The complex issue of tackling dirty money flows is not new. The fight against money laundering and terrorist financing is vital for financial stability and security in Europe. Legislative gaps in one Member State have an impact on the EU. That is why EU rules must be implemented and supervised efficiently and consistently to combat […]
Six Senses Shaharut, opening in the heart of the Negev Desert, Israel
The hotly anticipated opening of Six Senses Shaharut will take place on 5 August 2021. Perfectly nestled on a dramatic cliff with panoramic views of the Negev desert, it will comprise 60 suites and villas, built from local rocks and with furnishings sourced from local artisans. There will be one main restaurant, a poolside bar […]
Richard Langonne appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Richard Langonne as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing, taking over from Mark S Bradford, who was at the helm for three-and-half years and has now been given the important mission of establishing a new luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel in the southern China city of Shenzhen. Richard Langonne […]
Geraldine Dobey joins Mandarin Oriental, Paris as General Manager and Area Vice President Operations.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Geraldine Dobey as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Paris. The appointment welcomes Geraldine’s return to the Group as she was previously part of the leadership team at the Group’s Geneva property. Geraldine will also oversee the operations of Mandarin Oriental, Geneva and Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech. Originally from Ireland, Geraldine […]
Castell Son Claret, Mallorca, unveils new developments for summer 2021.
Castell Son Claret, a historic nineteenth century former castle just outside the village of Calvía in Mallorca is ready and waiting to welcome back its guests for what is building up to be a fabulous summer. The 41-room luxury hotel and 326-acre country estate recently revealed new developments enabling guests to reconnect with the outdoors, […]
Introducing The VRetreats Collection
VRetreats is the new hotel brand from VOIhotels, a fabulous selection of exclusive luxury Italian hotels. The collection is perfect for lovers of Italian art, history, and culture, with each hotel possessing a strong personality and sense of place all set in historic buildings. Currently comprising four properties in Rome, Venice, and Taormina, VRetreats plans […]
The Residences at Secret Bay Sets Highest-Price Sale Record in Dominica
Clifftop Villa Estate compound comprised of four villas and three pools on an acre of land overlooking the Caribbean Sea sells for $7.1 million (£5.1 million) The Residences at Secret Bay, Dominica’s crown jewel development and only six-star, award-winning, all-villa resort, just sold the most expensive vacation home estate in the country ever for US $7.1 million […]
In conversation with..Chitra Stern
Today, ‘in conversation with’ typically means via webcam, Sarah Jayne had the pleasure of spending an hour chatting to the very affable Chitra Stern, a formidable businesswoman with strong values and even stronger ambition. Chitra is of Indian heritage, spending time in Singapore and London before marrying Roman, her Swiss husband and relocating to Portugal […]
EPP Group: SME must have the possibility to use supercomputers to exploit the full potential of AI
“This is how businesses become innovative and provide a more useful service to us, the citizens”, said Pilar del Castillo MEP, EPP Group Spokeswoman on the Digital Europe Programme. The European Parliament will approve the first funding programme for Digital Europe, which is a novelty. It is intended to make digital technology much more accessible […]
Time to act on digital taxation and a global minimum effective tax rate, say S&Ds urging EU leaders to back Biden’s push
The Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament are pushing for the fair taxation of digital giants and an ambitious minimum effective tax rate ahead of a crucial G20 meeting in June this year. For many years, the S&D Group has led the drive in the European Parliament for an effective minimum tax rate and […]