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🎃 In February, Venice's Carnaval saw an 18% increase in Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR), driven by the Carnaval's popularity. The hotel industry's success was primarily due to a 16.8% rise in average prices, while occupancy rates grew only slightly by 0.5 point. Compared to 2023, attendance increased by 4.4 points. Despite the ongoing issue of overtourism, Venice chose not to impose the contentious entry fee during the Carnaval.

🎉 Aquazzura, a luxury fashion brand from Italy, partnered with the iconic Hotel de Russie in Rome to open its first bar, marking Aquazzura's debut in the hospitality industry. The collaboration celebrates the hotel's 25th anniversary, blending Aquazzura's design with the hotel's timeless elegance. The bar is set in a hidden courtyard, reflecting a Secret Garden theme inspired by Aquazzura Casa Secret Garden tableware collection, featuring 18th-century botanical illustrations, birds, and butterflies in lush, verdant tones.

🥃 Starting June 2025, Edrington France will distribute Highland Park scotch from Orkney archipelago, taking over from Campari. This enhances Edrington's portfolio with luxury distribution networks, featuring Highland Park's emblematic expressions such as 12, 15, 18 years, and other prestigious collections. Unique to Highland Park is the use of Orcadian heather peat for malting, adding a smoky note. Edrington France, established January 2022, also distributes The Macallan, The Glenrothes, and Brugal rum.

📌 Affaire de Styles, located at 7 bis rue d’Issy, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France, offers contact information including a phone number +33 (0)1 46 05 00 45. For changes to directory details such as web links, logos, and descriptions, subscription or contact options are available. The page includes a link for legal terms and a QR code for source attribution. The directory lists varied businesses, from hospitality software to textile suppliers, each providing specialized services or products to the hospitality industry, with some boasting decades of experience or a focus on innovation and customer experience.

🌆 On July 1, 1997, Hong Kong transitioned from British rule to becoming part of the People's Republic of China, with a status granting partial autonomy until 2047. In Central, amidst towering skyscrapers and luxurious shopping malls featuring premium brands such as LVMH, the upper and middle classes indulge in consumerism. A 42-kilometer-long bridge connects Hong Kong to Macao for occasional escapes. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly reduced maritime traffic in Victoria Harbour.

🏡 TOOR Hotel, part of the JdV ("Joie de Vivre") collection by Hyatt, is located in Toronto's vibrant Garden District. Katie Johnson, Hyatt's vice president and global brand leader, highlights the hotel's design and welcoming atmosphere that reflects Toronto's spirit. The hotel features 232 rooms and suites with stunning views of the city and Lake Ontario. Manga Hotel Group manages the property, which includes Muse Bistro + Bar, offering French-inspired dining and room service 7 days a week.

🛒 88% of retailers believe digital is key to growth; 50% see AI as a growth opportunity. 75% of consumers prefer in-store purchase completion, while 22% favor online. 51% find digital tools helpful in shopping. Despite online commerce growth, French consumers favor physical stores, with 51% of retailers planning new physical outlets. Additionally, 74% of consumers appreciate in-store seller recommendations, and 56% feel advice quality is enhanced by digital support.

🏨 SCPI Atream Hôtels acquired The Ruck Hotel in Lyon, which features 134 rooms, coworking spaces, and a bistronomic restaurant. Managed by GL Events, the hotel is in Gerland near the Gerland stadium. The property is under a 16-year lease, indicating a long-term partnership with GL Events, catering to both leisure and business clientele, thereby significantly enhancing Lyon's hotel offerings.

🌍 French travelers are gearing up for spring vacations from April 5 to May 5, 2025, with Booking.com noting a trend towards solo travel for more freedom and self-reflection. Popular domestic destinations include Paris, Nice, and Marseille, indicating a desire to rediscover diverse French landscapes. Internationally, the favored spots are sunny cultural capitals such as Marrakech, Dubaï, and Istanbul, showcasing a blend of local exploration and global wanderlust.

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