Fusioni & Acquisizioni

🗺 Italy remains a key market for Seychelles, maintaining its position as the fourth largest source of tourists for the archipelago after Germany, France, and Russia, with approximately 14,000 arrivals in the first nine months, matching the performance of 2023. Danielle Di Gianvito, the Marketing Representative of Tourism Seychelles in Italy, alongside Bernadette Willemin, the General Marketing Director, confirms the destination's appeal for exclusive experiences. Future prospects look positive, bolstered by cultural events like the Festival Kreol and the resumption of flights.

📍 Ita Airways is exiting SkyTeam smoothly and plans to join Star Alliance within 12 to 18 months. Antonino Turicchi, President of Ita Airways, ensures a seamless transition for customers. The loyalty program, Volare, with 2.45 million members, 64% of whom are Italian, will continue regularly. CEO Emiliana Limosani mentions the growth of commercial partnerships from 34 to 41 by year-end, highlighting a program for frequent flyers aged 2 to 16, which gained 6,000 members in a few months.

🏕 Kel 12, an Italian tour operator led by CEO Gianluca Rubino, held a convention in Pompeii at Habita79 MGallery. The event gathered over 80 travel agents and partners including Trenitalia, Saudi Tourism Authority, and others. Kel 12 reported a €30 million turnover and 5000 passengers (+8%) at fiscal year-end in September. The company offers four product lines and announced the acquisition of Al Koor Tourism and the establishment of Kel 12 Egypt. The convention highlighted the return of "Rendez-Vous" events and the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela for which Kel 12 will provide a tented camp for 12 groups.

🏡 Matteo Lunelli, President of Altagamma, highlights the steady growth of the luxury sector, particularly in experiential luxury, despite a slowdown in personal luxury goods. According to a study by the Altagamma Foundation with Bain & Company, in Italy, high-end tourism accounts for 2-3% of total accommodations but generates 25% of the overall tourism revenue, emphasizing the spending power of high-end travelers. Lunelli stresses the importance of continuous investment in the strategic development and repositioning of Italy’s tourism to maintain its international appeal.

🏦 HNH Hospitality won management of the Palazzo delle Stelline in Milan, set to reopen post-renovation under the MGallery brand by Accor. After an international contest with ten hospitality companies, HNH offered a "key money" of €3.8 million and a guaranteed minimum annual profit of €3 million. Beating New York Coast 202 and Sol Melià Italia, the hotel will reopen in 2026 with interiors by Stefano Boeri.

🏠 Ibis celebrates 50 years with a "go get it" ad campaign, Accor to globally cover TV and social media. Oyo Group to acquire Motel 6 for $525 million. Over 1500 hotel workers strike in San Francisco for better wages from Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt, part of 13,500 people protesting in the US hospitality sector. Alaska Airlines buys Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal. US State Department raises travel alerts for the UK, Denmark, and Italy to Level 2 due to terrorist threats.

🏠 In Milan, AHD Rooms and Aparthotel Duomo partnered with Nozio, boosting direct bookings and reducing OTA dependence. Beginning in 2004 with Nozio and expanding since 2014, AHD Rooms now includes five luxury apartments, a private spa suite, two junior suites, and hotel rooms, catering to luxury seekers and business travelers alike, aiming for direct client-hotel relationships. Download the case study to replicate their success.

🌊 Riviera Travel launches a new 70-passenger ship on the Mekong, with 6 departures scheduled from January to November. The Victoria Mekong, started in 2019, features 33 cabins, 2 suites with private balconies, a restaurant, bar, infinity pool, gym, library, game room, and spa. The new Vietnam and Cambodia tour complements Hidden Treasure of Mekong.

✈ Shankh Air, an Indian airline, received approval from the Ministry of Aviation to start operations, pending final clearance from India's regulatory body. The airline has already begun hiring and is in advanced talks to lease Boeing 737 aircraft. This reflects India's booming aviation market, which has seen a flurry of large orders. Please note that I don't have access to current or future dates, and the article does not specify any exact dates for the events described. Additionally, no statistical data is provided, so such information is not included in the summary.

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group has rebranded Prizeotel as Prize by Radisson, aiming at the mid-tier lifestyle hotel segment. Two new contracts in Central Europe have been signed under this brand. The rebranding aligns with the Group's premium values and 'Yes I Can!' service ethos, offering quality services within an informal experience. Prize by Radisson will continue providing affordable mid-tier lifestyle hotel experiences with spacious and bright communal areas for both leisure and business clients.