FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2019

Much-Loved Hello Kitty Meets The Peninsula Bear At ’s Grande Dame The Peninsula Hong Kong launches a one-of-a-kind partnership to bring guests a series of enchanted family experiences

One of the world’s best-loved characters, Hello Kitty is headed to Hong Kong to sprinkle her unique brand of light-hearted cheer over The Peninsula, thanks to the legendary hotel’s new partnership with Hello Kitty creator Sanrio. The collaboration celebrates Hello Kitty’s friendship with The Peninsula’s own iconic mascot, The Peninsula Bear (Pen Bear), to offer guests a variety of unique experiences and special treats.

From 15 July until 22 December 2019, the Hello Kitty – Limited Edition Luxury Stay Offer allows guests to immerse themselves in the character’s charming world while enjoying all the trappings of elegant luxury for which The Peninsula is famed. The family-friendly package includes a limited-edition Hello Kitty and Pen Bear plush toy set as well as a specially themed amenity including bathrobe and slippers and more. In addition, Hello Kitty and Pen Bear might appear during the promotion period, giving adorable surprises spontaneously to guests*. For reservations and more information, please visit https://www.peninsula.com/hong-kong or contact The Peninsula Global Customer Service Centre on (+852) 2910 1628 or by email at [email protected].

Available at The Lobby from 1 August to 30 September 2019, the Hello Kitty Culinary Adventure Afternoon Tea takes inspiration from Hello Kitty’s signature style to offer an extraordinary twist on the world-famous Peninsula Afternoon Tea tradition. Reflecting both Kitty’s sprightly lifestyle and the classic elegance of The Peninsula, the limited-edition tea set is decorated with Hello Kitty’s signature bow and includes English trifle cake, Chocolate rose tea sandwich cookie and Caramel apple tart. In addition, Hello Kitty and Pen Bear will make appearance spontaneously during the promotion period*, giving guests the opportunity to snap fun pictures with them.

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* Hello Kitty and Pen Bear might meet and greet the guests during the promotion period, please stay tuned to The Peninsula Hong Kong’s official channels for details.

Priced at HK$ 438 for one person or HK$ 798 for two (subject to 10% service charge), each patron will receive a memento as giveaway. The themed afternoon tea will be served daily from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm during the promotion period. For enquiries, please call The Lobby on (+852) 2696 6772 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Commemorating the enduring friendship between Hello Kitty and Pen Bear, an array of exclusive items featuring the adorable pair will also be available at the concierge of The Peninsula Hong Kong while supplies last. The limited-edition plush toy set of Hello Kitty and Pen Bear, is available to purchase from 1 August; while the beguiling world-first Hello Kitty 3D chocolate statue will be available from 1 September.

* Terms and conditions apply to the Hello Kitty – Limited Edition Luxury Stay Offer: • Subject to 10% service charge • A limited-edition bathrobe and slipper set are offered per guest per stay; while limited- edition toiletry pouch and limited-edition Hello Kitty and Pen Bear plush toy are offered per room per stay • Additional amenity for children includes a limited-edition Hello Kitty toothbrush travel and more

The collaboration of Hello Kitty and The Peninsula Deluxe Harbour View Suite Bear will offer guests a variety of unique experiences and special treats

MUCH-LOVED HELLO KITTY MEETS PENINSULA BEAR AT THE PENINSULA THIS SUMMER AS HONG KONG’S GRANDE DAME – 3

Hello Kitty Culinary Adventure Hello Kitty Culinary Adventure Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea - Exquisite Desserts About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, , , , , , The Peninsula Beverly Hills, , , and . Projects under development include The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Istanbul and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes Complex, The and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong. About Sanrio Sanrio, founded in 1960, by Shintaro Tsuji with a core value of “Small Gift, Big Smile”. Sanrio has been delivering smiles through heart-warming gifts and experience for over 50 years as a leading international lifestyle brand. Empowered by love and creativity, 400 of Sanrio’s endearing characters have had their footprints in over 109 countries. Sanrio strives to connect people with smiles much bigger than the gift itself so as to create a loving world together.

For further information, please contact: Ms Cecilia Lui Ms Elizabeth Yau Regional Director of Communications, Greater China Public Relations Manager The Peninsula Hong Kong The Peninsula Hong Kong Salisbury Road, , , Hong Kong Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Telephone : +852 2696 6605 Telephone : +852 2696 6607 Fax : +852 2696 6633 Fax : +852 2696 6633 Email : [email protected] Email : [email protected] Website : www.peninsula.com Website : www.peninsula.com Newsroom : peninsula.com/en/newsroom/hong-kong