Midsummer is approaching, and you, who have been busy for half a year, are eager to slow down and think quietly, and adjust to a better state to meet the goals for the second half of the year? Then you might as well take a period of time to escape from the familiar city temporarily, and use travel to start your holiday reverie. We have selected four trendy destinations to help you become a summer travel expert in no time.
Taipei——Exploring the Ark of Urban Tranquility
Taipei is no stranger to most people. Impressive film and television works in the early years, humorous variety shows, and a wide variety of night market snacks all make this city look familiar and warm. Choosing Taiwan as a travel destination will not only avoid language problems, but also avoid long-distance flights. The journey will be more efficient and comfortable.
Kimpton® Hotels and Restaurants, a luxury boutique hotel brand under InterContinental Hotels Group, officially landed in Asia recently, and the first stop was Taipei, where fashion and simplicity coexist. The long-awaited hotel in the Asian fashion design circle is located in the bustling East District of Taipei. The elegance and tranquility of the hotel complement the vitality of the city. Continuing the brand's world-renowned restaurant name, The Tavernist restaurant located on the 12th floor of Kimpton Da An Hotel is managed by famous chef James Sharman. His team will provide guests with the ultimate feast for the senses and create a new gourmet mecca in Taipei. .
Taking the quiet ark in the city as the concept, the designer's unique oriental freehand perspective runs through the entire hotel space.
From the living room of the store, you can experience the image of Taipei presented by the designer through natural light and shadow, candlelight, and multi-level ceilings. The hotel rooms are full of lush greenery, interlaced with various metals, brass, Made of marble and leather, with a large number of white bricks and tiles, it is intended to be the epitome of Taipei's urban architecture. The Tavernist restaurant space on the 12th floor uses bright and rich colors with vertical railings and wooden table legs to ground the arched door wall, interpreting the colorful street culture of Taipei.
Beppu - Infected with traditional hot spring culture
When it comes to Japan, we have to mention its long hot spring culture. Hot springs generally contain a variety of active trace elements, which are helpful for improving physical fitness, enhancing resistance and preventing diseases. For the "healthy youth" who soak goji berries in their thermos cups and want to incorporate the concept of health into their short trips, they might as well choose Beppu, located in the southwestern part of Japan, as their destination. Beppu has the rare rich hot spring resources in the world and ranks second in the world. It is the most popular hot spring resort in Japan and receives more than 4 million tourists every year.
Today, there is a new luxury option to experience hot spring culture in Beppu. ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa (ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa) will open on August 1, 2019, combining modern resort experience with traditional Japanese hot spring culture, bringing unique immersion to Japanese and international guests feeling of relaxation.
The hotel has a total of 89 spaciously designed rooms, each of which is made of natural materials and decorated with exquisite bamboo handicrafts made by local artists and craftsmen, creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere for guests. In addition, in the hotel's indoor public baths and elegant private open-air baths, guests can indulge in various famous soups with beauty functions such as Myoban-no-Yu and the prestigious Biyu-no-Yu. The hotel has exquisite facilities and considerate service. In addition to the luxurious spa center, which provides guests with rehabilitation treatments and local specialties, there is also a constant temperature infinity pool where you can enjoy the beauty of the four seasons.
Glasgow - experience the depth of Scottish culture
Glasgow is a city full of historical charm and vitality. Since being selected as the best tourist city of the year again in 2019, Glasgow has ushered in the grand settlement of the world's leading luxury boutique hotel, Kimpton Hotel and Restaurant.
Situated in the heart of Glasgow with its rich history. The overall design of the hotel is chic and elegant, retaining many original architectural features such as marble fireplaces, heavy wood paneling and high ceilings. In keeping with the Kimpton brand, Kimpton Blythewood Square Hotel is a fitting interpretation of a new and unique luxury experience that exudes Glasgow's charm and personality. The hotel is surrounded by Georgian townhouse buildings, welcoming guests and guests in elegant style. Entering the interior of the hotel, what you see is a series of works of art full of modern atmosphere, which integrates fun and avant-garde style, injecting a touch of charm into the solemn temperament of the hotel. The hotel has a total of 113 guest rooms and suites, offering marble bathrooms, luxurious amenities, natural light and exquisite design, giving people a warm and welcoming experience, making it an ideal choice for Glasgow holidays.
Lyon——Deep into the history and experience the humanities
The best way to understand history is to go deep into history. For those who want to feel the traces of history, Lyon will be the best choice. After four years of meticulous renovation, () located in the former site of Lyon's iconic Grand Hôtel-Dieu Hospital (Grand Hôtel-Dieu) has officially opened recently. The Grand Prix Hospital was once listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO. This reconstruction and restoration is the largest private reconstruction project of a historic site in France so far.
The InterContinental Lyon is part of the Grand Prix Hospital complex, designed by the famous interior designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. Inspired by the historical heritage of Lyon and the building itself, the designer introduced a modern, low-key and luxurious design concept while retaining the original beauty and style.
One of the hotel's biggest highlights is the bar Le Dôme, located in the central dome. The entire dome space has a height of 32 meters. It used to be a small church, but now it has been transformed into an excellent leisure place for hotel guests and local residents. The dome was originally designed by Jacques Germain Soufflot, the architect of the Pantheon in Paris, but Soufflot died during the project, never to see the dome completed. In honor of Sufro's timeless design, the dome was named "Soufro Dome".
