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How much are #flights into and from Spain increasing this #summer? What are the drivers behind the variability of average prices? Take a look at this Hosteltur piece in which we analyze flight costs data forecasts. Read more: https://buff.ly/3w1cuAF #travel #tourism #dataintelligence #TravelTechnology #Mabrian

Barcelona faces a new #summer season reinforcing connectivity and reaching record figures in air capacity, based on Mabrian #dataintelligence, as well as official sources. ✈️ 📊 What are the implications and how the airport and the destination are bracing themselves for this strong demand? Take a look to Maite Gutiérrez analysis in La Vanguardia https://lnkd.in/eZVaXRiQ  #travel #tourism #dataintelligence #TravelTechnology #Mabrian

Discover the Rising Business Hub: Panama's Strategic Growth Panama is gaining global recognition as an essential hub for businesses, thanks to its strategic position and growing connectivity. Here’s why Panama is becoming the go-to destination for companies worldwide: - Enhanced Connectivity: Copa Airlines is expanding its routes, adding new destinations, and increasing flights to existing routes, reinforcing Panama's status as a major air travel hub. - Tourism Boost: With the Stop Over program, Copa Airlines aims to attract over 150,000 tourists this year, allowing transit passengers to explore Panama as a secondary destination at no extra cost. - Growing Infrastructure: The addition of new aircraft and routes will enhance Panama’s connectivity, making it even more attractive for tourism, business, and conventions. - Economic Impact: Increased air traffic and new investments are set to boost Panama’s economy, driving growth in tourism and related sectors. - Competitive Edge: Despite strong regional competition, Panama’s strategic initiatives and growing connectivity keep it ahead in the game. With these developments, Panama is poised to become an even more significant player on the global stage. Curious to learn more or explore opportunities in Panama? Let’s chat! https://lnkd.in/edYvjzMW

A New Era of Investment and Growth: Panama's Bright Future Panama is embracing a wave of exciting developments, transforming the country into a global hub for tourism, business, and innovation. Here are some key highlights that underscore Panama's promising future: Enhanced Air Connectivity:  - Copa Airlines, under the leadership of CEO Pedro Heilbron, is focused on boosting Panama's connectivity, making it a prime destination for tourism, business, and conventions.  - Panama manages around 31% of Latin America's air connections, facilitating passenger transit between the south and north, and to the Caribbean and Central America. Rising Tourism:  - The number of tourists increased by 12% between January and March, with hotels reporting an occupancy rate of 61.6%.  - In 2023, Tocumen International Airport handled over 17.82 million passengers, with 71.97% being transit or connecting travelers. Innovative Programs:  - The Stop Over program aims to attract over 150,000 tourists to Panama by allowing travelers to visit Panama as a second destination at no extra cost.  - Since its inception in 2019, the program has brought in 320,000 visitors, with 120,000 tourists processed in 2023. New Destinations:  - Copa Airlines is launching three new destinations in June: Raleigh-Durham in North Carolina, USA; Florianópolis in Brazil; and Tulum in Mexico.  - The airline expects to receive five new aircraft in the second half of the year, with plans to further expand its fleet by 2025. Strategic Expansion:  - Copa Airlines plans to increase flights to Argentina and other destinations, adding a new daily frequency to Ezeiza, Argentina.  - More destinations will be announced before the end of the year, aiming to add two to four new locations. Economic Growth:  - Panama's focus on air connectivity is set to enhance its economy, tourism, and investments.  - Despite strong regional competition, Copa Airlines is committed to growing its connectivity, becoming more competitive, and maintaining cost efficiency. Financial Success:  - Copa Holdings reported a net profit of $176 million in the first quarter, reflecting a $18.3 million increase compared to the same period in 2023.  - The group's total revenue for the first quarter increased by 3% to $893.5 million, driven by a rise in passenger traffic. Panama is on the brink of a transformative era, with significant investments in infrastructure, tourism, and connectivity. These developments are not only boosting the economy but also positioning Panama as a key player on the global stage. Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate and contribute to Panama's bright future. https://lnkd.in/eTpUpuyw

Boosting Tourism in Panama: A Promising Path Ahead Panama's tourism industry is poised for significant growth with a renewed focus on increasing the influx of international visitors. Key figures in the tourism sector have met to ensure a smooth transition and set the stage for a robust promotional campaign. Here are the main highlights: - Transition Leadership: Gloria De León, the designated administrator of the Panama Tourism Authority (ATP), has begun the transition process with Denise Guillén and Fernando Fondevilla, director of Promtur.    - Tourism Potential: The tourism and aviation sectors together have the potential to contribute over 16% of Panama's GDP. - Visitor Growth: In the first quarter of this year, Panama welcomed 857,235 international visitors, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period last year. Of these, 586,045 were tourists who stayed for more than eight days on average. - Investment Disparity: Despite this growth, Panama's annual investment of $20 million in tourism promotion lags behind Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia, each of which invests over $35 million annually. - Budget Enhancements: An additional credit this year has secured necessary funds, with expectations for a budget increase to $25 million in 2025, as revealed by Promtur's director, Fernando Fondevila. - Infrastructure and Services: There is a strong emphasis on improving local tourism infrastructure and services to compete more effectively in the international market. - Collaborative Efforts: The new administration under De León, appointed by President-elect José Raúl Mulino, is expected to prioritize promotion and infrastructure enhancements. A collaborative meeting established a mutual commitment to ensuring a seamless transition and sustained growth in Panama's tourism sector. - Strategic Alliances: Strengthening both national and international strategic alliances is a priority to maintain stability and support ongoing growth in tourism. - Stakeholder Engagement: De León, accompanied by Annette Cárdenas, a notable businesswoman in the tourism sector, has engaged with stakeholders to discuss future strategies and improvements. The Path Forward Panama's new government is committed to enhancing all aspects of the tourism sector. With a clear strategy to increase promotional efforts, improve infrastructure, and foster international partnerships, the future looks bright for Panama. These initiatives are expected to not only boost visitor numbers but also create a sustainable and thriving tourism industry that benefits the entire nation. The leadership transition signals a promising era of growth and opportunity for Panama’s tourism, making it a destination to watch. https://lnkd.in/eQuVUv-y

Herewith have a look to the World Travel Monitor in tourism provided through Hosteltur from #ITBBerlin this year, with interesting information about the travel trends actually, the 3 biggest source markets globally in 2023 and the last tendencies in tourism. Translate it to English to get access to this useful information before ITB in Berlin!. And if you are attending this trade fair next week, please let's us know to catch up there! 😉👍 #WorldTravelMonitorinTourism #MarkettrendsY24 #Growthinleisuretravels

Colombia | 8.5% Increase in Visitors in the First Half of 2024 Colombia received 3.1 million visitors in the first half of 2024, a number that means an increase of 8.5% compared to the same period last year. The South American country is a destination that has long stood out in inbound tourism thanks to its immense cultural and gastronomic richness and these data confirm that this country is one of Latin America's favorites for travelers coming from abroad. During the 28th edition of the National Congress of Travel and Tourism Agencies ANATO attended by the National Government and more than 800 participants from the tourism sector, the essential importance of joint work between the public-private sectors was reflected and the Executive President of ANATO stated that these figures continue to contribute positively to the travel industry. The countries with the highest income from foreign visitors continued to be the United States of America, Mexico and Ecuador respectively with 30%, 8% and 8% The nations that are consolidating with the greatest growth in terms of the number of international visitors who reach Colombia for reasons related to tourism or business are Guatemala with an increase of 62% followed by Honduras and Costa Rica with an increase of 57% and 49% respectively. Other statistics also indicated the top three colombian destinations that recorded the highest number of visitors which were Bogotá with 33%, Antioquia 27% and Bolivar 22%. As far as the departments are concerned, in terms of arrival of travellers, Antioquia recorded an increase of 30%, followed by Bolivar with 25% and Risaralda 18%. The Union Leader stated that work must continue on key factors such as security, formalization and revision of the requirements of the RNT, the National Tourism Registry) to further encourage quality visits by international tourists to domestic destinations with tourism potential that allow them to discover unique and diverse experiences. https://lnkd.in/eJQH_Ehm

Another record year for flights through Malaga airport

Spain is set to welcome a significant boost in tourism revenue, with an estimated influx of €19 billion in March and April alone. This represents a remarkable 24% increase compared to previous periods, highlighting the resilience and appeal of Spain as a premier travel destination.

Enterprises are placing increasing emphasis on overseas business travel car rentals. Zuzuche's data as of May 2024 highlights: 🚗 Business travel bookings have rebounded at a faster pace than leisure travel, accounting for around 10% of total orders - a 5 percentage point increase from 2019. Demand from SMEs has already returned to 2019 benchmarks. 🌎 The top 10 overseas business travel destinations are: USA, GER, AUS, ITA, THA, NZL, ESP, FRA, UAE, and GBR. Notably, driven by the "Belt and Road Initiative", UAE has replaced CAN's 2019 position in rankings. 💬 By industry, Zuzuche orders have surged 25% YoY in manufacturing, and 70-80% in consulting services. https://lnkd.in/dM5p8EhK #zuzuche #carrental #businesstravel #enterprise #roadtrip #selfdrive #Chinamarket