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Belmond

Overview

Belmond is a luxury hospitality company that operates high-end hotels, iconic trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. Founded in 1976 by James B. Sherwood with the purchase of Hotel Cipriani in Venice, the company was originally named Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. and rebranded in 2014. Now a subsidiary of LVMH after its acquisition in 2019, it manages a global portfolio of 43-50 properties spanning 24-25 countries and is renowned for its focus on slow luxury travel and historic restorations.

The company offers unique experiences blending adventure, romance, and heritage. Its luxury trains include the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and the Royal Scotsman, with hotels located in iconic destinations such as Rio de Janeiro and Portofino. Belmond also provides romantic river cruises and three safari lodges in Botswana, emphasizing local community and wildlife engagement. With over 45 years in the industry, it caters to discerning travelers seeking authentic and beautiful getaways.

Basic Information

Industry hospitality
Founded 1976
Revenue 576.8M
Headquarters 99 Great Portland Street, London, England, United Kingdom, W1W 6
Parent Organization LVMH
Alexa Ranking 59383

Contact Details

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

  • Luxury travel experiences and hotels
  • Iconic trains and scenic journeys
  • River cruises and safaris
  • Historic restorations and heritage preservation
  • Sustainable and slow travel
  • Cultural immersion and bespoke services
  • Adventure, romance, and wellness retreats

Technologies Used

  • AT Internet
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  • Adform
  • Adobe Media Optimizer
  • Akamai
  • Apache
  • AppNexus
  • Bing Ads
  • CSC Corporate Domains
  • Cedexis Radar
  • DocuSign
  • Dotomi
  • DoubleClick
  • DoubleClick Floodlight
  • Facebook Custom Audiences
  • Facebook Login (Connect)
  • Facebook Widget
  • FullStory
  • Google Analytics
  • Google Font API
  • Google Maps
  • Google Maps (Non Paid Users)
  • Google Places
  • Google Tag Manager
  • Google translate API
  • Google translate widget
  • Gravity Forms
  • Hotjar
  • Microsoft Azure Hosting
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Mobile Friendly
  • Multilingual
  • Nginx
  • OneTrust
  • Outlook
  • Ruby On Rails
  • SOASTA
  • Salesforce
  • Salesforce Live Agent
  • Sizmek (MediaMind)
  • Sojern
  • SynXis (Sabre Hospitality)
  • Teads
  • The Trade Desk
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