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🏠 Mercure Ax-les-Thermes, a historic XIX century château in Ax-les-Thermes, will open in May 2025 as a renovated hotel by Cité Hôtels. Set in a 2-hectare park, it features two complementary entities: Château de Villemur and a new contemporary building. The château includes two 100 m2 apartments, while the restaurant Le Fédou offers 100 seats, split between indoor (60) and terrace dining (40), serving Pyrenean local cuisine.

🍕 Alicia Vegezzi founded Bouchées Doubles Partners in December 2024 to connect high-end restaurant concepts with ambitious partners. Aiming to be the top platform for upscale franchise development and innovative concept implementation. Already partnering with brands like Groupe Giraudi and newcomers like Casa Azul and Juma. Supported by successful culinary entrepreneur Riccardo Giraudi.

🌞 Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, opened Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella on February 25, 2025, revitalizing one of Spain's most distinguished hotels. Originally established in 1962 in Costa del Sol, it was the first Spanish hotel to earn a Michelin star. The luxury brand blends historical grandeur with relaxed contemporary luxury after extensive renovations. Located in Marbella's most exclusive enclave 500 meters from the Mediterranean, it has 195 elegantly designed rooms, including 60 suites with private terraces and sea views. The hotel's revamp, led by award-winning Barcelona-based El Equipo Creativo, incorporates geometric patterns, terracotta tiles, and fluid organic curves. Rooms by Cristina Carulla Studio feature natural materials and vibrant colors, emphasizing Mediterranean living and offering stunning views.