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Preserve and Protect the Cherry Blossoms with the Willard InterContinental

Washington, D.C.
written by Contributor March 2, 2020
Preserve and Protect the Cherry Blossoms with the Willard InterContinental

This Cherry Blossom season, guests can help preserve and protect the Cherry Blossoms and DC’s Tidal Basin with an exclusive luxury VIP experience at the Willard InterContinental. Situated in the heart of Washington, D.C., just blocks from the iconic Tidal Basin and famed Cherry Blossom trees, the Willard InterContinental is offering a one-of-a-kind Cherry Blossom experience for those who not only want to experience their beauty but also want to help preserve and protect them for generations to come. 

 

Luxury Cherry Blossom Experience in Washington, D.C.

is helping preserve the seasonal beauties

Between March 13th and April 18th, both Peacock Alley and The Willard’s lobby will be adorned with the prominently pink signature blossoms to celebrate the city-wide festival while also paying homage to the hotel’s storied history with Japan, after hosting the first-ever Japanese delegation.

Embracing its role and rich history with Cherry Blossoms, The Willard is offering an over-the-top luxury cherry blossom experience that includes: 

  • Accommodations at the luxurious Willard InterContinental in a presidential suite or room type of choice
  • Mini massage for two at Mynd Spa & Salon at the Willard InterContinental (redeemable during reservation dates only)
  • Daily breakfast for two in Cafe du Parc
  • Cherry Blossom themed welcome gift
  • Welcome amenity
  • Valet parking for one vehicle

Experience Enhancements:

  •  Private 1.5-hour tour on foot, by electric bike or luxury vehicle, of the Tidal Basin including the famed cherry blossom trees and the iconic monuments that surround them
  • Seating at the Willard InterContinental’s popular Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea service (available Friday – Sunday)

And, as a way to give back and help preserve and protect the Tidal Basin and surrounding historic trees, 15% of proceeds from this exclusive experience benefit the ‘Giving Back Campaign’, a fundraising initiative to support the Save the Tidal Basin campaign and the Cherry Tree Endowment Fund.

Stay dates: March 13 – April 18, 2020. Must book 72 hours in advance. Minimum 2-night stay.

Rates start at $449 per night. Experience enhancements for an additional fee.

 

A Stupendous Afternoon Tea: Cherry Blossom Tea

A spin on the traditional afternoon tea, the Cherry Blossom menu will be infused with Japanese elements from the sandwiches, like the Lemon-Scented Cream Cheese and Cucumber, to the pastries and scones created by the talented Jason Jimenez. Reflected in menu items like the Jasmine Tea Shortbread Cookie or Orange Blossom Almond Tart, Jimenez has added a Japanese twist to some of his favorite recipes. Perhaps the most unique creation will be the Matcha Green Tea Scone which incorporates Matcha powder and will be served with Devonshire cream and house-made cherry curd. Additionally, the J’ewey Tea Company has custom created a special Jasmine Cherry Blossom Tea blend, which is a blend of freshly dried cranberries, blackberries, raspberries, hibiscus, rose hips and green tea leaves laid over jasmine flowers for three days. The Round Robin Bar will also pay tribute to the festival by offering a Sakura Martini consisting of Chopin Vodka, Sake, Kirsch Eau de Vie and garnished with an edible Sakura Blossom, while Café du Parc will feature a Matcha Green Tea Crème Brulee topped with a sesame seed brand snap and fresh strawberries.

The Willard offers an unmatched celebration with the Cherry Blossom Tea, held Thursday through Sunday, beginning on March 20th, 2020 and available through April 12th, 2020. Sittings are offered between 1 pm and 4 pm for $75 per person, $85 including champagne and $35 per child.

 

About InterContinental Hotels & Resorts

At InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts we believe international travel should always be alluring. We are dedicated to those who appreciate and enjoy The InterContinental Life – the glamour and exhilaration of fascinating places, mixed with our international know-how and local cultural wisdom.

As the world’s first international luxury travel hotel brand, we have been pioneering new international destinations for decades. Each of our hotels is a destination in its own right with a distinctive style and ambiance, from historic buildings to city landmarks and immersive resorts in every corner of the globe.

 

About InterContintenal Hotels Group

InterContinental Hotels Group plc, informally InterContinental Hotels or IHG, is a British multinational hospitality company headquartered in Denham, Buckinghamshire, England. IHG has about 842,749 guest rooms and 5,656 hotels across nearly 100 countries. IHG owns several brands, including InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses Hotels, Kimpton Hotels and Resorts, Hualuxe, Crowne Plaza, voco Hotels, Hotel Indigo, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn club vacations, avid, Candlewood Suites, EVEN Hotels, and Staybridge Suites. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.

https://washington.intercontinental.com/

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