At a breakfast organized in the Peninsula Hotel Paris with the group’s management, we were able to discover all the new features of this international, family-run hotel group.
Here’s what’s new in the group:
-Organized at Peninsula hotels, “L’Art en rose” features works by international artists, as well as inventive dinners and events in the color pink, to raise funds for breast cancer charities.
Once again this year, Peninsula establishments are dressing in pink throughout the month of October to support the fight against breast cancer. For its fifth anniversary, the “Peninsula en rose” initiative takes on an artistic touch in 2015, becoming “L’Art en rose”. In keeping with the Peninsula Group’s worldwide commitment to the arts, each of the Group’s establishments will be exhibiting predominantly pink works, specially commissioned for this operation from renowned international artists, including the world-famous photographer Chen Man in Shanghai, Chinese contemporary painter and installation artist Qin Feng in Beijing, Thailand’s most famous draughtsman Chiratorn Chirapravati in Bangkok, world-famous Peruvian artist Grimanesa Amorós in New York, French sculptor Nathalie Decoster in Paris, and renowned Korean artist Choi Jeong Hwa in Chicago.
-Peninsula hotels celebrate the spirit of giving with SnowPage luxury plush inspired by each destination, lavish prizes and sharing Christmas joy with the family
The Peninsula Hotels share the festive spirit of the end of the year with the elegant return of SnowPage, the adorable ambassador of the Christmas season, as well as the chance to enjoy the best of the Peninsula experience thanks to “Golden Tickets”, which reserve sumptuous prizes for the whole family. Having raised over $1.5 million since its launch in 2003, The Peninsula Hotels’ holiday fundraising campaign will benefit from a makeover of the group’s iconic SnowPage mascot and his outfits. Proceeds from sales will be donated in part to the Make-A-Wish® Foundation and various local children’s charities.
-New Peninsula Academy programs for unforgettable family moments
The Peninsula Academy, the emblematic program of Peninsula establishments, unveils a selection of new offers to provide original activities that will delight even the most seasoned travelers. For its inauguration, The Peninsula Paris Academy will offer a range of captivating experiences for young and old to discover the City of Light.
-When sound meets elegance: The Peninsula Hotels team up with Beats by Dr. Dre
Guests at Peninsula properties will enjoy an incredible listening experience. The luxury hotel chain is launching a unique partnership with Beats by Dr. Dre, whose leading audio products can be used free of charge by guests during their stay.
-The Peninsula Hotels joins forces with LUXE City Guides to publish exclusive PenCities guides to each Peninsula destination.
The Peninsula Hotels and travel guide publisher LUXE City Guides have strengthened their collaboration, which began three years ago, with the launch of the print version of the exclusive PenCities guides published by LUXE for each of the ten Peninsula destinations around the world.
-The Peninsula Mobile Experience puts luxury hotels just a click away and gives guests quick access to PenCities by Luxe guides to Peninsula destinations.
The Peninsula Hotels group launches “The Peninsula Mobile Experience”, an inspiring, content-rich mobile portal that allows guests to benefit from the group’s long-standing hotel tradition at the click of a button on their smartphone.
-The Peninsula Hotels group launches “Peninsula Wellness”, a global program combining spa, gastronomy and art of living, and inaugurates the Peninsula Wellness Centre in Bangkok
The Peninsula Hotels group is launching “Peninsula Wellness” worldwide, a revitalized program combining spa, wellness, healthy cuisine and the art of living.
-Peninsula hotels in the U.S. offer a medical concierge program for international travelers
Traveling to a foreign country for medical treatment can be a trying experience. That’s why Peninsula hotels in New York and Chicago have instituted a program to support their foreign guests at every stage of their stay, with a dedicated concierge and a comprehensive program of personalized services that include menus adapted to special diets, a hospital meal delivery service and complimentary transportation to medical appointments.
-A Peninsula hotel project at Hyde Park Corner
A 190-room hotel project, dubbed The Peninsula London, has been submitted to Westminster City Council with a view to opening a new establishment at one of the British capital’s most sought-after addresses.
-Public announcement of plans to open a hotel in Istanbul, Turkey
The Board of Directors of The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited is pleased to announce the signing of a shareholders’ agreement on July 7, 2015, with PIHA, SLI, Doğuş Holding and BLG, concerning the creation of a joint venture relating to a proposed establishment in Istanbul. Subject to approval of the transaction by the competition authorities, PIHA and SLI will each hold a 50% stake in the joint venture. The project involves the development, in the Salıpazarı port area, of a luxury hotel through the JVCo.tanbul joint venture. – To be confirmed with Corporate Affairs
-Project to open a hotel in Rangoon, Burma
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Singapore’s Yoma Strategic Holdings Ltd (Yoma) for a project to open a hotel in Rangoon, Burma, in the buildings of the former headquarters of the Burma Railway Company, located on Bogyoke Aung San Road in Rangoon.
-THE PENINSULA HONG KONG
As the world’s most famous spy returns to the silver screen in Spectre, The Peninsula Hong Kong pays tribute to James Bond with a unique photographic exhibition featuring images by legendary British photographer Terry O’Neill and a series of top-secret events and promotions, all for your viewing pleasure.
James Bond and The Peninsula Hong Kong have a long-standing affinity, linked by their intertwined histories of charm, refinement and timeless style. So it’s hardly surprising that Asia’s Grande Dame is celebrating the release of the latest film in the adventures of the world’s most famous secret agent with a series of themed events. Kicking things off will be a unique photographic exhibition by legendary photographer Terry O’Neill, entitled “All About Bond at The Peninsula”, ahead of the Hong Kong premiere of Spectre in November 2015.
The Peninsula Hong Kong celebrates the spirit of Christmas generosity with a limited edition SnowPage plush toy, surprise gifts and special events to share the joy of Christmas with the family.
The Peninsula Hong Kong shares the festive spirit of the end-of-year with guests and local residents through unforgettable events that celebrate the spirit of generosity and raise funds for Make-A-Wish® Hong Kong. Now in its twelfth year at all Peninsula hotels, the annual Trees of Hope fundraising campaign has raised over $1.5 million since its launch in Hong Kong in 2003.
-THE PENINSULA SHANGHAI
The Peninsula Shanghai named “Best Hotel in Asia” at Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2015
The Peninsula Shanghai has been named “Best Hotel in Asia” by the readers of Travel + Leisure, an influential American travel and lifestyle magazine. The Peninsula Shanghai topped the readers’ survey in the “Best Hotel in Asia” category, with an impressive score of 96 out of 100. Although it only opened its doors in October 2009, the Bund hotel confirmed its excellent reputation among discerning travelers in China, Asia and around the world, ranking eighth on the list of the world’s top 100 hotels.
The Peninsula Shanghai, the world’s first hotel to offer the low-emission BMW i8 hybrid sports car in its luxury fleet
The Peninsula Shanghai confirms its commitment to clean energy and environmental preservation by including the BMW i8 hybrid sports car in its fleet of luxury vehicles. The BMW i8, which joins a hotel’s fleet of vehicles for the first time anywhere in the world, was unveiled at a special ceremony on Wednesday June 10 on the forecourt of The Peninsula Shanghai. The launch of the i8 is the latest in a series of initiatives undertaken by The Peninsula Shanghai and premium German carmaker BMW as part of an eco-friendly partnership, which also includes the provision of three free electric vehicle charging stations in The Peninsula Shanghai’s parking lot.
The Peninsula Shanghai presents “From the lake to your plate”, a selection of gourmet caviar experiences in partnership with Chinese company Kaluga Queen Caviar.
The Peninsula Shanghai and Kaluga Queen Caviar join forces to offer guests an exclusive gastronomic experience, with a prestigious tasting of the very first Beluga caviar produced in China.
The Peninsula Shanghai launches two new experiences as part of the Peninsula Academy: a “Shanghai by sidecar” city tour and a masterclass on “The Art of Glassblowing and Floral Composition”.
The Peninsula Shanghai introduces two new experiences as part of the Peninsula Academy: a “Shanghai by sidecar” city tour and a masterclass in the art of glassblowing and flower arranging. The introduction of these exciting new features to the Peninsula Academy program allows guests to discover China’s most dynamic city in a whole new light.
-THE PENINSULA BEIJING
The launch of the Peninsula Beijing’s spectacular transformation program marks the rebirth of an iconic Beijing building
An establishment offering legendary hospitality to guests from China and around the world for 25 years, The Peninsula Beijing has embarked on an extraordinary transformation program that will take place in two phases between autumn 2015 and autumn 2016. Located in the Wangfujing district, in the heart of the Chinese capital, the completely redesigned hotel will set remarkable new standards in terms of design, luxury and comfort, while providing easy access to Beijing’s luxury boutiques, finest gourmet restaurants and cultural attractions.
The Peninsula Beijing presents its new Deluxe rooms with elegant decor, timeless comfort and innovative in-room technology.
As part of the hotel’s major transformation program, The Peninsula Beijing has unveiled its new, elegantly decorated Deluxe Rooms. With a comfortable floor area of at least 60 square meters, these rooms will be the most spacious in the Chinese capital, setting new standards in design and comfort. When they open to the public at the end of 2016, they will also offer the most personalized in-room technology in China.
-THE PENINSULA TOKYO
Forbes Travel Guide 2015 awards five stars to Peninsula Spa
On February 11, 2015, Forbes Travel Guide awarded The Peninsula Spa at The Peninsula Tokyo five stars in its annual ranking of the world’s best hotels, restaurants and spas.
The Peninsula Tokyo presents “Pokémon Adventure: The Power of Ten”.
Pikachu, Lucario and their friends are invited to a luxury Pokémon experience specially created for The Peninsula Tokyo by The Pokémon Company. Guests of all ages from five upwards will be equipped with a Pikachu hat. Armed with a Poké Ball, they’ll set off in search of Pokémon characters throughout the establishment!
The Peninsula Tokyo offers guests unique experiences with the Peninsula Academy
The Peninsula Tokyo offers eight unique experiences, including a shopping trip, a visit to a contemporary art exhibition, the discovery of a sake brewery and a glass-blowing class. Two new Peninsula Academy programs for 2015 include a tempura and sushi masterclass, and a playful plastic and wax food-making workshop.
-THE PENINSULA NEW YORK
The Peninsula New York announces a new signature offer: the Fifth Avenue Suite
This winter, The Peninsula New York will expand its collection of magnificent suites with a new signature offering, the Fifth Avenue Suite, scheduled to launch in March 2016. Spanning more than 230 square meters, the new suite will be the second-largest in this Forbes five-star, AAA five-diamond-rated establishment. It will feature a cosmopolitan, modern aesthetic reminiscent of a large New York apartment.
-THE PENINSULA CHICAGO
The Peninsula Chicago offers a room makeover, visionary new technology and innovative services
In a city renowned for its long heritage of innovation in architecture and design, The Peninsula Chicago continues the tradition with a complete redesign of its guestrooms, setting new standards for luxury hotels in Chicago. On this occasion, The Peninsula Chicago inaugurates the group’s revolutionary in-room technology in the United States and introduces new services such as 24-hour check-in and the “Keys to the City” program, offering guests unique access to Chicago’s iconic addresses.
The Peninsula Chicago presents “Keys to the City” program
The Peninsula Chicago presents its latest initiative, the “Keys to the City” program, giving guests complimentary access to incredible experiences available only in Chicago. Today, a room key at The Peninsula Chicago not only opens the door to a new dream room, but also offers privileged access to never-before-seen experiences, available only to guests of The Peninsula Chicago.
With “The Peninsula Sky Rink”, The Peninsula Chicago is the only hotel in the city to have its own skating rink.
The Peninsula Chicago is home to “The Peninsula Sky Rink”, a 200-square-meter hybrid ice rink inaugurated in December 2012. The hotel is the only one in the city to offer a skating rink. Open to hotel, restaurant and spa guests every day until the first week of March 2016, the rink will offer a variety of events and activities for guests of all ages. All admission fees to the rink will be donated to children’s charities in Chicago.
The Peninsula Chicago presents a new Peninsula Academy program
Guests staying at the Peninsula Chicago can now choose from 11 different experiences, including becoming a princess for a day, enjoying VIP access to a Broadway show and a delicious dinner, or taking a private cruise to discover the city’s architecture aboard a 14-meter yacht. The new Peninsula Academy program offers a unique experience for those dreaming of becoming the next comedy star!
-THE PENINSULA BEVERLY HILLS
The Peninsula Beverly Hills announces the complete redevelopment of The Belvedere restaurant
The Peninsula Beverly Hills today announced the complete redevelopment of its gourmet restaurant, The Belvedere. Closed since September 8, 2015, the iconic establishment’s multi-award-winning restaurant will reopen in December 2015, unveiling sumptuous interiors, an expanded outdoor terrace and a completely redesigned menu.
“Peninsula Time at the Peninsula Beverly Hills
A haven of peace in the heart of one of the world’s most seductive cities, The Peninsula Beverly Hills is renowned for its innovations in luxury service, including an airport concierge service, a complimentary luggage storage service to store guests’ luggage between stays at the property, and “Peninsula Time”, a unique service guaranteeing guests total flexibility for check-in and check-out.
-THE PENINSULA PARIS
From fashion to soccer: presentation of the Peninsula Academy at Peninsula Paris
The Peninsula Paris offers a wide range of exclusive, authentic and exciting activities, combining courses, tours and tailor-made activities to guarantee unique and privileged access to Parisian history, culture and art de vivre.
Les Suites Jardin du Peninsula Paris
The five sumptuous Garden Suites at the Peninsula Paris allow guests to live on the French capital’s time, enjoying refined style and unique views of Europe’s most romantic city. Located on the sixth and top floor of a carefully restored historic Haussmann-style building, the Garden Suites offer remarkable panoramic views of Paris from their private terraces. The landscaped rooftop gardens are accessed by a private staircase; emblematic of the original grand hotel , they have been carefully recreated to ensure that guests of the Suites Jardin enjoy their stay at the Peninsula Paris to the full.
For the whole month of October, “L’Art en rose” transforms The Peninsula Paris with pink-themed artworks, dinners and events in support of the global fight against breast cancer.
Once again this year, The Peninsula Paris is dressing in pink throughout the month of October to support the fight against breast cancer. For its fifth anniversary, the annual “Peninsula en rose” campaign in support of the fight against breast cancer takes on an artistic touch in 2015, becoming “L’Art en rose”. Throughout the month, each Peninsula property around the world will present works of art, dinners and spa experiences featuring the color pink.
The Peninsula Paris celebrates the spirit of Christmas generosity with a limited edition SnowPage plush by Papinee, surprise gifts and special events to share the joy of Christmas with the family.
This year, the “Trees of Hope” fundraising campaign is getting a makeover: SnowPage, the adorable ambassador of the Christmas season at Peninsula hotels, is getting a new look for his return in 2015. Luxury toy brand Papinee has designed and manufactured 10 limited editions of the SnowPage plush toy, each representing a Peninsula destination around the world. Papinee’s SnowPage mascot for Peninsula Paris is inspired by the golden age of the 1920s, when the City of Light was home to masterpieces of theater, literature and art. Sporting the legendary Peninsula pageboy cap, the Peninsula Paris plushie wears a richly embroidered jacket inspired by the hotel’s iconic architecture, the “Dancing Leaves” art installation in The Lobby, and the contemporary Terrasse Kléber at the hotel’s entrance. The Eiffel Tower, emblem of the city, is embroidered on the back of SnowPage.
The Peninsula Paris: the traditional Yule log
Generally composed of a chocolate sponge rolled into the shape of a log, the Yule log is the traditional dessert served at the end of the Christmas meal. With his dessert “L’Envol des Sens”, Chef Julien Alvarez reinterprets this great classic, modernizing both its appearance and its flavors. His inspiration comes from “L’Envol”, the signature dessert of the L’Oiseau Blanc restaurant.
-THE PENINSULA BANGKOK
The Peninsula Wellness Centre presents the ultimate spa experience
The Peninsula Spa at the Peninsula Bangkok offers a new kind of spa experience. In addition to wonderful massages and treatments that combine the benefits of nature and modernity in a timelessly elegant setting, the Peninsula Wellness Centre now includes consultations with wellness and dietary specialists. These programs are offered over a long weekend or over a longer period to extend the benefits of your stay.
-THE PENINSULA MANILA
The Peninsula Hotels announces completion date of The Peninsula – GK “Hope for the Philippines” village for families displaced by super typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines
The 75 houses of The Peninsula – Gawad Kalinga (GK) village built as part of the “Hope for the Philippines” campaign, in Maribi in the city of Tanauan (province of Leyte, Philippines), will be completed in December 2015. The village’s construction is financed by the USD 900,000 raised by The Peninsula Hotels’ “Hope for the Philippines” campaign.
Super moms take a break: discover The Peninsula Manila’s MomMeCation pack!
Discover The Peninsula Manila’s MomMeCation package, a perfect combination of relaxation and pampering that’s sure to rejuvenate moms. Alone or in the company of a friend, moms can enjoy this refined relaxation experience, always starting with a stay in a Deluxe room, a Grand Deluxe room or a Premier suite.
With its “Club Exclusivities” offer, The Peninsula Manila enables business travelers to be more productive during their stay thanks to the recently renovated lounge.
With its “Club Exclusivities” offer, the Peninsula Manila hotel enables business travelers to be more productive during their stay thanks to the recently renovated private lounge.
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