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Out of the past: Gilda Perez-Alvarado drives Orient Express down the track

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Out of the past: Gilda Perez-Alvarado drives Orient Express down the track

🛡️ Gilda Perez-Alvarado, CEO of Orient Express for Accor since 2023, is leading the revival of the historic brand. Accor acquired full ownership of Orient Express by 2022 and opened the Orient Express La Minerva hotel in Rome in 2025. Plans include a Venice property debut in 2026 and a Caribbean yacht launch in 2023. Perez-Alvarado, influenced by her childhood in Costa Rica and her hotel industry background, aims to honor the brand’s rich history through these new ventures.
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Worth the Wait

🏖 Eddie's 2022 real estate investment involved a $2,000,000 property. After a $25,000 legal battle, he purchased it for $800,000 in December 2023 with a $75,000 seller credit. He financed $561,000 at 8.5% interest and $187,000 in construction loans. By July 2024, he renovated five cabins for $280,000. In 2025, with all ten cabins operational, he achieved 95% occupancy, $330,000 revenue, and $100,000 net cash flow. A 2025 refinance valued the property at $2,000,000, yielding $1.2M, and $253,000 back to Eddie.
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A New Mr. C Residences Tower Rises in Boca Raton

🏠 Key International and Wexford Real Estate Investors will introduce Mr. C Residences Boca Raton, a 12-story residential tower, in downtown Boca Raton. Designed by Arquitectonica, with interiors by 1508 London, the development includes 133 residences featuring 2-3 bedroom layouts. Amenities encompass a rooftop infinity pool, outdoor cinema, and wellness facilities. The project also features Bellini Restaurant and the exclusive Mr. C Bar & Lounge. The initiative marks a significant lifestyle enhancement for the area.
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Apaleo and THE FLAG bring agentic AI into live hotel operations with autonomous task creation

💻 MUNICH, 23 February 2026 – Apaleo and THE FLAG have advanced AI Trace Agent at THE FLAG Zürich, a 101-room property. It generates 30 tasks daily with no manual input, saving 3.5 hours weekly in task creation time. The system automates guest requests, enhancing operational efficiency and guest experience. Built via Apaleo’s Agent Factory in collaboration with Sweeply, it integrates seamlessly with existing systems, enabling rapid deployment and significant time savings.
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IHG Launches New Premium Brand: Noted Collection

📄 InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has launched its 21st brand, Noted Collection, in 2023. 🌍 It focuses on unique hotels with distinct designs and narratives, aiming for over 150 global properties in a decade. 🎨 The brand targets upscale conversions and will first roll out in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. 🏨 Key features include curated guest experiences and cultural programming, while properties gain access to IHG's infrastructure and loyalty program.
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Highgate and Kessler Join Forces to Power Up Performance

📈 Highgate and The Kessler Collection formed a strategic alliance in November 2024, creating Kessler Hospitality within Highgate. This collaboration aims to grow The Kessler Collection's brand and profitability using Highgate's experience. Highgate plans to expand into new markets with Kessler's assets. The alliance seeks to add two properties per year, focusing on profitability and brand growth. The partnership leverages Highgate's technology, resources, and buying power for enhanced performance and operational efficiency.
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