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Miguel Praga

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Southwest: los gordos han de pagar un segundo asiento

✈️ Southwest Airlines, starting January 27, 2026, will charge obese passengers for a second seat if they cannot fit into one. This policy change affects the US, where 30% of the population is obese. Previously, the second seat was free. Southwest's decision follows its recent termination of free checked baggage, aligning with practices common in Europe. The move highlights the airline's shift towards increased cost-cutting and revenue generation, impacting its public image.
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Desplome de la demanda de viajes a España por los incendios

🔥 La Confederación Española de Agencias de Viajes (CEAV) destaca el impacto de incendios en el turismo, especialmente en Extremadura, Castilla León, Galicia, y Andalucía. La demanda disminuye en circuitos organizados y el Camino de Santiago. La percepción de seguridad y sostenibilidad de España está afectada, en un contexto de emergencia climática. Carlos Garrido, presidente de CEAV, enfatiza una respuesta coordinada para restaurar la confianza y recuperar áreas afectadas.
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Uno de los mayores clientes del A380 anuncia su adiós

🛩 Qantas plans to replace its 10 Airbus A380s with Airbus A350-1000 ULR aircraft starting in 2032. The A350s are designed for ultra-long-haul flights, such as from Australia to London or New York, lasting up to 20 hours with 238 seats, enhancing passenger comfort and fuel efficiency. Currently, only ten airlines operate the A380, totaling 186 in service, with Emirates leading, while 30 are stored.
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Fallece Ana María Jaume Vanrell, viuda de Gabriel Escarrer Juliá

🏨 Ana María Jaume Vanrell, spouse of Gabriel Escarrer Juliá, passed away suddenly on August 26, 2025. Her death comes nine months after the passing of Meliá Hotels International's founder, deepening the family's loss. Ana María is fondly remembered by her six children, 20 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Meliá emphasizes her intuition, empathy, and generosity, which will be cherished by her family and the countless friends and collaborators she touched.
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Hidalgo asegura que no se ha visto con Pedro Sánchez

💬 Juan José Hidalgo, president of Air Europa and Globalia, spoke to El Mundo on October 2024 about the "Begoña case" and denied knowing Begoña Gómez, despite his airline's involvement in a SEPI loan. He also claimed he hasn't met Pedro Sánchez, despite meeting at a past Fitur event. Hidalgo expressed frustration over a delayed Estepona investment project, pending for 22 years, and faced reputation issues hindering finding partners.
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Francia: la entrada a museos, más cara para los no europeos

🏛 Desde el 1 de enero de 2026, Francia aumentará el precio de las entradas para no europeos en atracciones culturales clave como el Louvre y Versalles. Actualmente, el Louvre cuesta 22 euros; en 2026, subirá a 30 euros para europeos y 35 para no europeos. El 42% de los 8 millones de visitantes de Versalles son no europeos. La medida, apoyada por el presidente Macron, busca financiar el mantenimiento, aunque ha recibido críticas por contradecir una ley de 2002. En 2027, se extenderá a más museos.
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“La burbuja turística está llegando a su fin”

🌍 Soltour's CEO Tomeu Bennasar warns of shifts in tourism demand post-COVID. In 2023, last-minute offers appear due to an "imbalance between supply and demand." The market sees increased competition and vacation costs rise, impacting Europe's middle class. Soltour diversifies, with 43% sales outside the Caribbean and islands. The company focuses on affordable short and mid-range trips, promoting destinations like Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Croatia, Albania, and Slovenia, targeting travelers with budgets up to 1,500 euros.
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Baleària se impone en la puja por Naviera Armas

🚢 Baleària, a Spanish ferry operator, reached an agreement with JP Morgan, Barings, Cheyne, and Tresidor to acquire control of Naviera Armas. The deal, potentially valued at around €300 million, must be approved by the CNMC. This acquisition aims to enhance regional stability and competitiveness in the Canary Islands. Adolfo Utor, president of Baleària, and Sergio Vélez, CEO of Naviera Armas, emphasize the strategic growth and transformation made possible by this acquisition.
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Bluesea Hotels se refuerza en Canarias gracias a un acuerdo con W2M

🏨 Bluesea, starting September 1st, takes over operations and marketing of Bluese Aloe Corralejo Hotel, Fuerteventura, through an agreement with O7Hotels by World2Meet. The hotel, located near Dunas de Corralejo Natural Park and 10 minutes from the beach, boasts 181 apartments, seven pools, a spa, two buffet restaurants, a bar-cafeteria, and a gym. This move enhances Bluesea's presence in the Canary Islands and commitment to offering comprehensive vacation experiences.
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Málaga, Alicante y Madrid, destinos más tensionados por los pisos turísticos

🏠 Málaga recorded the highest density of vacation rentals at 19.31 per km², surpassing Alicante (18.80) and Madrid (16.04). Since implementing a state registry in July, the overall density in Spain slightly decreased from 6.8 to 6.6 per km². Notable reductions since August 2024 include Alicante (-1.2) and Santa Cruz de Tenerife (-0.8). Meanwhile, Málaga, Sevilla, and Girona saw increases. Carlos Cendra attributes these shifts to the new regulations, indicating market reorganization.
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