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New leadership for InterContinental Hanoi Westlake

New leadership for InterContinental Hanoi Westlake

14 November 2016 Hotel News

InterContinental Hanoi Westlake has announced the appointment of Colin McCandless to the position of general manager. McCandless is a seasoned hotelier with particular strengths in pre-opening and commercial focus and brings over 16 year experience in hotel management across Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Vietnam.

World Travel Awards lands in Vietnam ahead of Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2016

World Travel Awards lands in Vietnam ahead of Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2016

Vietnamese tourism capital Danang is beginning the final preparations for the World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2016. The event will take place at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort on Saturday, October 15th. Hundreds of leaders from across the hospitality industry will attend the red carpet ceremony, with the best among them recognised with the prestigious World Travel Awards trophies.

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort to host World Travel Awards

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort to host World Travel Awards

10 October 2016 Hotel News Travel Events News

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort will host the prestigious World Travel Awards, Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2016. The event will take place on October 15th, with hundreds of hospitality leaders from across the regions expected to be in attendance. A luxury hillside resort overlooking a sparkling private bay, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort allows guests to enjoy the very best of Vietnam.

Zager takes key operations role with IHG in Europe

Zager takes key operations role with IHG in Europe

6 October 2016 Hotel News

InterContinental Hotels Group has appointed Michael Zager as vice president, operations, Continental Europe. He will report to Stephen McCall, chief operating officer, Europe. Zager will join the operations leadership Team and will be based within IHG’s Frankfurt office to help further strengthen presence and resource in this key market.

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula launches new spa programme

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula launches new spa programme

8 September 2016 Hotel News Spa News

In a time where unplugging from a technologically-driven world seems impossible and time is no longer a friend, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort invites guests on an adventure full of purpose, power, and personal renewal with a new wellness journey. Set on the lush Son Tra Peninsula, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort is the perfect setting to achieve optimal health and mentally hit the refresh button.

Breaking Travel News investigates: InterContinental London - 02

Breaking Travel News investigates: InterContinental London - 02

1 July 2016 Focus

Situated on the Greenwich Peninsula, next to one of the most successful entertainment venues in Europe, one might expect the InterContinental London - The O2 to be dedicated to solely to pleasure. But, visiting in June this year, just a few months after the grand opening, it quickly becomes apparent the hotel has been designed with business travellers in mind. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole takes a tour.

Staybridge Suites expands in Mexico

Staybridge Suites expands in Mexico

25 June 2016 Hotel News

InterContinental Hotels Group is opening the new-build Staybridge Suites San Luis Potosi hotel in Mexico.  As the first Staybridge Suites in the city, the 97-suite property joins IHG’s other hotels nearby including Holiday Inn Express San Luis Potosi hotel and Holiday Inn San Luis Potosi-Quijote hotel.

Holiday Inn London – Kensington to open in December

Holiday Inn London – Kensington to open in December

21 June 2016 Hotel News

InterContinental Hotels Group has signed for the new Holiday Inn London – Kensington, which will be one of the largest properties from the brand in Europe. This 694-room franchised hotel will be rebranding from the independent Kensington Close Hotel, one of the largest hotels in London, and is due to open as a Holiday Inn in December 2016.