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Alex Cuenca

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“Las agencias han ajustado mucho los márgenes para ser competitivas”

📌 CEAV President Carlos Garrido reports positive growth in travel agencies despite market concentration. Recent actions against Real Decreto 933/2021 include a non-binding motion for repeal passed by the Senate on February 10 and ongoing discussions with government representatives. Agencies struggle with SES Hospedajes technical issues while attempting to comply with the new decree. Despite industry consolidation, new agencies are opening, with over 67,000 workers in the sector as of last May. CEAV's training programs aim to retain talent amidst staff shortages. 2024 closed with €30 billion in revenue, a 10% increase from 2023, and a moderate growth forecast of 5% for 2025. CEAV continues to strive for sector unity and address agencies' challenges.
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Canarias choca con la CNMC en su lucha contra los pisos turísticos

🏠 The Government of Canary Islands disputes CNMC's arguments against the Sustainable Management of Tourist Housing Law, defending resident quality of life and urban environment protection over market-focused recommendations. Tourism and Employment Councilor, Jéssica de León, emphasizes the policy's alignment with local well-being and sustainability, rejecting CNMC's suggestions on allowing vacation rentals in affordable housing, scarce housing areas, and converting properties in protected zones, upholding stringent accessibility standards and a 90% residency edificability limit for social housing functionality.
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La trama Ábalos pretendía conectar Ciudad Real con aeropuertos de Venezuela

🛫 Carlos Moreno, jefe de gabinete de la ministra de Hacienda María Jesús Montero, testified about a corruption scheme involving former minister Ábalos and the PSOE planning to use Ciudad Real Airport for direct routes to Venezuelan locations Isla Margarita and Los Roques. The aim was to facilitate transit for people and goods, influenced by Nicolás Maduro's government. Investigations highlighted strategic interests in the airport, with potential alternative flights via a Portuguese company and connections to Air Europa.
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Iberia asume el control mayoritario de Level tras su emancipación

🏩 Iberia now controls 50.1% of Level, with the remaining 49.9% held by parent company IAG. Level, operating under Fly Level Barcelona LH SL, is gradually separating from Iberia and will finalize this process by 2025, which includes presenting its own accounts. Level holds an AOC and seeks operational permits for the US, Argentina, and Chile, planning to operate under the code LL. The airline's fleet includes seven planes and will add another in 2026. In 2023, Level increased its capacity by 17.8% and plans another 13% increase in 2023, above IAG's 3% estimate. In 2024, Level transported 846,000 passengers, 0.7% of IAG's total traffic, and established year-round flights to Miami, servicing seven American cities.
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El sello que reúne los mejores momentos para vivir en familia en Ibiza

🏖 Ibiza is promoted as a family-friendly destination with decades of history, now focusing on children with "Ibiza Family Moments," a club providing safe, inclusive, and enriching experiences. Supported by the Consell d’Eivissa and five local councils, the guide certifies member facilities for family needs, ensuring quality, safety, and sustainability. The island offers a variety of 3-5 star hotels, rural houses, farm stays, and aparthotels, catering to families with amenities such as family rooms, pools, kids' areas, and 24h services for infant care. Moreover, Ibiza has over 50 child-friendly beaches and natural routes for hiking and biking suitable for all ages. Family-oriented cultural activities, events, and gastronomy are available year-round, with highlights including the Feria Medieval d´Eivissa and Festival de Teatro Familiar Barruguet in May, showcasing Ibiza's dedication to diverse family entertainment.
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CEOE urge a Marlaska a retirar el ‘Gran Hermano’ turístico

📌 Juan Cierco, president of CEOE's Tourism Council, urges the Spanish Government to urgently review the controversial Royal Decree 933/2021, which imposes a disproportionate administrative burden by requiring tourism businesses to collect up to 43 personal data points from clients, including sensitive parental and financial details. The European Commission is investigating the decree for potential data protection violations. Cierco calls for a balanced regulation, developed in consensus with the industry, to ensure the protection of tourism activities without distorting the market.
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La respuesta de una anfitriona de Airbnb tras recibir una injusta reseña negativa

💡 Airbnb host from Palomino, Colombia, @fiorepinzon on TikTok, experienced a drop in booking volume after receiving a 2-star review from Vienna guests in mid-September. Started on Airbnb with consecutive 5-star ratings praising accommodation quality. Guests struggled with Google Maps directions without internet and complained about mud accumulation outside the house due to rainstorms. Female guest apologized but couldn't change the review, impacting subsequent reservations for two weeks.
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La crisis de Boeing y Airbus golpea al colectivo de pilotos

✈ Los pilotos sufren impactos económicos y de formación debido a la crisis de suministros en la industria aeronáutica, advierte Sepla. ING reporta que la demanda post-pandemia supera la capacidad de producción de aviones y piezas, afectada por la escasez de microchips y problemas logísticos. La reducción de horas y cancelaciones de vuelo provocan estrés y amenazan la seguridad operacional. Se insta a inversiones en simulación y colaboración entre aerolíneas para mantener competencias de pilotos.
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El polémico e ilegal cargo de una cafetería a una clienta

💸 A Spanish café went viral for charging a customer an extra fee for electricity and Wi-Fi usage after spending hours with just a coffee. The customer was billed €2.20 for a coffee with milk, €1.50 for extra milk, and €5 for "light and Wi-Fi service," totaling €8.70. The incident, shared by @soycamarero, sparked debate over the legality and fairness of such charges.
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“La remuneración de las Rutas Culturales va acorde con los precios”

💼 Iván Méndez, manager of the Unión de Agencias de Viajes (UNAV), defends regional “Imserso” programs citing their economic benefits during low activity periods in tourism and high recognition. He addresses challenges from battling the application of Royal Decree 933/2021 to hiring skilled workers, maintaining optimism for 2025. He notes the growth in travel demand but warns of profitability issues due to increased costs. Méndez also mentions the struggle for better conditions for travel programs and highlights UNAV's focus on training, providing over 2,000 monthly training hours in 2024. Despite challenges, he remains confident about the industry's prospects in 2025, with an expectation of good performance, though not necessarily matching the excellent figures of the previous two years.
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