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🏢 In November, Italy's Business Travel Trend index by Gruppo Uvet was at 95, slightly down from October's 101. The year-to-date value held steady at 97, while transactions at 82 marked a slight decrease (-2) from October, with an average spending index dropping by 4 points. Hotel sector values fell by 4 points to 116 with a 2-point decrease in bookings but remained positive at 100 transactions. Air travel showed no growth with a travel value of 81 and transactions at 71. Car rentals experienced a 3-point drop yet stayed at 149. The rail sector saw a 6-point increase, reaching 76 in value and 69 in transactions. Average spending index decreased by 4 points to 116, reducing the progressive November value to 124. Domestic flights (97), European routes (92), and intercontinental flights (96) all decreased.

🏨 Elisabetta Fabri has been elected as the new president of Confindustria Alberghi by the association's general assembly, with Vice Presidents Antonio Zacchera, Massimo Caputi, Giancarlo Carriero, Nicola Vladimiro Ciccarelli, outgoing president Maria Carmela Colaiacovo, Marco Gilardi, and Sofia Gioia Vedani also appointed. Fabri expresses her commitment to addressing the industry's challenges and fostering growth, emphasizing hospitality as a strategic pillar for Italy's economic and cultural development. Confindustria Alberghi prioritizes the industry's role in the economy and job creation, highlighting the importance of ESG models, sustainable management, technological advancements, and the need for cohesive participation and shared values among operators.

📈 Rome, December 4, 2024 - Elisabetta Fabri was elected President of Confindustria Alberghi, taking over from past President Maria Carmela Colaiacovo. The General Assembly held at Villa Lubin, CNEL headquarters, marked the beginning of a new mandate focused on innovation, growth, made in Italy excellence, and sustainability. Priority is given to the strategic role of the hospitality sector in Italy's economy. Vice Presidents Antonio Zacchera, Massimo Caputi, Giancarlo Carriero, Nicola Vladimiro Ciccarelli, Maria Carmela Colaiacovo, Marco Gilardi, and Sofia Gioia Vedani were appointed, along with the first 8 members of the Steering Committee for 2024/2026.

📍 After four years, Maria Carmela Colaiacovo hands over the presidency of Aica to Elisabetta Fabri, 62-year-old president of Starhotels. Elisabetta, who was unanimously elected, has committed to economic advocacy, combating seasonality, supporting lesser-known destinations, and promoting environmental and social sustainability in Italian hotel companies. She also aims to enhance professionalism by attracting youth and seeks reduced labor costs and bureaucracy from the government. Aica's new vice presidents include Antonio Zacchera, Massimo Caputi, Giancarlo Carriero, Nicola Vladimiro Ciccarelli, Maria Carmela Colaiacovo, Marco Gilardi, and Sofia Gioia Vedani.

📖 Alessio Anedda, a 32-year-old Italian hospitality professional, is the F&B Director at the Four Seasons Florence. His career started as a waiter at Disney World in Florida post-high school. Anedda studied at Les Roches with a focus on hospitality and entrepreneurship, including internships in San Francisco and Shanghai. He returned to Italy in 2020 during the pandemic after a stint in Miami. As a manager, Anedda leads a team of 150, focusing on team orientation, customer well-being, and detail-oriented service. He emphasizes the importance of consistency and risk-taking in career growth.

🏖️ Th Resorts held their corporate event 'Campo Base' in Padova, Milano, and Pesaro, bringing together all operational structures and directors. President Graziano Debellini emphasized growth and transformation through strong values and supportive shareholders. Newly appointed CEO Alberto Peroglio Longhin prioritized consolidating growth by streamlining processes, enhancing the brand, and organizational innovation. Maria Debellini, appointed as Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer, aims to protect brand values through innovation. COO Salvatore Piazza will manage product, operational, and commercial areas to optimize processes. Key strategies include dynamic pricing with ElasticHotel technology, focus on measurable ESG initiatives, and investments in training and innovation.

🏖 Gabriel Escarrer, founder of Meliá Hotels International, passed away at 89. He began his hospitality journey at 21 with a small 60-bed hotel in Porreras, Majorca, in 1935. By 1984, Meliá expanded to 90 hotels following the acquisition of Hotasa. Escarrer initiated international expansion in 1985, reaching Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Turkey, Morocco, and Colombia. In June of the previous year, he handed over the company's presidency to his son, Gabriel Escarrer Jaume, after nearly 70 years of leadership.

📅 La Commissione von Der Leyen II è stata approvata dal Parlamento UE con 370 voti favorevoli, 282 voti contrari e 36 astensioni. Apostolos Tzitzikōstas è stato nominato Commissario europeo per i trasporti e il turismo sostenibile, una nuova carica che incorpora il turismo oltre ai trasporti, precedentemente gestiti da Adina-Ioana Vălean. Questa mossa rafforza il dialogo per il turismo europeo a Bruxelles.

📌 TH Resorts, under the leadership of President Graziano Debellini, outlined a new organizational chart and a growth plan at "Campo Base" event. New CEO Alberto Peroglio Longhin succeeded Giuliano Gaiba, emphasizing process efficiency, brand enhancement, and organizational innovation. Maria Debellini becomes Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer, while Salvatore Piazza takes on Chief Operation Officer, focusing on product quality and innovation. The strategy includes dynamic pricing with ElasticHotel, ESG focus, and investments in training and innovation.

📍 During 'Campo Base', an event by Th Resorts in Padova, Milano, and Pesaro, President Graziano Debellini outlined strategic directions and organizational restructuring. New CEO Alberto Peroglio Longhin prioritizes growth through process efficiency, brand enhancement, and organizational innovation. Maria Debellini became Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer, focusing on innovation while preserving brand values. COO Salvatore Piazza aims to streamline operations for a recognizable yet innovative product. Dynamic pricing, ESG-focused actions, and investments in training and innovation are key strategic initiatives.