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Las tres noticias más importantes del sector turístico, 2 de diciembre
🛈 As of December 2, Spain's Ministry of Interior's new traveler data registry, mandated by Royal Decree 933/2021, is effective, requiring tourism businesses to collect and share over 50 personal data points per reservation. Non-compliance may result in fines up to €600. Meliá Hotels International, with 92,502 rooms, tops the Hosteltur 2024 Ranking of Spanish hotel chains globally, which operate 3,590 hotels and over 690,000 rooms, with a 40% presence outside Spain. TUI Spain, Portugal & Americas, under Andrea Pfeiffer since October, grew 34% in 2023 and expects continued expansion into Latin America.
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Récord de corredores en la Carrera Vertical del Eurostars Torre Sevilla 5*
🏃 Eurostars Torre Sevilla 5* hosted a new edition of its Vertical Race with a record 550+ registrations that sold out in under 48 hours. Over 200 runners climbed 37 floors and roughly 1,000 steps. José Manuel García Luna won the men's category in 5:12, followed by Javier Aycart Lazo and Alejandro Campoy López. Mar Aguirre Plans led the women's group, finishing in 6:36, ahead of Gloria Elena Galeano González and Inmaculada López Hidalgo. Prizes included a Junior Suite stay, tasting menu dinner, and thermal circuit.
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Guía para no perderse con el nuevo registro de viajeros del Gobierno
🛈 Spain's Ministry of Interior's new traveler data registry, implemented via Real Decreto 933/2021, came into effect on December 2, after several delays. The registry requires more than 50 personal data points from travelers in sectors such as lodging, car rental, and travel agencies. Concerns include privacy, increased bureaucratic workload, and potential cybersecurity risks. Non-compliance after December 2 will result in penalties. Critics argue the system imposes administrative and technological challenges, especially for small and medium-sized businesses.
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Andrea Pfeiffer (TUI): Afrontamos 2024-2025 con perspectivas optimistas
📅 Andrea Pfeiffer leads TUI Spain, Portugal & Americas since October, aiming to optimize operational efficiency and leverage existing synergies. TUI's integration of Spain and Portugal businesses, with over 20 years in the market, aims to consolidate a competitive, agile offer, with a diversified product portfolio. TUI Spain specializes in medium and long-distance destinations, while TUI Portugal is a leader in Maldives, Mauritius, and Thailand sales. The digital platform facilitates personalized travel packages to international destinations. In 2024, TUI experienced a 34% growth over 2023, with the summer season bookings increasing over 30%. River cruises grew by 42% compared to 2023. With the new fiscal year starting in October, TUI looks to 2024-2025 with optimism, focusing on authentic, personalized travel experiences. Digital infrastructure and strategic alliances in Argentina, Mexico, Uruguay, and Colombia help expansion. In Spain, 90% of their portfolio, including over 1000 programs, is available online, with 60% of bookings made via their website.
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Diciembre, el mes preferido por los turistas para viajar con mascotas
🐕 En diciembre de 2023, el segmento de mascotas en Casual Hoteles alcanzó el 4,23% del total, con el Casual Las Olas San Sebastián liderando en alojamientos de mascotas. El 51,4% de los clientes eran turistas internacionales, principalmente de Italia, Francia y Reino Unido. Casual Hoteles permite hasta 2 mascotas de máximo 25 kilos cada una y ofrece un kit de bienvenida gratuito, además de permitir el acceso a las instalaciones del hotel, excepto el restaurante bufé.
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Las cadenas hoteleras de España con más habitaciones en el mundo
🏨 Meliá Hotels International leads with 92,502 rooms in 355 hotels globally, surpassing the second-ranked Barceló Hotel Group by over 26,000 rooms. The 2024 Hosteltur Global Ranking features 124 companies with a combined 3,590 hotels and more than 690,000 rooms, an increase of 153 hotels and 22,149 rooms from the previous year. Barceló had the largest growth, adding 4,181 rooms. 29.5% of Spanish chain hotels and 40% of their rooms are located abroad. Notable risers include R2 Hotels, jumping 48 spots to 34th with an addition of 2,374 rooms.
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Riu Plaza España, una experiencia inolvidable en el corazón de Madrid
🏠 Riu Plaza España, located in the heart of Madrid, offers over 580 rooms with amenities such as mini-fridges and electronic safes. The hotel features an outdoor pool on the 21st floor, a gym, and a variety of gastronomic experiences, including the Gastrobar El Edén on the 26th floor. It is also equipped for events, with 16 rooms for up to 1500 guests, and outdoor terraces, including one with a 175-person capacity. The rooftop terrace on the 27th floor offers 360-degree panoramic city views and can accommodate up to 600 guests. Since its opening in 2019, the hotel has been a popular filming location for Netflix Spanish productions like "Élite.
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Riu: diseñar y construir sus hoteles, una de las claves de éxito del modelo
🏨 José María Sanchís, employed since 1991, is credited for improving Riu Hotels & Resorts' construction process. CEO Luis Riu advocates for self-design and building hotels, viewing it as key to success. Sanchís introduced military order and evolved the department, overcoming obstacles like machinery scarcity and resource shortages. Riu opened a hotel every 15-18 months, with Sanchís overseeing all American projects. Sanchís has managed multimillion-dollar budgets, contributing significantly to the company's growth and efficiency.
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¿Dónde viajarán los españoles en el puente de la Constitución?
🌃 Spanish travelers, for the December 6-8, 2024 bridge holiday, overwhelmingly choose European destinations, with 95% favoring cities rich in history and culture. Amsterdam leads with over 5.5% of bookings, followed by Rome and London, each capturing more than 4%. Italy and France collectively account for 25% of reservations after Spain. In contrast, only a small fraction ventures to America (1.2%), Asia (1.5%), or Africa (2.3%), with Morocco being the most popular in Africa. Domestically, Madrid tops with 2.5% of bookings, with Toledo and Granada being favored for their historical and cultural wealth. Andalusia shines as four of its provincial capitals make the national top 10, offering a mix of history, architecture, and gastronomy.
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