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Elena Loeb

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Color Holiday sbarca nel Salento con un family village

🏨 Gianluca Scialfa, of Color Holiday, expands in 2023 to Minervino di Lecce, Salento, with Color Dolmen Family Village. The acquisition of the former Dolmen Sport Resort adds a significant 190-unit property on 11 hectares. Opening in spring, it features "Premium All Inclusive" amenities, including pools, sports facilities, and a restaurant. Scialfa's goal is to create a European hub for family tourism, merging Romagna's dynamic hospitality with Salento's authentic charm.
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Leonardo Hotels, occhi puntati sul Sud Italia

🏨 Leonardo Hotels operates 123 locations across Europe. Post-Covid, they've opened three hotels in Italy: Leonardo Hotel Lago di Garda in Lazise, Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rome Monti, and NYX Hotel Rome. The full launch of NYX Hotel Rome is planned for spring, featuring 324 rooms, a €30 million investment, a new pool, spa, and restaurant. Emphasis is on quality growth and sustainability, with all Italian branches to be Green Key certified by 2025. Key areas of focus include Southern Europe, Sicily, Naples, Amalfi Coast, Puglia, and Sardinia.
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Airbnb introduce in Italia la formula flessibile ‘Prenota subito, paga dopo’

💸 Airbnb introduces 'Book Now, Pay Later' in Italy, allowing travelers to reserve accommodations without upfront payments. Initially launched in the U.S., this option is available for listings with Moderate or Flexible cancellation terms. Travelers must pay the full amount before the free cancellation period ends. This complements Airbnb's existing flexible payment options, including 'Pay a part now and a part later' and installment payments with Klarna.
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L’Egitto esclusivo di Alidays: i servizi targati glanCe

🌍 Alidays unveils its 2026 Egypt offerings with glanCe, promising unique travel experiences. Davide Catania, CEO of Alidays, highlights tailored itineraries for discerning travelers. glanCe offers luxury services like Business/First Class flights, high-end accommodations, private transport, and a 24/7 Personal Assistant via WhatsApp. Amanda Bocchiola, Middle East & Egypt destination manager, emphasizes flexible itineraries, including four nights on Lake Nasser and five days exploring Cairo and Alexandria's monuments.
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Oman da record Arrivi italiani a più 46,4%

🌎 Nel 2025, il Sultanato dell'Oman ha accolto 9.739 italiani, aumentando del 46,4% rispetto al 2024. Con i crocieristi, il numero totale sale a 80.679 (+11,9%). L’Italia è il terzo mercato europeo, dietro Germania e Regno Unito. I tour in piccoli gruppi sono i più popolari (61,84%). Aumenti significativi di arrivi in aprile (+108%) e settembre (+78%). Sayyid Ibrahim bin Saeed Al Busaidi è stato nominato nuovo ministro.
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eDreams, l’abbonamento Prime verso una formula ‘all travel’

🚐 eDreams ODIGEO's Prime subscription expands to an 'all travel' model. The company enhances its program with rail services, complementing flights, hotels, vacation packages, and car rentals. CEO Dana Dunne highlights this €40 billion market opportunity, offering flexibly monthly and quarterly payment plans. Leveraging AI, they aim for a seamless booking experience across transport modes. Positive reception in Italy and Spain indicates strong positioning in Europe’s growing rail demand.
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Ncl: ordine per altre tre navi a Fincantieri

🛳 Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings will expand its fleet with three new ships from Italian company Fincantieri between 2036 and 2037. This growth includes Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. The group now has 17 ships on order: 8 for Norwegian Cruise Line until 2037, 5 for Oceania Cruises until 2037, and 4 for Regent Seven Seas Cruises until 2036. CEO John W. Chidsey emphasizes a disciplined growth approach.
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Rendere detraibili le spese per le vacanze: la proposta di Domenico Pellegrino

🏖 Aidit Federturismo Confindustria President Domenico Pellegrino proposes making vacations tax-deductible in Italy, akin to physiotherapy and veterinary care. Aimed at benefiting 3 million taxpayers, this 18-month trial could cost €459 million, offering €800 per person, and generate €100 million in additional VAT and corporate taxes, offsetting nearly half the costs. Reduced healthcare and medication expenses could save €841 million socially. Awaiting governmental discussion, this approach is hailed as a cultural revolution.
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Kel 12 spinge sull’outdoor con la nuova Linea Active, parte il roadshow

🌍 Kel 12 launches a roadshow starting March 3, 2023, across Italy for its Linea Active program, focusing on outdoor travel by foot or bike. Spearheaded by Giuseppe Gaimari, it offers 80 varied trips, categorized by difficulty, emphasizing experience over luxury. The initiative includes 9 events with Europ Assistance and involves 200 travel agencies. Popular destinations include Val d’Orcia, Vietnam, and iconic locations like Everest and the Andes, aiming to enhance connections with nature and local communities post-pandemic.
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African Explorer: la scelta dei vettori al centro della programmazione

✈️ African Explorer plans for summer 2026 feature four airlines: Lufthansa Group, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines. Covering five destinations—Namibia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and Madagascar—Qatar Airways services South Africa and Tanzania, Lufthansa Group supports Namibia, Emirates operates flights to Kenya, and Turkish Airlines handles Madagascar. Alessandro Simonetti emphasizes the importance of airline reliability and excellence in travel planning.
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