Tourism Law
Our law firm provides advice and assistance in tourism law, with a focus on the public and private aspects that characterize the sector.
The services are aimed at public and private entities operating in the tourism sector, including accommodation facilities, travel agencies, tour operators, digital platforms, local authorities, and industry professionals.
Our work includes all phases of a business life cycle: from the incorporation and organization of the business, through the negotiation and management of contractual relationships, to the assistance in litigation and out-of-court proceedings.
The Firm provides assistance in the establishment and operation of hotels, non-hotels, and similar accommodation facilities, with particular attention to authorization procedures, classification, price regulation, the presence of any hotel restrictions, and promotion via digital platforms.
Our services also include the drafting and negotiation of agreements concerning tourism property management, short-term leases, hotel franchising, and commercial affiliation arrangements.
We provide legal drafting and advisory services in the following areas:
- Package travel contracts and linked travel arrangements
- Hospitality agreements (hotels, campsites, residences)
- Catering and banqueting contracts
- Timeshare and long-term holiday
- Passenger transport, including maritime, air, rail, and rental with driver (NCC)
Particular attention is given to litigation related to contractual breaches, overbooking, and liability for loss of holiday enjoyment (“ruined holiday”), providing assistance both in civil proceedings and in mediation procedures.
The Firm closely monitors regulatory developments concerning digital platforms for the intermediation of tourism services. Our work includes advice on contractual and liability matters (with particular reference to Legislative Decree No. 62/2018), as well as on authorization, tax, and regulatory aspects applicable to online travel agencies (OTAs).
Our services also cover legal assistance in the following areas:
- Maritime state concessions for tourist-recreational purposes (beach resorts, tourist ports, moorings)
- Administrative proceedings at regional and local level, including access to local tourism systems and subsidies measures
- Institutional relations with tourism promotion authorities (ENIT – Italian National Tourist Board, Regional Authorities, Chambers of Commerce)
Forniamo assistenza legale per la promozione di procedimenti di sequestro giudiziario e conservativo di navi, al fine di tutelare i crediti marittimi. Supportiamo, altresì, i nostri clienti nelle procedure di dissequestro, curando ogni fase, dall’ottenimento del provvedimento giudiziale fino all’esecuzione del rilascio dell’unità navale.
Assistiamo armatori, ship managers e membri dell’equipaggio in tutte le questioni attinenti al rapporto di lavoro marittimo, comprese la redazione e l’adeguamento dei contratti di arruolamento dell’equipaggio in conformità alla normativa nazionale, al Codice della Navigazione e alle convenzioni internazionali (MLC 2006, ILO). Offriamo consulenza per l’inquadramento giuridico del personale navigante, la gestione dei procedimenti disciplinari, la risoluzione di vertenze individuali e collettive relative a crediti retributivi, infortuni sul lavoro, malattie professionali, nonché per questioni inerenti alla sicurezza, alle condizioni di lavoro e al welfare a bordo.
Assistiamo i nostri clienti nella gestione di tutti gli aspetti legati alle assicurazioni marittime. Offriamo consulenza qualificata per la stipula e la negoziazione di polizze H&M (Hull & Machinery), P&I (Protection & Indemnity), polizze cargo, RC armatoriale.
Seguiamo i nostri clienti nella gestione dei sinistri, nella valutazione dei danni e nella risoluzione di controversie con le compagnie assicurative, sia in via stragiudiziale che contenziosa. Prestiamo inoltre consulenza a registered owners di navi e compagnie armatoriali circa i presupposti per l’emissione dei certificati d’assicurazione in forza delle Convenzioni internazionali sulle assicurazioni marittime obbligatorie.
Lo Studio offre assistenza legale nella strutturazione, negoziazione e perfezionamento di operazioni di finanziamento navale e leasing marittimo, finalizzate all’acquisizione, costruzione o rifinanziamento di unità navali. Prestiamo consulenza ad armatori, istituti di credito, società di leasing e investitori, curando ogni fase dell’operazione, dalla due diligence legale alla redazione e revisione di contratti di mutuo ipotecario navale, sale & lease back, lettere di credito e security package.
Notable cases
Legal assistance in cases of hotel overbooking, including the initiation of compensation claims and actions for both pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages arising from loss of holiday enjoyment.
Protection of travellers in cases of breach of package travel contracts, where service deficiencies compromise the travel experience, followed by action for damages.
Litigation against airlines for long delays, flight cancellation, or denied boarding, with claims for financial compensation under Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004 and additional damages.
Drafting of management regulations for timeshare properties, including provisions on withdrawal rights and consumer (buyer) protection.
Legal defence of digital platforms involved in the sale of tour packages, with specific analysis of potential joint liability with the tour operator under the Italian Tourism Code.
Drafting of short-term tourist rental agreements, with focus on regional regulations, notification obligations, and matters relating to management through digital platforms.
Handling of disputes concerning maritime state concessions, including proceedings for revocation, forfeiture, and renewal, including before Administrative Regional Courts (TAR).
Legal advice on the governance of timeshare, with particular focus on regulatory frameworks and liability towards users.
