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MIFTAH LIFESTYLE AND MOVE ON SPORTS MANAGEMENT HOST UNFORGETTABLE WEEKEND AT SPORTS FESTIVAL ROMANIA
Hosted across Cluj-Napoca and the surrounding Transylvanian countryside, the itinerary blended five-star accommodations, fine dining, and unforgettable moments with the world's most celebrated footballers, including Ronaldinho, Marco Materazzi , Robert Pires , Wesley Sneijder , and Júlio César. Guests of Miftah Lifestyle were granted VIP access to the , front-row seats for the panel, and an invitation-only with the Brazilian legend himself.
A standout moment came on June 13 , as the first preview edition of —an invitation-only concept created and co-hosted by Miftah Lifestyle and Move On Sports Management—was hosted at Winners Sports Club. Guests sipped Tattinger Champagne, danced to live DJ sets, and had the chance to play padel with football greats, all while connecting with a curated crowd of influential guests.
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Founded in the UAE by Christopher Oscar Kato , Miftah Lifestyle is the region's first home-grown lifestyle management company, built on a foundation of cultural insight, discretion, and elevated global living. A snapshot of their partners include Dubai Holding, Visit Abu Dhabi, Visit Dubai, MELT Mideast, Steve Harvey , Miral Experiences, and MBS Global Investments. Miftah Lifestyle maintains a strong presence across the Middle East , Africa , and Asia .
Other highlights of the experience included: a welcome dinner at Da Pino, regarded as the country's finest Italian restaurant, a private vineyard lunch and wine tasting at Crama La Salina, an exclusive horse show and countryside stay at 5* Issa Resort, and a guided descent into the surreal underground salt mines of Salina Turda .
From personal conversations with legends to curated cultural excursions, the weekend proved that luxury is not about opulence, it is about access to the extraordinary. Following the success of the Romanian edition, plans are underway to take the Padel IO concept to the world's foremost events, from the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to the Cannes Film Festival. Miftah Lifestyle and Move On Sports Management also plan to bring the full spirit of the weekend, its unique blend of sport, culture, and elevated hospitality, to the Middle East in 2026.
Miftah Lifestyle is the UAE's first home-grown luxury lifestyle management company, rooted in the culture, elegance, and innovation of the region. The company delivers an unparalleled standard of service to UHNWIs, corporate partners, and esteemed residents of world-class developments. Its approach is personalised, seamless, and intuitive—an extension of the effortless luxury its members expect.
Move On Management is a boutique agency known for culturally-driven event production and high-impact brand activations across Europe . Led by founder Torsten Smolcic , the next-gen agency bridges legacy and innovation—specializing in visibility, endorsements, and Web 3.0 integration for global brands, athletes, and entertainers. This year, they played a key role in organizing the Sports Festival, Romania .
Sports Festival, co-founded by Patrick Ciorcila, has quickly become one of Europe's most exciting and inclusive sporting events. With over 40 sports open to the public, from fencing to football, its 2025 edition featured live concerts, evening shows, and the theme:
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