IHG Explorer: Customized Business Class Dining on a Branded Boeing 787 Dreamliner

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Hainan Airlines have joined forces to create a groundbreaking partnership that redefines the travel experience for passengers. The ‘IHG Explorer’ aircraft, a result of this collaboration, offers a unique blend of business class dining, member benefits, and a co-branded safety video that showcases the best of both brands.

The partnership between IHG and Hainan Airlines aims to enhance the travel experience for passengers flying between Hainan Free Trade Port and other major cities. The ‘IHG Explorer’ aircraft features IHG’s signature deep blue color on its fuselage, marking a first for Hainan Airlines to launch a fully themed aircraft with a hotel group. The business class section is adorned with lumbar pillows co-created by the HUALUXE brand and Chinese artist Chen Jiu, providing passengers with a touch of Chinese aesthetics.

Passengers onboard the ‘IHG Explorer’ will also enjoy a creative co-branded safety video that highlights IHG’s diverse brand portfolio and captivating destinations in China. Additionally, the aircraft offers a unique dining experience with food from IHG’s sophisticated Chinese restaurant brand, Cai Feng Lou, showcasing a seasonal menu that blends classic Cantonese dishes with local flavors of Hainan.

Furthermore, IHG and Hainan Airlines will introduce diverse member benefits for IHG One Rewards and Fortune Wings Club members, offering a range of exciting experiences from ground to sky. This partnership between two industry giants is set to revolutionize air travel by combining seamless hospitality, cultural elements, and innovative experiences for passengers.