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Miguel Praga

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Finnair cancela decenas de vuelos por un lavado erróneo de asientos

💻 Finnar had to ground approximately ten short-to-medium-haul aircraft, including eight A321s and fewer A320s, due to a cleaning error affecting fire-retardant properties of seat fabrics. This led to the cancellation of at least 20 routes on Tuesday. Cleaning liquids used over the weekend weakened the fire-retardant materials, compromising safety. Passengers are being informed by the airline, which aims to resolve the issue within days.
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El rumor de venta de Easyjet dispara su valor

✈️ This Tuesday, rumors of a potential acquisition of EasyJet by MSC, a shipping company, caused EasyJet's stock value to rise by over 11%. Despite this, EasyJet's stock has fallen by 11% this year. MSC, known for its liquidity, is reportedly interested in EasyJet to enhance its cruise operations, though analysts suggest IAG would be a better fit. Recently, Ryanair's CEO warned of tough times ahead for EasyJet.
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Italia: 10 mil inmigrantes para atender al turismo

📈 Giorgia Meloni's government approved the entry of 9,783 immigrants for hotel and tourism jobs due to a labor crisis in Italy. On February 12, 70% of the annual worker quota was filled. Italy faces a demographic crisis with a negative population replacement rate, exacerbating labor shortages. Despite high illegal immigration, a lack of qualified workers remains. Italian tourism industries report shortages in roles like servers, cooks, and receptionists, leaving thousands of positions unfilled annually.
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Demanda histórica: los viajes del Imserso se agotan en días

🏖 Demand for Imserso's tourism program has reached unprecedented levels. In just a few days, 879,213 spots were nearly fully booked, a record for the program. Despite a price hike of €100 for peak season and additional costs for multiple trips, demand remains high. Of the 4,329,606 pensioners eligible, over 3.4 million couldn't secure a subsidized trip, leading to significant frustration and complaints as many faced sold-out options within minutes of booking opening.
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Golpe a los pisos turísticos ilegales en Madrid, Valencia e Ibiza

🏙️ After years of growth, Spain's tourist accommodation saw a 3.7% reduction this summer due to new digital leasing regulations. Notable declines occurred in Madrid (-6.8%), Valencia (-11.3%), and Ibiza (-40.9%). Madrid eliminated 5,391 illegal accommodations, and Valencia removed 4,227. Conversely, Barcelona, Málaga, and five other cities increased their offerings, adding a total of 5,404 new tourist spots. This shift reflects strategic enforcement and evolving tourism policies across the country.
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HBX Group renueva su cúpula y reestructura su organización interna

🏨 HBX Group, November 2024, undergoes a structural reorganization to meet evolving market demands. Five new verticals: Sourcing, Distribution, Fintech, Mobility & Experiences, and Hoteltech are established. David Amsellem becomes Chief Distribution Officer; Xabi Zabala leads Sourcing and Operations; Daniel Nordholm oversees technology and Fintech; Stephanie Fougou, new General Counsel. Paula Felstead and Carlos Muñoz resign from their positions. CEO Nicolas Huss aims for sustainable growth. Carlos Muñoz's advisor role confirmation is expected by February 2026.
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Iberia se distancia de Air Europa: ya opera el doble de vuelos

✈ Air Europa averages 189 flights daily in 2024, 35% below pre-COVID levels. Vueling leads among Spanish airlines with 636 flights/day, up 3% since 2019. Iberia ranks 16th with 384 flights, up 4%, while Air Nostrum boosts operations by 10% to 245. Volotea grows by 22% to 207 flights but faces losses. Ryanair dominates with 3,230 flights/day, a 38% rise. Wizz Air's operations surge by 53%, while Lufthansa and Air France KLM decline by 24% and 12%, respectively.
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Lo normal es crecer poco

🗺 2023-2025, travel industry sees unprecedented demand with prices rising in 2023 and 2024. Despite price hikes, demand remained strong. By 2025, the market stabilizes with single-digit growth or stagnation. Although growth halts, the industry sustains high demand levels unimaginable before. The travel sector thrives, showcasing its strength and consumer appeal, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of the consumer society.
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Los americanos desbordan Escocia, que bate récords

🌍 Escocia ha registrado un aumento del 9% en turistas en el último año, un incremento del 26% respecto a 2019. Los visitantes norteamericanos subieron un 15%, mientras que los estadounidenses crecieron un 22%. Los turistas europeos también aumentaron un 11%. United añadió un vuelo a Glasgow tras el éxito de su ruta a Edimburgo. EasyJet y Wizz Air lanzan nuevas rutas a Barcelona, Roma, Milán y París. Edimburgo ofrece acceso desde 150 ciudades europeas y Glasgow desde 100.
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Imserso: ira de los pensionistas que se han quedado sin plaza

🗺 Beneficiaries of the Imserso tourism program in Spain have expressed frustration since sales began in September 2024. Despite Mundicolor and Turismo Social's smooth process, coveted slots vanished by 9:01, sparking unfounded claims of booking bias toward travel agencies. Each province has a quota based on its population. Demand has risen with 4,329,606 applicants for 879,213 trips, a ratio of one spot per five applicants. This season saw a reduction of 7,056 slots.
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