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Matthew e Camila McConaughey battezzeranno la nuova Star Princess

🛳 Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves will christen Princess Cruises' new flagship, Star Princess, in Fort Lauderdale on November 6. Built at Italy's Fincantieri shipyard, this 177,800-ton vessel can accommodate over 4,300 passengers. After its launch, Star Princess will sail the Caribbean, followed by a summer 2026 season in Alaska. Highlights include 1,500 balcony cabins, 30 dining and lounge options, and luxury amenities like the Sanctuary Collection and The Dome.
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Corsica Sardinia Ferries apre le prenotazioni, le opzioni per i clienti

💰 Sardegna, Corsica, and Baleari are the focus of Corsica Sardinia Ferries for summer 2026. Flexible fares are available now on their site. Booking offers include interest-free payment over 2, 3, or 4 installments. The 'Time to Think' option gives 48 hours to cancel for a full refund. The FLEX fare allows changes without penalties and up to 90% refund upon cancellation.
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Laura Grassi, una vita per la Cina

🗺 Laura Grassi leaves Chinasia after 50 years, ending her tenure with the company she co-founded with Giancarlo Monaco. Chinasia was a pioneering single-product tour operator sending 5,000-6,000 Italians to China annually until 2019. The pandemic halted operations for three years, prompting the sale to Idee Per Viaggiare in 2023. Grassi believes single-product models are outdated. She will continue fostering Italy-China relations with the Ministry of Tourism and the Italy-China Association.
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Destination Italia, numeri in crescita nel primo semestre

📈 Destination Italia's 2025 first-half financial report shows promising growth with production value at €42.3 million and EBITDA up from €0.2 million to €1.3 million. B2B sales reached €33.4 million (+22.2%), while B2C sales rose to €5.4 million (+12.6%). Despite geopolitical challenges, Gross Travel Value hit €37.5 million (+17.8%). Total revenue is €39.6 million (+21%). The company strengthens international presence with offices in New York and Shanghai and expands key projects like Hubcore.AI.
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HostMilano 2025: Asachimici&pulyCAFF® coniuga innovazione sostenibile e supporto all'eccellenza del caffè

☕ HostMilano 2025, taking place from October 17-21 in Rho, features Asachimici-pulyCAFF® emphasizing environmental responsibility and coffee professional support. Pre-event training occurs October 10-15 at Bwt Water+More's Milan showroom. The brand, present globally, supports championships in Houston, Jakarta, and Geneva. The Coffee Village hosts competitions from October 17-21, including the Italian Coffee Grand Prix and World Latte Art Grading. pulyCAFF® promotes sustainable practices with recycled packaging and ISO certifications.
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Giro di poltrone in Rocco Forte Hotels, 5 nuovi incarichi

📋 Rocco Forte Hotels announces new leadership for four iconic properties: Hotel de La Ville in Rome, Hotel Savoy in Florence, Hotel Amigo in Brussels, and The Charles Hotel in London. Anna Gricini takes charge in Rome from November 1, Matteo Gentile in Florence on November 3, Maximilian Von Reden in Brussels, and Ulrich Schwer in London. Francesco Roccato will lead The Carlton Milano opening on November 6. These appointments mark a commitment to operational excellence and guest experience.
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REPA in prima linea nella solidarietà: donazioni alimentari e impegno per le famiglie in difficoltà

🥪 REPA, on September 29 in Italy and Germany, joined the UN’s Food Loss and Waste Awareness Day, supporting FEBA by collecting food donations. Employees contributed, directing 156 kg to Cesena’s Il Barco. On September 26, executives Gabriele Nanni and Mauro Barresi attended a charity event in Cervia, aiding Ronald McDonald Italia. REPA, Europe’s leading catering equipment parts distributor, emphasizes community support as a core value, leveraging its extensive logistics for rapid service.
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Fiasconaro apre a New York: la dolce arte siciliana conquista Soho

🎁 Fiasconaro, Sicily's iconic pastry brand from Castelbuono, opens its first U.S. pop-up shop in SoHo, Manhattan, from October 14, 2025, to January 15, 2026, at 422 West Broadway. Offering artisanal panettone and more, the store aligns with Thanksgiving and winter festivities. The U.S., representing 13% of Fiasconaro's revenue, is its top foreign market. Known for quality, Fiasconaro has received accolades like the Cristoforo Colombo Medal and collaborated with Dolce&Gabbana, highlighting Sicilian excellence.
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Salotto Lounge, la casa degli alcolici italiani a Hong Kong: ''Così abbiamo conquistato la metropoli con un piccolo negozio''

🍺 Nel 2025, il Bar Leone a Hong Kong è il numero uno nella classifica dei World’s 50 Best Bars. Francesco Vecchio ha fondato Salotto Lounge nel 2016, puntando sui prodotti italiani. A Hong Kong, il costo della vita è elevato, con affitti alti e un mercato retail in crisi post-pandemia. La tassazione sugli alcolici varia, con dazi al 100% su quelli oltre il 30% di alcol. Le classifiche dei bar influenzano fortemente i consumatori asiatici.
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UNA Italian Hospitality: indicatori in crescita anche nel 2025

📈 UNA Italian Hospitality, led by Giorgio Marchegiani, reported positive growth in 2024 with €217.7 million in hotel revenues. In 2025, occupancy rose to 76%, ADR reached €164 (+2.44%), and RevPAR hit €125 (+4%). In the first nine months, room nights increased by 2.9%, with notable growth from India (+22%), the Far East (+21%), and the UK (+20%). Italy remains the top market at 32%, and the US at 11.6%, up by 3.4%.
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