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🌍 República Dominicana and Mexico have become "refuge destinations" due to geopolitical and economic issues in Cuba and Venezuela. Canada completed the repatriation of nearly 28,000 tourists from Cuba, while Russian airlines finished returning about 4,300 tourists stranded due to fuel shortages. The Dominican Republic saw a record 11.6 million tourists in 2025, up 37.8% from 2022. In contrast, Cuba experienced its lowest tourist numbers since 2002, with just 1.8 million visitors.

🏠 Schôolers, in collaboration with Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), launches the Executive Global Hospitality Master (EGH Master) program. Starting on March 9, this 60 ECTS program offers 1,500 hours of online learning over 12-36 months. Designed for hotel sector professionals, it includes video content, live webinars, and optional networking at UCAM. With 120 industry experts and endorsements from major hotel chains, it rivals international MBAs. Schôolers reports a 93.4% satisfaction rate from over 25,000 students.

🏢 Viajes Carrefour expands with three new franchises in Barcelona (Nou Barris), Jumilla, and Tarifa, Cádiz, reinforcing its network to over 400 locations in Spain. These openings mark the beginning of 2026, focusing on key cities with a franchise model. Director Héctor Floro emphasizes franchise quality standards. Expansion leader Estíbaliz López de Alda highlights sustainable growth and local talent. A new hotel platform aims to streamline agency operations, increasing product variety and management efficiency.

🗺 República Dominicana destacó en Fitur 2026 en Madrid, cerrando acuerdos por más de US$13.37 mil millones, según el ministro de Turismo, David Collado. Banco Popular, Banreservas y Banco BHD firmaron acuerdos por US$6.2, US$4.2 y US$2.97 mil millones, respectivamente. Con más de 1,500 reuniones privadas, se planea añadir 10,000 habitaciones hoteleras en tres años, aumentando la capacidad para recibir 500,000 turistas adicionales. El roadshow "Meet in Paradise" reunió a más de 1,200 profesionales.

💭 La Policía Nacional detuvo a un hacker de 20 años, residente en San Cristóbal de la Laguna, por estafar con reservas hoteleras a 0,01 céntimos. Las estafas, desde hace tiempo, alcanzan 20,000 euros, principalmente en Canarias y Madrid. Usó su identidad real y fue capturado en el Ritz el 6 de febrero. El hacker subía fotos en Instagram, ayudando a su arresto. Quedó en libertad tras pasar a disposición judicial; la investigación sigue abierta.

📅 Nautalia launched a new campaign this month to highlight the importance of professional travel agent advice. Using humor, the campaign warns against relying solely on amateur recommendations. Produced by Jakiens and directed by Iván Jurado, it will run across cinemas, TV, digital platforms, social media, radio, outdoor spaces, and buses.

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