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The Spanish Tourist Office Announces 2nd Edition of Spain Sustainability Day Taking Place 17 April
Following the success of the inaugural Spain Sustainability Day in 2023, the Spanish Tourist Office (UK) has announced the event’s second edition taking place on 17 April 2024 at The Conduit, London.
Barcelona: A Pioneer in Sustainable Tourism Emerges as Europe’s Premier Destination
Over the years, Barcelona has undertaken numerous sustainable initiatives, transforming itself into one of Europe’s most environmentally conscious cities. Significantly, the city is a proud signatory of the Glasgow Declaration, demonstrating its dedication to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Barcelona also holds the distinguished title of the world’s first Biosphere City, underscoring its unwavering commitment to shaping a sustainable future.
FITUR 2024 reflects the growth of the global tourism industry with record figures
The figures for the 44th edition show the industry’s weight over the past year, making FITUR the world’s leading trade fair in terms of the number of participants and visitors.
Ahead of FITUR TourReview unveils Spain’s ten best-rated travel destinations in 2023
Ahead of FITUR, TourReview reveals Spain’s best-rated destinations in 2023, backed by over 1.9 million reviews from platforms including TripAdvisor, Google, GetYourGuide, Expedia, and Viator. TourReview’s report highlights the fragmented tours and activities sector, emphasising the pivotal role of reviews in guiding travellers.
Ahead of FITUR BEONx launches study revealing the highest prices ever recorded
Spanish hospitality sees unprecedented growth post-COVID, surpassing pre-pandemic limits. According to INE, prices surged by 14.68% (2002-2020) and skyrocketed 27.98% in only the last two years.
Paradores Hotels Offers 20% Discount on Unforgettable Winter Getaways to Spain
This winter, British travellers can enjoy stays in castles, converted monasteries and ski resorts throughout Spain for less. Spain’s state-run historic and cultural hotel network, Paradores, is offering a 20% discount on half board stays of 2 consecutive nights or more, complete with breakfast and a curated lunch or dinner menu.
The Port of Seville, epicenter of nautical innovation and the transformation of blue tourism
The Port of Seville has been the setting for an unprecedented event in the field of blue tourism: the forum “OPEN INNOVATION: A DEVELOPMENT TOOL FOR BLUE TOURISM”. This meeting brought together the main players in the nautical and port sector, with a special focus on innovation and digital transformation, key elements for the future of this industry.
FITUR 2024 to showcase the diversification of its areas to boost tourism activity
Cruises, sports, innovation, talent, sustainability and social commitment. The International Tourism Fair is putting the spotlight on the industry’s specialisation by consolidating its most successful sections in order to offer visitors a varied and multidisciplinary offer.
The Spanish Tourist Office has announced key news for 2024 and the end of 2023.
From January up until the end of September 2023, Spain received 66.5 million international arrivals, up 18.8% year-on-year, and 0.6% below pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
Belfast City Airport Expands Sunshine Routes with New Alicante Flights in 2024
Belfast City Airport has announced plans to introduce new flights to Alicante in the summer of 2024, operated by easyJet. The service will commence on May 24, 2024, with flights scheduled for Thursdays and Sundays. The addition of this European summer destination marks significant growth for Belfast City Airport, which has been expanding its partnership with easyJet in recent years.
Active Ibiza: Experience The Island As A Major Sporting Destination In 2024
Once exclusively known as Spain’s main party island, Ibiza has been growing its sports and wellness offering, to become a burgeoning tourism hotspot for athletic travellers and avid sports fans. Unique for its beautiful landscape of golden beaches, rolling hills, pine forests, lush mountains and warm climate with 300 days of sunshine a year, Ibiza is embracing the great outdoors with a diverse array of exciting sports events taking place in 2024.
The Balearic Islands Government Provides Insight Into Its New Tourism Strategy At WTM
The Government will place particular emphasis on promoting cultural and active tourism on the islands of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera The Balearic Islands will continue their efforts to distribute tourism throughout the year through key tourism pillars