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🏖️ In 2024, Sunêlia Vacances, a leader in 4 & 5-star open-air hotels, partnered with Sea Green, adding 8 establishments to its network. Five Sea Green establishments are on the Atlantic coast: Emeraude (5 stars, 192 employees), Le Paradis (4 stars, 190 employees), Domaine les Grenettes (5 stars, hotel with 49 rooms, 200 employees), Domaine de La Forge (5 stars, 400 employees), and Erreka (4 stars, 179 employees). Two are on the Mediterranean: Cala LLevado (5 stars, 650 employees) and L’Occitan (4 stars, 194 employees), with the 8th, Château du Gibanel (4 stars, 258 employees), located in Corrèze.

🏖 InterContinental Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the InterContinental Crete, its first property in the Greek islands, expanding IHG's luxury and lifestyle portfolio. The resort features modern architecture, two infinity pools with panoramic views of Mirabello Bay, three Mediterranean restaurants led by Michelin-starred Chef Nikos Roussos, a nature-inspired wellness center, and family amenities. Most rooms come with private pools and many are interconnecting, catering to couples, families, and intergenerational travelers. Situated near the cosmopolitan city of Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion's capital and airport are less than an hour away.

🍴 The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara introduces two new exclusive culinary experiences in Zambia: The Gorge Picnic and Zambezi Dining Experience, set in the Batoka Gorge and featuring local flavors. Guests are flown by helicopter to a secluded picnic spot overlooking the Zambezi River, indulging in gourmet dishes like Zambezi bream with ponzu sauce and boerewors beef in local herb jus, with a private beach setting ideal for intimate celebrations or corporate events. The experience concludes with a scenic flight over Victoria Falls.

🎂 Loulou, a chic Parisian restaurant, opens on December 6, 2024, at the Palace Barrière Les Neiges in Courchevel. Designed by architect Corinne Sachot, the venue offers a unique two-level experience that melds Alpine tradition with global influences. Features include warm woodwork, cozy furnishings, mountain views, and a large terrace that becomes a lively spot with DJ sets and hot cocktails.