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September 29, 2025

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EXTENDAM and Highgate acquire Hilton Porto Gaia

💰 EXTENDAM and Highgate have partnered to acquire the Hilton Porto Gaia, a 194-room, five-star hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. Opened in 2021, the hotel offers 47 suites, a restaurant, bar, spa, and a 350-seat auditorium. Managed by Highgate under the Hilton brand, the hotel holds an A-rated energy certificate and Biosphere Responsible Tourism certification. This marks the first collaboration between EXTENDAM and Highgate, aiming to leverage Porto's thriving market.
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No Check-Ins: Redefining Luxury with “Sartorial Hospitality” – Claudio Meli, THE PLACE Firenze

🏨 Virtuoso's Hotelier of the Year 2025, Claudio Meli, General Manager of The Place Firenze, emphasizes how true luxury starts upon arrival. He introduces the concept of "sartorial hospitality" to craft unforgettable experiences. Hospitality leaders are encouraged to rethink the guest journey comprehensively. 🎵 Music by Clay Bassford from Bespoke Sound supports this episode. If you find the episode valuable, share it with your team to implement these insights.
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Over 100 architecture, interiors and design projects shortlisted for Dezeen Awards China 2025

🏠 Dezeen Awards China 2025 has shortlisted 120 projects from 30 cities for 23 categories. Notable entries include Seaside Pavilion on Chaishan Island and a cultural center in Guangzhou. Shortlisted studios include Foster + Partners and DJI. Announced on WeChat, awards will be held in October at Kimpton Qiantan Shanghai. Key judges include Ziyu Zhuang and Patrik Schumacher. Categories span architecture, interiors, and design, encompassing projects like Alibaba Shanghai Campus and Shunde Yunlu Wetland Museum.
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RMS integrates with ResDiary to simplify table reservation management

📆 Annual Hospitality Conference, Manchester, 29 September 2025: RMS partners with ResDiary to integrate accommodation and restaurant bookings. This integration allows operators to manage both through a single interface, improving efficiency and revenue. Guest details are updated automatically for a personalized experience. The integration supports GDPR compliance and provides operational transparency. Future updates will include advanced booking tools and real-time alerts. RMS serves over 7,000 businesses in 70 countries, while The Access Group aids 100,000 customers globally.
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Ke Hotels Acquires the Queens Hotel Cheltenham, Expanding Portfolio to Eight Properties

🏨 KE Hotels acquired The Queens Hotel Cheltenham on September 29, 2025, marking its fifth owned property in the UK and expanding its portfolio to eight hotels (five owned, three managed). Located in Cheltenham, England, the 84-bedroom hotel adds to KE Hotels' growth strategy in key UK regions. Recent milestones include acquisitions in 2023 and management agreements in 2024, emphasizing sustainable growth and operational excellence.
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