IHG Properties Shine in BBC’s Amazing Hotels Series

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced that two luxury flagships, InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland and Six Senses Ibiza, will be featured in the upcoming BBC Studios Amazing Hotels series: Life Beyond the Lobby. The series will be aired on BBC2 and BBC iPlayer from 12 September. This BBC series will provide an unprecedented perspective on the two properties, with each one starring in its hour-long feature episode. Both properties are part of IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio, which is one of the world’s largest.

Each episode provides audiences with a unique perspective on luxury hospitality at different hotels. Chef Monica Galetti and Television Lawyer Rob Rinder shadow hotel teams across all aspects of the guest experience. They work behind the scenes, exploring areas unseen by the public, to reveal the high level of attention to detail required to deliver exceptional service. Throughout each episode, Rob and Monica immerse themselves in the hotel teams, highlighting the heartwarming stories of the communities within each hotel’s walls.

Jane Mackie, Senior Vice President of Global Luxury, Lifestyle, and Premium Brands at IHG Hotels & Resorts, shared her enthusiasm for showcasing InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland and Six Senses Ibiza in the upcoming series of Amazing Hotels. She emphasized the distinct narratives and outstanding staff at these properties, highlighting the remarkable architectural feat of InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland and the redefined perception of Ibiza offered by Six Senses Ibiza.

InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland: A Marvel of Modern Architecture and Engineering

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, with over 220 hotels spanning 70 countries. The brand was founded by Juan Trippe, the founder of Pan American Airways, in 1946. InterContinental is guided by the belief in the power of travel to expand the mind and connect cultures.

InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland is a unique hotel built in a former quarry featuring an upside-down tall skyscraper designed by visionary architect Martin Jochman. This episode explores how the hotel integrates its stunning surroundings with InterContinental hospitality. It also discusses the challenges of operating in an unusual location and the patented structural and seismic engineering innovations used in constructing the hotel.

By prioritizing the modern luxury traveller, InterContinental provides a reimagined luxury travel experience that balances freedom and familiarity. The brand focuses on satisfying guests’ desire for knowledge and culturally rich experiences while maintaining its heritage as a beacon of accessible luxury travel.

Six Senses Ibiza: A Sanctuary of Wellness and Sustainability

Monica and Rob arrive at Six Senses Ibiza on the northern tip of the White Isle. They discover how the resort has become the premier wellness and cultural destination on the island since its opening in 2021. Throughout the episode, the pair immerse themselves in the year-round programming available to guests and gain insight into the dedicated team that brings these memorable moments to life every day.

Explore the on-property experiences that celebrate and reflect Ibiza’s deep roots through wellness, music, art, fashion, culinary exploration, and culture. Join Monica and Rob as they take viewers behind the scenes, from cacao ceremonies, silent hikes, and biohacking practices to cyclical fashion, recording studios, and farm-to-table cooking.