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🗺 Rome and Paris hosted tourism training events on June 23 and 25 to promote Brazil as a key travel destination. Embratur, Brazil's international tourism promotion agency, led these workshops to enhance cultural and natural diversity awareness, emphasizing sustainable experiences and improving air connectivity with Europe. The "Brasil Travel Specialist" (BTS) platform was highlighted to educate international professionals on Brazilian tourism offerings. Marcelo Freixo, President of Embratur, stressed the importance of Brazil's UNESCO World Heritage sites.

🎨 VINCI Autoroutes highlights 36 museums across 9 service areas of the A8 highway from Aix-en-Provence to Menton, including Le Var, throughout the summer of 2025. The "Sur la route avec..." exhibition aims to enhance tourism and promote road safety by encouraging travelers to take breaks. Initiated with local tourism agencies, the exhibition was inaugurated today on three sites in Le Var, showcasing regional cultural richness.

💸 Hawkins Way Capital announced on July 2, 2025, the acquisition of the former Holiday Inn in Manhattan's Financial District, New York. With $3 billion in assets under management, the firm aims to reposition the 492-key hotel, closed during COVID-19, into a hybrid residential space. The facility will offer approximately 650 beds, featuring amenities like shared kitchens and lounges. FCL Management, managing over 6,000 beds nationwide, will oversee operations.

🏨 Armani, Bulgari, Dior, LVMH, and Versace have expanded into luxury hotels across cities like Tokyo, Paris, Dubai, and more, creating immersive brand experiences. These high-end hotels, such as Armani Hotel Milano and Bulgari Hotel Tokyo, offer a unique style and generate recurring revenue. They serve as brand ambassadors, strengthening their luxury positioning, and cater to affluent international clientele with personalized services and cross-selling opportunities. Notable locations include Cheval Blanc Paris and Palazzo Versace Dubai.

🏠 Atlantis, The Palm launched "A World Away," a new brand campaign aimed at showcasing the destination as an energetic and unique universe. This ambitious project was created internally by the Atlantis marketing team for authenticity. Directed by award-winning Bruce Macdonald, with cinematography by Simon Duggan and visuals by Jonathan Stokes, the campaign seeks to redefine the visitor experience, highlighting attractions like the Leap of Faith slide and The Lost Chambers aquarium.

🎬 Mandarin Oriental's film "Inside The Dream" premiered on June 27 at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, and is now available globally on Prime Video, Canal+, and Tencent. It provides an exclusive look at organizing three exceptional events across Europe and Asia. Laurent Kleitman, CEO, highlighted the film's tribute to their team's dedication to delivering exceptional hospitality. The documentary captures the group's philosophy of service excellence through behind-the-scenes preparation and passionate collaboration.

🌎 En 2023, les États-Unis interdisent l'entrée aux ressortissants de 12 pays, incluant l'Afghanistan et l'Iran, impactant la FIFA World Cup. Les touristes français diminuent de 8,3% comparé à 2024, avec une chute de 12% rien qu'en avril. New York prévoit 400 000 visiteurs de moins, réduisant ses prévisions de 67,6 millions à 64,1 millions. Ces baisses touristiques pourraient entraîner des pertes économiques significatives pour les États-Unis.

💼 Edgar Suites and AMPM PRO have launched "Edgar," a revolutionary convertible sofa, after a year of development. Fabricated in Italy with artisanal craftsmanship, it features high-end design, comfort, durability, and functionality, tailored for the hospitality industry's needs. Debuting at the new Résidence Église in Paris 15th, designed by Studio Briand & Berthereau, Edgar will be rolled out to all new Edgar Suites residences. It addresses long-standing issues with traditional sofa-beds in the industry.