Lifestyle

Shangri-La Launches Global “Find Your Shangri-La” Campaign

A new brand film by a GRAMMY® award-winning director together with specially designed drinks and menus will usher in a campaign to help guests discover their own Shangri-La.

Shangri-La today launched its new “Find Your Shangri-La” global campaign, created to help guests find their personal moments of joy at the luxury hotel chain renowned for its delivery of Asian hospitality.

The initial part of the campaign is centred around a whimsical brand film that celebrates Shangri-La’s commitment to providing guests with unforgettable experiences, showcased through unexpected moments of personalised and authentic service. “At Shangri-La, we understand that each guest has a unique version of what it means to “Find Your Shangri-La”, says Shangri-La Chairman Hui Kuok. “We have a rich legacy of more than 50 years in delighting customers and wanted to take this opportunity to highlight something that has always been part of us — bringing joyful moments to the people we host.

“The new brand film captures the unique way in which we delight our guests with special moments and treats through our warm, authentic hospitality. We are excited to debut our campaign with this film, alongside an array of immersive experiences that elevate our brand experience.”

The film was developed in partnership with GRAMMY® award-winning director Dave Meyers. To illustrate how guests can find their own Shangri-La, he brought to life fanciful characters that represent different guest personas and chronicled how they found their happiness in various Shangri-La properties, showcasing the delightful, personalised hospitality experiences offered at each hotel.

“Shangri-La is more than a physical place”, said Meyers. “It is a state of mind – a magical world that you can get lost in. Making this film has been a wonderful and inspiring experience for me to explore what ‘Shangri-La’ means to modern travellers”.

“Find Your Shangri-La” themed experiences at 13 hotels globally

For guests with epicurean tastes, Shangri-La has curated exclusive “Find Your Shangri-La” menus, inspired by Chinese and regional Asian cuisines and interpreted through the hotels’ local culinary cultures. While each menu is unique to the hotel, all menus celebrate unexpected flavours and presentations that offer diners the chance to experience a moment of joy. The menus will be available from today until 13 August 2023.

The Peony’s Shangri-La – The film invites the audience to follow the journey of the protagonist, a beautiful peony flower, seeking their own personal paradise. Symbolising Shangri-La’s Asian roots, the peony is guided by a bellhop through the properties, where it glimpses four fantasy characters representing the brand’s core offerings: culinary excellence (hummingbird), special occasions (wedding dress), wellness (penguins), and family (toy train).

Weddings are a special occasion for the bride and groom, and their loved ones, for many reasons. Shangri-La’s wizards of magical weddings are always ready to infuse that special touch into this age-old ritual so that besotted lovers can find their romantic Shangri-La – realising their perfect, spellbinding dress and the dreamy location. Complete with meticulous details crafted by hand, the beautiful wedding gown is a unique designer piece loaned by acclaimed Chinese couturier, Guo Pei.

The Hummingbird’s Shangri-La — The hummingbird flits around, spoilt for choice with all the beautiful flowers he’s being offered. This delicate bird represents the multitude of decadent gastronomic experiences that Shangri-La’s talented and dedicated chefs craft at our hotels across the world. It also captures how Shangri-La’s culinary offerings exemplify the brand’s approach to heartfelt Asian hospitality and cater to the tastes of each individual guest.

Shangri-La has also created a collection of imaginative cocktails and mocktails inspired by the “Find Your Shangri-La” campaign theme. Available from today through 31 December 2023, the three #FindYourShangriLa cocktails include the Daydreamer, Taste of Eden, and the Sky is the Limit. Guests can enjoy these cocktails while being serenaded by the brand film’s theme song, “Over the Rainbow”. Members of Shangri-La Circle, the brand’s contemporary travel and lifestyle platform, can also enjoy a complimentary #FindYourShangriLa cocktail on Members’ Day, on the sixth of each month.

The train represents the curiosity and forward motion of a child who is excited to explore this environment. And in this scene, the train is going towards its own adventure in a wonderful play space. Shangri-La took inspiration from buds by Shangri-La, an immersive curated play space located in Shangri-La Singapore, when creating this playground. Shangri-La is a joyful place for all families because everyone is treated as if they were part of the Shangri-La family. This is a family where everyone looks out for each other. Where the doors are welcoming to children and adults alike.

The penguins enjoying a dip in the icy pool represent each guest’s unique and personal vision of wellness. Shangri-La understands that wellness is the pursuit of holistic health and wellbeing defined by individual choices and lifestyles. Shangri-La prides itself on creating peaceful sanctuaries where guests can unwind and enter a tranquil state of mind.

The “Find your Shangri-La” menus and special drinks are available at selected Shangri-La hotels in France, China, Thailand, the Philippines, the United Kingdom and Singapore.

A Gastronomic Utopia for the Discerning Palate at Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

A dreamy, indulgent gastronomic heaven awaits in Mactan, Cebu. For the discerning gourmand, our Master Chefs have curated a series of new Whimsical Menus, featuring exquisite culinary creations that shines the spotlight on the freshest locally sourced and sustainable staple ingredients.

Red Lapu-Lapu Grouper Fillet

Guests are invited to feast their senses on a delightful medley of enticing, exotic flavours, with delectable delights such as Bohol-farmed Prawns & Cebuano Mangoes with Kataifi Noodles, Double-boiled Abalone, Dried Scallop in Coconut Shell, Red Lapu-Lapu Grouper Filler with daubs of Gold Broth and Smoky A5 Wagyu Cube Roll in Merlot Black Pepper Sauce.

Double boiled Abalone

Exclusively available only at Tea of Spring, Shangri-La Mactan’s contemporary Chinese restaurant from today until 13 August 2023.

In the months ahead, Shangri-La looks forward to offering more memorable experiences and heartfelt hospitality. These are expected to delight leisure, family and business travellers alike. Stay tuned for updates!

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