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🚃 Mundorail, a new tour operator, launched a product targeting Latin American and Spanish travelers for train routes across Europe, focusing on B2B. Directed by Eduardo Pérez, the agency is gaining traction among Latin operators. The travel packages feature central accommodations, 2-3 nights per city, and spacious train travel with freedom of movement. Destinations include Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, London, and Rome among others.

🏠 Málaga, with over 32,000 tourist flats, faces the impact of the Airbnb model, shifting spending from restaurants to supermarkets as travelers opt to cook at home. In August, a sales boost in local supermarkets was reported. Meanwhile, in Baleares, restaurants saw a 10-30% revenue drop depending on the area, despite record visitor numbers. The region has 261,443 listings, 90% of which operate illegally without a license.

🏨 Meliá Hotels International opened Innside Madrid Valdebebas in Madrid on this day, marking its second Innside brand hotel in the city. Located near Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, IFEMA, and Real Madrid's sports city, the hotel aims to attract business travelers and tourists seeking accommodation outside the capital's hustle. Innside Madrid Valdebebas features 273 rooms, a rooftop pool and solarium, a gym with an outdoor terrace, parking, and a conference center with over 18 meeting rooms and a plenary room for 400 people.

🏡 In Spain, the vacation rental sector skyrocketed in 2024, with international travelers staying in holiday homes increasing by 27.3% over the first seven months, reaching 6.6 million compared to the previous year's 5.2 million, according to the National Statistics Institute (INE). In contrast, hotel growth was more modest at 9.5%. Tourists in hotels spend an average of €257 per day, while those in holiday homes spend €153. The unchecked spread of this accommodation type, despite local government restrictions, raises concerns about its impact on residents' well-being and the economy.

🏖️ Imserso travel sales in the Canary Islands commence on September 25, announced by Turismo Social. Ávoris Corporación Empresarial will offer 886,269 spots starting from September 23, for various national and international destinations at affordable prices. Sales open in two phases: September 23-24 for certain regions including Andalucía, Madrid, and Murcia, and September 25-26 for others like Asturias, Catalonia, and the Basque Country. With prices starting at €124.68 for a 4-day trip, reservations can be made via accredited travel agencies or Turismo Social's official website.

🏖 Spain welcomed a total of 155 million tourists in 2023, a 5.7% increase from 2019, including 85 million international and 70 million national travelers, excluding those staying in second homes or hostels. In 2024, international arrivals rose by 13% in the first half, despite mass protests like those in the Canary Islands on April 20 and Baleares on May 26. Domestic tourism remained steady at 32.5 million. From 2020 to 2023, international tourist arrivals surged 350%, and national tourism grew 121%.

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💸 On a Vueling A320 flight from Santiago de Compostela to Gran Canaria, one pilot fell ill, prompting the crew to request a priority landing. Air traffic controllers facilitated a direct route and coordinated medical attention on the ground. The plane landed without further incidents on runway 03L, and controllers wished the pilot a speedy recovery.

📅 Vacaciones de septiembre ganan popularidad entre viajeros, con un aumento del 23% en reservas tardías según Destinia. El 16% de turistas extranjeros visitarán España en septiembre, subiendo desde el 11% del año anterior, mientras que el 14% de españoles vacacionarán en este mes, comparado con el 12% previo. Destinos populares incluyen Salou, Mojácar y Benidorm; Barcelona y Madrid ven precios hoteleros subir un 66% y 44%, respectivamente. Coste promedio en septiembre es de 67€ por persona/noche, un 16% más que el año pasado.

💻 UNAV reports that travel agencies have advanced in digitalization in 2023, with Kit Digital program help, funded by European funds. By the end of 2024, digital vouchers valued between €2,000 and €29,000 are available for small businesses, with some receiving up to €24,000 for digital consulting. About 50% of national agencies have increased their innovation level, 30% plan to join the program in 2024, and by year-end, half are expected to be digitalized.