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Development Renovation

A complete renovation will attain exclusive extra luxury residences, which will be put up for sale by Lionard Luxury Real Estate

The magnificent Palazzo Serristori in Florence (https://www.lionard.com/palazzo-serristori-for-sale-in-florence.html), one of the most important Renaissance buildings in the city, with its unique position on the Arno near Ponte Vecchio, 5,500 square metres of interiors and approximately 3,000 square metres of garden, will be completely restored after long years of non-use.Acquired last March by the LDC Group of Taiwan - already involved in the redevelopment of another building of extraordinary historical value in Florence, Palazzo Portinari Salviati - it will be restored, thanks to an impressive renovation that will start next spring, to create prestigious extra luxury apartments, with prices ranging from 2 to 7 million euros, the sale of which will be handled exclusively by Lionard Luxury Real Estate (https://www.lionard.com/). Each of the apartments, embellished with period frescoes, will have common areas such as the spectacular garden with swimming pool and the SPA.

Lionard Luxury Real Estate
Firenze, Italy
Appointment

Silvia Cantarella has been appointed as Chapter Leader Italy at WHTT Women in Hospitality and Travel-Tech

Silvia has been working in Hospitality in the field of Total Revenue Management and Commercial Strategy for more than 16 years, 13 years in international chains and 3 years for independents. She is the founder of Revenue Acrobats offering  mentoring, coaching, and consulting to Hotels in partnership with other freelance professionals. Silvia Cantarella's appointment to WHTT is further the organisation's mission to increase the success and engagement in the workplace for women and other underrepresented groups, and to enable companies to attract, develop and retain potential diverse talent, nurtured by a powerful community. WHTT believes that by inspiring communities to enter the industry and organizations to leverage and retain in the sector, will create more diverse and inclusive leadership. Silvia will take WHTT's global mission to the next level by opening a new local Chapter from Verona.

RAIZUP
Verona, Italy
Development Rebranding

Meliá Hotels International Announces Opening Gran Meliá Hotel In The Centre Of Milan

Meliá Hotels International and Generali Real Estate are delighted to announce that they will be partnering together in a unique project in Milan: a new Gran Meliá hotel opening in the city centre in 2023. This announcement confirms both players' confidence in Milan and their recognition of the investment opportunities within the city, as the travel industry recovers following the pandemic.

Gran Meliá
Milan, Italy
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Development Deal

Your Family Getaway In Florence

This autumn, Florence is the perfect getaway for families to reconnect and create a lifetime of memories at Hotel Savoy, a Rocco Forte Hotel. Set in the heart of this exciting city, guests can plan their family stay by taking advantage of the new Family Getaway Package to fully enjoy the best time of the year to visit Tuscany and the capital of the Renaissance.

Rocco Forte Hotels
Firenze, Italy
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Appointment

Stefano Michetti has been appointed as General Manager at Galleria Vik Milano

Galleria Vik Milano is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefano Michetti as General Manager. A seasoned and respected leader, Michetti joins Galleria Vik Milano with over twenty years of hospitality experience. Galleria Vik Milano which first opened its doors in late 2019, is a true haven of art, culture and architecture, where unparalleled design meets warm, convivial service to create an unmatched experience.

Vik Retreats
Milan, Italy
Development Pipeline

Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection Announces December 1st Opening

The fascinating, medieval city walls that surround Lucca, Italy, are welcoming its first full-service luxury hotel when the Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection, opens in the heart of its historic old town on December 1st. Standing stylishly and overlooking Piazza del Giglio and Piazza Napoleone, the former 16th century palazzo will debut a masterfu lly renovated design, fueled by an arts and music-focused concept that is beautifully evocative of the city's past and present.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Lucca, Italy
Development Rebranding

Four Seasons Hotels And Resorts To Manage Historic San Domenico Palace In Taormina, Italy

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world's leading luxury hospitality company, together with Gruppo Statuto, one of the leading hotel development companies, is happy to announce that the celebrated San Domenico Palace in Taormina is under an extensive renovation program and will be unveiled as San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel.

Four Seasons
Taormina, Italy
Development Deal

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze Unveils Food And Beverage Offers For The Fall Season

Il Palagio, the Michelin-starred restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, is reopening on September 9, 2020 for dinner, from Wednesday to Saturday. The restaurant, with its unique historical setting overlooking the Hotel's private garden, is the ideal location for an al fresco dinner on the terrace or a unique indoor experience. Chef Vito Mollica and his team have created a brand new menu, in addition to a special seven-course surprise-tasting menu by the Michelin-starred Chef Vito.

Four Seasons
Firenze, Italy
Development Reopening

The Top Table In Rome Hotel De La Ville Launches The New Cielo Terrace On 3 September

Hotel de la Ville, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is due to reopen on Thursday, 3rd September 2020 and with it the most wanted seat overlooking Rome from its glorious Cielo Terrace, a favourite of international and local guests alike, set on the hotel's top floors and offering a sweeping 180-degree view over the city. Launched in 2019, the Hotel de la Ville has quickly become one of Rome's most coveted addresses thanks to its vibrant personality, striking design and lively atmosphere. Having won several international design awards, hosted fashion events, film stars, artist and international personalities, the hotel reopens its doors with an enhanced roof top terrace. Following the huge success of last season's "aperitivi" the Cielo Terrace will now be hosting guests throughout the day offering a range of menus designed by Fulvio Pierangelini, Director of Food at Rocco Forte Hotels, acclaimed worldwide for the creative simplicity and authenticity of his dishes. Starting from the most scenic of breakfasts and al fresco lunches to breathtaking sunset cocktails and romantic candle light dinners, Fulvio's menus feature seasonal local produce artfully blended into memorable meals. Private dining experiences may be arranged on the hotel's panoramic terraces, for guests wishing to have tailored menus and their very own stunning view of the Eternal City.Hotel de la Ville also offers in-suite cooking classes and cocktail master classes with the expert assistance of the Hotel Chef and Head Bartender for guests wanting to learn the art of local cuisine and mixology. These are just some of the numerous special activities Hotel de la Ville has prepared to welcome guests who pick the Eternal City for their late summer trips and choose the hotel's Roman Escape package. Valid until October 2020 and starting from €610. The Hotel de la Ville will be reopening more splendid and vibrant than ever delivering the same attention to detail, intuitive service and personalised care for which Rocco Forte Hotels are trusted.

Rocco Forte Hotels
Rome, Italy