Taylor, Chief Marketing and Digital Officer of Sunwing Vacations Group. “This beachfront oasis is perfectly suited to our customers, from young couples jet-setting to paradise to families with young children looking to enjoy a mix of kid-friendly excitement and relaxation, and we look forward to offering our customers more vacation options with one of the top-rated resort brands in the Caribbean.”
Riu Palace Aquarelle’ 753 rooms feature a bright and modern décor. Vacationers can take their pick of suites offering a balcony or terrace, living spaces and modern amenities, some featuring ocean views and swim-up access, plus two-bedroom family rooms and connecting suites for those travelling together. There are five pools, including a kids pool with water slides, Splash Water World water park and non-motorized water sport activities including stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkelling and more. There are also RiuFit group activities, a fitness centre and a steam bath and Renova Spa (additional charge).
There’s also a range of culinary specialties, including traditional Jamaican barbecue at the Jerk Station, international flavours at the buffet with live cooking stations, and fusion, Italian, Japanese and steakhouse cuisine at the à la carte restaurants. Multiple bars are available throughout the property, including poolside and swim-up bars. As part of its sustainability efforts, RIU Hotels & Resorts recently formed an alliance with AENOR as the first hotel chain to be certified with the new ‘Zero Food Waste’ badge.
Through March 31 Sunwing vacationers can get up to 25% in savings to Riu Palace Aquarelle when travelling May 4 – Aug. 31. Not only that, but travel agents earn 3X Riu PartnerClub points on every eligible booking and the chance to win one of two free stays at Riu Palace Aquarelle, blackout dates apply.
