# Luxury Island Retreats IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens the Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang By Kalin Ned | Published 2025-10-27 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinso-resort References: [persportaal.anp.nl](https://persportaal.anp.nl/artikel/CSN-161025109/-first-look-dinso-resort--villas-ko-chang-vignette-collection-by-ihg----a-barefoot-castaway-sanctuary)  [IHG Hotels & Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ihg-hotels-resorts) has opened a new resort property in Thailand — the Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang. This expansion operates under [IHG's Vignette Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ihg-lift), which emphasizes [unique and independent hotel experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandarin-oriental-costa-navarino). Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang's design philosophy integrates natural and locally sourced materials, such as reclaimed wood and handmade textiles, to create an atmosphere described as "barefoot luxury." Accommodations range from standard rooms to private pool villas. All of these spaces incorporate rustic design elements. The property features multiple dining venues, a spa, a children's club, and a large swimming pool, alongside activities focused on local crafts and culture. Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang also emphasizes sustainability, which is manifested through the use of upcycled materials and partnerships with local environmental initiatives. Image Credit: IHG Hotels & Resorts ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 52% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/market) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Luxury:** The incorporation of upcycled materials and partnerships with environmental initiatives highlights a shift towards eco-friendly practices in the luxury resort industry. - **Cultural Immersion Experiences:** Activities that focus on local crafts and culture reflect a growing demand for authentic cultural experiences among travelers. - **Barefoot Luxury Design:** The emphasis on natural and locally sourced materials in resort designs signifies an emerging trend towards minimalist and nature-integrated aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Luxury retreats that emphasize unique and independent experiences are reshaping competitive dynamics in the hospitality sector. - **Sustainable Tourism:** The movement towards eco-friendly resort operations opens up new opportunities for innovation in sustainable tourism practices. - **Luxury Travel:** Integrating local cultural elements into luxury accommodations caters to a growing market segment seeking personalized and distinctive travel experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ihg-hotels-resorts.md) - [Contemporary Luxe Thai Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centara-reserve-samui.md) - [Leisure-Focused Hotel Chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/even-hotels1.md) - [Festive Hotel Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-programming.md) - [Botanical Cocktail Bar Openings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sipping-tiger.md) - [Beachfront Villa Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-a-hotel-aoshima.md) - [Glamorous Resort Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raffles-sentosa-singapore.md) - [Eid-Inspired Resort Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intercontinental-maldives.md) - [All-Inclusive Resort Redevelopments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carambola-beach-resort.md)