2019 was a year of highlights and fruitful results for InterContinental Hotels and Resorts. As a luxury hotel brand with a global footprint, Intercontinental continues to explore emerging destinations this year, entering many new markets such as Maldives, Beppu in Japan, and Xi'an in China, striving to bring the pure luxury hotel experience to more guests around the world. At the same time, in 2020, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts will also create more fascinating travel experiences in Chongqing, Shenzhen and the resort resort of Phuket, opening the New Year with a new attitude.

"Continent" tours various countries and takes stock of the highlights of 2019

In 2019, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts unlocked multiple overseas tourist attractions. Whether on a romantic island or in an ancient cultural capital, these newly opened hotels are becoming an important bridge for tourists to deeply experience local culture. Near the heart-shaped island of the Great Barrier Reef, the Intercontinental Hymans Resort has become the first choice for many guests for honeymoon; in Lyon, France, the Intercontinental Lyon Hotel, located on the former site of the local landmark Grand Palais Hospital, is writing a new era of history with luxurious classics. In Maldives, Mamunagu Intercontinental Resort uses sunsets and white sand to depict a paradise on earth; while in Beppu, Japan, where hot springs are dense, ANA Intercontinental Resort and Spa Beppu combines Japanese culture and luxury services with ingenuity.

Exterior of Intercontinental Hotel Lyon, France

Exterior of Intercontinental Hyman Island Resort

Luxury in the ancient capital, the perfect interpretation of the year-end closing work

Near the end of the year, surprises continue. Xi'an's first intercontinental hotel, Xi'an Economic Development Intercontinental Hotel, finally officially unveiled on December 18. Located in the core area of the urban CBD of Xi'an Economic Development Zone, overlooking the urban sports park and adjacent to famous business districts such as Xidi Port, the 329 luxury rooms are elegant and luxurious in design. Intercontinental Xi'an Economic Development Hotel is bound to become a suitable place for business and business travelers. The first choice. In addition, there are four unique restaurants in the hotel that create a global feast for guests living in Xi'an. On the top floor, Cha Restaurant and Bar, with an exquisite terrace with ancient city style, excellent dining and wine services will surely amaze the distinguished guests staying here. In addition, Caifeng Tower continues to fulfill its mission of inheriting Chinese culinary traditions in the ancient capital of Xi'an, integrating the Shaanxi cuisine culture of the Central Plains, selecting innovative delicacies, and will also provide tourists with an ancient taste.

Room at Intercontinental Xi'an Economic Development Hotel

Xi'an Economic Development Intercontinental Hotel Restaurant

"New" mobile journey, a big forecast for 2020

The much-awaited Intercontinental Resort Phuket has officially opened on January 1, 2020. The hotel is located in the protected bay in the north of Kamara Beach, backed by jungles and facing the blue Andaman Sea. At the same time, the hotel design combines Thailand's profound heritage of traditional aesthetics and contemporary design essence, making it a unique destination for travelers. Tailored to create an exclusive retreat from the world.

Club Room Type at Intercontinental Resort Phuket

In China, there is also an exciting new opening on January 1st. Intercontinental Shenzhen Dameisha Jingji Resort officially opened in the famous local leisure resort Dameisha Coast. Located between the bay and lush green mountains, the hotel boasts the magnificent coastal scenery of the South China Sea. The newly built Intercontinental Executive Club brings guests a more intimate and luxurious stay experience.

Intercontinental Shenzhen Dameisha Jingji Resort

Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel, a landmark super high-rise city hotel that has attracted much attention, will also make its glorious debut in the first half of this year. The hotel is located in Chaotianmen Square, a famous scenic spot in the center of Chongqing City. It has a superior location and can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yangtze River and the Jialing River. The lobby is located on the 42nd floor in the "Crystal Corridor", an award-winning high-altitude architectural masterpiece. It is believed that it will add a lot of color to the Intercontinental brand in 2020.

Intercontinental Raffles Chongqing