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📱 In 2025, Italy's Tourism Minister Daniela Santanchè met with industry associations to discuss measures for sector growth. The Centro Studi Turistici di Firenze reported a 2.5% increase to 458.5 million tourist presences in 2024 compared to 2023. Key topics included development contracts, refinance of tip tax exemption, short-term rental regulation, and mountain support initiatives.

🏰 Castello Sonnenburg-Castel Badia, located in San Lorenzo di Sebato, Val Pusteria, is being transformed into an ultra-luxury hotel by the Gasser family, with management entrusted to Egnazia Ospitalità Italiana. Scheduled to open next autumn, the renovation represents an investment of over €30 million. The revamped property will feature 29 rooms, a spa, and a restaurant following Borgo Egnazia's hospitality concept, aiming to make Plan de Corones a luxury destination within 5 years.

🏠 In Italy, Minister of Tourism Daniela Santanchè addresses short-term rental regulations emphasizing dialogue and no punishment. Controls for the mandatory National Identification Code (Cin) have begun. Rome leads with 44,245 short-term rental properties, 77.8% Cin compliant, followed by Venice (30,452 properties, 85.63% compliant) and Milan (24,925 properties, 78.36% compliant). Non-display of Cin can result in fines ranging from €800 to €8,000.

🏡 Italy mandates the Codice Identificativo Nazionale (CIN) for short-term rentals to ensure legal standards and facilitate monitoring by local authorities. Starting 3 June 2024, the CIN becomes compulsory with full enforcement by 1 January 2025. Non-compliance results in fines ranging from €800 to €8,000. Acquisition involves document preparation, BDSR platform registration, and safety requirement verification, with an ultimate goal of market credibility and transparency.

🏠 Frederik Kubierschky, co-founder of Vocabolo Moscatelli, highlights luxury and authenticity as core values of his facility, alongside nature and cultural immersion. Catering to both Italian and international guests, including those from Northern Europe, the USA, and the UK, the property offers a serene, countryside experience with plant-forward cuisine and tailor-made experiences. Vocabolo Moscatelli adapts to modern travelers seeking authenticity, customization, and sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices throughout.

🏨 Federalberghi reports that nearly 80% of lodging facilities and apartments, over 451,000 out of 571,000, are compliant with the National Identification Code (CIN) in the new year. Matera province leads with 94.10% CIN issuance, followed by Bolzano at 93.09%, while Terni (54.33%) and Trieste (55.69%) are at the bottom. Tuscany, Lombardy, Veneto, Lazio, Puglia, and Sicily top the regions in CIN distribution. Penalties for non-compliance range from €800 to €8,000.

🏠 The 46th edition of SIGEP World, organized by Italian Exhibition Group, is set for January 18-22, 2025, in Rimini, Italy. Featuring SIGEP Vision, the event will highlight market trends, technological innovations, and sustainability in the foodservice industry. Vision Plaza, at the center of SIGEP Vision, offers panels and training sessions by industry experts. Notable talks include "Global trends in the gelato and foodservice industry," "Foodservice consumer and market trends" focusing on the US, and "Outlook on the European Foodservice Industry." Projects like Taste of Tomorrow, Sustainability District, and the Innovation and Start-up Award will showcase bioarchitecture, eco-friendly practices, and industry innovation.

📊 Marca by BolognaFiere's 21st edition is scheduled for January 15-16, 2025, offering two days of conferences, symposiums, and workshops for retail professionals. Key topics include consumer trends, sustainability, and new retail technologies. Key events include the inaugural conference by ADM and The European House Ambrosetti at Gallery Hall (Pad. 21-22), Marca Tech Lab (Pad. 36) focusing on e-commerce grocery, and Observatorio Packaging by Nomisma. Special attention to organic consumption at AssoBio's event and Marca Fresh (Pad. 29) with a focus on sustainability. PLM and IPLS Awards will be held at the Buyers Lounge (Pad. 16), and the XXI Marca Report presented in collaboration with Circana.

🌍 Slovenia's tourism strategy, focusing on being a "green & boutique destination," has paid off with a 20% increase in arrivals (311,000) and 14% rise in overnight stays (756,000) in November. Aljoša Ota notes the strategy’s success, especially among 35-44 year-olds from Italy, Austria, and Croatia. Italy led international arrivals in November with 76,000 visits, a 53% increase from 2023. Overall, Slovenia saw 6.2 million arrivals and 16 million overnight stays in the past 11 months, spotlighting niche regions and cultural hubs.

📌 Federalberghi reports nearly 80% of Italian hospitality facilities, over 451,000 out of 571,000, are registered in the national database with the Codice Identificativo Nazionale (CIN) as of today. Matera leads with 94.10% CIN issuance, followed by Bolzano at 93.09%, while Terni and Trieste lag at 54.33% and 55.69% respectively. Tuscany (54,134), Lombardy (48,463), Veneto (48,747), Lazio (40,244), Puglia (36,720), and Sicily (35,411) top the regional list. The Fiscal Transparency Law effective from yesterday mandates CIN in fiscal declarations and annual transaction communications. Fines for non-compliance range from 800 to 8,000 euros starting January 2, 2025. Real-time CIN status available at https://bdsr.ministeroturismo.gov.it/.