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Saburnet-collection.com: a new site dedicated to exceptional products

19 October 2015/in Events /by Florence Bernardin

Sylvie Burnet Merlin, international press manager, has carefully selected exceptional references whether in the area of beauty and well-being, of art and fashion, of design or of unusual leisure accommodation, to which she devotes her expertise with regard to media promotion.

What can you find in this exclusive Collection ? The Chalet Inarpa&Resort in la Clusaz, the Chalet Crystal White in Megève, La Ferme du Passieu in Saint Nicolas la Chapelle, the Chalet Blossom Hill in Courchevel, Riad Goloboy in Marakech, Fusion Interiors Group, Artvera’s Gallery in Geneva, or the luxurious swiss beauty brand L.RAPHAELGenève is now currently present in some of the most beautiful cities in the world and some creations such as Au Bois d’Olivier and VM France.

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Exhibition Henk Helmantel at Artvera’s Gallery Geneva

19 October 2015/in Events /by Florence Bernardin

Artvera’s Gallery in Geneva presents its new exhibition Henk Helmantel: A Contemporary Old Master from October 16^th 2015 to 27^th, 2016. Exhibiting for the very first time in Switzerland, celebrated Dutch artist Henk Helmantel showcases a series of exquisitely executed still lifes, intimate table and interior scenes of medieval churches and monasteries. Part of Artvera’s programme is to introduce lesser-known contemporary artists to the city. The exhibition sheds light on the development of the artist’s career showing very early paintings from 1969 up until today. Artvera’s is a Geneva-based art gallery specializing in European and Russians masters of modern art. Since opening its doors in 2007, Artvera’s programme has been distinguished by its museum-like approach. All exhibitions are accompanied by meticulously researched and thoroughly illustrated catalogues, produced by Artvera’s, in collaboration with leading art scholars and experts. The 5,400 square foot gallery, divided into six exhibition rooms, occupies a lovingly restored medieval building in the heart of the old town.

Credits : Henk Helmantel

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Starwood Hotels innovates with Keyless

7 September 2015/in Hotel /by Florence Bernardin

Starwood Hotels & Resorts is celebrating its newest innovation milestone with the launch of SPG Keyless in France, the hospitality industry’s first mobile, keyless entry system allowing guests to use their smartphone as a key. Marrying high-tech and high-touch, the SPG app for Apple Watch is designed to anticipate and respond to the in-the-moment needs of guests from mobile check in, to opening their guest room door, to providing information like the hotel address, room number, confirmation number, and directions and SPG account information with just a glance of the wrist. “We’re committed to mobile and digital innovation and are excited to be the first hotel company to let guests check in and open their hotel room door with their Apple Watch,” said Mark Vondrasek, Senior Vice President, Distribution, Loyalty and Partnership Marketing for Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “In today’s mobile world, people increasingly expect their technology to help them do whatever they need on the spot. Apple Watch allows us to engage with our guests and give them the information they need instantaneously in a simple yet extremely stylish way.”

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Hilton Paris Opera partners with LEGO for exclusive exhibition

12 July 2015/in Events /by Florence Bernardin

Hilton Hotels & Resorts today announced that Hilton Paris Opera has partnered with LEGO on an exclusive summer promotion to kick off on July 3rd, 2015. Ideal for families traveling in Paris through early September, ‘Summer fun with Lego Bricks’ at Hilton Paris Opera marks LEGO’s first collaboration with Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and the first LEGO collaboration with a Paris hotel. “We are excited to offer families a fun and different travel experience this summer,” said Sofia Vandaele, General Manager, Hilton Paris Opera. In the city synonymous with exploration and discovery, what better way to engage our younger travelers!”

Hilton Paris Opera will also host an exhibition made with LEGO bricks featuring Paris’ most famous landmark buildings and international personalities. The exhibit will take place in Le Petit Bar & Le Grand Salon as well as Salon Baccarat, with a large scale model of Hilton Paris Opera exclusively built for the hotel by Dirk Denoyelle, LEGO Certified Professional. Guests can marvel at models of Sacré-Coeur and the Eiffel Tower, all made of LEGO bricks, as well as impressions of several international personalities, including Laurel & Hardy, Charlie Chaplin, and other work from the private collection of Dirk Denoyelle.

Ymalia, spa partner of the Constance Hotels & Resorts Group

3 July 2015/in Hotel /by Florence Bernardin

Constance Hotels and Resorts, operating out of Mauritius, offers a unique hospitality experience at 7 luxury hotels and resorts dotted across select Indian Ocean locations (Mauritius, Seychelles, Maldives and Madagascar). In its quest for excellence in luxury ecofriendly hospitality, Constance Hotels and Resorts have joined forces with Ymalia, the exclusive organic skincare brand synonymous with innovation, quality, and its proprietary well-being concept spa-sophrology® offering guests an unforgettable spa experience. Maryse de Wever, sophrologist and Ymalia founder, created Spa-sophrologie® to propose a general concept of wellbeing dedicated to Spa. “Our Spa care treatments bring your mind and body to a state of perfect relaxation and a complete equilibrium. Each treatment starts with sophrology dynamic relief based on breathing. We are delighted to propose our wellness methods to an international clientele through the collaboration with a group that shares the same values as we do and attaches the same importance to training its people”, says Maryse de Wever.

Dr Chase Webber, Naturopathic Doctor, responsible for spa activities for Constance Hotels and Resorts, developed a holistic approach. When your body works well, your mind is calmer and you feel more positive. “Our approach is holistic, so we take into account a guest’s health, diet, fitness levels and skincare regime when we offer advice. Ymalia adds leverage to our philosophy with a package of certifiedorganic skincare products and methods inspired by a tried-and-tested relaxation technique. All our “unique” properties namely Constance Belle Mare Plage in Mauritius, Constance Ephelia Seychelles and Constance Moofushi Maldives will be offering Ymalia spa and beauty treatments”, says Chase Webber.