SINGAPORE—RCI recently welcomed three new affiliated resorts in China to its vacation exchange network: Shangshanqi Villa Resort and Taoyuan Hot Spring International Hotel in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, and Bo’ao Holliyard Seaview Resort in Hainan Island. The signing of these agreements expands RCI’s portfolio of resorts in China to more than 55 properties.
Shangshanqi Villa Resort is located at the foot of Qingcheng Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Qingcheng Mountain has been an important Taoist site for centuries, as it is believed to be one of the birthplaces of Taoism. Attractions accessible from the resort include the Jianfu Palace, Moon City Lake, ancient Taoist and Buddhist temples and other historical relics. The resort comprises 760 villas, and all units come with a living room and a full kitchen. It is 40 minutes away from Shuangliu International Airport via high-speed rail, and an hour away via shuttle bus.
Taoyuan Hot Spring International Hotel is located roughly 35 miles west of Chengdu Dayi Heming Taoist Cultural scenic site, near the entrance of Qingcheng Mountain. The hotel’s architecture and decor are strongly influenced by Taoism, in honor of the religion’s birthplace. Its exterior resembles a traditional Taoist temple, with a yin yang bagua—a design associated with Taoism—prominently featured on the ceiling of the hotel lobby, and subtly integrated throughout the hotel premises. Opened in 2010, the hotel is an hour’s drive from Shuangliu International Airport and has a total of 132 guestrooms. It offers indoor and outdoor hot spring pools, and is close to tourist attractions such as golf courses, ski fields and cultural sites.
Boao Holliyard Seaview Resort is located in the tourism area of Qionghai, east of Hainan Island and some 55 miles from Haikou Airport. The town is known for the Boao Forum for Asia, a platform for dialogue among Asian government officials, business leaders and experts to promote economic exchange and corporation. The annual conference is held at Boao every year. The resort has 384 sea view rooms spread over 18 floors. Each room is furnished with a modern design and offers complimentary wireless Internet access. The hotel offers recreational facilities, such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, a fitness center and a full-service spa. It is a 15-minute drive from Boao Golf and Country Club and Qionghai Boao Oriental Culture Garden.