Nombramientos

Special Tours, el turoperador especialista en circuitos de Ávoris Corporación Empresarial, se ha adelantado al calendario habitual del sector y ha lanzado más de 90 programas para la temporada 2026,…

🌴 Luis Rullán, a prominent figure in Spanish tourism, passed away after battling cancer. He was instrumental in the success of Riu Hotels alongside Luis Riu Sr., and contributed significantly to Port Aventura and Occidental Hotels. His career highlights included roles with Riu Hotels' international expansion and aiding La Caixa's ventures. Known for his loyalty, Rullán's post-retirement saw a surprising ideological shift. He was remembered fondly by colleagues and family for his dedication and leadership.

🛫 Ángel Ayala joins Ávoris, a Barceló company, as the new Director of Operations for Mundosenior and Turismo Social. Tasked with enhancing the Imserso travel program for seniors, Ayala must address past irregularities that led to a state sanction. Previously with Viajes El Corte Inglés for nearly three years, Ayala will oversee Ávoris's management of 440,284 coastal and 210,787 escape tourism trips next season, with two possible extensions.

💬 In a recent episode of ¡Esto es la Guerra!, Ines Guerra and CEO Carlos Hornstein discuss the strategic role of HR beyond administration. Key points include adapting to local culture, leveraging preonboarding, selecting the right HR system, and HR’s role as an employee advocate. Listen to expert interviews and insights on their [blog](http://www.niikiis.com/blog) for more.

📈 Ávoris restructured Dit Gestión's leadership with María Teresa Rodríguez as commercial director in Spain and Lander Arriaga in Portugal. This move is part of a 2.5-year consolidation plan to strengthen its Iberian market presence. Rodríguez, with over 30 years in tourism, joined in 2013. Four months post-integration approval by CNMC, Ávoris added 800 sales points, keeping DIT operational autonomy while enhancing brand collaboration.

📈 Rita J. Varga, award-winning CEO of RaizUp, was honored as Women Leader of the Year – Individual Entrepreneur by the IWTTF for her contributions to travel tech and gender equity. With over ten years in the tourism sector, she founded Women in Hospitality and Travel Tech (WHTT) six years ago. RaizUp evolved from WHTT, focusing on diverse leadership development. Rita has trained over 750 people globally in the #IamRemarkable program.

🏨 Catalonia Hotels & Resorts initiated executive changes after a new majority shareholder approval. CEO Manel Vallet was replaced to professionalize leadership. Guillermo Vallet Gómez stepped down as president for honorary recognition. New CEOs are Guillermo Vallet Millet and Santiago Vallet, controlling 65% of the company with Alfonso Vallet; Manel Vallet holds 35%. The company operates 80 hotels in 25 locations and aims for €644 million revenue in 2024, with €240 million operating profit and €160 million pre-tax profit.

🛩 Las agencias de viajes españolas celebran el cambio de Ryanair, que lanzó la herramienta Travel Agent Direct, permitiendo reservas directas sin recargos. Revelado por *Preferente*, este nuevo sistema, primero de su tipo, fue discutido en una reunión que establece cuentas comerciales para agencias. Carlos Garrido, presidente de CEAV, destaca la importancia del cambio para el mercado. Acuerdos previos incluyen a El Corte Inglés y Tui.

🏨 Fede Fuster, president of Hosbec, was the sole candidate to lead the Instituto Tecnológico Hotelero (ITH) and began his presidency at the 2025 Annual Electoral Assembly. He succeeds Javier García Cuenca, known for promoting innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in the hotel sector. The new board includes Vice President Jorge Marichal and Secretary General Ramón Estalella. Fuster also presides over HOSBEC since December 2022 and holds key positions in Visit Benidorm and the Confederation of Valencian Entrepreneurs.

📈 David García Blancas, nuevo CEO de B&B Hotels Iberia, asumió el cargo en 2025. Con 25 años de experiencia en aviación y hostelería, fue antes Director General de PortAventura desde 2019. B&B Hotels posee más de 900 hoteles en 17 países, y cerró 2024 con 15 nuevas aperturas en Iberia, sumando 57 hoteles en España. Enrique Francia seguirá como Presidente durante la transición. Blanca se une con la misión de expandir la compañía en Iberia.