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LW Design Group’s Raffles Shenzhen shines as a marvel of architecture and design
Revolutionary luxury hospitality design firm LW Design Group presents the breathtaking interiors of the impressive Raffles Shenzhen. Located on top of the 80-story One Shenzhen Bay tower, this project exemplifies LW’s dedication to creating distinctive environments that blend cultural authenticity with contemporary sophistication. With panoramic views of the Pearl River Delta, Raffles Shenzhen redefines urban opulence, offering guests an unparalleled experience of elegance and comfort. Group founder and chief executive Jesper Godsk said: "We wanted the design to complement the views, not compete with them. Our vision was to craft interiors that reflect the cultural richness of Shenzhen while embracing the spectacular surroundings." As such, the hotel features 168 meticulously designed guest rooms and suites, including a grand 465-square-meter Presidential Suite. The LW Dubai team approached the project with a focus on integrating the region's natural beauty into the design, ensuring the vistas became an intrinsic element of the guest experience. According to Godsk: “Our vision for Raffles Shenzhen was to create a sanctuary that combines the comforts of home with the luxuries of a five-star hotel. By drawing inspiration from the surrounding beauty, cultural heritage, and modern lifestyle of Shenzhen, we were able to craft a space that resonates with both warmth and grandeur.” An exquisite mix of luxury and functionality From the moment guests arrive, they are transported to a world of understated elegance. The Sky Lobby on the 34th floor welcomes visitors with double-height ceilings, expansive windows, and a rich material palette of warm timber, marble, and metal accents. The design creates a harmonious balance between opulence and comfort, evoking a sense of home while showcasing the grandeur of the Pearl River Delta. The banqueting floor exemplifies LW’s meticulous attention to detail, as it features recessed high ceilings with concealed lighting provide a flexible and sophisticated ambiance for events, from intimate meetings to grand celebrations in the ballroom. A thoughtful mix of materials creates texture and warmth, while subtle design elements pay homage to contemporary Chinese aesthetics. The ultimate urban sanctuary The guest rooms and suites are masterpieces of design, offering a serene retreat high above Shenzhen. Neutral tones are paired with nature-inspired accents, while silk-screen wall panels and curated artifacts add depth and character to the spaces. The Presidential Suite, the pinnacle of luxury, features warm amber hues, plush fabrics, and rich metallic finishes that create an atmosphere of refined elegance. A refined take on relaxation and wellness The Raffles Spa, located on the 33rd floor, is a crowning achievement of the project. LW reimagined the spa as a luxurious sanctuary, blending opulence with a homely atmosphere. Divided into zones for relaxation and activity, the spa's design transitions from darker, calming tones to lighter, energizing palettes. Bronze accents, herringbone-patterned oak floors, and soft residential touches, such as cushions and candles in lucky shades of green, create a tranquil and immersive environment. The epitome of fine dining Raffles Shenzhen also offers a variety of dining spaces, each uniquely designed to enhance the culinary experience. On the ground floor, a cake shop mimics the elegance of a bespoke jewelry store, complete with amethyst-inspired lighting and glass display cases. The all-day dining restaurant on the 34th floor combines modern Chinese design with luxurious details, including black lacquered doors, duck egg blue shagreen insets, and patterned marble floors. Guests can enjoy their meals seated on plush sofas along expansive windows, with light bronze screens creating semi-private dining spaces. The Japanese signature restaurant is a celebration of contemporary minimalism, featuring dark marble finishes, rose-gold accents, and a cherry blossom motif. Inspired by Japanese autumnal maple leaves, the rust velvet seating and floor-to-ceiling sake displays create an intimate, authentic dining experience.
Cathay Group holds its seventh Cathay Hackathon in Shenzhen
Cathay Group’s seventh annual Cathay Hackathon concluded successfully over the weekend in the Greater Bay Area's globally renowned high-tech centre Shenzhen. Cathay’s flagship tech event for young innovators again gave talented, tech-savvy, and entrepreneurial participants from Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and overseas a platform on which to showcase their forward-looking and inventive spirit. With the final event held at Qianhai Kerry Centre on 16 November, the Cathay Hackathon 2024 marked its first expansion into the wider Greater Bay Area since its launch in 2016. A platform for thinkers The programme’s Final Pitch event brought together young tech enthusiasts as they developed and presented their innovative ideas and solutions designed to enhance the travel experience for Cathay Pacific’s customers, elevate Cathay’s lifestyle offerings, innovate Cathay Cargo’s operations, and increase HK Express’ operational efficiency. This year’s Cathay Hackathon attracted an overwhelming 1,500+ applications from university students in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and overseas. Following a rigorous selection process, 74 teams involving some 300 students were invited to participate in a 24-hour online Development Day, where participants created, refined, and prototyped their ideas before presenting them to a panel of industry experts during the First Pitch. Ten teams were shortlisted to enter the final round, with the opportunity to showcase their concepts to Cathay’s senior management as well as other judges. Recycling for the win This year’s winning team, GingTrip, was made up of students from various universities in Hong Kong. Their winning idea features a modular trolley on HK Express flights to automate recycling and waste sorting. The waste data collected is processed automatically and loaded onto a dashboard, which helps inform and enhance data driven decision-making. GingTrip member Andy Ng said, “It’s great to be back at the Cathay Hackathon. We took part last year and learnt a great deal from the guidance and feedback provided by our coaches, subject matter experts and the judges. This year, with the Hackathon expanding into the wider GBA, we gained valuable insights into the region’s growing tech landscape and were honoured to come out on top. We would like to thank the Cathay Hackathon team for creating such a unique experience for all of us.” GingTrip took home the top prize, with round-trip Business class tickets to any destination in Cathay Pacific’s network as well as a combined 100,000 Asia Miles. Additionally, they were offered fast-track access to ideation funding from incubation programmes, as well as a fast-track to Cathay’s Digital & IT Summer Internship and Graduate Trainee Programmes.
Cathay Pacific’s first ferry lounge at Shenzhen’s Shekou Cruise Home Port opens
Cathay Pacific is delighted to announce that its first-ever lounge outside of an airport is now open to guests at the Shekou Cruise Home Port in Shenzhen. This new ferry lounge further enhances the intermodal travel experience for our customers and elevates sea-to-air connectivity between Hong Kong International Airport and the whole of the Greater Bay Area. Strengthening its position in the wider Greater Bay Area and enhancing customers’ intermodal travel experience. To mark the occasion, Cathay Group Chief Executive Officer Ronald Lam and Cathay Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Lavinia Lau were joined by guests of honour, Deputy Director of the HKMAO of the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government Li Lirong, Director of the Shenzhen Liaison Unit of the Hong Kong SAR Government Grace Lai Sui-king, Division Director of the Tourism Marketing & Promotion Division of Culture, Radio, Television, Tourism and Sports Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality Zhang Zhenyang,Deputy Division Director of the Port Customs Administration Office of Office of Port of Entry and Exit of Shenzhen Municipal People's Government Fan Weiqing, and General Manager of Shenzhen China Merchants Shekou Cruise Home Port Lv Rufu at the opening ceremony on 18 January. Cathay Group Chief Executive Officer Ronald Lam said: “As Hong Kong International Airport continues to strengthen its sea and land connections with neighbouring cities in the Greater Bay Area, we are excited to open our brand-new Cathay Pacific lounge at the Shekou Cruise Home Port to our customers travelling from the region. We are committed to continuing to invest, and delivering a more comfortable and convenient travel experience for our customers. “We are very grateful to the Shenzhen Government and China Merchants Shekou Cruise Home Port for their support. We look forward to welcoming our Greater Bay Area customers to our new Shekou lounge with our signature Cathay Pacific service and helping them move forward in life.” Cathay Pacific has the ambition of becoming the leading premium airline of choice for international travel to and from its extended home market of the Greater Bay Area. Central to achieving this goal is providing a wide range of reliable and convenient intermodal services, including air, sea and land options, for Greater Bay Area customers to connect with their Cathay Pacific flights at Hong Kong International Airport. Cathay Pacific customers can enjoy effortless transfer using its codeshare ferry services to go directly from the Shekou Cruise Home Port to the SkyPier Terminal at Hong Kong International Airport. Currently, there are 11 round-trip ferry services per day between the Shekou Cruise Home Port and the SkyPier Terminal. The ferry journey only takes about 30 minutes and customers can collect their ferry tickets, boarding passes, and through-check their luggage onto their Cathay Pacific flights to destinations around the world. The lounge embraces the signature design language created by London-based Studioilse that is used in Cathay Pacific lounges around the world, allowing customers to rest and relax before boarding their ferry service. They can also enjoy a breathtaking 270-degree view of the surrounding area, including a glimpse of Hong Kong in the distance. All Cathay Diamond and Gold members, as well as First and Business class customers, Cathay Silver members, and relevant oneworld members travelling on Cathay Pacific flights are welcome to visit the Shekou lounge. Cathay Pacific will continue to leverage its advantages of having deep roots in Hong Kong, being proudly part of China, and connecting the world. It will continue to strengthen its position in the Chinese Mainland and the Greater Bay Area, as it strives to achieve its vision of becoming one of the world’s greatest service brands.
Conrad Hotels & Resorts expands its presence in APAC with new luxury hotel in Shenzhen, China
Hilton has announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city’s Qianhai business district, expanding the brand’s global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings. Artfully imagined by world-renowned design firm YABU Pushelberg to embody “A Story of a Dreamer,” the 300-room hotel takes guests on a reflective journey through modern art and calming aesthetics – lending a reprieve from the surrounding urban bustle. These distinct details are designed to engage the senses, which are further enhanced by Conrad’s purposeful and intuitive service. Conrad Shenzhen "We are thrilled to introduce Conrad Shenzhen, our first luxury property in China’s thriving technology hub and a breathtaking addition to our portfolio of hotels in Asia Pacific,” said Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “Travel demand remains strong and is only expected to rise as international travel to China resumes. As the country’s fastest growing hotel company, Hilton stands ready to welcome even more guests here in Shenzhen and other key destinations.” Situated in the heart of the city’s financial center, only 25 minutes from Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and steps away from Guiwan metro station, the hotel offers unparalleled views of the mesmerizing Qianhai Bay as well as proximity to international shopping centers, world-class restaurants and more. Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice president, Brand Management, Asia Pacific, Hilton, said, “Conrad is committed to creating impactful experiences through the brand's purposeful service and bold design, and we believe this incredible addition will redefine luxury and enhance the hospitality offering in Shenzhen for business and leisure travellers alike.” Owned by Horoy Group, Conrad Shenzhen is poised to usher global travellers to the Chinese gateway city. Lai Julin, president of Horoy Group, said, “Conrad Shenzhen represents an exciting partnership that blends our nuanced understanding of the local market with that of Hilton’s expertise in luxury hospitality, setting a new benchmark in Shenzhen.” A FUSION OF BOLD DESIGN AND LOCAL CULTURE Featuring curated contemporary art and striking design, Conrad Shenzhen invites guests to explore cutting-edge interiors imbued with local culture at every turn. The interiors have been meticulously designed by YABU Pushelberg to create an immersive environment, while the hotel’s captivating architectural structure has been crafted by Goettsch Partners, an innovative architecture firm with a global perspective. True to its theme, Conrad Shenzhen encapsulates the transformative spirit of Shenzhen, which in just four decades, evolved from a quiet fishing village into a vibrant megacity. This narrative is woven throughout the hotel’s design, with elegant motifs inspired by the city's humble past and reimagined through a modern lens. The spacious guest rooms and suites start at a generous 56 square meters and mirror Shenzhen's ambitious spirit, blending comfort and luxury for the discerning traveller. Each room is thoughtfully designed with floor-to-ceiling windows and offers views of the bay or the scenic city, and features separate lounge and work areas, as well as full-sized luxury amenities from renowned European brand Byredo. ELEVATED CULINARY EXPERIENCES Among the hotel’s offerings are four restaurants and bars, each presenting a unique culinary journey: Chinese restaurant CH’AO features the delicate flavours of Chaozhou cuisine, showcasing locally sourced seasonal ingredients. The Common Room presents an array of premium cuts, seafood and other specialty dishes prepared in a show kitchen. With nine-meter-high ceilings and an outdoor terrace, Azaleas lounge serves light bites and a signature afternoon tea in a relaxed setting. Collective Bar offers spectacular sunset views over Qianhai Bay from the outdoor patio. Chic, reflective surfaces are juxtaposed against textured leather sofas. A curated selection of premium whiskies and wines create a perfect setting for exclusive private events and social gatherings. BESPOKE MEETINGS & EVENTS Conrad Shenzhen’s 2,100 square meters of meeting and event space include a 1,100-square-meter grand ballroom that features advanced technologies and audiovisual equipment. Conrad Shenzhen’s team of events experts ensures a seamless experience for conferences, weddings, or corporate functions of all sizes. Flooded with natural light, the spacious ballroom foyer features striking contemporary sculptures inspired by the lush hills and rugged shores of Shenzhen, a poetic setting for memorable events and celebrations. Conrad Shenzhen is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s world-class brands. In celebration of the official opening of Conrad Shenzhen, members can earn an additional 5,000 Hilton Honors points per night till 30 September 2023, when booking through official Hilton channels. Conrad Shenzhen is located at No. 5001 Tinghai Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen 518066, Guangdong Province, China.
Conrad Shenzhen opens with 300 keys in Shenzhen, China
Hilton announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city’s Qianhai business district, expanding the brand’s global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings. Artfully imagined by world-renowned design firm YABU Pushelberg to embody “A Story of a Dreamer,” the 300-room hotel takes guests on a reflective journey through modern art and calming aesthetics – lending a reprieve from the surrounding urban bustle. These distinct details are designed to engage the senses, which are further enhanced by Conrad’s purposeful and intuitive service. "We are thrilled to introduce Conrad Shenzhen, our first luxury property in China’s thriving technology hub and a breathtaking addition to our portfolio of hotels in Asia Pacific,” said Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “Travel demand remains strong and is only expected to rise as international travel to China resumes. As the country’s fastest growing hotel company, Hilton stands ready to welcome even more guests here in Shenzhen and other key destinations.” Situated in the heart of the city’s financial center, only 25 minutes from Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and steps away from Guiwan metro station, the hotel offers unparalleled views of the mesmerizing Qianhai Bay as well as proximity to international shopping centers, world-class restaurants and more. Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice president, Brand Management, Asia Pacific, Hilton, said, “Conrad is committed to creating impactful experiences through the brand's purposeful service and bold design, and we believe this incredible addition will redefine luxury and enhance the hospitality offering in Shenzhen for business and leisure travellers alike.” Owned by Horoy Group, Conrad Shenzhen is poised to usher global travelers to the Chinese gateway city. Lai Julin, president of Horoy Group, said, “Conrad Shenzhen represents an exciting partnership that blends our nuanced understanding of the local market with that of Hilton’s expertise in luxury hospitality, setting a new benchmark in Shenzhen.” A FUSION OF BOLD DESIGN AND LOCAL CULTURE Featuring curated contemporary art and striking design, Conrad Shenzhen invites guests to explore cutting-edge interiors imbued with local culture at every turn. The interiors have been meticulously designed by YABU Pushelberg to create an immersive environment, while the hotel’s captivating architectural structure has been crafted by Goettsch Partners, an innovative architecture firm with a global perspective. True to its theme, Conrad Shenzhen encapsulates the transformative spirit of Shenzhen, which in just four decades, evolved from a quiet fishing village into a vibrant megacity. This narrative is woven throughout the hotel’s design, with elegant motifs inspired by the city's humble past and reimagined through a modern lens. The spacious guest rooms and suites start at a generous 56 square meters and mirror Shenzhen's ambitious spirit, blending comfort and luxury for the discerning traveler. Each room is thoughtfully designed with floor-to-ceiling windows and offers views of the bay or the scenic city, and features separate lounge and work areas, as well as full-sized luxury amenities from renowned European brand Byredo. ELEVATED CULINARY EXPERIENCES Among the hotel’s offerings are four restaurants and bars, each presenting a unique culinary journey: Chinese restaurant CH’AO features the delicate flavors of Chaozhou cuisine, showcasing locally sourced seasonal ingredients. The Common Room presents an array of premium cuts, seafood and other specialty dishes prepared in a show kitchen. With nine-meter-high ceilings and an outdoor terrace, Azaleas lounge serves light bites and a signature afternoon tea in a relaxed setting. Collective Bar offers spectacular sunset views over Qianhai Bay from the outdoor patio. Chic, reflective surfaces are juxtaposed against textured leather sofas. A curated selection of premium whiskies and wines create a perfect setting for exclusive private events and social gatherings. BESPOKE MEETINGS & EVENTS Conrad Shenzhen’s 2,100 square meters of meeting and event space include a 1,100- square meter grand ballroom that features advanced technologies and audiovisual equipment. Conrad Shenzhen’s team of events experts ensures a seamless experience for conferences, weddings, or corporate functions of all sizes. Flooded with natural light, the spacious ballroom foyer features striking contemporary sculptures inspired by the lush hills and rugged shores of Shenzhen, a poetic setting for memorable events and celebrations. Conrad Shenzhen is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s world-class brands. In celebration of the official opening of Conrad Shenzhen, members can earn an additional 5,000 Hilton Honors points per night till 30 September 2023, when booking through official Hilton channels.
Qatar Airways unveils ferry transfer service from Shenzhen Shekou to Hong Kong Airport
Qatar Airways announced the sea-to-air ferry transfer service from Shenzhen Shekou Port to the SkyPier in the airside of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) starting from 15 April 2021, providing passengers in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), one of the world’s most dynamic mega-regions, convenient access to the airline’s global network from ‘Asia's World City’. Partnering with Airport Authority Hong Kong, the introduction of the Upstream Check-in Service will allow Qatar Airways customers in Shenzhen greater flexibility and enhanced travel options to the world from Hong Kong, where the airline operates daily direct service to Doha with its modern and fuel-efficient Airbus A350-900 aircraft. Qatar Airways customers can purchase their ferry tickets from SkyLink or the port's website. Passengers utilising the 30-minutes-long ferry service will be provided with boarding passes and baggage check-through service to their final destinations at the Shenzhen Shekou terminal, where they will also clear their customs and immigration. Upon arrival at SkyPier, customers can proceed directly to their Qatar Airways boarding gate, or enjoy the award-winning duty-free shopping experience and fine-dining options at HKIA before continuing a seamless and hassle-free onward journey with the airline to more than 80 destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Thomas Scruby, Qatar Airways vice president of sales for Australasia and North Asia, said: “The introduction of ferry transfer service will boost our footprint in the Greater Bay Area by providing our Southern Chinese customers more flexible flying options via HKIA. We know connectivity within the region and to the wider world is critical for the success of the GBA. Therefore, we are excited to do our part to build the infrastructure necessary to make it easier and smoother for local customers to travel despite the disruption caused by the pandemic around the world.” The Greater Bay area is home to many of the nation's leading universities and academic institutions; the ferry transfer service will also provide more travel choices to the area's students wishing to complete their higher-education or exchange programs abroad. International students will be able to enroll in Qatar Airways Student Club and enjoy a wide range of benefits throughout their educational journey.
Shenzhen airport sees jump in passenger traffic as Hong Kong declines
The Shenzhen airport in southern China reported significant rises in both passenger and cargo traffic, presenting a stark contrast to the airport in neighbouring Hong Kong. The disparity in performance between the two airports, which are just 37 kilometres apart, offers the latest evidence of the cost of the chaos and violence on Hong Kong economic prospects. Shenzhen Airport reported an increase of 9.2% in passenger traffic in August and an increase of 7.1% in cargo. The airport said earlier that it aims to build itself into an international aviation hub targeting the Asia Pacific and global markets amid the opportunities brought by the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area development. In comparison, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) said it handled six million passengers in August, down 12.4% from the same period last year and the biggest drop since 2009 in the wake of the global financial crisis. The airport said drop in passenger volume was mainly due to a decrease in visitor traffic as the passenger traffic to and from the Chinese mainland, Southeast Asia and Taiwan had significant declines compared to August 2018.
Salmon’s homecoming: Raffles Shenzhen ushers 2019 with Grand Ballroom launch
Raffles Shenzhen has unveiled its Grand Ballroom and for its inaugural event with more than 800 social elites and professionals gathering in the stunning venue. Ushering the new year with a Grand Ballroom launch, Raffles Shenzhen is strategically situated in One Shenzhen Bay Financial Centre with direct connections to Qianhai Economic Zone in Nanshan District. Following the brand’s 130 years of traditions, Raffles Shenzhen will be the latest addition to the brand’s portfolio of singular hotels. Set in the dynamic Chinese metropolis of Shenzhen, Raffles’ luxury and personal hospitality services and elements of Shenzhen’s vibrancy have been fused into a contemporary hotel. The pillar-free Grand Ballroom offers 1,250sqm of space for any event ranging from elegant corporate functions to Raffles’ bespoke themed weddings, which has already seen high demand from the market. Salmon's homecoming The design concept of the Grand Ballroom is based on the salmon’s annual cycle of returning to its home. Its chandeliers are designed to resemble swimming schools of salmon, with individual glass spheres akin to glittering drops of water suspended above. Meanwhile, Raffles Shenzhen’s international culinary team includes a Michelin star chef, who creates tailor-made dishes for specific types of events. The hotel also provides a renowned butler service which can be experienced through its dedicated Wedding Butler and Meeting Butler offerings. Raffles Shenzhen is an "urban oasis" that occupies the top floors of the 72-storey One Shenzhen Bay Office Building. Aside from the Grand Ballroom, its highlights include six signature restaurants and bars, the RIU Lounge, Sky Café and Raffles Spa.
ITE Hong Kong 2025 – 12 June (Thu)-15 June (Sun) 2025
The 20th MICE Travel Expo co-locating with the 39th ITE Hong Kong will be held from 12 to 15 June 2025 at Hall 1 of the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.