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Four Seasons prepara la apertura de su hotel en Mallorca

🏡 Emin Capital and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts set to open Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor in August, post-renovation of Hotel Formentor bought in 2020. The luxury hotel will boost employment, tripling the staff to 460. With 110 sea-view rooms, some with private pools, the resort features a spa, pools, gym, outdoor yoga, a tennis court, and 5 dining areas. Emin Capital purchased the hotel from Grupo Barceló for €165 million; sustainability efforts predict a 42% energy savings and LEED Gold certification. The property spans 1,250 hectares with eco-friendly vineyards and a 3-hectare organic garden.
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Las agencias alertan de las graves consecuencias del registro documental

🛄 El Real Decreto 933/2021, efectivo desde el 1 de octubre, obliga a agencias de viajes en España a reportar datos de reservas a Interior, lo que genera inseguridad jurídica en el sector, indican FETAVE, ACAVe y UNAV. La normativa, sin aclaraciones suficientes, puede resultar en sanciones, colapsar medios administrativos de pymes y micropymes, y afectar la protección de datos de viajeros. El Ministerio del Interior confirmó el 4 de julio que no habrá más aplazamientos ni aclaraciones. FETAVE denunció ante la Comisión Europea la posible ilegalidad del Decreto, y ECTAA expresó su preocupación a la CE.
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Ávoris une Leski Xpertravel y Marsol para crear un nueva línea de productos

❄ Leski Xpertravel, part of Ávoris Corporación Empresarial, merges with Marsol, increasing product range and benefits for customers and partners. Patxi Izquierdo to lead the new “Ski & Experiences” line within Marsol, ensuring a smooth transition. Marsol to expand ski offerings with international destinations and flight-inclusive packages. Spa catalog in Spain to grow, with new destinations in France. Enhanced experience offerings will include sports, adventure, and family activities in Spain, France, and Andorra.
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El turismo receptivo en Europa aumentará un 12% este verano

🏖️ European Tourism Association (ETOA) and Forwardkeys report Europe is set for an "exceptional summer" with incoming tourism expected to exceed previous records by 12% over last year. International arrivals in July and August surpass the global growth of 11%. Asia-Pacific market is rebounding with a notable increase of 11%, and the U.S. market is up by 21%. Urban destinations see the highest growth rates, with Munich (+37%), Vienna (+23%), Zurich (+23%), Prague (+22%), and Budapest (+21%) leading. Demand for economy seats has grown by 11%, while premium remains at a 1% increase. Central and Eastern Europe's incoming tourism is up by 23%, Northern Europe by 12%, and Southern Europe by 10%. China and Japan's travel to Europe is surging by 64% and 53%, respectively. Big events like the Euro 2024 and the Olympics contribute significantly to tourism, with Germany gaining a 19% increase in arrivals. Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts also boost city visits, such as Stockholm (+136%), Warsaw (+203%), and London (+45%).
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Ryanair suma y sigue: nuevo acuerdo con una OTA, ahora con Etraveli Group

✈️ Ryanair has partnered with Etraveli Group, allowing OTA brands Mytrip, Gotogate, and Flightnetwork to offer Ryanair's low-cost flights with price transparency and full booking access. Etraveli Group will share customer contact and payment data with Ryanair, ensuring access to myRyanair accounts and direct flight information. Johan Elwin, CEO of Etraveli Group, aims to leverage advanced technologies like Virtual Interlining to enhance travel experiences and advance air transport.
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Los acreedores de Thomas Cook recibirán algunos pagos cinco años después

💰 Thomas Cook's creditors to receive part of outstanding payments, with the liquidator announcing a return of £280 million (over €330 million) from asset liquidation, including Thomas Cook Airlines' slots, hotel investments, and over 550 travel agencies sold to Hays Travel. David Chapman, the appointed liquidator, is working on finalizing the process involving 57 different entities. Creditors must submit claims by August 2, with expected payments by the end of September. Thomas Cook collapsed in September 2019 due to a debt over £1.1 billion (over €1.3 billion), acquired by Fosun International for £11 million (€12.75 million) to relaunch as an online travel agency.
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A los Juegos Olímpicos de París desde Barcelona en tren: refuerzo de SNCF

🏅 In anticipation of the 2024 Olympics, SNCF has increased its long-distance connections between France and Catalonia, adding a third daily frequency on its high-speed TGV INOUI line, the only direct route linking Barcelona and Paris. From July 6 to September 1, SNCF Voyageurs released over 4 million long-distance tickets to accommodate Olympic demand. The TGV INOUI line connects Barcelona, Girona, Figueres with over 20 Olympic venues in the Paris area and Île-de-France, and includes eight intermediate stops. Nearly 14 million seats are available for the expected 10+ million tourists during July, August, and September for the Paris 2024 Games.
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Iberostar Beachfront Resorts evoluciona sus marcas hacia tres segmentos

🏖 Iberostar Beachfront Resorts evolves its brand with three new segments: Iberostar Waves, Iberostar Selection, and JOIA by Iberostar, focusing on different customer experiences. Phil Mc Aveety, CEO, emphasizes the brand's transformation and commitment to positive change through tourism. The Iberostar Selection Creta Marine and Iberostar Selection Albufera have already adopted the new identity, with Iberostar Waves Gaviotas Park set to open in August and JOIA Aruba by Iberostar becoming the flagship of JOIA later this year.
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Canarian Hospitality y HCI pactan una alianza estratégica

🏨 Canarian Hospitality and Hotel Collection International (HCI) entered a strategic collaboration impacting 21 hotels and 2,413 rooms. HCI operates 14 establishments with 1,495 rooms, while Canarian Hospitality manages 8 establishments across four Canary Islands. The partnership aims to enhance growth and negotiation capacity with market-leading brands, advance R&D projects, and leverage strategic synergies. HCI's CEO aims for at least 35 hotels by 2027, with Canarian Hospitality eyeing expansion on Gran Canaria with two new Sholeo Lodges by year-end.
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El Grupo Tribu compra a la Sareb un solar para crecer en Cádiz

🏖️ Grupo Tribu adquirió un terreno de 9,000 m² cerca de la playa de Atlanterra, Zahara de los Atunes, para un nuevo complejo que aumentará su presencia en Cádiz a seis establecimientos hoteleros. Comenzando obras en el cuarto trimestre de 2025 con 2 años de ejecución, el proyecto incluirá estudios y apartamentos que podrían sumar 442 plazas hoteleras. Contará con piscinas, 3 restaurantes y medidas de sostenibilidad como energías renovables y eficiencia energética.
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