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Gianluca Miserendino

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Venezia, un nuovo manager per il Danieli di Four Seasons: al timone arriva Christian Zandonella

📍 Christian Zandonella will lead the reopening of Venice's Hotel Danieli in mid-2026 under Four Seasons. The hotel will feature 176 redesigned rooms by 2027, blending luxurious textures and design. Located on Riva degli Schiavoni, near Piazza San Marco, the hotel comprises three interconnected buildings, including the 15th-century Palazzo Dandolo. Interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon oversees the renovation. Guests will enjoy unique experiences, like exploring private palaces and secret gardens.
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Sirmione, una new entry di wellness per Blu Hotels: entra in portfolio l’Hotel Ocelle

🗺 Blu Hotels announced a significant acquisition in 2025 by taking over the management of Hotel Ocelle Thermae & Spa in Sirmione, located on Lake Garda. The hotel, a 4-star superior boutique adults-only establishment, features 46 rooms and a wellness area over 700 sqm. The wellness facilities include pools, a bio-sauna, a Finnish sauna, and more. The hotel offers a private lakeside beach and tailored spa experiences, enhancing Blu Hotels' wellness segment.
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Lago di Como, debutta Palazzo Venezia: Villa d’Este celebra la sua nuova perla a 5 stelle

🏨 A Como, aprile 2025, Villa d’Este S.p.A. acquista Palazzo Venezia dal Gruppo LarioHotels. Rebranded into Villa d’Este La Collezione, it's the first 5-star The Leading Hotels of the World in Como. Barbara Gibellini is the acting general manager. The historical Caffè Cavour will reopen in spring 2026. Executive chef Alessandro Rinaldi leads the restaurant Altariva. Deniz Ömürgönülşen emphasizes the hotel's significance in enriching Italian hospitality.
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Giulio Polegato, il sindaco del Verdura

🏠 Giulio Polegato, general manager at Verdura Resort, Sciacca, has a career spanning over 30 years in luxury hospitality across multiple countries. Starting in 1987 at London's Savoy, he gained experience in Paris, Germany, and Switzerland. In Italy, he managed Hotel Villa Cipriani and Lefay Resort. Verdura Resort, known for its low 3.2% turnover rate in 2024, currently employs over 450 staff. Polegato was recognized with Italian honors for his contributions to the industry.
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Le cartoline dal 2026 di SiteMinder: hotel indipendenti e con Spa al centro della scena

📅 **2026: Italy's Travel Trends Unveiled** - SiteMinder's Changing Traveller Report 2026 highlights that 12,000 travelers from 14 countries favor independent accommodations and direct communication. Online searches dominate travel planning, with 29% using search engines and booking sites. OTA bookings lead in Italy at 39%, while direct bookings follow at 28%. 60% prioritize guest reviews for hotel choice. Italians value breakfast (45%) and spa services (40%) and seek enhanced experiences, with 90% eager to travel despite global uncertainty.
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The Leading Hotels premia l’Italia: il cavalier Guido Fiorentino è la “Legend” 2025

🏨 In 2025, Guido Fiorentino, CEO of Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in Sorrento, won the Leading Legend Award by The Leading Hotels of the World in Bangkok. The hotel, operational since 1834, offers 80 luxury accommodations, 3 restaurants, and a 2-hectare park. Its culinary offerings are overseen by executive chef Antonino Montefusco. The award honors exceptional hospitality leadership, blending tradition and innovation, and the hotel supports cultural causes like FAI.
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Valsesia, restyling per il Mirtillo Rosso di NH Collection: opening il 28 novembre

🏖 Il Mirtillo Rosso riapre il 28 novembre ad Alagna, nel Parco Naturale Alta Valsesia, a 1.154m di altitudine. L'hotel NH Collection offre 56 camere rinnovate e un Wellness Center di 700 mq. Gli sciatori possono accedere a 150 km di piste nel comprensorio Monterosa Ski. Chef Omar Bonecchi guida il ristorante Biancospino. L'hotel include una palestra, un giardino e una spa privata nell'Executive Suite.
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Dal Lago di Como alle terme toscane: l’ex Villa d’Este Massimo Dorino nuovo GM del Fonteverde

🏨 Italian Hospitality Collection has appointed Massimo Dorino as the General Manager of Fonteverde Lifestyle & Thermal Retreat in San Casciano dei Bagni, Tuscany. Dorino brings 30 years of experience with brands like Four Seasons and Park Hyatt. Fonteverde, once a Medici residence, offers wellness programs integrating oriental disciplines and Medical Spa treatments. It's part of a collection that includes Bagni di Pisa, Grotta Giusti, and Chia Laguna in Sardinia.
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Firenze, Place of Charme apre il nuovo Hotel Malaspina: “Tassello importante”

🏨 Hotel Malaspina, a 27-room establishment, officially opened in November 2025 by Soges Group under its Place of Charme brand after finalizing a lease agreement in January 2025. The hotel, located in Piazza dell’Indipendenza, Florence, underwent significant renovations to blend 19th-century elegance with modern authenticity. Founded in 2000, Soges Group, led by Paolo Galardi, specializes in managing luxury four-star and historical accommodations in Tuscany since 2014.
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Il sistema-Milano alla prova dell’Olimpiade: l’ospitalità in città vista da Speronari Suites

📈 Less than 100 days to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics, Paolo Catoni, an expert in high-end hospitality, reflects on Milan's evolving hotel industry. Speronari Suites, with 22 rooms near Milan's Duomo, sees continuous growth in line with 2023 and 2024 trends. Key challenges include improving city livability. The hotel's strengths lie in personalized service and a renowned restaurant. Future plans include expanding the model elsewhere and enhancing sustainability and interactive services by 2026.
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