Tendencias del mercado

🗽 Notre Dame in Paris reopens on December 8 after a fire in April 2019. French President Emmanuel Macron will speak on December 7, followed by a concert and mass; the cathedral will have an 8-day special opening. Reservations are free from December 16. Estimated 15 million annual tourists post-reopening, with group visits starting June 8, 2025. Restoration cost 700 million euros, funded by 846 million euros in donations. Eco-transformation includes 1,800 square meters of green space and 160 trees by 2025.

✈ KLM, part of Air France group, proposes a two-year salary freeze to its staff due to financial issues and rising operating costs. The current collective agreement ends in February next year, with initial informal negotiations with unions starting last October. KLM cites limited long-haul flight capacity due to fleet availability and uncertainties at Schiphol Airport, which plans to cut flights and raise prices by up to 37%. KLM aims to increase annual earnings by €450 million through productivity improvements and suggests a new agreement lasting more than the usual two years, noting that its wages are high compared to other Dutch companies and European airlines.

🏨 Palladium Hotel Group, with a record revenue of €1.069 billion and 12,202 rooms in 2023, leads Spain's hotel chains in Total Income per Available Room (TrevPAR) at €87,609. Riu Hotels & Resorts ranks second with €72,315 TrevPAR, 49,879 rooms, and €3.607 billion revenue in 2023. Eurostars Hotel Company's TrevPAR jumped 201% from €18,459 in 2014 to €55,525 in 2023. The hotel industry has seen significant growth over the past decade, with increases in TrevPAR reaching triple digits for some chains.

🏨 "Six-star hotels in Spain provide an intimate atmosphere with no more than 20 suites/rooms, architecture of historic significance or contemporary design, often by renowned architects, and some are listed as Cultural Heritage sites. These boutique hotels offer a unique interior design with high-quality materials, exclusive furniture, and art pieces, located in extraordinary natural environments, possibly protected areas or surrounded by stunning landscapes, while still being reasonably close to urban centers. They feature exceptional gastronomy, including Michelin-starred restaurants and exceptional wine selections. Designed for wellness tourism, they boast luxury spas, private gardens, and personalized experiences, focusing on rest and connection with nature. Guests receive meticulous service, ensuring a tranquil stay where every detail is tailored for an unforgettable experience, and the hotels guarantee privacy and exclusivity for those seeking disconnection.

🛫 Vueling A321 pilots experienced challenges on a flight from Barcelona to Tenerife Norte, encountering a failed landing attempt in Tenerife due to stormy conditions. The aircraft was diverted to Gran Canaria, where it requested emergency medical priority. Air traffic controllers facilitated the landing on runway 21 and coordinated ground medical assistance.

🏨 En España, los hoteles de cadena crecieron un 4% en 2024, sumando 2,948 establecimientos con un aumento del 2% en penetración de mercado según Horwath HTL. El país cuenta con 760,656 habitaciones hoteleras, de las cuales 440,544 pertenecen a cadenas, marcando un crecimiento del 3% en comparación con 2023. Hay 357 marcas hoteleras, con 235 españolas y 122 internacionales. Nuevas marcas como Mondrian y Hyde de Ennismore en Ibiza, Miiro en Barcelona y Vila Galé en Huelva han debutado en el mercado.

✈️ During Black Friday, European flight routes are expected to see a 19.65% price reduction, domestic flights a 17.42% drop, and long-haul flights a 12.35% decrease. Overall, flight prices are predicted to be 16% cheaper than the yearly average. A domestic flight's average cost of €337.19 will lower to €278.45, up to a 35% discount from July's peak prices. European flights will average €262.31, down from €326.46, with February being the only cheaper month. Long-distance flights normally priced at €903.43 will go down to €791.86. Popular domestic destinations include Madrid and Barcelona, while Paris and Rome lead in Europe, and Istanbul and Buenos Aires are top for long-haul.

🛩 European airlines' market share in the Europe-China corridor dropped from 55% in 2018 to 82% for Chinese airlines due to the inability to fly over Russian airspace, leading to longer, costlier flights. IAG, Lufthansa, and Air France-KLM struggle to compete on prices as a result. This winter, 18 new routes by Chinese carriers will be launched compared to a decline from European companies. Overall, a 15% capacity increase with 10,000 flights is expected between China and Europe. In Spain, Chinese airlines now hold 100% of the market since Iberia halted its Madrid-Shanghai route in 2020 due to Covid.

🛀 Turismo termal has gained popularity, appealing to travelers seeking relaxation and nature. Hosteltur, through Hanaley's online travel agency, highlights seven renowned thermal spas worldwide. These include Blue Lagoon in Iceland with temperatures up to 39°C, Terme di Saturnia in Tuscany at 37.5°C, Pamukkale in Turkey between 35-100°C, and multiple onsens in Japan known for their mineral-rich waters. Also featured are Aguas Termales de Polques in Bolivia at 30°C, Termas de Puritama in Chile between 28-33°C, and Arenal Volcano's thermal zone in Costa Rica with 25-39°C waters. These spas cater to all ages, breaking the stereotype of being only for the elderly.

💰 Spanish consumer spending in travel agencies slightly recovered in September and October with +1.9% and +1.1% annual increases, respectively. However, the trend indicates a slowdown in hotel spending, with annual variations showing April at -18% due to Easter timing, October at +3.5%, and the RevPAR in the U.S. growing at a vegetative rate of 2.5%-3%, which can signal future trends. CaixaBank's report on card expenditures details these fluctuations in the tourism sector.