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Miguel Praga

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Directiva de Viajes Combinados: cambios que inquietan a las agencias

🗺 European Parliament revises the Package Travel Directive. The Unión Nacional de Agencias de Viajes (UNAV) raises concerns about the new definition of "package travel," which could increase agency obligations. María Dolores Serrano, UNAV Legal, critiques proposed deposit limitations, fearing disparities among EU countries. While acknowledging positive aspects, UNAV stresses the need for balanced legal responsibilities.
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W2M y Europamundo integran su negocio de circuitos

🌎 W2M and Europamundo, in 2025, Spain and Portugal, launched a joint business under the brands Kannak by Europamundo and Europamundo. This alliance enhances agency access to more guaranteed departures, flights included, and regionalized options, targeting the senior segment. The 2026 season distribution begins soon, using existing channels: Europamundo (B2B) and Kannak sites. The joint business will have a dedicated team for customer service, product development, and group management, ensuring quality and efficiency.
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IAG mantendrá su 20% en Air Europa tras la entrada de Turkish

🛫 Turkish Airlines is set to acquire a 26-27% stake in Air Europa for €300 million, primarily via a capital increase. IAG will retain its 20% share, while the Hidalgo family will maintain a majority. The deal involves technical and financial adjustments, with Turkish Airlines surpassing competitors like Etihad, Lufthansa, and Air France-KLM. The process is expected to take up to a year to finalize.
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Eurowings, como Vueling, deja el A320 y opta por el B737Max

🛩 Eurowings, the low-cost carrier of Lufthansa, operates mainly in Germany and Austria, with a base in Mallorca. In January, it ordered 40 Boeing 737 Max aircraft and is rumored to consider purchasing 60 more, potentially shifting its fleet from 95 planes, including 88 Airbus A320s, to primarily Boeing. Currently, Eurowings has 7 Boeing 737-800NGs. The decision echoes a similar fleet transition rumored for Vueling in London.
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Ávoris expandirá su red de agencias asociadas fuera de España

📈 Ávoris, owned by Barceló, aims to expand its travel agency network internationally. With a 25% market share in Spain and 1,800 sales points, they plan to enter Egypt and Morocco. Endika Ormaeche leads the division, targeting regions with existing tour operations. Expansion plans involve choosing a brand for these markets. Pilar López, recently joined from Viajes El Corte Inglés, will support the internationalization project as director of indirect sales projects.
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Iberia: récord de vuelos a América con el apoyo del A321XLR

✈ Iberia, from October 26, 2024, to March 28, 2026, launches record flights. Direct routes include Madrid to Orlando (4 weekly flights with A330) and to Recife (December 13) and Fortaleza (January 19) in Brazil, each with 3 weekly flights using A321XLR. Dominican Republic's and Puerto Rico's flights reach historic highs, with up to 14 weekly flights. New York and Boston see daily flights, while Washington offers three weekly flights.
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El Imserso tardará semanas en enviar todas las cartas para viajar

📦 El Imserso enviará 2,811,632 cartas a 4,387,854 pensionistas acreditados en septiembre. Con un envío diario de 200,000 cartas, el proceso durará 14-15 días hábiles. El 6 de octubre, las ventas de viajes comenzarán en Asturias, Cataluña, Castilla La Mancha, Comunidad Valenciana, Ceuta, Baleares, Canarias, La Rioja, Navarra y País Vasco. El 8 de octubre, empezarán en Andalucía, Aragón, Cantabria, Castilla y León, Extremadura, Galicia, Madrid, Melilla y Murcia.
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Wizz Air abandona Viena y cancela cuatro rutas con España

✈️ Wizz Air, the Hungarian airline, plans to withdraw from Vienna, dismantling its routes by March 2026 due to fierce competition from Lauda Air (Ryanair) and Lufthansa. On March 15, 2026, Wizz Air will remove its three Vienna-based aircraft, ceasing routes to Bilbao, Barcelona, Málaga, and Tenerife Sur. To address shareholder demands for profitability, they will offer refunds or credits to affected customers. The decision mirrors their earlier exit from Abu Dhabi.
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Ryanair sella la paz con Skyscanner tras años de conflicto

✈ Ryanair settles dispute with Skyscanner over "hidden charges" in ticket sales. They signed a new partnership giving Skyscanner direct access to Ryanair's content. Skyscanner commits to transparency when selling flights and additional products. Catriona King, Skyscanner's VPO Commercial, states the goal is to offer travelers the best prices and options, enhancing access to Ryanair's network for millions of users.
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