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⛳ Golf tourism in Spain, as reported in 2022 by the II Economic Impact of Golf Study by IE University, received 1.4 million European tourists and created an economic impact of 15.937 billion euros, up 17% since 2018. The industry directly earned 5.872 billion euros and generated 132,994 jobs, 9.6% more than in 2018, with 93.4% permanent contracts and 94.7% full-time positions. Golf tourists owned 382,755 homes valued at 82.342 billion euros, contributing to the real estate sector and non-seasonal tourism.

🏖️ Spain experiences a high season, affirming its status as a top destination for German, British, and domestic tourists, with record-breaking numbers anticipated. Hosteltur TV will discuss this on Thursday with Ian Livesey (TUI Musement), Toni Gelabert (Jumbo), Pedro Marín (Asociación Hotelera de la Playa de Palma), and Miguel Pérez-Marsá Roca (Grupo Cursach). The broadcast, supported by OK Mobility and AETIB, will be available on fibwiTV across the Balearic Islands at 21:00 and later on Hosteltur TV's YouTube channel.

🏨 A Statista survey conducted in 2023 revealed that 86% of hoteliers believe artificial intelligence (AI) will be the most innovative area in the next two years. Energy management and ESG criteria are priority technologies for 74% and 60% of respondents, respectively. Augmented and virtual reality, and the metaverse, are cited by 45%, while local activities are mentioned in 43% of cases. Back office technology potentials include process automation (41%), Blockchain (25%), and cryptocurrency payment solutions (24%). AI applications have shifted focus since 2021, with 78% now prioritizing predictive models for energy, water, and waste (up from 47% in 2021), maintenance cost reduction (from 53% to 76%), automatic room assignments (from 53% to 72%), predictive material acquisition (from 48% to 67%), and intelligent documentation of infrastructure (from 22% to 60%).

📌 During the high season of 2024, the British market recovery contributed to 1.4% of Spain's GDP, up from 1.2% in 2019. Predictions for late 2024 indicate higher tourist arrivals and spending than in 2023, with expected growth between 5% to 9%. For summer, seat offers might increase by 10% to 15% due to significant fleet expansions. Package tourism is also on the rise, accounting for 40% of Spain's tourism demand. Destinations like Canary and Balearic Islands, Málaga, and other Andalusian locations are gaining popularity.