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Las tres noticias más importantes del sector turístico, 10 de febrero

🏨 On February 10, Ávoris was authorized by CNMC to acquire Dit Gestión, integrating 859 agencies and nearing 3,000 sales points in Spain. Hyatt purchased three hotels in Tenerife from Blantyre Capital for €120 million, doubling the initial investment made in 2020. Despite the economic context, Spain's leisure and hospitality spending rose by 7.1% year-on-year in January, with hotel spending up 14% and restaurant spending up 9.2%.
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Checkin Hotel Group abrirá un hotel Bakour en Costa del Sol  

🏖️ Checkin Hotel Group will open the 4-star family resort Bakour Oh Nice Costa del Sol in Benahavís on April 25. The resort features 301 rooms, all-inclusive family offerings, entertainment programs, an outdoor pool, spa, gym, buffet restaurant, and kids' club. Additionally, the group's expansion includes two urban hotels in Granada: the 4-star, 103-room DWO Urban Granada with a gastrobar and event rooms, and the 3-star, 67-room Checkin Urban Nevada with a summer terrace pool. With these openings, Checkin Hotel Group grows to 29 properties, strengthening its industry presence.
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Qué destinos de larga distancia causarán sensación en 2025, según Civitatis

🌍 Spanish tourists show an increasing interest in exotic destinations like Japan, Thailand, Morocco, Egypt, and Peru. Japan has seen a tourism boom, benefiting from reopening after the pandemic and favorable exchange rates. Civitatis offers over 90,000 activities worldwide, including multi-day tours in Japan and visits to major cities. Thailand attracts with national hotel chains and increased flights, offering options like Bangkok hustle and multi-day excursions. Morocco, just two hours by flight from Spain, presents activities in Marrakech and nearby attractions. Egypt entices with its ancient history and architecture, allowing tourists to experience markets in Cairo and iconic sites. Peru ranks among the top three destinations for Spanish tourists, highlighted by natural wonders and rich culture and cuisine. Civitatis curates comprehensive excursions and personalized experiences in these destinations.
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Turkish Airlines seguirá creciendo en España y estudia nuevas rutas

✈ Harun Bastürk, director of Sales at Turkish Airlines, discusses the company's growth strategy, including fleet expansion and passenger experience enhancement. The airline introduced the Crystal Business Class suite for enhanced comfort and privacy. Turkish Airlines was recorded in the Guinness Book for flying to the most global destinations. They aim to expand their fleet to 813 aircraft by 2033, with 477 already in service and a recent order of 355 Airbus planes. In Spain, they operate in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, and Málaga, and plan to expand. The Istanbul Airport, with an annual capacity of 90 million passengers, is set to increase to 200 million. In 2024, passenger numbers grew 2.1% to 85.2 million. The airline received multiple awards, including "Best Airline in Europe" and "Most Sustainable Flagship Airline." The Istanbul hub was named the "Most Connected Airport" in 2024, with 309 destinations.
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Cómo comercializará easyJet vuelos a Latam a través de Air Europa

✈ easyJet passengers can now book flights with Air Europa in a single transaction, connecting from various European points to Latin America via Madrid. This partnership, part of Air Europa's strategy to increase its market share in Latin America, leverages the Worldwide by easyJet platform, established in 2017, which uses Dohop's distribution service. The Madrid-Barajas airport is the hub for this alliance, aiming to boost passenger flow from Europe. Worldwide by easyJet's network now includes over ten global airline partners like Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic.
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¿Cuesta de enero? El gasto en restaurantes y hoteles se dispara

🍴 In Spain, leisure and hospitality spending soared by 7.1% in January, matching essential goods' growth. CaixaBank data showed a 14% increase in hotel spending, a 9.2% rise in restaurant expenditure, and a 2.1% uptick in travel agency spending. Retail spending slowed to 1.0%. Cultural events and shows went up by 4.7%, while fashion fell by 1.2%, and appliances and technology dropped by 5%.
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HolaCamp factura 22 M € y apuesta por la expansión estratégica

🏕 HolaCamp, starting operations in mid-2023, achieved a turnover of 22 million euros in 2024 with a positive net result from its three business lines: own campings, operation of third parties, and glamping accommodations in tour operation. The company has a portfolio of 10 campings across Spain and Portugal, and is considering further growth both domestically and internationally. CEO Alfonso Leprevost mentioned a significant pipeline for future expansion. The camping sector has attracted investor interest due to lower service levels compared to hotels, resulting in lower cost structures. HolaCamp's 2024 performance saw nearly one new camping added to their management each month, reaching 10 in total. The company's strategy involves testing and growing, including in less traditional camping destinations to enhance sustainability and seasonality.
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6 pueblos que brillan gracias a una nueva estrella (Michelin)

🍴 Six small towns in Spain boast Michelin-starred restaurants, offering high cuisine in rural settings with a blend of tradition and innovation. Anciles, at 1,200 meters altitude in the Aragonese Pyrenees, has a population of 180 and features the Michelin-starred restaurant Ansils, led by Iris and Bruno Jordán; two tasting menus priced at €95 and €70. Villanova, also in the Pyrenees, hosts Casa Arcas with three menus, the cheapest for hotel guests at €46. Sardas, with only 37 residents, holds the title of smallest town with a Michelin-starred eatery, La Era de los Nogales, offering menus from €70 to €95. Sant Martí Sarroca, in Alto Penedés, is home to Casa Nova, boasting two high-cuisine menus at €95 and €150. In the Valencian town of Carcaixent, Origen serves four tasting menus ranging from €58 to €75, featuring local eco-friendly produce. Tomelloso, a town with a rich history, features Epílogo with two tasting menus at €70 and €90, offering modern takes on Manchega cuisine. Alcalá del Valle, a white village in Sierra de Grazalema, houses Mesón Sabor Andaluz, with menus priced at €76 and €94. Lastly, La Salgar's Casa Marcial,
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Qué aerolíneas tienen menor diferencia de precio entre turista y business

✈ Holidu's analysis reveals that All Nippon Airways (ANA) has the smallest price difference between economy and business class at 82.22%, with a €337.98 premium for Tokyo-Seoul flights. Japan Airlines follows at 93.71% higher for Tokyo-Hanoi, and Asiana Airlines at 119% for Seoul-Delhi with only €189.29 extra. Austrian Airlines' Vienna-Larnaca route has business class at 69.66% above economy, while American Airlines ranks sixth with a 165.70% increase for Dallas-Punta Cana. Generally, business tickets average 250% more than economy, but factors like season, booking time, and seat availability affect prices, leading to occasional business fare promotions and "Business Light" options with fewer services.
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