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🏨 Union Investment sold Le Méridien hotel in Stuttgart, located at 30, Willy-Brandt-Strasse, to a joint venture between HWS Immobilien- und Vermögensverwaltung GmbH and MHP Hotel AG. The hotel had been in the UniInstitutional European Real Estate fund's portfolio since 2005. The purchase price was not disclosed. MHP and HWS plan to reposition the establishment after the lease expires. Union Investment aims to expand its high-end hotel portfolio and explore international opportunities, specifically in the economic and upper upscale segments, as well as in vacation property acquisitions.

🎨 SAB's exclusive exhibition at Méridien Nice from November 22, 2024 to June 2025 celebrates the 10th anniversary of her iconic blue chair and coincides with the hotel's 50th and the Promenade des Anglais' 200th anniversaries. Since 2021, Nice has UNESCO World Heritage status and promotes contemporary art in public spaces. SAB's blue chair, installed on the Promenade des Anglais in 2012, is a symbol of the seaside and meditative contemplation.

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🎶 Hard Rock Café, a tourist landmark, closed after nearly 33 years at 14 boulevard Montmartre in Paris. Starting its journey in 1991, the establishment contributed to training many restaurant managers who became notable in commercial catering. The closure was announced with thanks to the city of Paris for its warm and enthusiastic welcome.

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🌎 Côte d’Azur, France, launches a strategic professional and media mission to China, partnering with local entities like the Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolitan Tourist Office and Cannes Festival Palace. The goal is to boost visibility in the revitalizing Chinese market and attract Chinese travelers seeking experiences on the Côte d'Azur. The #CotedAzurFrance team's trip aligns with Atout France's efforts to promote the region outside the summer season to one of the most dynamic markets.

🌉 The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) made a two-year agreement with Skyscanner on October 15, 2024, to promote Singapore as a preferred travel destination. This partnership focuses on joint marketing campaigns for smarter targeting to boost interest and stimulate bookings from selected markets in Europe and Southeast Asia, enhancing brand awareness through co-branding, and developing a stopover strategy to refine the booking process.

🎊 Brown’s Hotel (Rocco Forte Hotels) in Mayfair announced a partnership with luxury Italian brand Golden Goose starting November 15. The collaboration merges Italian heritage, craftsmanship, creativity and timeless elegance to create an exclusive Christmas experience. Guests will be welcomed by a specially designed Christmas tree and decorations featuring Golden Goose's signature star pattern. Additionally, an exclusive gift box with a boutique Co-Creation experience is included. Federico Pavan, mixology director at Donovan Bar, created the "Dream Spritz" cocktail inspired by his Italian roots.

🎄 From December 5, 2024, to January 12, 2025, La Romaine sets up at the Hôtel des Académies et des Arts, located at 15 rue de la Grande Chaumière, near the Luxembourg Garden. La Romaine celebrates art and lifestyle against the backdrop of Hemingway's "Paris est une fête". Iconic pieces and new creations will enhance the hotel spaces, including a Christmas boutique in the workshop. La Romaine Éditions, founded by Pauline Vincent, offers a poetic collection including the Peony candle, Camellia chandeliers, Hyacinth flutes, and Mimosa plates.

👌 Lucrèce Lacchio, Cheffe at the Michelin-starred educational restaurant Le Berceau des Sens at EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, has crafted a festive recipe for marinated scallops with avocado coulis and soured milk. Designed for four people, the dish includes 12 fresh whole scallops, 2 kiwis, 2 lemons, 2 avocados, 20g flat parsley, 50g trout eggs, 20cl whole milk, a bunch of dill, colza oil, olive oil, and salt. Follow her expert preparation steps for a delightful Christmas starter.