Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
Editors' Choice
Hitchbird sits down with Juan Losada, General Manager, Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
Editors' Choice
Hitchbird sits down with Juan Losada, General Manager, Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
Opened in 2012, this iconic 200-room beach resort has already been awarded as the World’s Leading Luxury Resort by World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year; voted as Asia’s Best Resort Spa 2016 by World Spa Awards; included as one of the world’s most luxurious chain hotels by CNN to name a few. Hitchbird sat down with Juan for a coffee to discuss the wedding scene in upcoming Danang, Vietnam.
So tell us a little about yourself
Well I began my hospitality career in the US with Westin Hotels and Resorts, followed by roles with Kerzner International in Dubai and St. Regis Hotels in Singapore. I then joined the Intercontinental group with several luxury resorts including the award-winning InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort, InterContinental Hua Hin Resort as well as the InterContinental Mauritius Balaclava Fort before settling here.
This is one of the most stunning properties we've seen, tell us alittle about the resort.
The retreat is about 30 minutes from the international airport - there's new terminal being build right now - and compared to the rest of the resorts in Danang we have a secluded 39 hectares of private space as we are nestled in the heart of Son Tra Peninsula Nature Reserve. The retreat is also designed by famed architect Bill Bensley and spreads over 4 levels with easy access to sea, rainforests and beach.
How many wedding do you host each year and where do your wedding couples come from?
We host between 15-18 weddings and have couples from around the world including Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and others. We offer genuine hospitality and a concept of aligned luxury for wedding couples and guests.
How do you define “aligned luxury”?
Everything about the resort is of the highest standard, from the greeting at the entrance, the uniform of the staff, to the quality of the outlets and services we provide.
For example we have La Maison 1888 by Pierre Gagnaire, the first restaurant in Vietnam that features a Michelin-starred chef. This is perfect for pre or post wedding dinners or alfresco cocktail parties.
For the bride and wedding guests, we have an award-winning HARNN Heritage Spa which has been recognized as Best Luxury Resort Spa by The World Luxury Spa Awards and our tailored treatments from Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by Bastien Gonzalez will complete guests’ indulgence journey.
Where would you normally host the wedding ceremony or parties?
Even for wedding ceremony or parties, we have variety of venues to bring a truly memorable setting for your special day. It could be on the pristine beach owning a stunning location overlooking the East Sea with the dramatic landscape of the Son Tra Peninsula behind; or our tropical garden having surrounding lush landscape accompanied by a cooling breeze from gentle sea; Besides, guests can also choose the ideal terrace of our famed French restaurant La Maison 1888, an enchanting setting with a timeless appeal. The terrace itself offers impressive views over the East Sea and the verdant gardens below. Last but not least, the Summit featuring 900sqm dedicated event venue with its panoramic views of the surrounding spectacular landscape will offer a truly lavish location for guests’ wedding. All the perfect venues together with its excellent services bring guests the best experiences of the world-class wedding.
We cater for special requests, fly in chefs and can tailor the overall wedding experience to the needs of the couple over the few days they spend at the resort.
Why should wedding couples choose Danang over other locations in South East Asia?
Currently there is a lack of overdevelopment, the location is still untouched by mass tourism and we have beautiful beaches and jungle trails. We are also close proximity to UNESCO World Heritage sites like Hoi An and Hue, which is definitely worth a day trip.
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