InterContinental Marks 75 years of Pioneering Luxury Travel with a Celebration of Rich Heritage, Iconic Hotels and Exclusive Experiences

InterContinental Hotels Resorts has become synonymous with bold exploration, travel and cultural discovery, having pioneered luxury travel in emerging and well-loved destinations for the past 75 years. This year, as the brand toasts its diamond anniversary, it invites guests to celebrate the joy of travel and rediscover InterContinental hotels and resorts around the world. From now until April 2022, guests can enjoy an exciting line up of limited-time offers ranging from sparkling anniversary celebrations to exhilarating stay experiences. As part of the 75^thanniversary initiative and IHG'sJourney to Tomorrowcommitment, InterContinental Hotels Resorts will also donate US$75,000 to Water.org, supporting 15,000 people to gain access to clean water through sustainable, locally owned and run projects.

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Stay and celebrate in style

Guests can recognise personal milestones with a range of anniversary packages. The 75^thAnniversary Package will be available at select hotels and includes a personalized refreshment experience for two; for those looking for incomparable experiences, theInterContinental Diamond Stay Packagesoffer varied and carefully curated once-in-a-lifetime luxury moments across hand-picked InterContinental hotels.

Bringing local destinations and ingredients to the forefront, talented teams at select InterContinental hotels and resorts around the world will craft celebratory variations, along with special food pairing menus, for a unique interpretation and taste journey in each destination.

"We're delighted to raise a toast with our guests, owners, partners and colleagues to celebrate InterContinental Hotels Resorts and everything this brand stands for the joy of travel and the worldliness that comes from discovering cultures around the world.Duringa challenging period, it's important to take time to celebrate milestones and begin to enjoy new adventures again wherever we can.The InterContinental brand has been part of many special moments throughout its storied 75-year history and continues to be a place for celebration, connection and indulgence,"saysJane Mackie, IHG's Senior Vice President, Global Marketing for Luxury and Premium Brands."The next chapter of InterContinental, as we continue to open new doors fromRometoRiyadh,will encompass a fresh 360 degree approach to the guest experience with new partnerships and innovations."

"We are grateful to be part of the 75^thanniversary of the InterContinental brand and their goal to shape the future of responsible travel,"saysMichael Mayernik, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Water.org."They are committed to changing lives with access to safe water as part of this initiative, giving women hope, children health and communities around the world a bright future."

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Defining global luxury travel

The InterContinental brand was established by Juan Trippe, the founder of Pan American Airways, in 1946 with a bold vision to bring luxurious accommodation to every corner of the globe. Its 75^thanniversary is not only a moment to look forward to its bright future but also recognise the brands rich heritage: InterContinental became the first international hotel chain in the Middle East with the opening of the Phoenicia in Beirut in 1961; Martin Luther King finished his iconic"I Have A Dream"at InterContinental The Willard Washington D.C. in 1963; InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland took on the title of architectural marvel and the worlds first quarry hotel in 2018 and InterContinental New York Barclay served as the official hotel of the 2021 U.S. Open Tennis tournament.

Today, with 206 hotels and over 70 set to open in the coming years, the vision of bringing luxury travel to emerging and established destinations continues. In the coming months, the brand will be opening new doors in inspiring locations likeBarcelonain Spain,Sorrentoin Australia,Ras Al Khaimahin the UAE,Kaohsiungin Taiwan andAppi Kogenin Japan.

Details and availability of offers may vary across participating hotels.For more information on the InterContinental 75^thDiamond Anniversary, visitintercontinental.com/75thanniversary.

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About InterContinental Hotels Resorts

The InterContinental Hotels Resorts brand makes travel alluring, with insights from 75 years of experience. Each of our properties provides a gateway to the glamour of the InterContinental Life. As a brand, we aim to embody global sophistication through our superior, understated service and exceptional amenities. What makes us truly different is the genuine interest we show our guests through personalised and attentive services. We offer our most valued guests signature VIP services through a dedicated InterContinental Ambassador programme and an exclusive Club InterContinental experience. We connect our well-travelled guests to whats special about a destination, so they enjoy authentic local experiences that will enrich their lives. For more information and to book, visitwww.intercontinental.com, and connect with us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/intercontinentaland Instagram www.instagram.com/intercontinental .

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About IHG Hotels Resorts

IHG Hotels Resorts[LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.

With a family of 17 hotel brands andIHG Rewards, one of the worlds largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has nearly 6,000 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a further 1,800 in the development pipeline.

• Luxury Lifestyle:Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas,Regent Hotels Resorts,InterContinental Hotels Resorts,Kimpton Hotels Restaurants,Vignette Collection,Hotel Indigo
• Premium:voco Hotels,HUALUXE Hotels Resorts,Crowne Plaza Hotels Resorts,EVEN Hotels
• Essentials:Holiday Inn Hotels Resorts,Holiday Inn Express,avid hotels
• Suites:Atwell Suites,Staybridge Suites,Holiday Inn Club Vacations,Candlewood Suites

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Groups holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 350,000 people work across IHGs hotels and corporate offices globally.

Visit us online for more about ourhotels and reservationsandIHG Rewards. For our latest news, visit ourNewsroomand follow us onLinkedIn,FacebookandTwitter.

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About IHG Hotels Resorts'Luxury Lifestyle portfolio

Building on the heritage of InterContinental Hotels Resorts the worlds first and largest luxury hotel brand celebrating its 75^thanniversary this year IHG has become the worlds second largest Luxury Lifestyle player by both number of hotels open and in the development pipeline. Acquisitions of iconic brands Regent Hotels Resorts and Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, and the international expansion of Kimpton Hotels Restaurants and Hotel Indigo have created an impressive portfolio for both guests and owners, defined by timeless legacy and bound together by distinctive design and unforgettable service. Spanning more than 430 hotels or 100,000 rooms, IHGs Luxury Lifestyle portfolio makes every journey a celebration of extraordinary experiences, each in a unique way.