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Minor Hotels to Debut in Slovenia with Hotel Palace Portorož, Minor Reserve Collection

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has signed a management agreement with MK Group for Hotel Palace Portorož in Slovenia, marking the group's debut in the country and expansion along Europe's Adriatic coast. From 12 February 2026, the property will be operated by Minor Hotels and will reopen for the 2026 season in late March, ahead of an extensive refurbishment.

Kai Behrens has been appointed as General Manager at Kempinski Palace Portorož, Slovenia, and Kempinski Hotel Adriatic, Croatia

Behrens, a German national, was appointed to the position at Kempinski Palace Portorož, Slovenia, and Kempinski Hotel Adriatic, Croatia, with the aim of further positioning the two establishments as the leading luxury hotels in the region. He graduated from the School of Management in Dortmund, Germany, and holds an Executive MBA for Hospitality and Tourism from NEOMA Business School.