Renaissance Hotels Gears Up for Fifth Annual Global Day of Discovery on June 16

HONG KONG, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Renaissance Hotels, the global lifestyle brand known for helping travellers make the most of their life on the road, will host its fifth annual Global Day of Discovery on June 16, 2016. In bringing Renaissance Hotels' 'Business Unusual' brand promise to life, nearly 170 Renaissance Hotels worldwide will help guests discover genuine local experiences in and around Renaissance hotels.

Global Day of Discovery activities are as diverse and intriguing as the locations. Covering all facets of local culture, the evening events range from a themed party in a Beijing Hutong, to an art installation and a hotel lobby transformed into a floating market. To discover local hotspots, Renaissance experts called Navigators will bring guests to discover the neighbourhood. As varied as the experiences are, they will all feature Renaissance Hotels' signature Bar Ritual, inviting guests to taste the most authentic flavours in the city.

"As a lifestyle brand, Renaissance Hotels strives to create unique experiences and unexpected opportunities for our guests," says Ms. Winkie Wong, Senior Director of Brand Marketing for Renaissance Hotels. "Our annual Global Day of Discovery highlights what our hotels do every day, inspiring our guests to explore the neighbourhood and live life to discover. Asia is a market with diverse, vibrant cultures and we are excited about the different events being planned. We hope to create unique memories for our guests to bring home."

Some of the Global Day of Discovery events taking place at Renaissance Hotels in Asia include:

Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel: To mark the Global Day of Discovery, the hotel will replicate Bangkok's famous Amphawa Floating Market in the lobby, transforming the space into an interactive hub of activity. Guests can indulge in Thai delicacies, including Pad Thai and Som-Tum (Papaya Salad), and Bangkok-inspired refreshments such as the Mekong Punch and Kwan Riem cocktails. While local artists sketch caricatures and demonstrate the traditional skills of glass blowing and fruit carving, Bangkok DJs Burin and Gift OKB will lift the party mood with energetic grooves.

Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel: Chinese gastronomy and glamour are on offer at the 'One Night in Beijing' event. Blending classic and contemporary cultures, guests will discover one of Beijing's famous Hutongs within the hotel and experience authentic cuisine, cool cocktails and the best in live entertainment. A runway show will also highlight emerging local artists and the latest cutting-edge fashions.

Renaissance Tianjin Lakeview Hotel: A memorable lakeside setting, hot music, cool drinks and local cuisine come together to create Tianjin's Endless Summer party. When the sun goes down, the mood heats up as the hotel blends city-chic cool with garden-bloom freshness. Aside from a picture-perfect setting, guests can look forward to DJs, live acts, a selection of cocktails, and culinary surprises as well as pop-up shops promoting locally-made art and crafts.

Renaissance Suzhou Hotel: In Partnership with Suzhou Village, a retail haven and a city landmark, Renaissance Suzhou Hotel has planned an intriguing evening of prizes and surprises. The lineup includes live painting demonstrations from Suzhou-based artists as well as performances from local bands and DJs. Guests can sample traditional dishes and the hotel's signature cocktails, participate in a Village-wide puzzle game, find inspiration at a Red Guard fashion show, or engage with traditional craftsmen using centuries-old techniques to make popcorn and intricate figures from sugar and dough. 

Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa: Committed to showcasing Thai artisans, ingredients and craftsmanship, the hotel will host a tour of Phuket's Chalong Bay Rum distillery. The distillery partners with local farmers and uses sustainable techniques to produce handcrafted rum that is exported around the world. Together with a tour of the world-renowned distillery, guests will enjoy fresh seafood, a barbeque, Chalong Bay cocktails and music from a local band.

To explore the full Global Day of Discovery lineup, please visit: www.renhotels.com/events

To discover how Renaissance Hotels delivers the 'Business Unusual' promise every day, visit www.renhotels.com

Guests from around the world can share their Global Day of Discovery experiences and join the conversation at #renhotels and #DayofDiscovery.  

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RENAISSANCE HOTELS

Renaissance Hotels believes in defying business travel conventions for guests who crave unexpected experiences. At Renaissance Hotels, It's Business Unusual. Each of the brand's nearly 170 hotels, located in more than 30 countries around the world, is unique and every stay offers unconventional programs that help business travelers discover rich, local experiences. We promise to feed the curiosity, fuel the imagination and excite the senses of our guests who see their business trip as an exciting opportunity for new, interesting, and sharable experiences. We understand their desire to make the most out of every moment and we offer signature events in our lobbies, bars and lounges designed to showcase emerging talent in music, the arts, mixology, gastronomy and more. Renaissance Navigators are neighborhood experts who are ready to assist guests in discovering true local flavors and activities. R.E.N. Meetings offers groups an experience beyond a traditional meeting, rooted in creative sensory meeting design and custom-curated local Navigator excursions and networking events. At Renaissance Hotels, we work to ensure that every trip is transformed into an eye-opening, unforgettable journey. To discover more visit www.renhotels.com. For upcoming events visit www.renhotels.com/events.

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