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ew looks are en-vogue. The often quoted perception of the NEW LUXURY, INTELLIGENT LUXURY and/or SUSTAINABLE LUXURY is changing the architecture and interior design of both, landmark hotels up for renovation, and new developments alike.

The definition of luxury has definitely changed, and shifted from opulence to experiential design and simple elegance. Consequently, this trend also means moving away from conformity and paying more attention to technology influences.

Modern design allows for more exposure to the exterior and indoor/outdoor spaces with flexible, open facades and continuous spaces. The goal is to create authentic, experiential hospitality and architecture - something which is evidently absent and missed in so many of today’s chain hotels.

I have always been very sceptic as to the ‘overbranding’ of luxury properties and therefor took a soft-branding approach in all of our own projects. High-end hotels have become oh so interchangeable, their logo often being the only distinguishing feature. Remember Conrad Hilton, who started out as a luxury hotelier? And Juan Trippe of Pan Am, who founded InterContinental having luxury hotel oases around the world in mind? When investors took over both companies later, they began to ‘uniformise’ the properties! Today, as major investment groups are acquiring landmark hotels solely with ROI in mind, they squeeze most of them into the same management model, creating ‘look-alikes’ , and luxury brands loose their individuality - an

opening for niches, which luckily are sometimes filled by discerning independent hoteliers with a foresight!

Fortunately ‘uniformisation’ cannot be said of the properties of our member hoteliers featured in this issue: The Langham, London, and the Victoria-Jungfrau, Interlaken, went though extensive renovation and restoration programs over the past few years, have created their very own style and flair, whilst the fully independent TUGU collection is truly unique - see for yourself!

To honour past and present outstanding hoteliers and leaders of our luxury hospitality industry, we have founded The International Hospitality Hall of Fame. I am both, delighted and humbled by the reaction of so many well established colleagues who have accepted invitations to join the Academy, extended warm wishes and congratulations with pledges of their active support!

Unfortunately, the SOLARIMPULSE Around the World journey came to an unforeseen end in Hawaii due to battery problems. But the adventure continues next spring - so, stay tuned!

Enjoy the Looks!

Frank M. Pfaller President & CEO

MADE-TO-MEASURE LUXURY HOTEL MANAGEMENT, REPRESENTATION, MARKETING & BRANDING Responsible for some of the finest and most distinctive property concepts around the globe.

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16 THE INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY

HALL OF FAME

PRESERVINGHISTORY

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CITYRETREAT The Langham

BEACHRETREATS Bali & Lombok TUGU

A new anniversary look of a Grand Hotel

An owners’ lifelong affair with tradition and an art collectors dream

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>> Celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2015, The Langham, London - today in a class of its own<<

Congratulations are in place for our HoteliersGuild founder-member, Regional VP Duncan Palmer and his fine team. From the outset, The Langham boasted an unrivalled location at the top of Regent Street and this is still true today with an enviable address in the heart of the West End. After an extensive transformation, The Langham has exquisitely appointed guest rooms and suites, classically styled and evoking a warm residential feel with renowned service that bears the hallmarks of the hotel’s rich heritage that spans three centuries.

Palm Court is famed as the birthplace of the afternoon tea tradition, an indulgent ritual that continues today. Artesian is a glamorous bar designed by the acclaimed late David Collins and is a social hub for chic Londoners conjuring up classic and innovative cocktails, receiving the coveted accolade of ‘World’s Best Bar’ for two consecutive years. In partnership with culinary icons father and son Albert and Michel Roux Jr, Roux at the Landau restaurant sees Roux protégé Chef Chris King create classically-constructed dishes using the finest seasonal ingredients with a contemporary style of presentation. Chuan Spa is a pampering haven and is London’s first luxury hotel spa to incorporate the ancient principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine into its signature treatments and ambience.

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Located in the world-renowned West End, one of the most coveted addresses in London. The perfect base from which to explore the shopping in Regent Street, Bond Street, and Oxford Street, as well as cultural attractions such as The British Museum.

World-class facilities are available to patrons to restore body and spirit. Working out at the stateof-the-art Chuan Health Club or indulging in pampering treatments at the luxury wellness sanctuary, Chuan Spa. lavish underground sanctuary with very attentive therapists, offeringan array of holistic treatments.

Make your way through Roux at The Landau's vaulted wine corridor where you can browse a selection of rare and unusual wines from around the world.Â

The combined forces of Chef de cuisine, Jamie Draper, and Restaurant Manager Franco Becci make a dream team that guarantees the highest standards of service and culinary excellence at one of the Best London Restaurant.

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As part of the final phase of renovations scheduled in time for its 150th anniversary in June, The Langham, London is delighted to announce the launch of two new deluxe products; The Sterling Suite and The Langham Club, combining classic sophistication with modern sensibility.

As a follow up to the 236 square meter Infinity Suite, The Langham, London has created The Sterling Suite, inspired by the sterling heritage of English pageantry and precious materials.

Designed by leading hospitality designers Richmond, the suite is Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest and most coveted suite at 450 square metres and a maximum possible configuration of six bedrooms.

The Sterling Suite will allow private lift access from Portland Place into Langham House and additional access from the main hotel building via the second floor. Guests seeking complete privacy will have the opportunity to secure the access to The Sterling Suite via Langham House from the main hotel building. On arrival from the lift entry of Langham House, guests will reach a secluded Lobby area leading to two main bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, standalone bath tubs and dressing areas.

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The heart of the suite will comprise of the luxurious Drawing Room with a unique dual-tone piano, a bespoke fireplace and a Butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bar offering the ideal home away from home setting. Sliding doors will link the Salon to a Dining Area for private dining experiences and a separate Home Theatre lounge for entertainment purposes. The pièce de resistance Master Bedroom with a Master Salon living area, Master Bathroom and expansive Dressing Room will feature hand-painted chinoiserie on silver leaf panels and verre eglomise glass with gilded age details.

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Inspired by the private clubs of the Victorian era, The Langham Club is set to redefine the Club concept with the ultimate in exclusivity, modern conveniences and attentive service. Offering a private sanctuary, The Langham Club features several distinct propositions to anticipate all guestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs from the point of arrival until departure.

Located above The Sterling Suite and spread across two floors, The Langham Club will operate between 6.30am until 11pm and provides butler and specialist Concierge services in addition to private showers and changing facilities available for guests requiring early arrival and late departure. Complimentary services will include premium broadband internet access, the pressing of three items of clothing upon check-in and up to two hours use of the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Loft events space per stay.

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PRESERVING

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GENERATIONS Warm personal regards!

Frank M. Pfaller Founder President & CEO International Hospitality Hall of Fame

Recently founded and announced at the exclusive Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards in Bali, the Hall of Fame is now support by a selective circle of ambassadors, all of them true leaders of the luxury hospitality industry.

The International Hospitality Hall of Fame has been conceived to celebrate brilliance in our industry. It is dedicated to recognise the people who are making outstanding contributions to the global luxury Lebensart, and thus inspiring and educating a new generation of hoteliers and service providers.

A magnificent Hall-of-Fame will be physically located in Palacio Linares, at the renowned Villa Padierna Palace Hotel, Marbella, Spain, with an exclusive inauguration event planned for October, 2016

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Hon. Chairman & Custodian

Ricardo Arranz de Miguel President, Villa Padierna Collection

Board of Advisors Academy

Countess Alicia of Villapadierna President, The Medical Wellnes Institute

Joseph Chong Managing Director, Peninsula Shanghai

Beat Sigg CEO, Victoria Jungfrau Collection

Valeriano Antonioli CEO, Lungarno Collection

Lindsay Ueberroth President, Preferred Hotel Group

OnnoPoortier Ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Representative, The Alpina

Michel Mein Executive Director the seventh art

Abid Butt CEO, BANYAN TREE

Ingo Peters Regional VP & GM Fairmont Vierjahreszeiten

Duncan Palmer Managing Director, The Langham, London

Sandro Fabris General Manager, Half Moon Bay Montego Bay

Michael Smithuis General Manager Fairmont Le Montreux Palace

Ralf Bruegger

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Distinguished Honorary Members The Patreness of IHHOF

Her Royal Highness The Infanta Elena, Duchess of Lugo

Antonio Banderas Ambassador Marbella

The Honarablel Mayors of The Golden Triangle of Marbella | Benahavis | Estepona Jose Bernal - Alcalde de Marbella Jose Maria Urbano - Alcalde de Estepona Jose Mena - Alcalde de Benahavis

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Peter Gould CEO, Great Hotels of The World

Valeriano Antanioli CEO, Lungarno Collection

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Dr. Andreas Lindner CEO, WorldGuide

Khalil El-Mouelhy President, SevenStarAwards

Ronen Nissenbaum Managing Director, The Waldorf Astoris NYC

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>>The Tugu mission is to bring back to life the art, soul and romance of Indonesia's yesteryears.<<

Anhar Setjadibrata is Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest Collector of Fine Indonesian Art

and Owner of Hotel Tugu Bali & Villa Tugu, managed by his daughter, Lucienne, a long time member of HoteliersGuild. Tugu, in Indonesian language, means 'monument'. Tugu Hotels are small privately owned and designed collection of luxury art hotels born out of one man's love and passion for Indonesia's romantic history. Tugu Hotels' founder, Anhar Setjadibrata, once upon a time a medical student-turned-lawyer, and now the owner of the biggest collection of fine Indonesian art and cultural antiquities in Indonesia, designed these beautiful boutique museum hotels to house his antiques and to share with the world the romantic stories and legends of ancient kingdoms of Indonesia.

Lucienne Anhar

Authenticity and Culture! The Art. The Soul. The Romance of Indonesia. The first Tugu in East Java, Hotel Tugu Malang, received its name for its location facing the central monument in downtown Dutch colonial-era Malang.

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The Tugu mission is to bring back to life the art, soul and romance of Indonesia's yesteryears. This fully Indonesian experience is achieved not only through the artful design and themed dĂŠcor, but also from the various cultural experiences that guests can only have in the hotels.

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Now Tugu Hotels & Exotic Spas in Bali, Lombok, Blitar and Malang, all stand as unique monuments of forgotten art, culture and romance of the thousandyears-old Indonesian archipelago.

Hotel Tugu Bali and Villa Tugu Bali, Setjadibrata’s new luxury museum boutique resort. Tugu Bali is

located in the ancient village of Canggu a long a broad sandy beach nestled among lush paddy fields nearBatu Bolong Temple, one of Bali’s most sacred temples.

Hotel Tugu Bali’s architecture and interior reflect the art, culture and history of Indonesia in general and Bali in particular. The Wantilan Agung (Grand Ceremonial House), where traditional Balinese dances are performed for guests, houses an art gallery featuring Setjadibrata’s exclusive collection of historicIndonesian artwork, antiquities and cultural artifacts. Wantilan Agung is decorated with wooden Boma Head(mythological giant guardians) carvings on the top of crossbeams, and columns inspired by the ancient

ceremonial house in the ancient village of Bayung Gede. Among the antiquities displayed here is the

precious Cupu Manik. The main entrance leads to the resort’s 25 rooms and suites, amidst tropical and a tranquil pool of wild lotus.

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>>The art of

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The island of Lombok, twenty minutes flight east of Bali or 2.5 hours on a speedboat across the Lombok Strait, is a hidden, unpolished jewel traditionally overshadowed by the fame of its neighbouring island. Very few know about its magical serene beaches, long idyllic stretches of white sand; long and slender, wind-bent palm trees with whispering leaves…

Tugu owner Setjadibrata’s endless search for cultural antiquities was never motivated by financial gain. It began as a quest, fuelled by his youthful idealism, to learn the history of his country. “I never thought of collecting for profit,” remarks Setjadibrata. “I was only thinking of a way to save these treasures because they are related to Indonesia’s history, a part of history that I can touch and feel”.

Through the years, his vast collection of antiques continued to grow. “I began to realize that my

collections must no longer speak only to me, they must also speak to all mankind as a symbol of my

country’s rich history and cultural heritage,” added Sedjadibrata. After 12 years, Setjadibrata left his law

practice and decided to make his dream a reality - he became Indonesia’s first and foremost boutique-museum-hotelier!

In 1989 he built his first boutique museum hotel, Tugu Park, in the East Java city of Malang to

showcase his overflow of treasures from Java and beyond. His efforts were soon rewarded. In addition to

being the only hotel in Indonesia to win a national award for architectural excellence, Tugu Malang is a

home to one of the largest collections of Javanese, Chinese and Dutch colonial antiques in Indonesia and is ranked among the 101 Best Hotels in the world.

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The hotel features hundreds of original, beautiful artworks and antiques painstakingly collected and assembled as a loving testament to the long forgotten, original culture of the isle of Lombok.

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In bringing back to life these ancient Hindu times in Lombok before the occupation of the Dutch and the Balinese, Hotel Tugu Lombok surrounds itself with chapters from the romantic epic of the Mahabharata.

Carrying the Tugu signature in its mission, style and atmosphere, Hotel Tugu Lombok stands as a monument for the forgotten history, art and romance of ancient kingdoms, where at the same time provides heavenly tropical luxuries like no other resorts do.Hotel Tugu Lombok is located on the pristine, miles and miles of virgin white sand beach of Sire, on the northwest coast of the island.

Neighbouring this tropical haven is a beautiful 18 hole-golf course and virgin landscapes, traditional thatched roofed huts and empty green fields, traditional thatched roofed huts and empty green fields where local life continues in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age much the same as it has done for centuries.

In 1894, a priceless volume of an ancient manuscript was found at the Puri Cakranegara in Lombok by a Dutch historian by the name of Brandes. Soon enough, this manuscript was identified as the only surviving and most important record of the ancient Hindu era of Majapahit, a vast kingdom that was the most prosperous of all times and reigned through most of the archipelago. The manuscript, known as the Negara Krtagama, has recorded years of history

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Record-breaking solar flight reaches Hawaii after 5 nights and days airborne without fuel.

Unlimited endurance is now proven thanks to clean technology

HAWAII, July 3rd, 2015.The longest and most difficult leg of the Round the World Solar Flight attempted since last March by Swiss explorers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg ended successfully in Hawaii. At the controls of Solar Impulse 2, pilot André Borschberg landed safely in Hawaii after flying 117 hours and 52 minutes over the Pacific Ocean from Japan powered only by the sun.

A historic landing took place in Hawaii after a perilous nonstop flight for 5 days and 5 nights. With the sun rising this morning at 5:55 am local time Hawaii (15:55 GMT), Solar Impulse 2 touched down at the Kalaeloa Airport after traveling a distance of roughly 4480 miles (7'200 km). Pilot André Borschberg, also co-founder of Solar Impulse with

Bertrand Piccard, broke the world records of distance and duration for solar aviation, as well as the world record for the longest solo flight ever, (117: 52 hours and around 7'200 km. These world records will be ratified upon landing by the International Aeronautical Federation.

André endured many challenges requiring him to carefully maintain a balance between wearing an oxygen mask for long stretches of time during high altitude, getting enough rest and maximizing the energy levels of the plane, particularly during turbulent weather conditions.

Successfully accomplishing this 8th leg by remaining airborne for 5 consecutive days and nights has now proven that the airplane’s critical components perform exceptionally and that Solar Impulse’s vision of reaching unlimited endurance without fuel, using solely the power of the sun, was not only a dream: perpetual flight is a reality.

“I feel exhilarated by this extraordinary journey. I have climbed the equivalent altitude of Mount Everest five times without much rest. The team at the Mission Control Center in Monaco (MCC) was my eyes and my ears… The MCC was battling to give me the possibility to rest and recover, but also maximizing the aircraft’s energy levels and sending me trajectories and flight strategies simulated by computer", said André Borschberg, "This success fully validates the vision that my partner Bertrand Piccard had after his round-the-world balloon flight to reach unlimited endurance in an airplane without fuel", he adds.

"What AndrĂŠ has achieved is extraordinary from the perspective of a pilot. But furthermore, he has also led the technical team during the construction of this revolutionary prototype. It is not only a historic first in aviation it is also a historic first for renewable energies." said Bertrand Piccard, initiator of Solar Impulse, chairman and pilot.

Solar Impulseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bold mission of building a solar plane was created to demonstrate how pioneering spirit, innovation and clean technologies can change the world and to encourage people to save energy and promote the use of clean technologies globally.

Departing from Abu Dhabi in March, the

explorers are not on this endeavor for the sake of it, as mankind is facing a much bigger problem with pollution, depletion of natural resources and climate change. For Bertrand Piccard, the unprecedented accomplishment is to demonstrate that if technological solutions exist to fly a plane day and night without fuel which has been successfully proven - then there is potential for these same efficient technologies to be used in our daily lives, and to achieve energy savings to reduce CO2 emissions.

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>> The new Look of VictoriaJungfrau Grand Hotel – symbol

of Swiss hospitality for 150 years <<

Interlaken can be considered one of the cradles of Switzerland's legendary hospitality – not least because of the prestige enjoyed by the VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU Grand Hotel & Spa for 150 years. This exceptional 5-star luxury establishment opened its distinguished doors in 1865. Today it offers discerning guests the most modern comforts combined with old world charm, refined elegance with relaxed informality.

The VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU Grand Hotel & Spa offers not only exclusive accommodation but also imposing Belle Epoque event rooms, awardwinning gastronomy as well as state-of-the-art conference facilities. And a wonderful world of wellness. Above all, guests are assured the warmest of welcomes and hospitality. Our member hotelier, Urs Grimm, Managing Director of the VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU, explains: "Our guests entrust us with their precious, well-earned leisure time. Our paramount priority is, therefore to offer them the most memorable holiday experience – in fact, to exceed their high expectations."

Urs & Yasmin Grimm

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Over the years, much passion, dedicated commitment and considerable financial resources have been invested in the future of the VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU. The hotel has undergone repeated renovation and modernisation to meet the constantly changing requirements of contemporary clientele. In the early 1990s, for example, the hotel "boulevard" was transformed by a blend of glass and steel into a light and airy lobby, linking the Victoria and Jungfrau buildings at ground level. 1992 saw the opening of the VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU Spa â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a spectacular and spacious 5500 square metre world of wellness which counts among the finest in Europe. The VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU has always played a pioneering role in innovative expansion and in providing its guests with the highest standards of comfort and personal service.

In 2003, 10 new Junior Suites (56 to 74 square metres) were built in the Bel Air wing of the hotel, each with direct access to the VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU Spa. Only the highest-quality materials of natural wood, stone and glass were used for the interior. Fine fabrics and upholstery in soft muted colours, parquet flooring and a clever lighting concept which bathes the high ceilinged rooms in a gentle glow â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all contribute to the overall setting of serenity, clarity and exquisite elegance. Large modern bathrooms in granite, relaxing rest areas, a cosy window seat and an own terrace enhance the feeling of first-class comfort. Peace and privacy are to be found in all rooms and suites. Views extend to the imposing Jungfrau massif, over the rooftops of Interlaken to the picturesque Niesen chain or the nearby Harder.

Interlaken has long enjoyed international acclaim as one of Switzerland's most attractive year-round resorts. Poets and painters have been inspired by its beauty. Composer Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, one of many famous visitors, wrote to his mother in 1842: "The region between the lakes of Thun and Brienz is the most wonderful of all in this unbelievably beautiful country."

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Dolce Stil Novo - Alfredo Russo Venaria Palace is a grandiose estate just outside Turin, in comprises 80.000 square meters of floor surface in the Reggia and 60 hectares of Gardens, 3.000 fenced hectares of the Park of La Mandria. It is a natural and architectural masterpiece that was declared part of the World Heritage by UNESCO. On the last floor, just above Diana’s Gallery and one step below the sky with a breathtaking view over the Gardens it is the home to one of Italy’s most renowned restaurants: the Dolce Stil Novo managed and owned by chef Alfredo Russo.

A unique trip between culinary pleasure and history’s emotion.

Dolce Stil Novo alla Reggia - 10078 Piazza della Repubblica, 4 - Venaria Reale (Torino) Italia Ph. +39 346 2690588

M. +39 339 1996218

@ info@dolcestilnovo.com

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Web. www.dolcestilnovo.com

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New Affiliations

Urs & Yasmin Grimm GM Victoria Jungfrau Interlaken

Ingo Peters GM Fairmont Vierjahreszeiten Hamburg

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Extending a warm welcome to our new members & supporters

Sandro Fabris GM Half Moon Montego Bay Jamaica

Rolf E. Broenimann GM Budersand Hotel Golf&Spa Sylt

Yann Debelle de Montby Debelle de Montby Associates Shanghai

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