Hosteltur

📕 For the 2025-2026 edition of Imserso's travel program for seniors, a key goal is job creation or maintenance in the tourism sector during the off-season. The tender documents stipulate that for every 7,500 daily stays linked to the contract, there must be 1,000 net jobs in hotel establishments. Companies must report periodically and provide a final report on employment impact, detailing job monitoring, hiring, relationship with occupied slots, worker numbers, and contract types. Additionally, winning companies must develop and submit a training program for workers involved within 30 days of contract finalization, covering essential topics like beneficiaries and program modalities.

💡 Spain and Portugal experienced the largest blackout in their history, affecting cities, communications, transportation, and basic services. Ilunion Hotels and VP Hoteles shared their experiences, highlighting emergency protocols, diesel generators, and gas kitchens, which allowed continued operation during the outage. The incident lasted over 8 hours in Madrid, with VP Hoteles investing over €200,000 per hotel in emergency systems to ensure customer comfort and safety during prolonged periods. Despite the blackout, guests enjoyed amenities and events without interruption, showcasing the importance of planning and investment in infrastructure for hotel operations during emergencies.