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Palazzo Fonseca Wins Iconic Luxury Hotel Opening at Hospitality Icons 2026, Revitalized by Architect Hugo Toro

🏨 Palazzo Fonseca, built in 1620 for the Fonseca family, is located on Piazza della Minerva, Rome. It operated as a luxury hotel since 1835 under the Sauve family. Renovated by Hugo Toro, it offers 93 rooms with prices from €2,030 to €23,000 per night. In 2026, it won the Iconic Luxury Hotel Opening award. Part of Accor's luxury brand collection, it plays a role in Orient Express’s broader strategy since 2022, aiming to expand across land, rail, and sea.
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The Leela, IHCL, and Accor Partner with Indian Government for Nationwide Hospitality Training Programs Addressing Staff Shortages

🏨 The Leela, an Indian hotel group, plans to open 35 more properties in the next 5 to 7 years, requiring skilled staff. They've partnered with Le Cordon Bleu and GD Goenka University to train 3,000 professionals. IHCL (Taj) is establishing a hospitality institute in Aurangabad and a skills center in Goa through a government agreement. Accor India's "Accelerate" program trains 500 underprivileged youths. The THSC certifies programs across 13 states and 101 cities, ensuring alignment with national standards.
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