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Tony Loeb

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Tony Loeb, un expert reconnu de l'industrie hôtelière et du marketing digital, a gravi les échelons de sa carrière, passant de webmaster à Directeur Technique puis co-fondateur de WIHP où il participe à la création Meta I/O. Il a ensuite lancé "Experience", le premier CRM hôtelier mondial, révolutionnant l'expérience client et aidant plus de 4500 hôtels. Actuellement, il innove avec 10minhotel.com, une plateforme et une base de connaissance pour hôteliers, combinant ses passions pour l'hôtellerie et le marketing. Le site propose également un podcast informatif, "10 min pour un hôtelier", démontrant l'engagement continu de Tony pour l'innovation dans l'industrie hôtelière.
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La FIPGC presenta il campionato del mondo di gelateria

🍪 The World Trophy of Pastry Gelato e Ice Cream by the Federazione Internazionale di Pasticceria, Gelateria e Cioccolateria (FIPGC) is set for November 6-7, 2025, in Rome at the Hotel Roma Aurelia Antica. This edition features teams of 3 creating two artistic pieces, with 12 countries participating. Judging will be split into Taste and Technical juries, with a special role played by Maestro Davide Malizia. FIPGC promotes Italian pastry worldwide, organizing national and world championships since 2015. Announced at Sigep in Rimini on January 18 by FIPGC President Matteo Cutolo.
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Nespresso presenta Purple Collection in edizione limitata

🍵 Nespresso introduces "Purple Collection," a limited edition of Arpeggio-inspired purple coffee and accessories. The Arpeggio blend, originally named "Toscana" in 1993 to pay tribute to Florence's tradition and elegance, was renamed in 1999. The collection includes classic Arpeggio, caffeinated Arpeggio Extra, and decaffeinated versions. Accessories and a limited-edition Pixie machine in purple Arpeggio are available. The new collection is available from January 15, 2025, through all Nespresso channels. Nespresso, with 157,000 farmers in 18 countries, received B Corp certification in 2022, operates in 93 markets, and has 14,000 employees with a global retail network of 791 boutiques.
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Cunard, Queen Anne debutta in Nord America

🏡 British luxury liner Queen Anne, operated by Cunard, docks in New York marking its North American market debut during its inaugural world voyage. The ship accommodates up to 3,000 passengers and houses over 4,300 artworks. Cunard President Katie McAlister remarks the event as a historic milestone, heralding a new era of luxury cruising and celebrating nearly two centuries of maritime excellence.
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Travel Before, Vitolo: “Riflettori puntati sulla Costiera Amalfitana”

🏖️ Travel Before, based in Salerno, is set to promote the Amalfi Coast and Campania at Fitur 2025. CEO Giancarlo Vitolo aims to showcase the area's tourism offerings to a global audience and create new international collaborations. The focus is on personalized packages, cultural itineraries, and gastronomic experiences, targeting Spanish-speaking markets and leveraging the Jubilee for religious tourism, promoting sustainable and high-quality tourism in Italy.
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Regno Unito e Eta: esonero per i pax in transito

🛫 Non-European passengers now require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom. Recently, the UK Home Office has decided to increase the cost of ETAs by 60%. However, transit passengers at UK airports are exempt from needing an ETA. This decision, welcomed by Abta and its public affairs director Luke Petherbridge, aims to maintain vital air connections despite fears of increased travel and tourism industry tax burdens potentially stifling growth.
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Sardegna, il 7Pines entra a far parte di Virtuoso

🏖️ Vito Spalluto, managing director of 7Pines Resort Sardinia, celebrates entry into Virtuoso, a luxury travel network with over 2,200 trusted providers in 100+ countries. Located in Baja Sardinia on a 15-hectare promontory, the resort is Hyatt's first in Sardinia and second Destination by Hyatt in Europe. Its "laid-back luxury" is known for bespoke experiences, Pure Seven Spa, and authentic local cuisines. Virtuoso affiliation boosts global visibility and access to travel consultants worldwide.
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Annunciate le finaliste per ‘Capitale Italiana della Cultura 2027’

????️ 10 finaliste cities for 'Capitale Italiana della Cultura 2027' announced, including Alberobello, Aliano, Brindisi, Gallipoli, La Spezia, Pompei, Pordenone, Reggio Calabria, Sant’Andrea di Conza, and Savona. Selection showcases a strong southern presence with three cities from Puglia and a maritime theme, complemented by three northern towns. Jury led by Davide Maria Desario picked finalists from 17 candidates. The winning city, to be declared by March 28, will receive a €1 million fund for cultural and innovative project initiatives as per the Ministry of Culture.
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Oltre 500 mila euro per la promozione di Bologna e Modena

🏖️ Emilia Romagna region to invest over €500,000 in tourism promotion for Modena and Bologna in 2025, now marketed as a single destination. Events expected to generate over €2.5 million, including ‘Imola Be in Wonder Land’ festival and ‘Outdoor Tours’ at Castel San Pietro Terme. ‘Food & Soul’ will explore flavors, music, and spirituality during the Jubilee year in San Giovanni in Persiceto.
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A Sigep grande interesse per il brand di Pernigotti ‘Signor Stefano’

🍦 Pernigotti SpA unveiled its new brand "Signor Stefano" at SIGEP World 2025 in Rimini, targeting the artisanal ice cream market. Owned by JP Morgan Asset Management and Invitalia since 2022, the historic confectionery returned after selling this division in 2019. CEO Attilio Capuano announced at a press conference the relaunch, emphasizing Pernigotti's pioneering role since 1936. The new Ice Cream Division offers 45 new products with around 60 references, featuring high-quality ingredients like Italian hazelnuts. Commercial Director Gianluca Cazzulo stated they aim to produce 400 tons of semi-finished products in the current year, with 75% of orders finalized, and expect to exceed 1,000 tons within three years.
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Madrid nuova capitale del turismo internazionale

🏖️ Madrid received 11.2 million visitors in 2024, with 56% being international. The city aims to increase international arrivals to 60% in 2025. Last year's visitor expenditure reached €16.14 billion, with a targeted increase to €17 billion. Tourist counts grew by 5.5% and overnight stays by 4.7%, exceeding 23 million. Notably, visitors from the U.S., Italy, France, U.K., Mexico, Germany, and Portugal led, with Chinese tourists surging by 78.77%. Madrid's 2025 strategic focus includes off-season, decentralization, tourism innovation, and experiential tourism, under the '365 Days of Madrid' initiative. The 'Madrid re-imagined' project will create a digital ecosystem to personalize visitor experiences using AI.
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