This story was originally published on Hotel Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Hotel Dive newsletter. IHG Hotels & Resorts has tapped global technology executive Wei Manfredi to guide the company’s artificial intelligence strategy, according to a Tuesday announcement. As senior vice president of AI and architecture, Manfredi is tasked with strengthening IHG’s technical and data architecture and fostering partnerships with leading technology organizations to ensure the ...

岁末年初，游客出行需求带动酒店热度持续攀升。美团旅行数据显示，2025年洲际酒店集团在美团旅行 间夜量和餐饮交易额增速超过去年。 美团旅行相关负责人表示，针对深圳等亲水游目的地，海景旅拍是游客在住宿之外的高频搜索项。美团 旅行与洲际酒店推出"深圳大梅沙京基洲际度假酒店住宿+双人晚餐+亲子旅拍"，成为年度百万销量爆 品之一。此外，"拉萨圣地天堂洲际大饭店住宿+藏装旅拍"等民族风旅拍也颇受游客喜爱。 低空运动与健康骑行体验等，也在拓宽"住宿+"的边界。"成都环球中心天堂洲际大饭店住宿+骑行定制 +酒店汤池+中餐厅"，"南京洲际酒店住宿+45楼户外平台参观礼遇"，"北京三里屯通盈中心洲际酒店住 宿+直升飞机俯瞰长城+长城专车接送"，都成为双方销量百万级爆款。 美团旅行：洲际酒店集团中餐增速迅猛 江浙菜热度涨近7成 东北菜热度涨8成 酒店即旅行目的地。它跳出住宿功能本身，发展为集"吃住行游购娱"甚至文化交流体验于一身的超级体 验场。 年轻人反复爱上中餐。美团旅行数据显示，洲际酒店集团细分餐饮品类中，中餐地方菜系增长迅猛。酒 店餐厅除川菜、粤菜增速明显外，其它地方菜系表现更为出众。本帮江浙菜销量同比上涨67%，东北菜 ...

Group 1 - Aoris Investment Management's "Aoris International Fund" Q3 2025 investor letter reported a 6.5% rise in global equity markets, represented by the MSCI AC World Accumulation Index ex Australia, in AUD for the September quarter [1] - The fund's Class A (Unhedged) returned -2.6% after fees, while Class C (Hedged) declined by 1.0%, both underperforming their respective benchmarks [1] - The letter highlighted InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (NYSE:IHG) as a significant stock, with a one-month return of 6.51% and a 52-week gain of 13.24% [2] Group 2 - InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (NYSE:IHG) operates 6,600 hotels under 20 brands, with Holiday Inn being the largest, contributing to approximately half of its revenue [3] - As of December 22, 2025, InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (NYSE:IHG) had a market capitalization of $21.46 billion, with shares closing at $143.42 [2] - The company was held by 14 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q3 2025, a decrease from 16 in the previous quarter, indicating a decline in popularity among hedge funds [4]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Holiday Inn, which opened in 1975, has maintained a unique partnership with InterContinental Hotels Group for 50 years without changing its brand, showcasing a rare commitment in the hotel industry that emphasizes trust and long-term collaboration [2][5][17] Group 1: Brand and Market Positioning - The Holiday Inn brand has successfully localized its operations in the Greater China region, adapting its services to meet local demands, such as family-friendly policies and adjusted breakfast times for senior guests [6][5] - As of Q3 2025, there are 152 Holiday Inn hotels operating in Greater China, with 104 more under construction, indicating a strong expansion strategy [7][8] - The brand's strategy includes deepening its presence in first-tier cities while also targeting second, third, and fourth-tier cities based on local economic vitality and tourism resources [8][7] Group 2: Emotional Connection and Brand Evolution - Holiday Inn aims to become a crucial emotional connector among people, with its new design philosophy focusing on creating memorable experiences [8][12] - The brand has transformed from merely providing accommodation to co-creating national travel memories, as evidenced by its marketing campaigns that gather and share guest stories [12][14] Group 3: Investment and Operational Strategy - The Holiday Inn 3.0 model features a flexible investment approach, allowing for targeted solutions across various market segments, including long-stay and vacation niches [14][16] - The average room construction cost for the new model starts at 190,000 RMB, making it an attractive investment option with high market adaptability [14][16] - Successful case studies, such as the Chongqing Guanyinqiao Holiday Inn, demonstrate the effectiveness of the brand's investment model and operational efficiency [16][14] Group 4: Future Growth and Development - The brand plans to accelerate its growth in the Greater China market, with an increasing number of signings and openings expected [17][7] - The long-term partnership and trust built over 50 years serve as a significant competitive advantage, ensuring the brand's resilience in various market conditions [16][17]

Core Insights - InterContinental Hotels Group's Holiday Inn brand celebrates its 50th anniversary in the Greater China region, launching a new generation of products and a commemorative book that reflects deep insights into current travel trends and consumer emotional needs [2][4]. Group 1 - The brand's journey in Greater China began with the opening of the Hong Kong Gold Coast Holiday Inn in 1975, with the current general manager, Carlos Souza, having started as a bellman, highlighting the emotional assets built through guest and employee interactions [4]. - A series of initiatives have been launched for the 50th anniversary, including inviting renowned actress Yip Tung as the brand ambassador and creating a "smile series" showcasing real guest stories, along with a national themed tour and interactive hotel experiences [6]. Group 2 - The brand's renewal focuses on "connection" to meet the diverse needs of business travelers, families, young friends, and the new silver-haired demographic, extending beyond traditional accommodation to provide emotional value and social experiences [8]. - The signature "smile wall" made from eco-friendly materials features electronic displays showcasing local culture and guest smiles, while the lobby is designed as a multifunctional space for casual dining and social interaction [8]. - Holiday Inn has over 250 hotels operating or under development in Greater China, covering major cities and emerging cultural tourism centers, with a commitment to continuous product and experience innovation to serve a diverse clientele [8].

Group 1 - InterContinental Hotels (IHG) is currently outperforming its peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector, with a year-to-date return of approximately 8%, compared to the sector average of 2.2% [4] - The Zacks Rank for IHG is 2 (Buy), indicating a positive earnings outlook, with the consensus estimate for full-year earnings having increased by 0.3% over the past quarter [3] - IHG belongs to the Hotels and Motels industry, which has an average year-to-date loss of 7%, further highlighting IHG's strong performance relative to its industry peers [5] Group 2 - The Consumer Discretionary sector includes 266 individual stocks, with IHG contributing to the sector's overall ranking of 12 in the Zacks Sector Rank [2] - Another stock in the Consumer Discretionary sector, Adtalem Global Education (ATGE), has also shown strong performance with a year-to-date return of 5.8% and a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy) [4][5] - The Schools industry, where Adtalem operates, has a ranking of 45 and has experienced a decline of 5.1% since the beginning of the year, contrasting with IHG's performance [6]

Core Viewpoint - The strategic partnership between InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and the China Disabled Persons' Federation aims to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, aligning with the government's action plan for promoting disability employment from 2024 to 2027 [1] Group 1: Employment Initiatives - IHG has developed a standardized operational manual that includes job development principles, recruitment processes, mentoring systems, and integration management to support the employment of disabled individuals in a dignified environment [2] - Since 2019, IHG has collaborated with special education schools to provide training for students, initially focusing on housekeeping roles and expanding to various positions such as pastry chefs and laundry staff [1][2] - By 2024, hundreds of disabled employees are expected to be employed across IHG hotels in Greater China, with ongoing efforts to optimize job matching and training systems [1] Group 2: Internship and Training Programs - The partnership will establish standardized internship bases for disabled graduates, creating a comprehensive support system from skills training to employment transition [2] - IHG has formed stable partnerships with six special education institutions and launched a "Disability Student Career Experience Week," engaging over 70 hotels to provide real work experiences for students [2] Group 3: Skill Development - Future plans include the development of customized online courses for disabled employees in areas such as room management, food service, and baking, providing sustainable skill enhancement tools [3] Group 4: "Beautiful Workshop" Project - IHG and the China Disabled Persons' Federation will promote the "Beautiful Workshop" project, which showcases and sells handicrafts made by disabled artisans in hotel settings, ensuring fair returns to the creators [4] - The project has successfully established nine hotel locations for showcasing these crafts, with plans for further expansion [4][5] - The sales windows contribute significant revenue while providing market recognition for the artisans, with a standardized process for display and revenue sharing being developed [5] Group 5: Corporate Responsibility and Inclusion - IHG emphasizes corporate responsibility as a core value, aiming to improve the lives of 30 million people globally through various inclusive initiatives beyond disability employment [5] - The strategic cooperation with the China Disabled Persons' Federation marks a significant step in promoting social inclusion within the hospitality industry in Greater China [5]

Core Points - The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the China Disabled Persons' Federation Employment Service Guidance Center to promote employment for people with disabilities [1] Group 1: Employment Initiatives - IHG will develop job positions suitable for different types of disabilities, providing a respectful and equal working environment for disabled employees [1] - A training and internship base for disabled university graduates will be established, offering one-stop career support from skills training to practical job experience [1] - Customized online training courses in areas such as housekeeping management and food service will be jointly developed to enhance the vocational skills of disabled individuals [1] - More hotels under IHG will set up sales windows to sell handicrafts made by disabled artisans, helping to increase their income [1] Group 2: Current Impact - As of 2024, IHG has employed hundreds of disabled staff members across its hotels in the Greater China region [1]

Core Points - InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the China Disabled Persons' Federation Employment Service Guidance Center to establish standardized internship bases for disabled graduates and develop online training courses [1][2] - IHG aims to provide a comprehensive career support system for disabled university students, from skills training to job placement, through deep collaboration with special education institutions [1] - The partnership will also promote the "Beautiful Workshop" project, showcasing and selling handicrafts made by disabled artisans in more IHG hotels [1] Group 1 - IHG has hundreds of disabled employees in its hotels in Greater China as of 2024, and it will continue to improve equal, inclusive, and barrier-free employment mechanisms [2] - The successful experience of collaboration with the Sichuan Disabled Persons' Federation will be extended to flagship hotels such as Beijing North Star InterContinental Hotel and Beijing Regent Hotel [2] - IHG will explore high-quality employment models for disabled individuals in the hotel industry, regularly assessing job settings and talent development for disabled employees [2]

Core Insights - InterContinental Bali Sanur Resort offers a luxurious beachfront experience in Sanur, Bali, combining luxury with authentic Balinese hospitality [1][2] - The resort features 120 suites and villas designed for privacy and comfort, inspired by traditional Indonesian design [2][3] - Culinary offerings include diverse dining options, with Layang Layang Restaurant providing a mix of local and Western dishes, and Pier Eight Restaurant focusing on Western and Asian flavors [4][5] - Wellness services at the resort include Sansara Spa, a 24-hour Fitness Centre, and various cultural and recreational activities [6] - The location of the resort allows easy access to Sanur's vibrant streets, shopping, and water sports, enhancing the guest experience [7][8] - The resort has special festive programs for the holiday season, including Christmas celebrations and New Year's Eve events [9] Company Overview - IHG Hotels & Resorts operates over 6,300 hotels in more than 100 countries, with a development pipeline of over 2,000 properties [11] - The InterContinental brand emphasizes personalized service and authentic local experiences, aiming to connect guests with the unique aspects of their destinations [12]