HANDPICKED HOLIDAYS BY IHG® LAUNCHES HOME OF ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES IN TIME FOR FESTIVE SEASON

CLUB INTERCONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

HANDPICKED HOLIDAYS BY IHG® LAUNCHES HOME OF ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES IN TIME FOR FESTIVE SEASON - IHG® Hotels & Resorts – one of the largest hotel companies in the world – has unveiled the launch of Handpicked Holidays by IHG®: a new platform home to all-inclusive packages created exclusively for IHG Rewards Club loyalty members.

Launching with 14 packages across Australia and New Zealand's most loved destinations, each offer has been designed to balance exceptional value and thoughtful perks, representing significant savings and made exclusive to the Handpicked Holidays platform. The all-inclusive design means guests can book their holidays as a complete experience including two-to-three nights' accommodation, daily restaurant and bar experiences, and perks ranging from room upgrades and luxury catamaran transfers at InterContinental Hayman Island Resort to rounds of golf and a half-day wine tour at Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley.

IHG's commitment to flexibility and cleanliness underpins each package, with guests able to change their travel dates up to 24 hours prior to arrival*. Guests can also purchase as a voucher to gift ahead of the holiday season, or choose to travel when they're ready. The IHG Way of Clean program is rolled out across each hotel and resort, offering confidence and assurance for a safe stay with new, science-led protocols and service measures in partnership with industry-leading experts Cleveland Clinic, Ecolab, and Diversey.

The launch of Handpicked Holidays by IHG is the latest offering for IHG Rewards Club members, accentuating the recognition and exclusive benefits as a loyal member. In November IHG tied the knot with Mr & Mrs. Smith, adding over 400 handpicked luxury and lifestyle Mr & Mrs. Smith hotels available to book.

*Subject to availability. All Handpicked Holidays by IHG packages are valid for stay dates until 30 June 2021 and available until sold out. Full terms and conditions can be found here.

IHG's edit of top Handpicked Holidays and Christmas Gift Guide ideas:

Beach and resort holidays

InterContinental Hayman Island Resort | $2,669 (valued at $4,200)

The offer: Guests can escape to Australia's most iconic private island resort with three-nights' accommodation, complimentary room upgrade, daily breakfast in Pacific, luxury launch transfers to and from Hamilton Island, $100 resort dining credit per day, and an Island Escapade experience for two people to Blue Pearl Bay, Bali Hai or Hook Island.

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort | $770 (valued at $1,335)

The offer: It's the escape complete with a world-class marina village and one-acre beach lagoon pool. This package offers three-nights accommodation with a complimentary upgrade to a Lagoon View Room, daily breakfast at Cove Café, $100 resort dining credit per stay, three-course meal for two at The Fireplace, in-room welcome cocktail for two, and late checkout.

Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach | $659 (valued at $1,381)

The offer: A chic coastal getaway near the heart of Sydney offers the ultimate staycation with beachfront views, an outdoor pool, and all-new interiors thanks to an impressive multi-million-dollar refurbishment. This package includes three nights' accommodation with a complimentary upgrade, $100 dining credit, two Crowne Plaza beach towels, daily parking, welcome drinks in Shutters restaurant, and late checkout.

Romantic getaways

Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley | $920 (valued at $1,489)

The offer: A resort-style escape in one of Australia's most iconic wine regions offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Guests will indulge with three-nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, a half-day Hunter Valley wine tour, 9-holes of golf with a buggy, $100 dining credit, daily parking, complimentary bottle of wine, and late checkout.

Holiday Inn Rotorua | $550 (valued at $1,100)

The offer: Set among natural wonders from geothermal hot springs to the foothills of Redwoods forest and a garden spa, Rotorua is a stunning escape full of culture and romance. This package offers two-nights accommodation in a deluxe room, daily breakfast, $200 dining credit, an eco-tourism Redwoods Treewalk experience, and free parking.

Best of the city-scapes

Crowne Plaza Adelaide | $549 (valued at $1,098)

The offer: Adelaide's newest crown jewel is home to a show-stopping rooftop pool and world-class dining for a memorable city break. Guests will indulge with three-nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, $100 restaurant and bar credit, two welcome drinks, daily parking, and late checkout.

InterContinental Sydney | $1,145 (valued at $1,700)

The offer: Sydney's grand dame has reopened and offers an unrivaled city experience with its Circular Quay location and level 32 rooftop lounge and deck featuring uninterrupted views across Sydney Harbour. This handpicked holiday includes three-nights' accommodation with a complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast, $100 restaurant and bar credit, daily parking, and late checkout.

InterContinental Wellington | $700 (valued at $1,452)

The offer: A luxury stay in the heart of Wellington; guests will experience grand architecture and heritage, mixed with a specialty in culinary culture. This package offers three-nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, $100 restaurant and bar credit, daily parking, and late checkout.

More Christmas gift ideas from IHG

Luxury travel with all the perks

InterContinental Ambassador is the VIP treatment offering increased levels of recognition, superb tailored experiences, and higher levels of personalization and privacy to enhance every stay. Guests can purchase an InterContinental Ambassador membership for USD$200.00 and memberships purchased before 31 December 2020, with a stay once at an InterContinental, Kimpton, or Regent hotel by 31 January 2021, will receive an additional free night stay in addition to the full suite of Ambassador benefits.

The exclusive benefits include guaranteed room upgrades, extended 4:00pm check-out, complimentary weekend night certificate, Premium Elite Status in IHG Rewards Club, restaurant and bar vouchers per stay, and more.

Gift now, stay later

Give the gift that can't be unwrapped with the suite of new vouchers available across selected IHG Hotels & Resorts. Starting from $50.00, gift vouchers can be purchased directly from the IHG Voucher Cart and include experiences – such as a rooftop pool and bar credit at InterContinental Sydney Double Bay – as well as monetary value options to be used as open credit for accommodation or dining.