InterContinental head shares travel tips
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JIMMY Sung
Nationality: Hong Kong, China
Profession/title: General manager of InterContinental Sanya Haitang Bay Resort
How often do you travel?
About twice a year for leisure purpose
Favorite traveling style?
I like independent traveling which allows me to have time to explore new things and get to know the indigenous culture.
Q: What do you usually do after returning from a trip?
A: I always adjust myself quickly into working mode.
Q: What do you always search for during a trip?
A: I like to explore local culture and taste authentic local cuisine. Besides, I will also search for international five-star hotels and pay a visit.
Q: What do you always pack?
A: Some books and my iPad to stay connected with the office.
Q: What is your preferred airline?
A: Cathay Pacific Airways.
Q: What are your favorite hotels? What makes these hotels so memorable?
A: Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town. The hotel merges caravan culture and local folklore in the décor and design which feels very memorable.
And the guestrooms are very spacious and full of signature artwork and creative details.
Q: What do you value most when choosing a hotel?
A: As an hotelier, the service and hardware are most important for me. And of course the location should be convenient to sightseeing sites and local restaurants.
Q: What hotels do you look forward to staying at in the future?
A: InterContinental is always my first choice. Along with the staff rate, I also appreciate the whole indigenous experience of what InterContinental hotels always offer.
Q: Recommend one of your favorite destinations. Why is it so special?
A: Phuket Island in Thailand. The resort price is very reasonable. And the people there are full of passion. I also love the sunshine, beaches and water sports there.
Q: What do you do upon arriving at Phuket Island?
A: Enjoy the sunshine, beaches and local food.
Q: Where are you planning to go next and why?
A: Australia. It is a very lovely and charming country with abundant tourism resources. I can enjoy water sports at the Great Barrier Reef; embrace the musical arts in Sydney Opera House, appreciate the primeval forest on Great Ocean Road.
And if I have time, I may pay a visit to Kangaroo Island or Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
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