Nights 1, 2, 3 & 4: The Peninsula Beijing
Beijing, China
Superbly located in the historic heart of Beijing within walking distance of the Forbidden City, The Peninsula Beijing is the premier hotel in the capital city. Its ambiance is one of sophisticated elegance and thoroughly modern comfort. Large guest rooms with marble baths feature international direct-dial telephone, fully stocked mini bar, color TV offering CNN, BBC and CNBC, two movie channels and satellite programming, and electronic safe. A lovely indoor swimming pool and the well-equipped Life Fitness cardiovascular and strength-building gymnasium are available to guests. Dining at The Peninsula Beijing is guided by the principle that “to live well is to eat well,” and you will. Enjoy the “modern meets Asian” environment of the Jing Restaurant or choose to dine at Huang Ting, which features the finest Cantonese cuisine in the city in an ambiance enhanced by an outstanding collection of antiques. The Peninsula Beijing was voted one of the 500 best hotels in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure. |
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Nights 5 & 6:
Golden Flower Hotel by Shangri-La, Xian
Xi'an, China
Opened in mid-2007, the new Golden Flower Hotel by Shangri-La, Xian, is located in the city’s new and bustling business district. At 40 square meters, guest rooms are very spacious and feature a full array of Shangri-La amenities including satellite TV and broadband Internet service. Avail yourself of the Health Club and indoor swimming pool after a busy day. The hotel features a selection of specialty and Chinese restaurants as well as several bars. |
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Night 7: Sheraton Guilin Hotel
Guilin, China
Located right in the heart of Guilin on the banks of the Li River near Elephant Trunk Hill, the Sheraton Guilin is an excellent choice when visiting this enchanting city. Welcoming guest rooms feature remote-control TV with satellite and cable channels, mini bar, refrigerator, hair dryer, make-up mirror, direct-dial telephone, coffee and tea maker and in-room safe. During leisure time, swim a few laps in the outdoor swimming pool or head to the fully equipped gymnasium. Dine on Sichuan or Cantonese dishes in the Cathay Chinese Restaurant or visit the Atrium Coffee Shop when the munchies strike. Slake your thirst at the Camel Bar, with its garden ambiance.
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Nights 8, 9 & 10: Aboard Yangzi Explorer
Cruising the Yangtze River
Carrying just 124 guests with a crew of 130 attending to their needs, the Yangzi Explorer offers an intimate and personal 5-star cruise experience. Comfortable cabins provide a mini bar, bathrobes and slippers, telephone, private safety box, TV, hair dryer and balcony. A wide range of on-board entertainment and informative lectures enriches the experience of sailing on the Yangtze. During leisure time, see what the on-board shops have to offer, head to the library, keep up with your workout routine in the gym or find a comfortable lounge chair on deck. International buffets are offered for breakfast and lunch while dinner tempts with a variety of international and Chinese specialties – if you’re still hungry, there’s even a complimentary midnight snack. |
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Nights 11, 12 & 13: The Peninsula Shanghai
Shanghai, China
Opening in 2009, The Peninsula Shanghai enjoys a wonderful location fronting on the historic Bund, a UNESCO-designated Modern Heritage Site. This lovely new hotel offers spacious guest rooms, with décor inspired by the Art Deco period when Shanghai was known as “the Paris of the East,” featuring large marble bathrooms, a comfortable sitting area, high-speed wired and wireless Internet access, LCD TV with multi-media connectivity, in-room electric safe, mini bar and individual thermostat and humidity controls. An 80-foot indoor swimming pool, the state-of-the-art Fitness Center and The Peninsula Spa by ESPA are all available to guests. From the famous Peninsula Afternoon Tea served in The Lobby to superb Cantonese cuisine and the spectacular Rooftop Restaurant, Bar & Terrace, dining is a treat at The Peninsula Shanghai.
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Nights 14 & 15: Kowloon Shangri-La
Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
Deluxe Harbor View Rooms! Located on the waterfront overlooking bustling Victoria Harbour, the landmark Kowloon Shangri-La offers panoramic views of the Harbour and the fascinating city itself. Guest rooms, all of which feature floor-to-ceiling bay windows, are known as being exceptionally large when compared to those of other luxury hotels in Hong Kong. Each one provides broadband Internet access, coffee and tea making facilities, electronic safe, in-room movie channels, international direct-dial telephone, satellite and cable TV and a mini bar. A new Health Club, with an indoor swimming pool, includes a state-of-the-art gym, solarium, sauna and steam bath. Dining choices include the Shang Palace offering Cantonese cuisine, Nadaman, with a Japanese menu, Café Kool serving international cuisine and Angelini featuring Italian food. Vegetarians are well cared for at all the hotel’s restaurants. Enjoy your favorite libation at the Tapas Bar or the elegant Lobby Lounge. The Kowloon Shangri-La was voted one of the best 500 hotels in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure.
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