Laura Alese - Federturismo Confindustria

📍 UNItalk cycle begins on October 22 at 16:30 at the University of Rome Three, aiming to devise strategies for enhancing Rome's attractiveness and developing new tourism offers. The event titled "From urban regeneration to the development of new tourism areas" includes stakeholders and officials like Giuseppe Biazzo, Giuseppe De Martino, Maurizio Veloccia, and others discussing urban projects and international best practices for revitalizing specific Rome areas. The meeting, moderated by Loris Gai of RAI, is held at the Department of Architecture and requires online registration.

💰 In Milan on October 8, 2024, studies by Global Blue and Agility Research & Strategy show 19,000 Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWI) spent over €70,000 each on Tax Free Shopping between September 2023 and August 2024. They represent 0.1% of Tax Free shoppers but account for 13% of total spend, averaging €160,000 per shopper. UHNWI segment grew by 33% since 2019, and their spending increased by 26% post-pandemic. 56% visited Europe, 21% Asia, and 23% both, with France and Italy being top destinations. UHNWIs tend to be repeat shoppers, 23% compared to 7% of general shoppers. They purchased nine brands on average, with two brands receiving 75% of their Tax Free sales. By 2027, a 38% increase in ultra-rich is expected, particularly among Americans, Chinese, British, and Indians. Indian UHNWIs (90%) anticipate growing their expenditure the most, and at least 50% of UHNWIs are part of VIP/VIC programs, with the highest participation by Britons (78%). Indian UHNWIs (95%), followed by Britons (88%), show a high propensity for international travel in the next 12 months.