Guests at the family-friendly InterContinental Bali Resort can now give their children a fun and exciting way to engage with Bali through the Planet Trekkers Mobile App.
(TRAVPR.COM) INDONESIA - March 24th, 2016 - Guests at the family-friendly InterContinental Bali Resort can now give their children a fun and exciting way to engage with Bali through the Planet Trekkers Mobile App. The new app, created by InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in partnership with National Geographic Kids, is a children’s travel journal and treasure hunt style game, which challenges youngsters (aged 6 – 12) to discover indigenous wildlife, take part in active pursuits and local cultural adventures, and taste native dishes and new flavours. With its built-in camera, the app allows children to upload photos and document all of their adventures and travel experiences. It also includes a ‘Play’ section where children have to navigate through a series of questions to receive gold stars and win the game. The Planet Trekkers app is available to download free of charge for iOS platform, and can be used offline. Guests can download the app directly from the Apple Store or by visiting the app section on the homepage of InterContinental.com
Planet Trekkers at InterContinental Bali Resort is aimed at taking the stress out of family travel. This world-class kids’ club offers a family programme of tailored services, dining and activities designed to support children’s growth, curiosity and creativity, as well as providing fun opportunities for kids to learn and experience new things about the world around them. Planet Trekkers Kids’ Club also facilitates a fully-supervised and secure children’s zone, offering ample recreational space including a children’s 10-metre swimming pool and outdoor playground with swings, slides, climbing apparatus, and a mini-basketball compound. The air-conditioned Clubhouse provides an interactive workstation for arts and crafts, an Internet cave with monitored computer use and electronic games, a cushioned reading corner, and an extensive library of movies, books and board games, complete with TV and DVD player. Here, children can learn local skills and crafts, as well as enjoying painting and recycled art classes, dressing up in Balinese costume, Balinese dancing, music, and Indonesian language lessons. Other activities utilise the natural wonders and outstanding features and facilities of the Resort.
Families at Club InterContinental, the private wing and exclusive haven of indulgence and luxury at InterContinental Bali Resort, have unlimited complimentary access to the children's programme.
At Club InterContinental, guests will be treated to an elevated level of authentic Balinese hospitality and personalised service, as well as opulent in-room amenities, elegant facilities, and an exceptional array of privileges within a distinguished collection of luxurious guestrooms, suites and villas, surrounded by exquisite gardens. Entitlements include 24-hour bespoke butler service working in sync with the Virtual Butler Service; exclusive access to the private Club Pool; and use of the dedicated lounge known as ‘Inspiration Space’ aimed at encouraging guests to explore their individual passions. Furthermore, Club guests will have a choice of five different breakfast venues, and can enjoyunlimited visits to Club InterContinental Lounge, which is an elegantly appointed and refined sanctuary of social interaction and light fine-dining refreshments, operating 24 hours.
About InterContinental Bali Resort
Blessed by an endless stretch of white sand beach overlooking the tranquil waters of Jimbaran Bay, InterContinental Bali Resort features 417 guest rooms in three unique levels of accommodation. The property embraces a 14 hectare tropical landscape that is a blend of indigenous flora, gentle waterways and stone statues reflecting the island’s artistic heritage. There are six swimming pools, Planet Trekkers children’s resort, a fitness centre and plenty of recreational activities to keep guests occupied throughout the day. Spa Uluwatu is a dedicated healing and beauty facility for individual sessions, while the exclusive Villa Retreats promises indulging spa packages for couples. A superb choice of restaurant venues makes every dining experience an adventure in culinary excellence.
About InterContinental® Hotels &Resorts: The InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand has 182 hotels located in more than 60 countries with local insight that comes from over 65 years of experience. As a brand, we believe that superior, understated service and outstanding facilities are important, but what makes us truly different is the genuine interest we show in our guests. Our desire is to help guests make the most of their time. We connect our well-travelled guests to what’s special about a destination, by sharing our knowledge so they enjoy authentic experiences that will enrich their lives and broaden their outlook.
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For further press information please contact:
Dewi Karmawan
Director of Public Relations and
Marketing Communications
Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran,
Bali, Indonesia 80361
Telephone: +62 361 701 888
Facsimile: + 62 361 701 777
Email: dewi.karmawan@ihg.com
bali.intercontinental.com
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