Beidahu, December 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/
On November 28, 2016, the globally acclaimed resort chain — Club Med (Mediterranée) — officially launched its distinctive “All-Inclusive Premium” vacation philosophy at Beidahu, a top-tier Chinese winter sports destination. Mr. Qian Jiannong, Vice President of Fosun Group and President of its Tourism & Commerce Group, Club Med Global CEO Mr. d’Estaing, and Club Med Greater China CEO Mr. [Name] attended the global inauguration ceremony of Club Med Beidahu Resort. Amidst a grand celebration, they joined global media in witnessing the spectacular opening of this international ski resort. This marks yet another significant step forward for Club Med in the Chinese market. Club Med Global CEO Henri stated, “From snowy Yabuli and picturesque Guilin, to pearl-like Dong Ao and enchanting Sanya, and now charismatic Beidahu — these destinations perfectly illustrate Club Med’s resolute expansion into China’s vacation market.” Henri Giscard Club Med Beidahu Resort Panorama Gino Andreetta China’s mass winter sports movement is thriving. At this pivotal moment, Club Med has leveraged its “All-Inclusive Premium” joy-creation model to build a brand-new winter resort in Beidahu — the birthplace of winter sports in China. Just a 1.5-hour drive from the internationally renowned “Spring City of the North,” Changchun, Club Med Beidahu Resort benefits from gently sloping terrain with few cliffs or steep drops. It boasts Asia’s top 19 professional ski runs, as well as freestyle ski jumps and off-piste areas. All feature high-quality powder snow, categorized by beginner, intermediate, advanced, and magic carpet levels — catering to skiers of all skill levels, including professionals. The excitement of speeding down the slopes and surfing through snow is accessible to everyone.
Long-term exclusive partnership with the world’s leading ski institution, France’s National Ski School ESF (École du Ski Français), enables Club Med to offer guests internationally standardized ski lessons. Whether you’re a complete beginner taking your first wobbly steps, an expert gliding with ease, a child or a parent — under the expert guidance of professional instructors, everyone can enjoy a carefree and joyful winter holiday. The introduction of complimentary ski passes allows guests unlimited access to the slopes during their stay, along with graded professional ESF instruction, making the snowy adventure effortless and worry-free. Outstanding young skiers can even earn globally recognized ESF badges and ski passports — high-quality endorsements that encourage continued progress on their skiing journey. For equipment, Club Med Beidahu Resort offers rentals of premium gear from the renowned French alpine, snowboard, and polar equipment brand Rossignol, ensuring guests can glide down the mountain scenery with complete peace of mind.
Club Med Beidahu Resort Room Interior – Warm and Refined
[Exciting Post-Ski Activities Deliver a Unique Winter Experience] FranceAs a global leader in mountain and snow vacation expertise, Club Med’s industry leadership goes far beyond skiing itself. Beyond sports, Club Med Beidahu Resort prepares a rich array of evening activities for guests. When night falls, the professional and attentive G.Os transform into party hosts, igniting lively dance parties in vibrant music-filled spaces. Hearty international feasts such as steaming hot pot offer a delightful blend of wintry charm and bold flavors. The “COMFORT ZONE” spa, in collaboration with Italy’s renowned organic spa brand, allows every guest to unwind and rejuvenate, leaving fatigue behind and embracing total relaxation.
The stylish and elegant ambiance of Club Med Beidahu Resort is inspired by the interplay of natural scenery and cinematic culture. From every window, guests are greeted with breathtaking mountain vistas, with glistening rime resembling jade trees and silver flowers. The interiors are woven together with scenes from both Chinese and international films, turning the entire resort into a grand movie dream factory full of magical allure.
Additionally, China’s first PASSWORLD program dedicated exclusively to youth creates a unique highlight at Club Med Beidahu Resort. From video editing to video games, from air hockey to ski simulators, world-class high-tech equipment sparks creativity in young minds, allowing them to experience the essence of modern art amidst playful revelry. In the kids’ club, snow gardens and ski schools tailored for children let every little one become a “junior ski athlete.” The warm and professional G.Os deliver a uniquely French vacation experience through international-standard service. They also provide music workshops, game factories, and more, allowing parents to fully unwind and rekindle their romantic connection.
Guests Speed Down the Slopes, Enjoying the Joy of Skiing
[Innovative Vacation Concept Opens a New Chapter for Beidahu]
As the leading brand of the global resort chain, Club Med was founded in 1950. After more than half a century of effort, it has planted its iconic trident logo in beautiful corners around the world, establishing nearly 70 resorts across 26 countries on five continents, attracting visitors from every corner of the globe. As its second-largest global market, China has seen Club Med establish resorts in Yabuli, Sanya, Guilin, and Dong Ao Island since its entry in 2003. As China’s fifth Club Med resort and its second winter resort, Club Med Beidahu Resort joins the other four to form a nationwide vacation network. To better integrate with local Chinese characteristics, Club Med became part of Fosun Group, holding an important position within its Happy Lifestyle investment portfolio. Backed by Fosun’s strong capabilities, Club Med has tapped into a broader Chinese market, bringing an unprecedented vacation trend to China’s tourism industry and introducing French art de vivre and the “All-Inclusive Premium” concept to more Chinese people.
With Beijing and Zhangjiakou’s successful bid for the 2022 Winter Olympics and the commitment to “bringing 300 million people onto the snow,” China’s winter sports industry is booming. In this golden era, Beidahu — a cherished destination among seasoned skiers — has been revitalized under Club Med’s meticulous craftsmanship. This will undoubtedly further ignite Chinese youth’s passion for skiing, elevate the overall skiing skill level of the public, expand the reach of winter sports in China, and guide it towards becoming a refined lifestyle.
As Club Med Greater China CEO [Name] said, “Proud of the development in the Chinese market, we hope to bring the joyful philosophy of Club Med’s Belgian anthropologist founder Gérard Blitz — ‘The ultimate goal of life is happiness, the time to seek it is now, and the place to find it is here’ — to the greatest nation and people in the world.” Club Med’s arrival in Beidahu not only expands its footprint in the Chinese market but also propels China’s winter sports from a dormant period into a golden age, injecting new momentum into its popularization and democratization. As the skiing trend heats up the mountain resort market, this unprecedentedly joyful French art de vivre will bring Europe’s popular winter ski travel trend to more Chinese people.
About
Club Med Beidahu Resort
All-Inclusive Premium Vacation Gino Andreetta Club Med Beidahu Resort (CN), located near the film hub of Changchun, features exquisitely designed, fashionably elegant architecture that blends cinematic culture and nature to offer you a winter skiing extravaganza and year-round mountain adventure.
Location:Situated in Beidahu, Jilin Province, 1.5 hours’ drive from Changchun Airport
Year-Round Operation:
November to March of the following year, ideal for skiing
Accommodation:
Located in Beidahu, Jilin Province, about a 1.5-hour drive from Changchun Airport
Operates year-round:
November to March of the following year — ideal for skiing
Accommodation:
A total of 176 rooms, including
- Premium Club Rooms, 30 square meters
- Deluxe Rooms, 44 to 80 square meters
- Deluxe Suites, 76 square meters
- Family Suites, 231 square meters
- Presidential Suite, 530 square meters
Restaurants and Bars:
A total of four restaurants and bars:
- Mountain Villa Restaurant, offering a rich selection of international buffet breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
- Little Red Bus Specialty Restaurant, serving hot pot dinners and all-day dining, including various noodles, dim sum, or snacks.
- Ula Bar, a vibrant entertainment venue offering a variety of soft drinks, cocktails, beers, wines, and more.
- Pine Forest Lounge Lobby Bar, serving a range of warm beverages such as coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks during the day, as well as afternoon tea; in the evening, it is open only to adults and offers alcoholic beverages.
Activities and Entertainment:
Skiing
- 19 ski runs: 2 beginner runs, 8 intermediate runs, 6 advanced runs, and 3 magic carpets
- Club Med Ski School: ski lessons available for both adults and children, from beginner to advanced levels
- Private Ski Lessons*
- Snow activities include alpine skiing, snowboarding, freestyle ski jumps, and more
Entertainment
- Fitness Center, offering classes in pole dancing, fitness, yoga, aerobics, and more
- Daytime movie screenings
- Evening live band performances, dance parties, and various themed parties
- Indoor entertainment: table football, archery challenge, simulated skiing challenge, air hockey, darts, table tennis, billiards*, and 4 KTV rooms, 4 mahjong rooms
- Spa services available at an additional charge
Children’s Facilities
- Toddler Club* for ages 2–3
- Children’s Club, themed around a music studio, for ages 4–10
- Teenagers’ Club, art center and game workshop with a recording studio and mini disco, for ages 11–17
- Children’s Ski Room
AboutClub Med (Club Mediterranean)
With its innovative vacation concept of “Premium All-Inclusive,” Club Med (short for Club Méditerranée in French, translated as “Mediterranean Club”) was founded in France in 1950 and is currently the world’s largest resort group. Since its establishment in 1950, it has attracted tourists from around the globe. From the idyllic splendor of Les Éboulements to the romantic Finolhu Island, from the paradise-like Dinarobin Beach to the serene and lush landscapes of Guilin... nearly 70 Club Med (Mediterranean Club) resorts across 26 countries are always situated in some of the most beautiful places on Earth. By the end of 2016, China will have five resorts: Yabuli, Guilin, Dong’ao Island, Sanya, and Beidahu. The “Premium All-Inclusive” vacation not only offers a variety of family-friendly room types, kids' clubs for all age groups, international gourmet cuisine, and a wide range of outdoor activities, but also features multilingual, friendly G.Os who carefully plan a series of activities for your whole family: adventure hikes, entertainment shows, family games... Club Med is dedicated to creating resonance through human interaction, bringing joy amidst stunning scenery, offering you a unique experience, and unforgettable memories at Club Med. The 2016/2017 global ski season has officially begun, and the brand-new mountain resort — Club Med Beidahu Resort (CN) — is now open as well. Come and enjoy an unforgettable winter wonderland experience at Club Med.
*The innovative vacation concept of “Premium All-Inclusive” was pioneered by Club Med and includes:
- Airport transfers and warm welcome (at select resorts)
- A variety of room types to choose from
- Nighttime entertainment and parties
- All-day dining with a rich selection of food and beverages, including unlimited drinks at the bar
- A wide range of activities tailored to the destination
- A relaxing and enjoyable environment created by our multicultural, international G.Os
- Thoughtfully designed kids' clubs (ages 4 months to 17 years)
- A pioneer in winter snow sports and coastal water sports, with professional instructors available
- Harmony with extraordinary nature, leisurely relaxation, and enjoyment of private space
- Vacation experiences for families, couples, and business travelers
*The “Kids’ Clubs” are holiday services for children of all ages, first introduced globally by Club Med:
- “Baby Club Med” (for babies aged 4–23 months)
- “Petit Club Med” (for toddlers aged 2–3 years)
- “Mini Club” (for children aged 4–10 years)
- “Junior Club Med / Pass World for Teenagers” (for teens aged 11–17 years)
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Official website: www.clubmed.com.cn
Tmall store: http://clubmed.alitrip.com
Official Weibo: http://weibo.com/clubmed
Hotline: 021-61972985