IHG Launches Early Bird Offer for Holiday Travel Across Greater China

17 September 2026, Shanghai – As the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday approach, travellers across Greater China are booking earlier and choosing from a wider range of destinations. With its extensive hotel network and diverse brand portfolio, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is offering guests more choice across destinations, alongside an early booking offer to make holiday planning easier.

More Destinations, More Ways to Travel

From long getaways to a short break close to home or emerging destinations, travellers are embracing a broader range of holiday experiences this season. Across Greater China, three travel trends are standing out, with IHG’s 14 brands offering options to suit every kind of journey.

Longer, more immersive trips are on the rise. Travellers are spending more time in each destination, seeking deeper and more immersive experiences. Western Sichuan, known for its dramatic mountain scenery, alpine lakes and distinctive local culture, is attracting travellers looking to venture. Holiday Inn Express Litang, Holiday Inn Express Daocheng Yading and Holiday Inn Batang provide convenient bases for exploring the region.

Short breaks close to home remain popular. Destinations including Huzhou, Ningbo, Suzhou, Wuxi and Nanjing continue to attract families and groups of friends with convenient transport links, scenic surroundings and a variety of leisure experiences. With a strong presence across the region, IHG offers a range of options for an easy getaway, including Crowne Plaza Huzhou, Holiday Inn Resort Ningbo Ninghai, Hotel Indigo Suzhou Yangcheng Lake, InterContinental Wuxi Taihu New City and voco Nanjing Garden Expo.

Emerging destinations are attracting growing interest. Travellers are looking beyond traditional city breaks for coastal escapes, mountain adventures, hiking and cultural experiences. Destinations such as Qinhuangdao, Chongli, Wugong Mountain, Wushan and Luoyang are gaining attention, with IHG hotels offering stays that complement the character of each destination. These include Resea Hotel Beidaihe, Vignette Collection, EVEN Hotel Chongli, voco Wugong Mountain Jiangxi, HUALUXE Chongqing Wushan and Holiday Inn Express Luoyang Nanchang Road.

More Value When Booking Ahead

As part of its early bird offer, IHG is offering IHG One Rewards members up to 24% off stays at participating hotels across Greater China for bookings made at least 14 days in advance.

Available across a wide range of brands and destinations, the offer gives members more value and flexibility when planning their trips. Through IHG One Rewards, IHG continues to bring relevant benefits into the travel experience while expanding choice for guests across Greater China.

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