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ISLAND STYLE IHG is expanding its presence in the Pacific region with a number of luxury resorts on the horizon and a commitment to driving positive change in the industry.
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HG Hotels & Resorts’ focus on growth in the Pacific is bearing fruit. The global hotel powerhouse is now the leading operator of hotels across the Pacific Islands with world-class properties in Fiji, Vanuatu, French Polynesia and Micronesia, as well as the soonto-open InterContinental Lifou Wadra Bay Resort in New Caledonia. But it’s not stopping there. IHG is significantly expanding its footprint in the region with upcoming openings across its diversity of brands, proving that it’s a serious player in the resort space. Let’s take a look at what’s in store.
FIJI
Already one of the leading operators in Fiji, IHG’s foothold will expand from four to five hotels with the opening of the stunning Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa. The addition of Crowne Plaza will complement IHG’s existing hotels on the island which include InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Holiday Inn Suva, the exceptional Six Senses Fiji and the iconic Grand Pacific Hotel, which will rebrand to InterContinental following an upcoming refurbishment. “We’re thrilled to be delivering a true lifestyle hotel offering to Fiji and rounding 18
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our geographical presence on the island. Fiji is undoubtedly one of world’s most coveted destinations and IHG is proud to be contributing to the impressive success of its tourism industry,” said Matt Tripolone, IHG’s Managing Director – Australasia & Pacific. Brent Hill, CEO of Tourism Fiji, is equally optimistic about the opportunity, saying: “Tourism in Fiji continues to grow strongly, making a significant contribution to Fiji’s economy. The team at IHG with their suite of current hotels and those under construction are a significant part of our success and are a wonderful partner. Their commitment to sustainability, diversity and our brand is admirable, and they lead the way in so many ways. We look forward to a continued successful collaboration.”
MICRONESIA
IHG made a spectacular entrance into
Micronesia over the past few years with the launch of two stunning Crowne Plaza properties in Guam and Saipan. Its commitment to growth shines as it welcomes Hotel Indigo to Palau in late 2024, bringing the story of one of the world’s most renowned diving destinations to life.
Nestled on Malakal Island, the hotel boasts around 200 guest rooms, exquisite dining, and exceptional amenities, promising an unforgettable experience.
NEW CALEDONIA
It’s going to be a bumper end to 2023 for IHG with the opening of the much-anticipated InterContinental Lifou Wadra Bay Resort – IHG’s first foray into New Caledonia. The new-build resort will be a 50-room luxury hotel located on the scenic Lifou, the largest island of the Loyalty Islands. Designed by both local architect, Atelier 13, and renowned interior designer, Chada, the resort will feature luxurious rooms, lagoon-front suites, all-day dining, a fine dining restaurant and bar, along with a gym, spa and an outdoor pool. Looking ahead, two existing resorts will be converted and completely refurbished and rebranded as Holiday Inn Resort Ouvea and Holiday Inn Resort Lifou, with the former located on the scenic Mouli Beach and the latter situated in the centre of Lifou’s major township of Wé, offering guests access to the Bay of Chateaubriand. Growth in the Pacific region and beyond continues to be a focus for IHG. Over the
