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Belmond was born from a passion for connecting discerning travellers with the world’s most remarkable properties, locations and journeys. From hotels and trains to river cruises and safaris, Belmond curates incomparable experiences and crafts unforgettable stories. With a legacy spanning over 45 years, since the acquisition of Hotel Cipriani in Venice in 1976, Belmond has grown into a global collection of 43 properties spread across 24 countries and territories. Exceptional destinations connected by legendary journeys are the very soul of Belmond, where the path that brings you to a place is as important as the destination itself. A pioneer of slow travel, Belmond has been operating the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express since 1982. The group later expanded to include pristine beach resorts, such as Maroma on the Riviera Maya, historic hideaways such as Villa San Michele in the Florentine foothills, urbane icons, such as Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, and gateways to UNESCO world heritage sites, such as Hotel das Cataratas in Brazil’s Iguassu National Park. As proud custodians of storied properties, Belmond is committed to building on the past to create a new legacy: the heritage of the future. Working with communities and local talents, together with the world's most respected chefs, designers and artists, Belmond continues its purpose of perpetuating the legendary art of travel. Since 2019, Belmond has been part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton).

Founded in 1998, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants comprises the restaurant business of acclaimed chef, restaurateur, TV personality and author Gordon Ramsay. It is one of the largest privately-owned restaurant groups with 34 restaurants in the UK. The group has a further 62 restaurants internationally including Shanghai, South Korea, Malaysia, France, Dubai, Singapore and now Thailand & India. with further international openings planned. To date, Gordon Ramsay holds a total of 8 Michelin stars across the restaurants worldwide, including the flagship, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, which has held three Michelin stars for more than 22 years. As well as its globally renowned fine dining, the group has expanded to include an array of premium casual and more casual dining restaurants to the portfolio, offering a wide variety of guest experiences around the globe. At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront

For 119 years, the five-star Ritz London hotel has set the standard for excellence in hospitality, perfectly located in the heart of London’s Piccadilly and Mayfair. With the beautiful Green Park right outside its doors, The Ritz is just moments away from some of London’s finest attractions, designer boutiques, and essential transport links, solidifying its status as the city’s premier destination. The hotel features 136 rooms and suites styled in Louis XVI décor, as well as the world-renowned Afternoon Tea and the Two Michelin-starred Ritz Restaurant. In 2002, The Ritz London was awarded a Royal Warrant by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales for its banqueting and catering services, making it the only hotel in the world to receive such an honour. We are pleased to announce that, 22 years later, in May 2024, The Ritz London will receive a Royal Warrant from His Majesty King Charles III.