Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network, compiled and reported by Li Xinyi
Hotels are not just places to stay—they can also be temples of tasteful living. Three Peninsula Hotels in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Beijing’s Wangfujing have launched the “Peninsula Lifestyle Academy” program (Lifestyle Academy), covering image consulting, gourmet tasting, social etiquette, and golf skills, among others. The activities are conducted in English or Mandarin, allowing hotel guests to learn in a relaxed and enjoyable environment, boosting their confidence and lifestyle sophistication.
Learn golf courses at The Peninsula Hong Kong, where participants can take a helicopter directly from the hotel’s rooftop helipad to the golf course. (Photo provided by Peninsula Hotels)
In the image consulting sessions, professional image advisors designated by the hotel provide in-depth consultations to assess each guest’s unique needs. On the day of the event, participants can enjoy VIP shopping experiences at flagship stores in the Peninsula Shopping Arcade and other premium boutiques, getting early access to limited-edition collections or one-of-a-kind items. For social etiquette, Peninsula Hotels offers a series of courses for adults and children aged 7 to 12, covering table manners, floral table arrangements, and tips for planning banquets or cocktail parties. Additionally, The Peninsula Shanghai offers a social dance etiquette class where children aged 11 to 13 can learn dance techniques while also mastering social skills.
As for the indispensable gourmet tasting sessions in a stylish life, hotel experts guide participants in gaining an in-depth understanding of the art of fine dining and the secrets to appreciating signature dishes and ingredients. The Peninsula Hong Kong will also offer caviar, chocolate, and Chinese tea tasting classes, while guests at The Peninsula Shanghai can savor delicacies such as black truffle, oysters, and lobster. Those wishing to enhance their wine appreciation skills or build their own private wine cellar can receive personalized consultations from the sommelier at The Peninsula Shanghai, who will accompany them on a tour of the hotel’s private wine cellar and its collection of fine wines. The Peninsula Beijing provides instruction from celebrity chefs on the techniques of preparing gourmet banquet dishes.
Gourmet tasting courses are led by experts teaching the art of savoring fine cuisine and appreciating signature dishes. (Photo provided by The Peninsula Hong Kong)
Finally, for the golf skills course, the most luxurious learning experience is offered by The Peninsula Hong Kong. Participants can take the hotel’s private helicopter from the rooftop helipad to the high-end golf course in Sai Kung, where they will receive professional instruction. Meanwhile, those interested in polo can arrange for exclusive polo training activities with top-tier polo clubs in China through the hotel. Visit www.peninsula.com.
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