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RIU Hotels & Resorts was founded in Mallorca, Spain, in 1953 as a small summer business for the Riu family, and is currently owned and run by the third generation of the family. The company’s business is focused on the holiday hotel sector and nearly 70% of its establishments offer the renowned ‘All Inclusive by RIU’ service. With the opening of its first city hotel in 2010, RIU extended its range of products with its own line of city hotels called Riu Plaza. RIU Hotels & Resorts has over 100 hotels in 16 countries, and employs over 27,107 people. Last year its hotels welcomed a total of 3.5 million guests. RIU is characterised by its firm commitment to quality, by offering its guests carefully-designed facilities in the very best beach destinations, varied and attentively-prepared cuisine, and a highly personal service that is second to none. RIU’s staff are what distinguishes it from its competitors. They are the hotel chain’s most valuable asset and their greatest source of pride.

Pestana Hotel Group is more than a hospitality brand – it’s the fulfilment of a dream from a visionary entrepreneur. Born in 1972, on the breathtaking island of Madeira, it began as a dream of Mr. Dionísio Pestana, who envisioned a place where travellers could experience the soul of Portugal. Over decades, alongside his son, that vision expanded beyond borders, weaving Portuguese heritage into world-class hospitality. Today, with more than 100 Hotels and 12.500 rooms, spanning three continents, Pestana Hotel Group welcomes guests to extraordinary destinations, from historic palaces, and beachfront retreats, to cosmopolitan cities. More than just a stay, it offers “the time of your life,” creating memories that linger long after checkout. The group’s four distinctive sub-brands – Pestana Hotels & Resorts, Pousadas de Portugal, Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels, and Pestana Collection Hotels – cater to every traveler’s desire, whether seeking timeless elegance, modern luxury, or immersive cultural experiences. Beyond hotels, Pestana Hotel Group also curates exceptional leisure moments through its golf courses, casinos, vacation clubs, and real estate ventures. With more than 5,000 coworkers from over 60 different nationalities, Pestana Hotel Group receives its more than 3.5 million guests annually with one purpose: make every stay a moment to be remembered. Discover more at: http://www.pestana.com

THE GROUP Vila Galé is one of the largest hotel groups in Portugal and ranks in the top 120 hotel companies in the world. Founded in 1986, it is one of the top rated companies in Portugal, and its activities include the management of all the hotels in the group. The company is also involved in the development of other projects and in the construction of new tourism ventures. The Vila Galé group is currently responsible for the management of 41 hotels: 31 in Portugal and 10 in Brazil - with a total of 15,286 beds. The group currently employs around 3,200 people, and a great part of the group's success is due to the close links that exist between all the staff. They are a cohesive team with a strong passion for tourism and hospitality. The capital investment of Vila Galé S.A. is 100% Portuguese. MISSION Vila Galé favour the location, comfort and decoration of its units, the availability and the friendliness of its teams, the respect for its social and environmental context, and makes sure that will be "Always close to you."