Luxurious international destinations for incentive travel
From a concrete jungle to a tropical oasis, new and renovated properties open in international locations. Each offers innovative dining, luxurious accommodations, access to one-of-a-kind destination experiences and many more of the factors that add up to make for the incentive of a lifetime.
Gather in Garden City
Hilton opens its second Conrad Hotels & Resorts property in Singapore, Conrad Singapore Orchard. The property’s design celebrates Singapore’s garden city environment, with art and nature infused across all 12 floors: in each meeting space, guest room, restaurant and bar. Architect John Portman led the design, centered around a sky-lit atrium. Contemporary pieces created by local and regional artists decorate each space.
445 guest rooms infuse a botanical design into a refined residential space, with floor-to-ceiling windows, neutral hues and illustrations of native flora prints created by Singaporean artists. Guests will find serene relaxation at the outdoor pool, the fitness center equipped for mindful exercise and an Executive Lounge with balconies. 14 event venues together make for 17,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
The brand is committed to providing a redefined luxury that centers impactful experiences. At this property, guests can take part in the Edible Garden Walk, where they will follow local arborists and botanists to uncover edible botanicals along the walk from the hotel to the Singapore Botanical Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Between this and a number of other experiences, 10 restaurants and bars and fitness and wellness classes, meeting attendees are certain to take part in an international incentive like never before.
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Island Oasis
IHG Hotels & Resorts and Dart Properties unveil Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman on Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands. Perfect for an island incentive, the property design draws inspiration from the surrounding neighborhood. New Orleans-based architecture and interior design firm Farouki Farouki spearheaded the project and infused the island’s lush topography through both warm and cool color palettes. Handmade pottery and curated artwork created by local Caymanian and Caribbean artists make for an expansive art collection decorating the property.
282 guest rooms and suites center a relaxing island spirit. The over 7,500 sq. ft. of meeting and event space includes the island’s first rooftop lounge—which is also the perfect place to enjoy innovative cocktails and Latin-inspired fare. Guests can take part in exciting exclusive experiences, such as a reservation-only, rotating concept exhibition kitchen.
If your group wants to explore the island, complimentary bikes make it easy to do so. The property provides guests with easy access to some of the Cayman Islands’ most popular sites, from Stingray City to Camana Bay’s high-fashion boutiques. The 24-hour onsite fitness center, poolside cabana service and beach chair and umbrella services are just a few of the amenities available for guests to enjoy an immersive island experience at this new luxury property.
The Skyline and the Sea
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts opens Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay in Doha, Qatar. Its façade and main entrance celebrate the brand’s original property in New York. The brand’s history of grand clocks continues through this location, with a grand Tiffany & Co. clock in the lobby. The bezel, inspired by the tips of a falcon’s feathers, celebrates Qatar’s national animal. Tiffany blue mohair upholstery is spread throughout the property, from the lobby bench to each guest room.
283 rooms and suites, plus 50 luxury apartments, are available at the 44-story property. For an extra touch of luxury, each guest is assigned a personal concierge. 5,726 total sq. ft. of meeting space, all of which features abundant natural daylight, is available onsite, including two ballrooms with room for 500 guests. Two boardrooms and three multi-functional meeting rooms with access to an outdoor patio make for a versatile range of meeting space. Guests can reach all event spaces from a separate meeting entrance.
The onsite spa spans from the 39th to 43rd floor, where, beyond unique wellness experiences, from a sensory rain walk to hydrotherapy pools, guests can enjoy expansive views of Qatar’s skyline. The dedicated fitness floor offers both a mixed and women’s-only Technogym fitness center, meditation studios and juice bars. An eclectic mix of dining venues, offering cuisine from Levantine to New York-inspired classics, ensure there’s always something good to eat, making for an all-around luxury experience.
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