When they were in Hangzhou at the beginning of the month, Yu Ziyou and Yuan Bao even talked about the "Big Golden Globe". Two years ago, it was almost midsummer, and the "Big Golden Globe" gave the siblings a happy summer vacation memories. They thought that the children were young and so long has passed. Even the glorious experiences were 80% unclear. Facts have proved that as long as they are special enough, you see, even children understand the ability to appreciate them.

Since I like it so much, by chance, it is worth taking a trip back to Wenzhou to revisit the old place.

The sun and the moon shine together, the past and future of Hangzhou

So last weekend, we "returned" to Hangzhou again. Hangzhou is the city I love. It seems that it has never stopped developing. It has been a proof of top-notch development for thousands of years, and its uniqueness lies in that it combines tradition and The present is cleverly integrated. When the changes are at the forefront of the times, those traditions and antiquity also coexist in the bones.

Intercontinental is my favorite hotel brand, so when the two are put together, you can imagine how I like it. The appearance of Hangzhou Intercontinental is undoubtedly eye-catching and amazing. Even children can see its uniqueness at a glance. It is huge. It is spherical and golden in the whole body, shining in the sun.

Some people say it looks like a Ferrero chocolate, others say it is the rising sun in the morning, echoing with the Hangzhou Grand Theater opposite, which is like a crescent moon, and the sun and moon shine together.

More people affectionately call it the "Big Golden Globe". As the largest steel spherical building in the country, the "Big Golden Globe" has a total of 18 floors and consists of a 13-meter-high oval podium and a diameter of 85 meters. The ball consists of the special design allows you to look out the window through the glass from any position. Since its birth, the Big Golden Globe has become a new landmark in Hangzhou and a symbol of Hangzhou's present and future.

A darling highly respected by business and a paradise for children

It is believed that the performance and exquisiteness of Hangzhou's intercontinental business were obvious to the world at the G20 Summit that was eventful and focused on attention from all over the world. Major popular movies and televisions also filmed here, from "Step by Step" to "Hunting Ground","Tianji·Fuchun Mountain Residence" and so on.

The big golden ball is not just its appearance. As you approach the inside, you will find layers within the huge sphere, retro and fashionable.

It has both the visual feel of an opera house and the scene of a science fiction film.

Especially when night falls and the lights are on, the sky is slightly blue and dotted with stars. Looking up at the center of the dome, it is like a starry sky.

Even the carpet laid on the floor in the guest room corridor has a great meaning. The little drops of water symbolize the Qianjiang wave outside the wall.

Overlooking from the sightseeing elevator, floor by floor

Just like last time, I still chose the parent-child room, which is divided into two types: large-mouthed monkey and little yellow duck. Because Yuan Bao is of the genus monkey, I booked the room type of large-mouthed monkey. When I walked into the room, I felt like I had a feeling of déjà vu and no lack of surprises.

The room layout is super cute and cute. The doll of the large-mouthed monkey suddenly makes the calm room lively. The Indian tent and the slide swing with music are the favorite of children as old as Yuan Bao.

Children's pedals, children's toiletries, etc. are all available, and the room is equally considerate to adults. There is a walk-in cloakroom, a three-separate layout of shower, bathtub and sink, and a special makeup area for mom.

There is a small mural TV in the bathtub, which houses Agraria, a luxury fragrance care brand exclusively respected by Intercontinental Group. The aroma of verbena is fresh and elegant, soothing the body and mind.

My favorite is a huge floor-to-ceiling glass window. Outside the window, you can see a panoramic view of the Qiantang River. You can enjoy the magnificent light show when you lie in your room at night. The river view is invincible.

The hotel's service is also very personalized. Not only are the welcome fruits exquisite and beautiful, but the welcome cards are also heart-warming.

The indoor swimming pool on the 18th floor is a favorite of friends of all ages this season. It provides free floating boards, swimming rings, and arm rings for free. It has a pool of blue waves that are not afraid of the sun, wind and rain. Many parents take their children to swim in the pool. Think about it, it is the most relaxing and pleasant parent-child fun in midsummer.

Gym with also river view

Buffet dinner overlooking the Qiantang River is worth life

The hotel has 5 restaurants with different styles and a lobby bar, with many choices.

For convenience, we chose to have a buffet dinner at the hotel's all-day restaurant. Speaking of the buffet, we can trace back to its origin. It originated from the "Scandinavian cold pre-dinner" and "Henglian breakfast" in northern Europe in the 8th-11th century AD. It is said that it was the first dining method adopted by pirates. The buffet that we are familiar with now has in almost all star-rated hotels was pioneered by the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, Japan in 1958. It puts all the dishes together and guests choose them according to their preferences. This side is Japanese convenience and refinement. The free and wild dining style with a pirate-style style quickly became popular around the world and captured people's hearts.

Yuansu All-Day Restaurant faces the Qiantang River on the front line of Tianshui. It has an elegant environment, a reasonable seating space layout, and no feeling of congestion. Its body temperature is measured before dining, and a waiter guides you to sit down in an orderly manner.

If you are a seafood enthusiast, the buffet dinner at the original all-day restaurant will not let you down. All kinds of fresh and delicious seafood are listed. There are shrimp, shellfish, crab feet, raw oysters and more on the table.

The chef cuts salmon, Arctic shellfish, tuna on site, and barbecues or cooks various seafood. The wild prawns from the southern waters of Argentina are specially recommended by the chef. They are red all over the body and are about three times the size of ordinary shrimp. The cheese oysters are plump, tender and fresh, soaked with fragrant cheese, and the taste is more intense and delicious, not to mention fried razor clams, squid, sea crabs, etc. in scallion oil. The seafood control is simply irresistible, and there is almost no need to queue for seafood food. There is no limit. Chefs all cut and cook on site in an open manner, and replenish dishes very quickly.

In addition to seafood, various meats such as lamb chops, beef, roast duck, roasted chicken wings, etc. are also very rich. There are also handmade crystal shrimp dumplings, handmade pizza baked on site, steamed chicken feet in soy sauce, etc.

Everything from desserts to sweet soups, etc. Even ice cream has several flavors such as matcha, vanilla, mango, and blueberry. There are also some concocted drinks that you can taste. Whether you are a carnivorous pie or a sweet tooth, you can all get what you need.

There were many diners on the weekend, and many of them, like us, brought their families and led their families. They ate a sumptuous buffet dinner while overlooking the Qiantang River. Life was worth it.

That night, we enjoyed the riverside scenery outside the hotel, ate and went swimming, and had a small glass of food. The whole family had another unforgettable summer weekend. The next day, we met many families in the restaurant. Family with parents and children, the children's faces were filled with innocent smiles. I think they must also fall in love with the "Big Golden Globe", just like us two years ago, and we are now.