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Coliving Startup Cohabs Joins Forces With Leading Real Estate Investors to Accelerate Growth

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With the ambition to reach 5.000 bedrooms across 11 cities by the end of 2026, Cohabs looks to initiate the next step in expansion through increased institutional support.

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Nov 18, 2022

BRUSSELS, November 18, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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Cohabs, a Brussels-based company specializing in coliving, announces the entry into its capital of three new institutional investors: global real estate investor Ivanhoé Cambridge, Belfius Insurance, and the real estate arm of the Belgian Sovereign Fund (SFPIM – Real Estate). All the founders and historical shareholders AG Real Estate and Alphastone remain on board to fuel the growth of the company.

Founded in 2016 by four Belgian entrepreneurs — Youri Dauber, François Samyn, Malik Dauber, and Lionel Jadot — Cohabs is a fully integrated coliving platform that both owns and operates its real estate assets. They provide a unique shared housing experience through fully furnished, premium accommodations. The 50-person company has a current portfolio of 1.550 bedrooms across five cities (Brussels, Paris, New York, Madrid, and Luxembourg), with the majority of its team and assets based in Brussels.

Driven by a community-first approach, Cohabs prioritizes the experience of its members through a tech-centric and flexible process. The company is committed to limiting its impact on the environment by focusing on a global, sustainable approach. From a social standpoint, Cohabs is committed to maintaining 5% of the Belgium portfolio as solidarity bedrooms with 50% reduced rent to ensure coliving is accessible for all.

With the ambition to reach 5.000 bedrooms across 11 cities by the end of 2026, Cohabs looks to initiate the next step in expansion through increased institutional support.

This equity investment will allow investors to assist Cohabs in terms of structuring, financing, and operational growth due to their extensive resources and experience in developing high-quality real estate around the world. This will significantly strengthen Cohabs’ capital structure and increase its capacity to position itself as a major player with a focus on a sustainable coliving experience that always puts its members first.

With that in mind, this step forward is not just a win for one organization, but a major step forward for the institutionalization of the coliving industry.

Cohabs was advised on this transaction by Natixis Partners & Tandem Capital Advisors.

“From the very first meeting with Ivanhoé Cambridge, it was clear we were a good fit. They immediately understood our vision of coliving and shared our fundamental values. They have the experience, resources, and drive to help us reach the next level. Combine this dynamic with the belief and support from our historical Belgian investors and our ambition has all the fuel necessary for us to accomplish our goals. Our mission will remain the same: be the most qualitative, sustainable, and member-centric coliving company in the world.“

Youri Dauber, Founder & CEO of Cohabs.

“Cohabs offers everything we are looking for in terms of an innovative concept in an alternative asset class, which aligns with a strong and growing trend in the living sector, and we are confident the company will grow further internationally. This operation is another demonstration of Ivanhoé Cambridge’s ability to successfully close complex private equity deals, and to diversify its portfolio with alternative asset classes.“

Arnaud Malbos, Head of Investments Europe for Ivanhoé Cambridge.

“We are delighted with this important step in the life of Cohabs, which we have supported with conviction since its inception. Flexibility, agility, service and quality in addition to a strong local Belgian base: these are all assets that have undoubtedly attracted Ivanhoé Cambridge. As a top-tier financial and strategic partner, AG Real Estate is convinced that such a pool of investors can only ensure the growth and sustainability of Cohabs! Congratulations to the teams for this new milestone in their history.“

Amand-Benoît D’Hondt, Chief Alternative Investments & Sustainability Officer at AG Real Estate.

Source: Cohabs

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November 18, 2022
Coliving Startup Cohabs Joins Forces With Leading Real Estate Investors to Accelerate Growth

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With the ambition to reach 5.000 bedrooms across 11 cities by the end of 2026, Cohabs looks to initiate the next step in expansion through increased institutional support.

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Nov 16, 2022

BRUSSELS, November 16, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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Cohabs, a Brussels-based company specializing in coliving, announces the entry into its capital of three new institutional investors: global real estate investor Ivanhoé Cambridge, Belfius Insurance, and the real estate arm of the Belgian Sovereign Fund (SFPIM – Real Estate). All the founders and historical shareholders AG Real Estate and Alphastone remain on board to fuel the growth of the company.

Founded in 2016 by four Belgian entrepreneurs — Youri Dauber, François Samyn, Malik Dauber, and Lionel Jadot — Cohabs is a fully integrated coliving platform that both owns and operates its real estate assets. They provide a unique shared housing experience through fully furnished, premium accommodations. The 50-person company has a current portfolio of 1.550 bedrooms across five cities (Brussels, Paris, New York, Madrid, and Luxembourg), with the majority of its team and assets based in Brussels.

Driven by a community-first approach, Cohabs prioritizes the experience of its members through a tech-centric and flexible process. The company is committed to limiting its impact on the environment by focusing on a global, sustainable approach. From a social standpoint, Cohabs is committed to maintaining 5% of the Belgium portfolio as solidarity bedrooms with 50% reduced rent to ensure coliving is accessible for all.

With the ambition to reach 5.000 bedrooms across 11 cities by the end of 2026, Cohabs looks to initiate the next step in expansion through increased institutional support.

This equity investment will allow investors to assist Cohabs in terms of structuring, financing, and operational growth due to their extensive resources and experience in developing high-quality real estate around the world. This will significantly strengthen Cohabs’ capital structure and increase its capacity to position itself as a major player with a focus on a sustainable coliving experience that always puts its members first.

With that in mind, this step forward is not just a win for one organization, but a major step forward for the institutionalization of the coliving industry.

Cohabs was advised on this transaction by Natixis Partners & Tandem Capital Advisors.

“From the very first meeting with Ivanhoé Cambridge, it was clear we were a good fit. They immediately understood our vision of coliving and shared our fundamental values. They have the experience, resources, and drive to help us reach the next level. Combine this dynamic with the belief and support from our historical Belgian investors and our ambition has all the fuel necessary for us to accomplish our goals. Our mission will remain the same: be the most qualitative, sustainable, and member-centric coliving company in the world.“

Youri Dauber, Founder & CEO of Cohabs.

“Cohabs offers everything we are looking for in terms of an innovative concept in an alternative asset class, which aligns with a strong and growing trend in the living sector, and we are confident the company will grow further internationally. This operation is another demonstration of Ivanhoé Cambridge’s ability to successfully close complex private equity deals, and to diversify its portfolio with alternative asset classes.“

Arnaud Malbos, Head of Investments Europe for Ivanhoé Cambridge.

“We are delighted with this important step in the life of Cohabs, which we have supported with conviction since its inception. Flexibility, agility, service and quality in addition to a strong local Belgian base: these are all assets that have undoubtedly attracted Ivanhoé Cambridge. As a top-tier financial and strategic partner, AG Real Estate is convinced that such a pool of investors can only ensure the growth and sustainability of Cohabs! Congratulations to the teams for this new milestone in their history.“

Amand-Benoît D’Hondt, Chief Alternative Investments & Sustainability Officer at AG Real Estate.

Source: Cohabs

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November 15, 2022
Police officer killed in stabbing attack in Brussels, local police say | CNN

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A stabbing attack in Brussels which led to the death of least one police officer is “suspected to be terror-related,” authorities said on Thursday.

“It is suspected to be terror-related. It has naturally to be confirmed by the inquiry,” the Belgian Federal Prosecutor’s spokesperson Eric Van Duyse told CNN.

The incident on Thursday night saw a police patrol attacked by a person with a knife. “Other policemen came as backup and use their guns to shoot the attacker as to control the person,” a spokesperson of the North Brussels police force told CNN by email.

“The injured were brought to the hospital. The first investigative duties are ongoing,” the spokesperson added.

The attacker was shot in the leg, said prosecutor’s spokesperson Eric Van Der Sypt.

The attack took place at around 7:30 p.m. local time at Rue d’Aerschot in the Brussels municipality of Schaerbeek, according to Van Duyse.

Lawmakers sent their condolences to the family of the slain police officer following news of the attack.

Belgium’s Prime Minister Alexander De Croo expressed his condolences, saying his thoughts go out to the family and friends of the deceased officer.

“Our police officers risk life and limb every day to keep our society safe. Unfortunately, that is once again apparent today,” he said in a tweet.

Belgian Interior Minister Annelies Verlinden described the incident as “terrible drama and heartbreaking news.”

“My thoughts are first and foremost with the next of kin, the members of the police zone, and the entire police organization,” she tweeted.

Brussels Mayor Philippe Close called it “unbearable drama” in Brussels.

“We stand in solidarity with the police forces. The police protect us and must be protected,” he said.

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said she was “shocked” at the murder of the police officer in the line of duty.

“The Belgian Police have worked so closely with (European Parliament) over the years that this feels personal for us. All our thoughts are with them, their loved ones and everyone in Belgium,” she wrote on Twitter.

Belgium has seen several terror attacks in the last decade.

In 2017, ISIS claimed responsibility for a knife attack on soldiers in Brussels. The soldiers were slightly wounded in the incident, but one managed to shoot the attacker, who later died in the hospital.

In June of that year, a suspect was fatally shot at a Brussels transit station after a failed bombing that authorities called a terrorist attack. In March 2016, coordinated attacks at the Brussels airport and a metro station left 31 people dead and more than 300 injured.

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November 10, 2022
Where To Order Thanksgiving Takeout In New York City

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Thanksgiving takeout from Estuary

Estuary

Takeout is a way of life in New York City. And why should Thanksgiving be any different? Indulge in a festive meal prepared in a top notch kitchen with these excellent takeout options for pickup and delivery across the city. Just prepare to order in advance!

Want to go out? Several New York City restaurants are offering Thanksgiving Day menus for a luxurious experience.

Save the holiday cooking (and cleanup) for the pros. Here’s where to order Thanksgiving takeout in New York City;

Estuary

Prepared by Executive Chef Dennis Hatzinger, this DUMBO restaurant has a Thanksgiving Turkey offering ($220), which includes a whole turkey, cranberry sauce, turkey gravy and cornbread stuffing. A Thanksgiving Dinner package ($320) includes turkey, cranberry sauce, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, roasted rosemary potatoes, baby Brussels sprouts and choice of brown butter pumpkin, pecan or deep dish apple pie for dessert. For a larger gathering or party ($400), the package includes everything in the dinner package plus sweet potato puree and macaroni and cheese. All orders must be placed by November 18^th by calling 7180618-9775, or by emailing info@estuarybrooklyn.com.

Public Display of Affection’s Delicata Detroit pie

Public Display of Affection

Public Display of Affection

Chef/owner Robert Guimond — an alum of Jean Georges, Roberta’s and Speedy Romeo — will offer a take-home family-style meal ($200, feeds 4-6) with the following highlights: Chicken Confit Detroit Style Pizza with chicken confit, squash, robiola and pickled tomatoes; PDA salad with arugula, spinach, onion, garlic, shiitake and pumpkin seeds; Brussels sprouts with sage, apple cider vinegar, honey and chili flakes; a pumpkin spice latte calzone; and natural sparkling wine from a small producer. Order two days ahead of time for pickup, last pick up is the day before Thanksgiving by 5 p.m.

Aquavit

Two Michelin-star restaurant Aquavit is offering a Thanksgiving prix fixe menu that serves four for $575. Chef Emma Bengtsson’s feast includes appetizers like watercress salad and creamy green bean salad, entrees such as fennel and caraway spiced turkey breast and smoked turkey leg sausage, as well as sides like herb roasted root vegetables, sweet potato puree, rye and brioche stuffing, and truffled mushroom spaetzle; dessert includes milk bread, pumpkin pie, and chocolate trifle cake. Place orders here for pickup on Wednesday, November 23 from 3-5 pm.

Farm to People’s Thanksgiving Sides

Farm to People

Farm to People

Sourcing directly from regional, sustainable farmers and delivering right to city-dwellers’ doors, Farm to People offers a Thanksgiving collection of homemade prepared sides. Menu items include fluffy mashed potatoes with confit garlic; creamed spinach; tingly, savory sweet potato mash; zesty cranberry relish accented with walnuts, celery, lime; mac and cheese made with local mozzarella and cheddar, vegan mushroom gravy, and apple pie filling with an assortment of local and heirloom apples Finish off your feast with a decadent assortment of original pies from Partybus Bakeshop (Black Bottom Pumpkin, Brown Butter Pecan, Maple Oat Custard, Pear Cranberry Cobbler) using organic stone-milled flour from small mills and Clementine (Vegan & Gluten-Free). Order at FarmtoPeople.com

Edy’s Grocer

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern-inspired Thanksgiving menu with Edy’s Zesty Thanksgiving Feast. The full Thanksgiving meal is $325 and feeds 6-8 people, with additional a la carte dishes available. The menu includes fig jam stuffins, harvest fatteh, baked mac n’ cheese, zesty turkey, and tahini apple pie. Pre-Order by Thursday 11/17 on the Edy’s Grocer website for pickup Sunday 11/20 – Tuesday 11/22 at the store in Greenpoint.

Agi’s Counter Thanksgiving Box

Agi’s Counter

Agi’s Counter

Supplement your feast with a slew of handmade baked goods. Agi’s Counter’s Thanksgiving box includes six mini pogacsa, two pieces of apple caraway rye coffee cake, a small loaf of sage and cherry cornbread, spelt crackers, Agi O’s Cereal, plus jam and butter Order on the Agi’s Counter website for pickup Monday 11/21 – Wednesday 11/23 at the restaurant in Crown Heights.

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November 3, 2022
Italy’s far-right leader visits EU: “We are not Martians”

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BRUSSELS (AP) — New far-right Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni used her first visit to European Union headquarters in Brussels Thursday to declare that Italy will be a force to reckon with in EU affairs, leaving it unclear whether that was a promise or a threat from one of the bloc’s powerful founding members.

Her first foreign trip after brokering Italy’s only far-right-led government since World War II was not the ordinary kind of visit by a new leader of a major EU nation seeking to renew unshakable bonds with the 27-nation bloc.

For some, it brought the far right into the walls of the EU just as the bloc faces crises on many fronts.

Meloni emerged energized from the meetings with the EU’s most powerful officials: European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel, the European Council president who chairs all EU summits.

Meloni said she had found her counterparts receptive and described the talks as “frank and very positive.”

“I am happy with the climate I found here in Brussels. Probably to be able to see and speak with people can help dismantle a narrative about yours truly,” Meloni told reporters. “We are not Martians. We are people in flesh and bone who explain our positions.”

She said they discussed the war in Ukraine, the resulting soaring prices for energy and raw materials as well as the heavy migration that Italy shoulders at the EU’s southern border.

Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party has neo-fascist roots and she has governed since Oct. 22 along with anti-migrant League party leader Matteo Salvini and former Conservative Premier Silvio Berlusconi, who only recently vaunted his connections to his friend Russian President Vladimir Putin.

It’s enough to send shivers down the spine of many EU legislators and officials, who fear the rule of law and revered principles of Western liberal democracy could be hollowed out from within as yet another EU nation turns sharply to the right.

Metsola sidestepped the political differences and centered on the common challenges ahead.

“I am aware that member states have different realities, but we must find the courage and political will to act as we did during the pandemic, by joining forces,” said Metsola after the meeting.

Many, though, are wary of working too closely with Meloni and her far-right-led ruling coalition.

On the eve of her visit, her government had to defend a decree banning rave parties against criticism it could be used to clamp down on protests, while it took no action against a neo-fascist march to the crypt of Italy’s late dictator Benito Mussolini.

Meloni has been dogged by critics who say she hasn’t unambiguously condemned fascism. The Brothers of Italy, which she co-founded in 2012, has its roots in a far-right party founded by nostalgists for Mussolini. She has retorted that she has “never felt sympathy or closeness for any non-democratic regime, including fascism.”

When it comes to the EU, Meloni is expected to criticize the bloc as being overly meddling in national affairs on anything from LGBTQ rights to local economies and too lax on migration.

Similar criticism has been heard in Poland and Hungary. For years, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a proponent of “illiberalism,” has increasingly run an obstructionist course in an EU where many major decisions have to be made unanimously.

Meloni has stressed, though, that she doesn’t want to torpedo the bloc, whose founding treaty was signed in Rome in 1957.

Italy isn’t in a strong position to break ranks with the EU or the shared euro currency. Its overall debt exceeds 150% of gross domestic product and it’s in line to get around 200 billion euros in aid to deal with the economic crisis caused by the pandemic. This offers the EU institutions extensive political leverage.

On EU foreign policy, which has become a much more trans-Atlantic endeavor with the United States since Russia invaded Ukraine, Meloni has had to overcome suspicions that her coalition could be leaning too far towards Putin.

When Berlusconi boasted to his Forza Italia lawmakers last month of having reestablished contact with Putin and exchanged birthday gifts, Meloni immediately put her foot down.

“Italy will never be the weak link of the West with us in government,” Meloni said.

Meloni has firmly backed Ukraine in its struggle against Russia’s invasion.

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Barry reported from Milan.

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November 3, 2022
London, Paris, Frankfurt and beyond: CNBC names Europe’s best hotels for business travel
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International travel may still have its challenges.

But finding a solid hotel for a business trip isn’t one of them.

CNBC Travel and the market data firm Statista today release a ranking of the “Best Hotels for Business Travelers” in Europe.

This is the first ranking of its kind between CNBC and Statista, who are also releasing hotel rankings in the Middle East today. Asia-Pacific rankings were published in September.

In total, we analyzed more than 10,000 four- and five-star hotels in 117 locations to produce lists corporate travelers can trust. We did this using a three-step process:

Asking business travelers and hotel industry professionals to answer a CNBC reader survey which ran from May 3 to June 7, 2022.

Reviewing more than 1 million hotel data points, which included objective information (location, business facilities, food, leisure activities and room characteristics) and subjective reviews (gathered from Google, TripAdvisor, Expedia and similar websites).

Weighting the data to prioritize the hotel characteristics deemed most important in the reader survey.

For full details about our research methodology, click here.

From Amsterdam to Zurich, here is the full list of the European winners in PDF format — complete with final scores — some of which are highlighted below.

Alternatively, you can search by city or country using the table here:

Amsterdam

Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam

Canal House Suites at Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam

Hotel Okura Amsterdam

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam

Conservatorium Hotel

Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam

Source: Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam

The Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam tied for the highest scores for customer reviews among Europe’s largest financial centers, a distinction it shared with Rome’s Villa Spalletti Trivelli. Travelers rave about the canal-side location, but they say it’s the smaller points — the turndown service, fresh tulips in the room, the luxurious bedding — that make it one of Amsterdam’s finest hotels.

Berlin

Louisa’s Place

InterContinental Berlin

SO/Berlin Das Stue

Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin

KPM Hotel & Residences

In a city with ample competition from major hotel brands, the owner-run Louisa’s Place — named after Queen Louise of Prussia — topped our list. Built around 1900, the boutique hotel in West Berlin has 47 spacious rooms, each with high ceilings and separate bedrooms.

Brussels

Steigenberger Wiltcher’s

Sofitel Brussels Europe

Hotel Manos Premier

Le Louise Hotel Brussels – MGallery

Stanhope Hotel Brussels

Steigenberger Wiltcher’s location on the prestigious Avenue Louise — and its style, aptly described as “luxurious simplicity” — make it a favorite with business travelers in Belgium. Travelers can take an online tour of the hotel before visiting, virtually walking the hallways to peer into its restaurants and ballrooms.

Copenhagen

Charlottehaven

Hotel Kong Arthur

Villa Copenhagen

Hotel Skt Petri

Zoku Copenhagen

Charlottehaven

Source: Charlottehaven

Charlottehaven has hotel apartments in two areas — the larger units in the “Garden” and the newer apartments in the “Tower” which have 180-degree views of the city. The hotel combines kitchens, laundry areas and other comforts of a house with the amenities of a hotel. Nearby metro and train stations make it easy to commute around the city too.

Dublin

The Merrion

InterContinental Dublin

The Marker

Camden Court Hotel

The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

The Merrion

Source: The Merrion

Scoring 3.78 (out of a possible 4 points), the five-star Merrion hotel in the center of Dublin tied for the second highest overall score in Europe. Its 142 rooms and suites are inside four restored Georgian townhouses dating to the 1760s. There’s also a two-star Michelin restaurant — Ireland’s first — plus two bars, a spa and six meeting spaces.

Frankfurt

Sofitel Frankfurt Opera

JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt

Best Western Premier IB Hotel Friedberger Warte

Le Meridien Frankfurt

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Sofitel Frankfurt Opera

Source: Sofitel Frankfurt Opera

The Sofitel Frankfurt Opera is on Opera Square, or the Opernplatz, near the city’s famed opera house. In addition to its central location, the hotel wins over business travelers for the small touches that make for seamless stays: complimentary car valets and minibar beverages, 24-hour room service and stylish rooms outfitted with Illy espresso machines and Bose sound systems.

Geneva

Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva

Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva

Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre

The Woodward Geneve

La Reserve Geneve Hotel & Spa

Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues

Source: Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva

Marble bathrooms, down pillows and balconettes with unobstructed views of Lake Geneva — these are some of the reasons the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva consistently ranks among the city’s most luxurious places to stay. Business travelers can take meetings to the next level with private tours of the nearby Patek Philippe Museum or helicopter tours over Mont Blanc — with all details organized by the hotel.

London

The Langham London

The Savoy

Bulgari Hotel London

One Aldwych

The Lanesborough

The Langham London

Source: The Langham London

The Langham London is a U.K. institution. It’s got a West End location, restaurants helmed by the two-Michelin starred chef Michel Roux Jr., and a bar, Artesian, that was named the world’s best four times in a row. Travelers who book executive rooms or higher get access to The Langham Club, which comes with perks like private check-ins, pressing services, all-day dining options and private meeting spaces.

Madrid

Gran Hotel Ingles

Barcelo Torre de Madrid

Rosewood Villa Magna

VP Plaza Espana Design

Wellington Hotel & Spa Madrid

Gran Hotel Ingles

Source: Gran Hotel Ingles

It’s rare for a small property to outrank major hospitality companies, but Gran Hotel Ingles has done exactly that. “Pure luxury” is how the 48-room hotel is described by travelers, from its sleek interior to its cocktail weekend events accompanied by live music. Opened in 1886, the hotel is said to be Madrid’s oldest.

Milan

Hotel Viu Milan

Excelsior Hotel Gallia

Best Western Plus Hotel Galles

Milano Verticale | UNA Esperienze

Armani Hotel Milano

Hotel Viu Milan

Source: Marriott International

The website for Hotel Viu Milan leads off — not with its rooms or restaurants — but with one word: bleisure. That’s because this hotel is serious about blending business stays with relaxation: morning yoga on the terrace, aperitives after work and dinner at the on-site restaurant Morelli, helmed by the Italian Michelin-starred chef Giancarlo Morelli.

Oslo

The Thief

Hotel Continental

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Scandic Holmenkollen Park

The Thief

Source: The Thief

The Thief Hotel on Tjuvholmen, or “Thief Islet,” takes its name from its seedy past as a hotbed of criminals. Now it’s an upmarket neighborhood known for art and architecture. Art features prominently in the hotel too, as do designer furniture and upmarket Nordic cuisine.

Rome

Hotel de la Ville

Villa Spalletti Trivelli

Hotel Villa Pamphili Roma

Hotel Artemide

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi

The historic Hotel de la Ville, next to the Spanish Steps, is a Rocco Forte Hotel — a company bearing the name of one of Italy’s most famous hotelier families. Business travelers love its rooftop bar and central courtyard, but it’s the concierge — known to help with insider tips and hard-to-book restaurant reservations — that gives the hotel the edge in Italy’s capital city.

Paris

Le Bristol Paris

Les Jardins du Faubourg

Kimpton – St Honore Paris

Pullman Paris Center-Bercy

Le Meurice

Le Bristol Paris

Source: Le Bristol Paris | Claire Cocano

Guests of Le Bristol Paris can count President Emmanuel Macron as a neighbor — Elysee Palace, the official residence of France’s president — is just steps away. From white-gloved service to its three-Michelin-starred restaurant Epicure, the hotel is the height of Parisian elegance and culinary excellence.

Stockholm

Grand Hotel Stockholm

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel Stockholm

Hotel At Six

Bank Hotel

Lydmar Hotel

Grand Hotel Stockholm

Source: Grand Hotel Stockholm

Tying for No. 2 in overall points with Dublin’s The Merrion, the stylish Grand Hotel Stockholm secured the top score for its amenities and facilities, not only in Sweden, but in all of Europe. Its waterfront location is bolstered by four restaurants, a champagne bar, spa and gym, the latter with personal trainers. Room service is available round the clock for those with late-night work to complete.

Vienna

Palais Coburg Hotel Residenz

Hotel Sans Souci Wien

The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna

The Harmonie Vienna

Grand Hotel Wien

This grand hotel built in 1845 is the former home of Austrian royalty. The all-suite boutique hotel has a restaurant with two Michelin stars and a wine cellar that is said to house some 60,000 bottles of wine.

Zurich

The Dolder Grand

Widder Hotel

Baur au Lac

Park Hyatt Zurich

Acasa Suites Zurich

The Dolder Grand

Source: The Dolder Grand

The Dolder Grand may have opened in 1899, but this hotel outside of Zurich’s city center has an almost futuristic feel. The interior features works by Salvador Dali and Jean Tinguely, and it has a two-Michelin starred restaurant and a 4,000-square-foot spa. From royalty to rock legends, former guests include King Charles and The Rolling Stones.

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— Natalie Tham contributed to this report.
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October 3, 2022
Helping Refugees Survive and Integrate Into Their New Home

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Forced to flee their homes, refugees in Brussels learn vital skills to gain employment in their new country.

Brussels, Belgium, June 11, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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The Churches of Scientology for Europe in Brussels, Belgium, hosted a Volunteer Minister seminar for a dozen Iraqi and Syrian refugees to help them adjust and survive in their new home.

In their own countries, most of these men held responsible, skilled positions in professional fields: They included engineers, business executives, a carpenter, a director and an optician. But as immigrants in a new and, to them, often confusion country, they have been unable to work in their fields or integrate into the local culture.

With the help of an Arabic translator, the men were taken through a seminar on communication skills from The Scientology Handbook, the textbook of the Scientology Volunteer Ministers, to help them overcome these untenable circumstances.

Tense and worried when they arrived at the Church, while doing the communication drills the men visibly relaxed, laughed and enjoyed the training.

After the communication training, a local nonprofit delivered a workshop to help them gain employment in Brussels. They learned how to compile a CV and how to procure the Belgian equivalent of the certification they had in the own countries. They also requested and received information on local customs and manners so they can feel certain and comfortable when they go for job interviews.

All agreed the tools they learned were highly beneficial and they were interested in having more training. They also wanted to set up these seminars for other refugees.

The Volunteer Ministers program was expressly intended for use by Scientologists and non-Scientologists alike. Anyone of any culture or creed may train as a Volunteer Minister and use these tools to help their friends and families and communities. And all are welcome to do so.

Equipped with effective technology to resolve virtually any difficulty, Volunteer Ministers live by the motto that no matter the problem, “Something can be done about it.”

Source: ScientologyNews.org

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