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Juan Mestre

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Hidalgo, en el Senado: “Es un bulo decir que Air Europa tuvo trato de favor”

💸 Javier Hidalgo, former CEO of Globalia-Air Europa, appeared before the Senate commission to discuss the 'caso Koldo', denying favored treatment in the receipt of a loan for Air Europa. He refuted meetings with Spanish President Pedro Sánchez and Begoña Gómez, affirmed the loan was reviewed by top auditors and required Globalia's personal guarantees, which is unusual for companies. Hidalgo emphasized the company's struggles and denied any favorable treatment despite challenges faced and thousands of employees.
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Aldama, a Javier Hidalgo: “Lo mío es tuyo menos mi esposa y mi hija”

📦 Víctor de Aldama and Javier Hidalgo shared a personal relationship beyond their professional ties, evident from recorded conversations by the UCO where Aldama invited Hidalgo to join him on a boat outing. Hidalgo, former CEO of Globalia, lamented spending €5,000 on a fast boat rental, implying a missed opportunity to save the money. The interactions also reveal discussions about the progress of Air Europa's rescue, with Aldama updating Hidalgo on negotiation advancements.
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Ávoris cierra Jolidey dentro del plan de reducir marcas

🚢 Ávoris liquidates Jolidey, transferring all Caribbean-focused programs to Travelplan. Jolidey's packages—featuring flights, accommodations, and activities—covered destinations like the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Cuba. Ávoris, which currently operates 12 brands including generalist tour operators Viva Tours, Marsol, Nortravel, and seven specialized ones (Catai, LePlan, Touring Club, Special Tours, Mundosenior, Travel.land, Iberrail), aims to streamline its portfolio in favor of its flagship brand, Travelplan. Recently, Travelplan expanded offerings to Mauritius, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Costa Rica, and Cape Verde, being one of Spain's largest tour operators with a focus on Europe and North Africa.
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DANA: el temporal arrasa con la imagen turística de Valencia

📌 Comunidad Valenciana's tourism sector is suffering due to a natural disaster, DANA, with hotel occupancy dropping to 40% and restaurant revenue decreasing by 75%. Travel from Imserso has also been suspended. International media have broadcasted the devastation, causing fear among potential visitors. Despite initial stable hotel bookings from volunteers, future tourism remains uncertain. Authorities are working to avoid "disaster tourism" and promote recovery, emphasizing that Valencia remains an attractive and accessible destination despite the challenges.
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Los tiros al coche de Aldama rebotan en Sánchez y el PSOE

📈 Víctor de Aldama, exasesor de Air Europa, implica a altos cargos en tramas corruptas, señalando al presidente Sánchez y exministro de Fomento José Luis Ábalos. Aldama, quien entraba y salía del Ministerio de Fomento como "Pedro por su casa", ha estado involucrado en el rescate de Air Europa, valorado en casi 500 millones de euros. Tras declarar ante el juez Santiago Pedraz, sugiere tener pruebas contra el presidente y su círculo. El comisionista también está vinculado a la deuda de Venezuela con Air Europa (200 millones) y al secretario general de la OMT, Zurab Pololikashvili, en la venta de pruebas rápidas de Covid y mascarillas, negocios que le reportaron más de 50 millones.
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Air Europa: la persistencia de Ábalos y el apuntalamiento de Sánchez y sus ministros

💸 Víctor de Aldama admitted meeting with José Luis Ábalos, former Minister of Development, up to 20 times regarding the Air Europa rescue, with one meeting held at Ábalos's government-provided residence. The discussions involved the airline's critical situation, affecting 50,000 direct and indirect workers, and how the rescue shifted from ICO to SEPI due to intense conversations with ministers Calviño and Montero. The government ultimately declared Air Europa a strategic company.
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El exasesor de Air Europa apunta alto: Sánchez y Ábalos

💰 Víctor de Aldama, exasesor of Air Europa, implicated in corrupt schemes, claims he was encouraged by President Sánchez and gave José Luis Ábalos 2 million euros in cash. Aldama's role and connections with Air Europa's issues—debt with Venezuela, SEPI bailout, and masks—are yet to be addressed, as is his link to the UN's World Tourism Organization secretary-general. He admitted to naming Ábalos "Gran" and paying his advisor Koldo García 500,000 euros for a house, highlighting rampant illegal commission payments.
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Confirmado que Hidalgo estaba entre Santo Domingo y Los Ángeles

👤 Javier Hidalgo, ex CEO of Globalia, communicated with the President of the Senate, Pedro Rollán, providing his Los Angeles address, clarifying he's not fleeing and hasn't been officially summoned for the 'caso Koldo' Senate investigation. He informed the Spanish Consulate in LA about his situation after learning of his scheduled commission appearance on November 22. To ensure receipt, he will send a burofax to the Senate Presidency and aims to prove his availability, referencing a similar experience with the Audiencia Nacional last September.
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Javier Hidalgo está en paradero conocido y lo sabe Interior

🕵️ Javier Hidalgo, former CEO of Globalia, to clarify his involvement in the 'caso Koldo' before the Senate on November 22. Summoned via an unprecedented penal edict after being untraceable, Hidalgo is currently in the Dominican Republic. Previously stayed in Casa de Campo, and was in the U.S. in Miami and Los Angeles. Despite efforts by PP and Spanish ministries, Hidalgo's location was unknown until confirmed by Dominican colleagues. Previously testified in September at the Audiencia Nacional regarding Air Europa's connections with 'caso Koldo'.
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Inteligencia Artificial: los cambios que afectarán al turismo

🏠 Over 10% of companies use AI in daily operations, notably in the tourism industry. AI enables personalized travel offers, analyzing demographics, travel preferences, and booking histories. Through Big Data, it identifies tourist behavior patterns, aiding marketing strategies. For example, Riu hotel chain's chatbot, assisting with reservations, has a 73% completion rate by users initiating availability checks. A 3-star hotel in central Granada also employs AI for voice-activated or iPad-controlled room automation and features smart mirrors.
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