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Ecuador presents itself to the world as the FITUR 2024 Partner Country

Ecuador presents itself to the world as the FITUR 2024 Partner Country Ecuador's Minister of Tourism, Niels Olsen Ecuador presented an attractive proposal this morning as a 'FITUR 2024 Partner Country’ at the International Tourism Trade Fair to be held from 24 to 28 January at the fairgrounds, organised by IFEMA MADRID. Ecuador's Minister of Tourism, Niels Olsen, said that "FITUR 2024 is a unique opportunity to show the world all the wonders that Ecuador has to offer." He remarked that "our commitment is to the Ecuadorian families who make a living off of tourism, to our natural and cultural wealth and, of course, to our visitors." For his part, the Chairman of the Executive Committee of IFEMA MADRID, Jose Vicente de los Mozos, highlighted "the importance of this strategic alliance to promote, present and consolidate the destination of Ecuador in what will be one of the most powerful and representative editions of FITUR." [...]

By |2024-01-22T15:49:52-04:0022 de January de 2024|Events, Outstanding news|0 Comments
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Dominican Republic ranks seventh in Latin America for tourism

Dominican Republic ranks seventh in Latin America for tourism Dominican Republic. Photo: Pixabay/Einfach-Eve In 2024, the Dominican Republic ranks seventh among the Latin American countries with the highest income in the tourism market, according to forecasts by Statista Market Insights. The country is projected to experience a growth rate of 15%, surpassing the figures from 2023 and translating to an estimated average profit of around $600 million. This forecast encompasses revenue from various sources, including hotel reservations, cruises, tourist packages, and vacation rentals. As the world’s tourism sector nears recovery, reaching almost 90% of pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels by the end of 2023, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) anticipates complete recovery in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2024. Statista Market Insights predicts a 13% increase in tourism and travel revenue globally in 2024. Brazil leads this projection, with expected income of approximately $16.81 billion, surpassing the previous year’s $15 [...]

By |2024-01-22T15:32:10-04:0022 de January de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|0 Comments
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Special TTC: Saint Kitts and Nevis, the origins of tourismo in the Caribbean

Special TTC: Saint Kitts and Nevis, the origins of tourismo in the Caribbean Saint Kitts and Nevis. Photo: Pixabay/mickfromsvg By: Jose Luis Perelló The first Europeans to land on the Caribbean islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis (St. Kitts & Nevis) were the Spanish, who spotted them on November 11, 1493 during their second voyage. However, European colonization began in 1623, when first the English and then the French arrived on the island of San Cristóbal, whose name was shortened by the English to St. Kitts Island. Because it was the first English colony in the Caribbean, St. Kitts served as a base for the future expansion of English colonization of the region. The two islands are separated, about three kilometers, by the Narrows Strait, and the highest elevation is Mount Liamuiga at 1,156 meters on St. Kitts, the islands’ highest. The territory of Nevis, already colonized by the [...]

By |2024-01-22T15:26:18-04:0022 de January de 2024|Outstanding news, Specials|0 Comments
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Cuba’s Palco Business Group turns 13 years old

Cuba’s Palco Business Group turns 13 years old The Cuban Palco Business Group celebrates its 13th anniversary today, having made a huge effort to develop the national economy and, tourism. According to a message published in the digital newspaper Cubadebate, during its 13 anniversary, the Group has experienced constant and positive growth, which keeps in force and consolidates the prestige of more than four decades of its founding units. From its beginnings as a small Superior Organization of Business Management (OSDE), it has become a reference in the field of event organization, the note adds. The company also stands out in the provision of a wide variety of services, including real estate, freight forwarding, transportation, gastronomy, hotel and catering, floristry, technical and computer services, printing, and decoration, among others. This January 15, the company has been in existence for thirteen years, dedicated to providing integral solutions to its clients to guarantee [...]

By |2024-01-15T20:02:09-04:0015 de January de 2024|Business|0 Comments
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TTMA hopes ferry brings easy regional travel

TTMA hopes ferry brings easy regional travel Photo: Pixabay/LuisFerreira4x4 THE TT Manufacturers Association (TTMA) on Friday keenly welcomed the proposal of a regional ferry – as a boost to people's lives and countries' economies – with TTMA president Roger Roach urging legislation where needed to allow the free movement of goods, people and capital. A TTMA statement quoted Roach as saying, "This is an excellent start to boundless possibilities for the peoples of the region.” The Prime Minister recently announced a proposal for the Galleons Passage ferry to serve a route linking Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana and Barbados, with details to come. The TTMA viewed the ferry as a boost to regional migration, food security, tourism and manufacturing. The statement said the ferry could ease the movement of people and so facilitate greater integration among states. "Success of this initiative can allow for other Caricom members to come on [...]

By |2024-01-15T19:37:37-04:0015 de January de 2024|Transportation|0 Comments
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Boeing to increase quality inspections on 737-Max following Alaska Airlines blow out

Boeing to increase quality inspections on 737-Max following Alaska Airlines blow out Boeing told employees Monday that it plans to increase quality inspections of its 737 Max 9 aircraft, following the failure of an emergency exit door panel on an Alaska Airlines flight last week. It is the latest in a series of troubles for Boeing, whose reputation as the premier American aircraft manufacturer has been tarnished by a series of manufacturing flaws that have led some airlines to hold off aircraft purchases or go with its European rival, Airbus. The inspections come after Federal regulators grounded the 737 Max, and that Boeing has said that after the Alaska Airlines flight and customer complaints, it is "clear that we are not where we need to be" on quality assurance and controls. "Our team is also taking a hard look at our quality practices in our factories and across our production system," [...]

By |2024-01-15T19:30:48-04:0015 de January de 2024|Outstanding news, Transportation|0 Comments
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Falcon’s Resort in Punta Cana rebrands as Paradisus Grand Cana

Falcon’s Resort in Punta Cana rebrands as Paradisus Grand Cana On January 15, Falcon’s Resort by Meliá, All Suites Punta Cana, is set to rebrand as Paradisus Grand Cana, following a market response evaluation and brand strength assessment, announced Andre Gerondeau, the director of operations at Meliá Hotels International. Originally known as Paradisus Grand Cana, the property underwent renovation and relaunch in early 2023 under the Falcon’s Resort by Meliá name, part of a collaboration with Falcon’s Beyond, an entertainment development company. The rebranding aligns with Falcon’s Katmandu Park Punta Cana, a neighboring theme park, creating a unique “resortainment” experience. Despite the rebranding, the partnership with Katmandu Park will persist at Paradisus hotels in Punta Cana. The Paradisus Grand Cana will feature 108 special “Katmandu Experience” swim-up suites among its 432 accommodations, providing guests with enhanced amenities and complimentary access to Katmandu Park Punta Cana. Additionally, Gerondeau disclosed Meliá’s ongoing expansion [...]

By |2024-01-15T18:57:13-04:0015 de January de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|0 Comments
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Large hotel chains to add new “ultra-luxury” resorts in Caribbean in 2024

Large hotel chains to add new “ultra-luxury” resorts in Caribbean in 2024 In the Dominican Republic, the Hilton chain will add a new all-inclusive hotel to its portfolio, located in Miches. Photo: Reportur By: José Luis Perelló The luxury market is increasing and with it the luxury tourism sector. We can define luxury tourism as that based on the experiences that allow you to enjoy, and whose fundamental aspects are comfort, safety and well-being. Luxury tourism offers those services that anticipate the demands and needs of travelers. The new guests are not looking for what is ostentatious and expensive, but rather for a customized and sustainable experience. It has a profile that is more aware of environmental and social problems. This new trend also makes it possible to completely immerse yourself in work while traveling and relaxing, thus improving your well-being and productivity. In this sense, people can work [...]

By |2024-01-15T18:38:07-04:0015 de January de 2024|Outstanding news, Specials|0 Comments
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Why Cancun Hotels Could Be More Expensive In 2024

Why Cancun Hotels Could Be More Expensive In 2024 A resort hotel in Cancun. Photo: Tha Cancun Sun Staying in a resort hotel in Cancun may be getting a little more expensive for travelers in the new year. However, the added surcharge is planned to go towards something that will directly benefit visitors to the popular beach resort destination. Safety and Security Hotel owners in Cancun closed out 2023 by asking for an increase in the hotel tax rate in the popular vacation getaway which has been fixed since 2018. According to a published article, the recovery of international markets after the pandemic is allowing resort hotel owners to renegotiate the wholesale room rate charged to tour operators. President of the Hotel Association of Cancún, Isla Mujeres and Puerto Morelos Jesús Almaguer Salazar mentioned in the article that more than 1.8 million travelers are expected to visit the area by the [...]

By |2024-01-09T11:26:56-04:009 de January de 2024|Tourism|0 Comments
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Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship Ascent to call on Cayman

Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship Ascent to call on Cayman Celebrity Ascent, the newest ship in the Celebrity Cruises fleet, is set to call on Grand Cayman on 12 Jan.- Photo: Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship Ascent, which debuted last month, is set to sail to the Cayman Islands next week for one of two planned calls in January. The large cruise ship, which boasts a double occupancy of 3,260 passengers, is expected to call on Grand Cayman on 12 Jan. and 26 Jan. This month is expected to be a busy one for cruise arrivals, as on most days there will be ships calling on Grand Cayman, Some days will be particularly stacked with multiple cruises in port. The Celebrity Ascent is the fourth vessel in the Celebrity Cruises’ Edge Series and features 32 restaurants, bars and lounges. According to a Celebrity Cruises’ statement, the Ascent will be [...]

By |2024-01-09T11:15:24-04:009 de January de 2024|Transportation|0 Comments
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