Cultures and ValuesKEMPINSKI DEVELOPMENTOver 110 years of HospitalityKempinski Hotels is the oldest luxury hotel collection in the world and the only truly European luxury hotel group, having acquired its first property in 1897. Kempinski Hotels is the trading name for Kempinski Aktiengesellschaft, an independent German delisted AG, which is involved in a number of hotel- and hospitality-related businesses, including conference, catering and hotel supplies.Kempinski Hotels now owns and operates an international portfolio of 62 Hotels that reflect the finest traditions of European hospitality, and has the largest portfolio representation in Leading Hotels of the World. A further 54 Hotels are either under final development or construction in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.In Germany, Kempinski AG owns the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten in Munich and operates a number of properties including the famous Hotel Adlon in Berlin, and the Hotel Atlantic in Hamburg.During the 1980s, through its close co-operation with Lufthansa Airlines, the company expanded into a number of international destinations in Eastern Europe and Asia. In line with this rapid growth, in 1986, the company founded a 100% subsidiary, Kempinski Hotels S.A., which is based in Geneva, Switzerland, and is responsible for handling all activities outside of Germany.Since then, Kempinski can look back on a successful international expansion into 24 countries. Among its international properties are such legendary names as Istanbul's Ciragan Palace Hotel, the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, the Grand Hotel des Bains in St. Moritz, and the Hotel Baltschug in Moscow.Kempinski Hotels has significantly broadened its leisure portfolio since the opening of its first resort hotel in 1996. Other InformationKempinski HotelsFounded in Germany 111 years ago, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.Located in many of the world's most well known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in the grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, nobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.