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Who Just Snagged 33 Marriott Hotels in the UK? Spoiler: Big Names With Big Plans

Iorgos Pappas

KKR and Baupost Group team up with Amante Capital to buy 33 Marriott International Hotels in the UK. Here’s what it means for travellers.

1 year ago

Hilton to Open New Resorts in Greece, Portugal, and Croatia

Iorgos Pappas

Hilton secures four new franchise agreements in Greece, Portugal, and Croatia, expanding its Mediterranean resort footprint with stunning locations and top-tier amenities.

1 year ago

Skaleta Beach Hotel Passes Environmetnal Impact Study

Manuel Santos

According to recent news from the Environment and Spatial Planning Committee of the Region of Crete, the 3-star Scaleta Beach Hotel has received positive marks after an environmental impact study. The 236 bed hotel located in Scaleta in Rethymno Prefecture is apparently either expanding or receiving an upgrade. Owned by PAPYRAKI A. E., the Scaleta […]

1 year ago

Sani/Ikos Group Expands in Greece, Spain, and Portugal

Iorgos Pappas

The Sani/Ikos Group plans to expand into two distinct regions: the Caribbean and the Middle East. According to COO Alexander Schneider in an interview with German media outlet FVW Medien, these areas offer unique investment opportunities. While the Caribbean boasts easier tourist access, the Middle East provides favourable conditions for investors. The group has yet […]

1 year ago

Black Friday Hotel Deals

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Bookmark this page; we will continue updating it until Black Friday, November 29, 2024. Black Friday hotel deals curated by Argophilia.

1 year ago

Celebrating World Kindness Day with Four Seasons’ Culinary Delight

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As World Kindness Day approaches, Four Seasons, a leader in luxury hospitality, is intertwining the spirit of kindness with its passion for culinary excellence. This November 13th marks the start of a season-long celebration driven by the ethos, “Food at the Heart”. The initiative encourages acts of goodwill, while connecting people through the universal language […]

1 year ago

Breaking News: Aldemar Knossos Royal Acquired by Karatzis Group for €80 Million

Iorgos Pappas

Karatzis Group has acquired the iconic Aldemar Knossos Royal in Crete for €80 million, marking a significant expansion in its hospitality sector portfolio.

1 year ago

Piraeus Welcomes Its First Wyndham Luxury Residences

Victoria Udrea

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and DKG Development collaborated on Piraeus’s inaugural Wyndham Luxury Residences, which will feature 72 opulent serviced apartments.

1 year ago

Aria Hotels Expands in Colombia

Iorgos Pappas

Aria Hotels is venturing into new territories with its exciting expansion into Colombia. This marks the chain’s first global initiative outside Greece. Known for blending filoxenia with modern comforts, Aria Hotels will recreate its signature experience in Colombia. The announcement took place at the 2024 Concordia Annual Summit. Notable figures such as George Logothetis, Executive […]

1 year ago

Club Med Gregolimano Reopens After Exetensive Renovation

Manuel Santos

The all-inclusive Club Med Gregolimano reopened its doors after an extensive refurbishment. Henri Giscard d’Estaing, the President of Club Med, attended the ceremony, along with key political and community leaders such as local MPs and regional officials. The event was a testament to the longstanding relationship between Club Med and Greece, a bond rooted in […]

1 year ago

Twinn Downtown Piraeus: A New Era for Piraeus Hospitality

Victoria Udrea

Twinn Downtown Piraeus signifies a new direction for the city, positioning the major port as a desirable tourist destination.

1 year ago

Hilton Prague: Excellence in Hospitality

Victoria Udrea

Hilton Prague has been acclaimed as the Czech Republic’s Leading MICE Hotel at the World MICE Travel Awards.

1 year ago

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