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🏨 A Statista survey conducted in 2023 revealed that 86% of hoteliers believe artificial intelligence (AI) will be the most innovative area in the next two years. Energy management and ESG criteria are priority technologies for 74% and 60% of respondents, respectively. Augmented and virtual reality, and the metaverse, are cited by 45%, while local activities are mentioned in 43% of cases. Back office technology potentials include process automation (41%), Blockchain (25%), and cryptocurrency payment solutions (24%). AI applications have shifted focus since 2021, with 78% now prioritizing predictive models for energy, water, and waste (up from 47% in 2021), maintenance cost reduction (from 53% to 76%), automatic room assignments (from 53% to 72%), predictive material acquisition (from 48% to 67%), and intelligent documentation of infrastructure (from 22% to 60%).

🏖 Mundosenior, a senior tourism operator with 30 years of experience, unveils its 2024-2025 programming, featuring 11 new cultural circuits due to high demand, with options for train and bus travel. The most sought-after trips include Cádiz and Pueblos Blancos, Málaga, and Caminito del Rey. The company caters to over-55 travelers, offering all-inclusive services, complete board, drinks, and entry to monuments, ensuring detailed attention and quality service.

📌 During the high season of 2024, the British market recovery contributed to 1.4% of Spain's GDP, up from 1.2% in 2019. Predictions for late 2024 indicate higher tourist arrivals and spending than in 2023, with expected growth between 5% to 9%. For summer, seat offers might increase by 10% to 15% due to significant fleet expansions. Package tourism is also on the rise, accounting for 40% of Spain's tourism demand. Destinations like Canary and Balearic Islands, Málaga, and other Andalusian locations are gaining popularity.

💰 Imserso to start selling travel packages on September 23 in select regions, with sales extending to additional regions on September 25. The program offers 886,269 spots across three categories: coastal peninsula, islands, and inland cultural tours with 443,887, 230,039, and 212,343 spots respectively. Prices range from €210.47 to €489.99, varying by itinerary. Over 200,000 accreditation letters are sent out daily since August 28, required for travel access.

🏖️ Club Med surpassed its 2023 first semester record in 2024, with an 8% increase in average daily rate (ADR) and a 70.4% occupancy. Reservations for the second semester rose by 5.7%. Business volume reached €1.150 billion, up 9% from 2023, and recurring EBITDA climbed to €244 million, from €228 million. Revenue from resort operations hit €139 million, an 11% surge, with over 778,000 clients, a 2% increase. Bed capacity grew by 4%, with a 0.8 percentage point higher occupancy. Henri Giscard d'Estaing, President of Club Med, highlighted the company's glocal growth strategy and business model transformation. Revenue by region: Europe and Africa €653 million (+6%), America €314 million (+10%), Asia-Pacific saw a 33% jump, and the Spanish market grew by 17% to €2.4 million. Family segment sales in Spain reached €1.7 million, 71% of total and up 22% from the previous year.

🏖 Princess Hotels & Resorts, targeting luxury tourists in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, and partnered with Google and Mirai, achieved a 165% increase in qualified leads and 102% in profitability (ROAS) for Q2 (April to June). Campaigns also delivered +18% revenue growth and +14% in bookings. AI-driven Demand Gen strategies and smart bidding tactics contributed to these significant results, with a noteworthy conversion assistance ratio of 19.1.

🌟 Cirque du Soleil's "Alegría" returns to Madrid from December 4 to January 26 at Espacio Puerta del Ángel. Music Bank World Tour features eight major Korean bands at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on October 12. "Harry Potter: The Exhibition" opens October 4 at Espacio Ibercaja Delicias. "Tomorrowland Immersive Experience" starts October 25 at WiZink Center's Sala de Cristal. "Sorolla, cien años de modernidad" runs from October 17 to February 16. Tapapiés gastronomic route celebrates its 14th edition from October 17-27 with over 100 participating bars and restaurants. Madrid Cocktail Week occurs from October 18-27 with 90 venues participating. "Los Pilares de la Tierra" premieres at Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Two new four-star hotels open on Atocha Street.

🏖️ Alejandro de la Osa, CEO of Europamundo, reports a positive summer season and strategic price maintenance. For the 2025/26 season, a moderate price increase and pre-sale until 15/01/25 are announced. Over 1,100 itineraries and 18,000+ departures are planned between November 2024 and March 2025, including trips to America and Asia. Optimism prevails for 2025 despite global uncertainties, with expectations of a strong year-end close for 2024.

🛫 A district court in Braga, Northern Portugal, fined Irish airline Ryanair for charging a passenger for carry-on luggage that exceeded the company's size requirements as stated on its website. This decision echoes similar rulings in Spain, where the Ministry of Consumer Affairs has imposed sanctions on airlines for charging for carry-on baggage, with varying size allowances across companies like Ryanair, Wizz Air, Easyjet, and Iberia. Travel agency representatives, including president Miguel Quintás, hailed the verdict as a victory for consumer rights.

🛫 Air Europa's failed sale to Iberia Group shifted airline strategies, affecting competitors' plans for over 53,000 flights. Volotea, with Aegean holding up to 21% of its shares, now focuses on Ita Airways' slots at Milan Linate Airport. Binter's ambitions in Madrid and Canarian routes remain competitive with Air Europa. Ryanair eyes expansion with 13 new routes from Paris, Belgium, and London across Europe. Iberojet diversifies with flights to Bangkok, Orlando, and Mauritius, starting weekly Bangkok flights with an A350 on May 30 until December. World2Fly commenced Madrid to Zanzibar on June 28, with plans to continue next year after positive results.