My Hotel Geek

Discover the luxurious hospitality industry with Isabelle Houle

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5 reasons to book Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu in Charlevoix this winter

February 2nd, 2009 · 5 Comments

1. Many onsite activities and great skiing in the region with plenty of snow

2. Superb culinary experience at the 3 restaurants and in-room dining

3. Friendly staff and comfortable accommodation

4. Affordable rates for your meetings or family getaway

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Tags: Hotels & Resorts

2008 Review: World’s Top Hotel Events

January 5th, 2009 · 1 Comment

2008 has been a busy year in the hotel world. Many acquisitions were announced by different banners around the world. Since the Wall Street Crash in September, business has stalled and projections for 2009 are not looking so great. The good news is that we have been through recessions before and economic growth will come back. My advice is to stay positive and find new ways to book business! Here is my 2008 review in the hotel world.

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Tags: Hotels & Resorts

The 500 best hotels in the world by Travel + Leisure

January 9th, 2008 · 2 Comments

Planning your vacations for 2008? Here is the Travel + Leisure’s sixth annual comprehensive guide to the 500 highest-rated hotels in the world as well as the 21 best Canadian Hotels.

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The Fairmont Mayakoba: a unique luxurious Mexican Resort

January 8th, 2008 · 6 Comments

Last month, I had the chance to spend 8 fabulous nights at our 5 diamond resort on the Riviera Maya, The Fairmont Mayakoba. There is so much to say about this place that I will dedicate a series of 3 articles about this unusual concept of 401 fabulous villa and casita units spread in the mangrove forest and in front of the sea.

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My first steps in the blogosphere…

January 7th, 2008 · 1 Comment

With over a decade of international hotel experience in hot and trendy destinations such as Whistler and Dubai, I developed a passion for the luxurious hospitality business that I would like to share with you with this blog. I work in sales for Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, the largest luxury hotel company in North America that is becoming a leader in the global hospitality industry.

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