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Editorial

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Spain,

PRESIDENT EDITOR: Joaquín Molina García-Muñoz · editor@hosteltur.com EDITOR: Manuel Molina Espinosa manuel.molina@hosteltur.com @manolomolinaesp MANAGER: Carlos Hernández carlos.hernandez@hosteltur.com @carloshosteltur EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT: MENORCA: Editor in chief: Esther Mascaró · redactorjefe@hosteltur.com @esthermascaro MADRID: Hotels: Vivi Hinojosa hoteles@hosteltur.com · @vivi_hinojosa Agencies and Tour Operators: José Manuel de la Rosa · agencias@hosteltur.com @JMaDelarosa Tourism and Economy: Carmen Porras actualidad@hosteltur.com · @carmenhosteltur SEVILLA: Agencies and Tour Operators: Ángeles Vargas · agencias@hosteltur.com @angelesvargaspe PALMA DE MALLORCA: Transports: Diana Ramón · transportes@hosteltur.com @dianaramonv BARCELONA: Tourism and Economy: Xavier Canalis · actualidad@hosteltur.com @XavierCanalis CUBA: María Eugenia Cobas corresp@enet.cu DIGITAL: Coordinadora: Ángeles Vargas · angeles.vargas@hosteltur.com Responsible for social media and community: Lola Buendía · lola.buendia@hosteltur.com @lbuendia ADVERTISING: Central: Angus López · angus.lopez@hosteltur.com Tel.: 971 73 20 73 Madrid: Juan Carlos Martín juancarlos.martin@hosteltur.com · @JCHosteltur Tels.: 647 45 75 75 · 91 366 25 37 Barcelona: Iván Vega ivan.vega@hosteltur.com · @ivanvegagarcia Tel.: 93-4731693 Baleares: José Godoy jose.godoy@hosteltur.com · @josehosteltur Tel.: 971-73 20 73 DESIGN: David Molina david.molina@hosteltur.com · @davidhosteltur PHOTOGRAPHY: Archivo Hosteltur PRINTING: Ingrama, S.L. SUSCRIPTIONS: Hosteltur: suscripcionimpresa@hosteltur.com Diario Turístico Digital: suscripciondigital@hosteltur.com

a cocktail of guaranteed success Spain’s undeniable attraction for the British market is based on a mix of different components that make it an unbeatable destination. The Spanish Tourist Office in London mentions that these factors are “accessibility, familiarity, safety and a great value for Money”.

Excellent connectivity is an essential component; currently 27 British airports have connections with 28 Spanish airports. The fact is that, outside of the UK, Spain is the favourite destination for UK passengers and the leading market for several British airline companies.

Although Spanish destinations are very well known, this does not mean they stop offering new attractions. The familiarity of British tourists with these destinations, resulting from their loyalty – for 82% of the Britons who visit Spain it is not their first time and over 40% have even visited seven or more times–means that new experiences especially related with sustainability, culture and outdoor sports in a wonderful climate, continue to be the reason why people will once again choose a Spanish destination in 2016.

In addition and in contrast to the instability of other nearby destinations, safety is taken for granted in Spain. National, autonomic and local authorities work on this aspect every year to make sure peoples’ stays are pleasant and do not suffer the slightest mishap.

This last aspect is undoubtedly strengthened by the excellent quality of its hotels and accommodation in general as well as the professional services provided by companies specialised in events, entertainment, excursions and an endless amount of activities offered by the destination. Millionaire public and private investments respectively in infrastructure and particularly in the ongoing renewal of hotels together with the valorisation of its historical footprint and the conversion of emblematic buildings, consolidate its power of seduction for potential visitors.

And the thing is that Spain has not only consolidated its position yet another year for the British market, but it also guarantees the promise of tourists being able to experience whatever they can dream of.

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It continues to gain market share by relying on airline companies and tour operators

Spain enhances its leadership in the UK market by relying on increasing connectivity and safety ﾃ］geles Vargas @angelesvargaspe angeles.vargas@hosteltur.com

Spanish destinations continue to be the favourites for UK travellers in 2015 and everything seems to indicate that this will continue in 2016; relying not only on their fantastic offer of sun and sand but also on their culinary and cultural offering and their proposal of vibrant activities for city breaks.

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ccording to data gathered after the end of the high season, 2015 will be another record

year for Spain in the British market, the forth year in a row, with a 2.9% rise in the number of visitors from this nation. The Director of the Spa-

nish Tourist Office in London, Enrique Ruiz de Lera, said that “during the recession, ever since 2008, Spain has increased its market share in holiday packages and continues to grow ahead of the market”.

He states that “in recent years airline companies and tour operators have strongly invested in expanding their capacity to Spain, having increased their number of seats to over 1.3 mil-

Gastronomy is one of Spain’s main attractions. Highly prestigious Spanish chefs during the Califato Gourmet Fair in Cordoba.

lion in the last two years, although 2015 presented a small adjustment”.

with 23.1% of the total market, while

The UK continues to be the leading

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is the top destination for the Brit-

Plan deploying and allocating almost

ish, ahead of France and the United

30,000 National Police and Guardia

States.

Civil officers in its tourism areas.

Ruiz de Lera notes that political and

The medium term outlook continues

economical factors have influenced

to be very good. “Spain continues to

this positive development. The re-

fulfil the objectives set in Turespaña’s

covery of British consumers is also

2012-2016 Strategic Marketing Plan,

due to “the drop in fuel prices and

mainly in matters concerning geo-

the suppression of prices in Spain”:

graphical diversification – with the

Spain is one of the cheapest countries

ongoing opening of new air routes-

for the British according to the Post

and motivational diversification, with

Office barometer. On the other hand,

a growing segmentation in the de-

the instability of competitor coun-

mand and emergence of new holiday

tries has “enhanced Spain’s position

interests such as city breaks, urban,

as a safe destination”. He claims that

nature, culinary and sports tourism,

“the success of Spain in the United

also highlighting the boom of cy-

Kingdom is explained by a confluence

cling-tourism in the United Kingdom

of factors such as accessibility, fa-

and a rise in the number of MAMILs

miliarity, safety and a great value for

(Middle Aged Men in Lycra); Spain

money”. It is also important to note

has a wonderful offering and great

that this summer the Spanish Government launched its Safe Tourism

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“ Ruiz de Lera states that, “In 2015 there has been a small adjustment that is being offset with the increase of the load factor of the airline companies that comfortably exceeds 90%, meaning that with less seats, but fuller planes, Spain increases its number of arrivals,

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“proactive and creative” in the world.

The Association of Independent Tour

potential in all of these segments”.

Operators (AITO) continues to point

In this sense, the Spanish Tourist

out that Spain is the top destination

Office in London has decided to base

for the British in 2015, while specific

its marketing strategies on ten prior-

tour operators such as Jet2Holidays

itized products: sun and beach plus,

have also decided to increase their

cultural, urban, culinary, circuit, ru-

investment in this country for 2016,

ral and nature, golf and MICE tour-

introducing new destinations and

ism, tourism for studying and finally

boosting their presence in the market

special interest trips.

for city breaks.

ABTA, the Association for British

Spanish destinations remain com-

Travel Agencies states that Spain is

mitted to diversification by enhanc-

one of 2015’s “big” winners, espe-

ing the value of their gastronomy

cially the Balearics and the Canary

with ‘slowdinner’, health tourism

Islands, boosted by the extra capacity

with over 1,100 spas, first-class rural

provided by tour operators and ear-

tourism, unique proposals including

ly bookings for 2016; this indicates a

thematic trains or cultural products

continuation of this trend. The asso-

such as the ‘Camino de Santiago’ and

ciation notes that Spain has “a very

their appeal for cruise hop-on and

good reputation” in this market and

hop-offs, especially thanks to the ex-

also has different tourism promotion

cellent geographical location of the

agencies that are among the most

Barcelona and Malaga ports.

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Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Seville, Valencia and Palma are the main places where these conversions are taking place

More and more protected buildings are being converted into boutique hotels in Spain Vivi Hinojosa vivi.hinojosa@hosteltur.com @vivi_hinojosa

The reduced number of hotels for sale or at least, hotels available to buy for the prices investors are willing to pay, means that more and more existing buildings, many of them protected, are being converted into hotels. This growing trend within the market is not limited to big cities either.

N

ew boutique hotels in Madrid are

the beginning of the 20th Century, and

all in the area of Gran Via which

which has just been remodelled. Not far

in turn has become the main

away, Sidorme has opened its first hotel

stage for this new trend. For instance, the

in the centre, the Sidorme Fuencarral, in

Dear Hotel, a 4 star Seca Hoteles estab-

a building built in 1830.

lishment which opened this summer, oc-

Near Gran Via is the latest Barceló pro-

cupies a building which was built in 1945;

ject, located in the Torre de Madrid, a 4

The Principal Madrid Hotel from Unico

star superior hotel will occupy the nine

Hotels which became the first 5 star hotel

first floors of the building which dates

on Madrid’s busiest street, is in a build-

back to 1957; and not far from there, VP

ing which dates back to 1917; and Iber-

Hoteles is building its flagship hotel VP

ostar Las Letras Gran Via, the chain’s

Plaza de España, a 5 star establishment

first ever hotel in the capital, occupies

which will open in 2016; and the city’s

a building built in the same year. These

Plaza Mayor will soon be home to a top

hotels join the H10 Villa de la Reina, an

quality boutique hotel run by Pestana.

emblematic building which dates back to

But this type of project is not limited to

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the centre of the capital, One Shot Hotels

in the capital of Malaga, within a histor-

will soon open a 4 star hotel in an old of-

ic building which has been used for many

fice building on Calle Fortuny street.

different things; while the Gran Hotel

In Barcelona the latest projects of this

Palacio de la Marina, by Fergus Hotels in

type have been operated by Marriott In-

Mojácar (Almería), which occupies the old

ternational, with the opening of the Ho-

Palace of the Marquis of Chávarri; and Las

tel Cotton House as part of its Autograph

Casas del Arenal, a 4 star hotel in Seville

Collection brand, in a building which

within various rennovated 18th Century

dates back to the 19th Century and which

houses, are both already open for busi-

used to house the Cotton Manufactur-

ness.

er’s Guild; the Hotel The Serras the first

In Valencia Ad Hoc Hoteles opened its

ever luxury 5 star hotel to be opened in

third establishment in the city at the end

the city’s marine façade, specifically in

of last year in a building which dates back

a building which was built in 1846 and

to the 15th Century, Ad Hoc Carmen; while

which housed Picasso’s first studio in the

Palma de Mallorca has seen the opening of

city; and Serhs Hotels, which has added

a new boutique hotel this spring, the Sant

its third hotel in the Catalan capital, the

Francesc Hotel Singular, a 5 star affiliated

Serhs Carlit, in a modernist building also

to the Majestic Hotel Group, in a building

dating back to the 19th Century.

built in the 19th Century.

“ One of the main aims of these conversions is to surprise the clientèle and guarantee them the best user experience

This phenomenon can also be seen in smaller cities. In Andalusia, Hoteles San-

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But the themed hotel idea is also gaining popularity in the urban sector. For example the Hotel Bestprice Gaud铆 in Barcelona, which is inspired by the famous architect; the Hotel Claris, also in Barcelona, In Madrid, these new hotels are all in the area of Gran Via, which has become the main scenario for this new trend.

which has converted the rooms at the old Palacio Vedruna from the 19th Century into small art galleries; and in a similar

as well as guaranteeing them the best

way, the Hotel Ateneo Sevilla, located

user experience, which in some cases

in an old palace in Seville, boasts rooms

translates as designing the establishment

and communal areas which have been

within a particular theme. The hotels

decorated with antique pieces to make it

which already existed in Port Aventu-

into what could be described as a museum

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The Spanish coast, paradise for British tourists

Spain hopes to establish itself as a beach-plus destination Diana Ramón Vilarasau diana.ramon@hosteltur.com @dianaramonv

Spain’s sun and beaches continue to be the main motivation for most British tourists visiting the country; they are attracted by the best climate in Europe and the quality of its beaches flying record numbers of blue flags. Furthermore, Spain is combining this fundamental product with well known activities from its varied and impressive complementary offer in order to become a beach-plus destination.

S

pain has 7.876 kilometres of coastline, some 2.240 km of beaches on the Mediterranean and Cantabrian

Seas and the Atlantic Ocean, as well as a privileged climate. The Spanish coastline has a very high ecological value, it is not only attractive to the eye, but is also home to significant biological diversity.

Its habitats are rich and varied; seabeds, beaches, cliffs, bays and sand dunes.

The climate is another factor which helps Spain beat the competition when it comes to beach holidays, especially in the Mediterranean and Canary Islands where the absence of strong thermal variations makes it possible for guests to enjoy the

Cala Cortina, Cartagena, Murcia, Mediterranean Sea, Spain.

coast practically all year round.

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Ses Illetes Beach, Formentera, Balearic Islands: Named one of the Top 5 Beaches in the World for the third year running; second in Europe and number one in Spain.

Relaxing on the coast

oped within Spain’s tourism offering

In fact, the autonomous communi-

and which make it possible to enjoy the

ties located along the coast and known

coast outside the summer season.

as beach destinations attracted 83.8%

Beach clubs are becoming ever more

of the international tourists who vis-

popular; often located right by the sea

ited Spain in 2014: the Canary Islands

and created by hotels they offer a com-

(17.7%), Catalonia (25.9%), Andalusia

plete leisure and culinary experience,

(13.1%), Valencian Community (9.6%)

even at night time; as well as sports ar-

and the Balearic Islands (17.5%).

eas. According to a recent study carried

The United Kingdom maintains its po-

out by the specialised platform playea.

sition as Spain’s main issuing market,

es, the best equipped sports areas are

with 15 million British tourists visiting

located in the communities of Andalu-

in 2014. Most came primarily to enjoy

sia, Catalonia and the Valencian Com-

a relaxing beach holiday on the Span-

munity. Almost 75% of the beaches with

ish coast, in some cases combined with

this type of facilities are concentrated in

some marine or beach activities, sports,

these communities. The sports facili-

golf, nature, enjoying Spain’s world

ties may include anything from a simple

renowned cuisine, shopping, leisure

volleyball net to a multisports complex

and cultural routes,all products devel-

with ping-pong tables and gym areas.

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“ Spain’s well known touristic coastal regions - the Canary Islands, Catalonia, Andalusia, Valencian Community and the Balearics - will attract over 80% of international tourists, British tourists in particular.

Playa de Granxa and Ria de Pontevedra.

High Quality Beaches

for every six Blue Flags flying across the

Apart from the climate and the natural

world, one will be located on the Span-

beauty, one of the determining factors

ish coast.

to the success of Spain’s coastline is the

As for the total number of beaches per

quality of its beaches, a factor which is

community with Blue Flags, Galicia

certified by specialised national and in-

leads the way with 131, followed by Va-

ternational organisations.

lencia with 120, Catalonia (89), Anda-

This year, Spain has been awarded 678

lusia (78), the Balearic Islands (57), Ca-

Blue Flags, 577 for beaches and 101 for

naries (41) and Murcia (36).

marinas - a new record for beaches,

Blue Flag status is a prestigious recog-

adding four to the number in 2014. This

nition awarded when certain criteria

data consolidates Spain as the world-

and established standards are met with

wide leader for this accreditation, before

regards to accessibility, water quality,

countries like France (473), Turkey (458),

environmental

Greece (404) and Italy (350), a total of

for users, as well as complying with the

49 different countries with Blue Flags

relevant laws in force.

across all five continents. If we con-

What is more, this year the Q for Qual-

sider the number of beaches flying the

ity, a certificate issued by the ICTE (the

Blue Flag, Spain surpasses Turkey (436),

Spanish Institute for Quality Tourism)

Greece (395), France (379) and Portugal

which guarantees the quality of the fa-

(299). And if we look at the number of

cilities, services and tourism products at

marinas flying the Blue Flag, Spain (101)

Spanish coastal destinations, has been

holds third place, following behind The

awarded to 230 beaches and 20 marine

Netherlands (112) and Germany (106).

facilities, 37 more than a year ago. The

This means that one in five of all Span-

beaches and facilities in question are lo-

ish beaches fly the Blue Flag and that

cated across 11 communities and cities.

information

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Travellers’ Choice Awards™ 2015

TripAdvisor’s user rating For the third year running the Ses Illetes beach in Formentera has featured in the top five beaches in the world. This time it took fifth place, behind Baia do Sancho, in Fernando de Noronha, Brazil; Grace Bay, in the Caribbean (in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands); la Isola dei Conigli, in Lampedusa, Italy; and Playa Paraíso, in Cayo Largo, Cuba.

Ses Illetes is the only Spanish beach in the top 25 beaches in the world. However, it is ranked as Spain’s number one beach and the second best beach in Europe, behind the Isola dei Conigli beach, in Lampedusa, Italy. Also in the list of Europe’s best beaches are the Bolonia beach in Tarifa, at number 10; the las Catedrales beach in Ribadeo, Lugo, Galicia at number 15; La Concha in San Sebastian at number 17; and Cala Comte in Ibiza at number 23.

As for the 10 best beaches in Spain: 1. Playa de Ses Illetes, Formentera, Balearic Islands.

2. Playa Bolonia, Tarifa, Cádiz, Andalusia.

3. Playa de las Catedrales, Ribadeo, Lugo, Galicia.

4. Playa de La Concha, San Sebastián, Guipúzcoa, Basque Country.

5. Cala Compte, Ibiza, Balearic Islands.

6. Playa La Barrosa, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cadiz, Andalusia.

7. Playa de Muro, Mallorca, Balearic Islands.

8. Playa de Las Canteras, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands.

9. Playa de Cofete, Morro del Jable, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands.

10. Playa de Papagayo, Lanzarote, Canary Islands.

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Playa Papagayo, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, one of the best beaches in Spain.

In this case, the leading destinations are

highest number of certified beaches, fol-

Andalusia (85) which consolidates itself

lowed by the Valencian Community (47)

as the autonomous community with the

and Murcia ( 37).

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Relying on their natural and cultural diversity and the continuous renewal of their hotels

The Balearic Islands enhance their appeal for the British market by promoting quality and sustainability Ángeles Vargas @angelesvargaspe angeles.vargas@hosteltur.com

The extraordinary cultural and natural heritage of the Balearic Islands is the cornerstone for their tourism offering together with their wonderful beaches, great facilities for practising any kind of aquatic or land sport and an always renewed accommodation offering, never forgetting the weather and guaranteed safety.

T

he British market continues to be

dency and Regional Ministry for Inno-

the second most important mar-

vation, Research and Tourism.

ket in the Balearic Islands, repre-

With respect to 2015, the figures record-

senting 26% of the total number of tour-

ed so far until August, show that this

ist arrivals, having reached 3.3 million

issuing market continues to increase

UK visitors in the latest full financial

its preference for this destination. The

year, 2014, assuming a 1.32% increase,

Balearics welcomed 10.5 million tourists

according to the annual report issued by

in total, 8.7 million of these were foreign

the Balearic Government’s Vice-presi-

and 2.6 million were British. This means

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that the number of UK arrivals has increased by 100,000 people because until August of the previous year the islands had only recorded a total 2.5 million.

The development of this market has been very positive and has constantly grown in the last seven years, indicating therefore that the appeal of these islands for the UK population is not only sound but each year manages to convince more and more people.

In fact, according to data provided y ABTA, the Association of British agencies, Spain and the Balearic Islands in particular are clearly the winning destinations for 2015, a trend that is expected to continue in 2016 promoted by the extra capacity of tour operators. The

The Balearics has an incomparable natural heritage, the most protected in all of Spain.

association specifically pointed out the popularity of the Balearics in the Brit-

year: summer and Easter holidays.

ish market during the high points of the

One of the Balearics’ most significant

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“ Jet2Holidays and NT Incoming want to show British tourists the attractions offered by the Balearic Islands out of the high season. They will do this by extending their programme in 2016 and therefore offer services from February to November

Talayotic Menorca aspires to be acknowledged as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

values is their natural heritage. Accord-

sion and resource community manage-

ing to a recent report issued by Green-

ment and control strategies.

peace, this community has the high-

The exceptional universal value lies on

est percentage of protected land in the

the construction technique used when

range of 500 meters, 58% in Spain. 8%

building these monuments; their au-

of the total area has been declared a

thenticity, exclusivity, originality and

Natural Park, and in the municipality

uniqueness; the chronological frame in

of Mahon, in Menorca, this percentage

which it is developed; and the fact of be-

reaches 60%.

ing the only witness of a past Mediterra-

Menorca is determined to disseminate

nean prehistoric society.

the great value of its historical foot-

‘Talayotic Menorca’ owes its name to

print. The island has inherited a lega-

one of its most significant monuments

cy that dates back 4,000 million years,

on the island of Menorca, the Talay-

meaning that its history and land are

ot, and it refers to a prehistoric period

unique worldwide; Talayotic Menorca.

on the islands that covers from 2500 to

This legacy has left Talayotic Menor-

2100 B.C, until the Roman conquest in

ca with1,500 monuments still stand-

123 B.C

ing. Fundació Foment de Turisme de

Meanwhile the Island Government of

Menorca pointed out that the Spanish

Mallorca hopes to recover its space in

State will present Talayotic Menorca,

international fairs and promote the

as a heritage site, to the World Heritage

Mallorca brand, therefore recovering

Committee and apply for it to be includ-

the Fundació Mallorca Turisme and the

ed in UNESCO’s List of World Heritage

Mallorca Film Commission, with the

Sites and therefore, in 2016 be consid-

intention of converting the island into

ered a World Heritage Site.

a film set. Pollença’s new website will

The Talayotic monuments are the legacy

be presented at the WTM; it promotes a

and the work of a past prehistoric socie-

diversified offering, focused on sustain-

ty present on the island for 2,000 years,

able tourism and Walking on Words, a

characterised by a strong social cohe-

cultural project that promotes seven lit-

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Ferrer Hotels: a benchmark for sports tourism in Mallorca Powerman arrives in Spain on 27-28 February 2016, sponsored by Ferrer Hotels share a lot of sportsmanship with initiatives such as MondayRunday collective training.

The Ferrer Concord Hotel & Spa and Ferrer Janeiro Spa are located in one of the most peaceful and beau-

F

resh & Friendly is much more

tiful areas in Can Picafort - near

than just a slogan for Ferrer

to Son Real and Son Bauló beach

Hotels, it is the spirit that

- and the Ferrer Maristany Apart-

has made this hotel chain one of

ment-hotel and Tamarindos Ferrer

the best destinations for sports en-

Apartments are located in Puerto

thusiast in the Mediterranean and

de Alcudia. Investments in im-

Europe and one of the best valued

provements continue; a meticulous

options for visitors looking to enjoy

management of the environment

Mallorca’s sun and nature in mod-

and the pursuit of offering clients

ern facilities by the sea and in the

an excellent service have been re-

northern part of the island, while

joy - from February to the end of

warded with the extremely high

being attended by the best possible

November - the different advan-

satisfaction ratings of its guests

professionals: the Ferrer Team.

tages from training with interna-

on the most prestigious websites

An example of Ferrer Hotels’ pas-

tional trainers, the beautiful trails

and with the achievement of the

sion and commitment for sport is

at the Son Real natural reserve and

ISO9001 and 14001 quality certifi-

the fact that this company is spon-

the

cates and the Travelife Gold award.

soring the organisation of the Pow-

well as the heated semi-Olympic

erman duathlon (Run/Bike/Run) on

swimming pool at the Ferrer Janei-

27 and 28 February 2016, in Spain,

ro hotel & spa and specific services

specifically in Can Picafort (Mallor-

provided for cycle tourists, such as

ca). It is a rendezvous with one of

a bicycle garage or the gym and vi-

the most renowned and demand-

tal spa. All of this is complemented

ing sports tests in the world, in a

with a balanced diet for athletes.

unique enclave for athletes and

Sport is present in all of the compa-

their family and friends.

ny’s activities: charity initiatives,

In fact, in recent years, Ferrer Ho-

its own triathlon and athletics club,

FERRER HOTELS:

tels has become a benchmark for

an athletics school and the organi-

Sports tourism in Europe: cyclists,

sation of competitions. Guests and

triathletes, hikers and runners en-

the Ferrer Team’s professionals

www.ferrerhotels.com reservas@ferrerhotels.com (+34) 971 100 015 powermanspain.com

Tramuntana

mountains,

as

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“ Magaluf continues to make progress in its aim to recover its position as a tourist destination for families and couples thanks to the renewal of its services and millioneuro private investments in its hotels

erary tours in Mallorca.

on the island and it is also due to the

Mallorca will also be the star of 2016 by

fact that this island is where many of

hosting the International Golf Trav-

the country’s major tourism companies

el Market (IFTM), between November

have decided to set-up their headquar-

14th and 17th. The Balearics is one of

ters.

the most important golf destinations

According to the London based news-

in the world and last year welcomed al-

paper The Times, in 2015, the capital,

most 200,000 golf tourists. Thank to its

Palma de Mallorca is the planet’s best

varied offer, 25 clubs, and their proxim-

city to live in. The newspaper places

ity, this makes it possible for tourists to

the Mallorcan city at number one of

enjoy a highly diverse and challenging

its list of the planet’s fifty cities with

game.

the best quality of life. The newspaper

On the other hand, Mallorca will also be

states that the determining factors for

the global headquarters of a new tour-

this choice are its climate, accessibili-

ism innovation and technology centre,

ty, culinary culture and excellent infra-

born from private initiatives and pro-

structures. Palma has also been chosen

moted by Agora Next; it includes stra-

as a model city for smart destinations

tegic partners such as Telefónica Dig-

by the State Society for the Manage-

ital and Samsung and is supported by

ment of Tourist Technologies and In-

investment funds and companies such

novation (Segittur), acting as leader

as IT Holding Capital, Family Office

to other cities that “offer to both tour-

and businessmen and women from the

ists and residents, a city committed

online and offline world. The choice of

with its environment and that thanks

Mallorca to host this initiative is a re-

to new technologies facilitates the in-

flection of the importance of tourism

teraction with institutional, urban and

The beauty of its beaches and its weather continue to be these islands’ main attractions.

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THB Hotels, tourism for every taste

I

f there is something the Mallor-

flagship hotels. It was one of the

can hotel chain THB Hotels can

first hotels to open in Ca’n Picafort

boast about it’s offering tourism

and it offers an ‘Adults Only’ expe-

for all tastes and budgets. 17 ho-

rience just metres away from the

tels, spread across different parts of

beach.

Spain (Mallorca, Ibiza, Costa del Sol,

In another unrivalled location, Cala

Lanzarote), which offer a million

Rajada, in Mallorca, the THB Guya

and one options when it comes to

Playa boasts all the facilities neces-

choosing a holiday.

sary for a great seaside holiday.

Hotels for a break with the family,

If you are planning a trip with the

with children, for a romantic geta-

family, the THB Sa Coma Platja is

the THB Los Molinos, in Ibiza, or the

way, adults only, business trips, all

your best option - the kids will love

THB Torrequebrada, in Costa del Sol

inclusive, for sportsmen etc. A wide

its wide range of children’s enter-

offer a wide range of function rooms

range of hotel establishments of dif-

tainment and activities.

and specialised services, as well as

ferent categories which all have one

And if you are into sports, the THB El

ideal opportunities for relaxation.

thing in common: service tailored to

Cid Hotel in Playa de Palma also has

In short, THB Hotels has a lot to of-

every client and privileged locations

specific facilities and services aimed

fer and all its options feature not

right in front of the sea.

at sports and adventure enthusiasts.

only a wide variety but also the best

There are many examples, but the

If you are looking for the perfect

quality, from its gastronomy to its

THB Gran Playa is one of this chain’s

venue for a corporate event, either

customer service. Don’t miss out!

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“ Safety is one of the Balearics strong points, enhanced by the presence of British Bobbies and the implementation of a virtual assistant at Palma Airport

technological elements, making life a

Roya Cristina; Riu Hotels & Resorts an-

lot easier”.

other 15 million in Riu Bravo; other hotels that have been refurbished are Grupotel

Freshness of its hotels

Acapulco and whala!ambosmundos up-

Hotels in the Balearics are permanently

graded its star category and was awarded

committed to the renewal and improve-

four-stars, becoming the new HM Bal-

ment of quality. In recent years, the

anguera Beach; the El Greco Manconfort

hotel investment in refurbishments in

hotel was also upgraded to a four-star

Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Forment-

and the Ibiza Gran Hotel became a five-

era has exceeded 500 million Euros. In

star Grand Luxe hotel.

2014 alone, 161 hotels were upgraded to

Also, new products that will increase the

higher categories, especially four-stars

quality of the offering are the Iberostar

and four-star superior and 27 apart-

Grand Hotel Portals Nous, a new five-

ments were also upgraded.

star hotel that will open in 2016 and

Among the specific facilities that invest-

Meliá Hotels International that will

ed in improving, it is important to men-

continue to promote their Calvià Beach

tion that in 2015, Hi! Hotels, hotel chain

project and the recent introduction of

belonging to Thomas Cook, opened nine

their adults only brand Sol Beach House

newly refurbished hotels in Mallorca and

in Ibiza and Menorca together with the

Meorca; Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has

opening of the Gran Palladium White Is-

invested 15 million Euros in the Iberostar

land Resort & Spa.

www.valentinhotels.com

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Set to open in the spring of 2016

Park Hyatt Mallorca, another world at Mediterranean Sea ultimate Mediterranean experience, both from a traditional and contemporary aspect. For guests who love the outdoors, the hotel is a great place to base themselves from to enjoy alpine walking, horseback riding, as well as on and off road cycling. On the warm waters, guests can try can try their hand at sea fishing and a range of active water sports, such as sailing, kayaking and paddle boarding, for those looking to prefect their golf swing, the area boasts

P

four superb golf courses including a full

ark Hyatt Mallorca, the first Park

dings and events, Park Hyatt Mallor-

18-hole course adjacent to the resort.

Hyatt Resort in Europe will offer

ca’s Residence is home to a selection of

Park Hyatt Mallorca’s general manag-

142 luxurious guests rooms and

elegant meeting rooms that open onto

er, John Beveridge says that, with over

16 exquisitely designed suites from

a traditional Mallorquin courtyard and

230 days of sun and warm temperatures

spring 2016. Whilst there, guests will

styled with fine furniture and artistic

from April to November, the hotel “is a

be able to enjoy a stylish and social din-

flair that make each room beautiful,

great short-haul family destination, as

ing experience centred around a pretty

yet functional. A stunning 225sqm

well as being an ideal base for couples

cuisines to cater to all tastes –with the

ballroom offers an extensive terrace

and multi-generational guests” and

Balearic Restaurant, a Asian restau-

and access to a landscaped garden with

“is a truly exciting new development

rant, The Bistro and The Tapas Bar- ,

gazebo overlooking the valley.

for 2016, situated in an undiscovered

with produce being sourced locally,

The hotel’s location in Cap Vermell sets

part of the island which the Park Hyatt

from sustainably caught fish to free

itself aside from the hustle and bustle

Brand believes is set to become a new

range poultry, local farm-grown veg-

of the busy West coast tourist towns,

luxury destination”.

etables, fruit and olives and seasonally

and is geared towards hosting guests

procured cheese and olive oil, cooked

with a desire to feel more connected to

by a team of expert chefs with a passion

the authenticity of the island. Guests

for cooking.

can expect to fully immerse them-

A superb choice for meetings, wed-

selves in another world, enjoying the

village square, Plaza de la Torre.

Gastronomy is of huge importance to the Park Hyatt brand, which is why the Masters of Food and Wine programme was first launched, a series of sophisticated culinary and beverage experiences hosted at all Park Hyatt locations. Through engaging and interactive events, area residents and visiting gourmands can engage with the brand’s award-winning chefs, sommeliers, and specialists. With this in mind, Park Hyatt Mallorca’s F&B offering consists of a range of authentic

Tel: +34 871 81 1234 Fax: +34 871 81 1235 www.mallorca.park.hyatt.com

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Mar Hotels offers the best family holidays in the Mediterranean Everything for families

The Mar Hotels hotel chain stands-out as one of the best for family holiday tourism in the Mediterranean.

T

he Mar Hotels hotel chain

jor European tour operators as well

runs seven hotels, all four-

as awards and prizes from some of

star, in the Balearic archi-

the most important sales and travel

pelago, six in Mallorca and one in

opinion websites.

Menorca. They are specialised in sun and sand family tourism, although they are also open in the low-season

Mar Hotels’ resorts have attractive facilities for their youngest guests, such as their Splash! areas with slides and Happy Burgers; a varied culinary offering with show cooking restaurants, themed evenings and à la carte restaurants; spacious and comfortable rooms with a contemporary and modern design; entertainment for all the family and professional shows in the evenings; welcoming spas with massages and beauty treatments and the commitment of quickly and sensibly responding to the needs of their clients.

and welcome travellers looking to enjoy golf, cycling tourism or simply

so all the family will enjoy an unfor-

a few relaxing days at one of their

gettable holiday.

spas.

During 2015, the hotel chain con-

This company’s hotels are locat-

tinues with its firm commitment to

ed in some of the most emblemat-

invest in improving its hotels and

ic enclaves of Balearic tourism; in

diversifying its tourism business,

Mallorca, it has hotels in Puerto de

Thus, at present, Mar Hotels has

opening-up to other holiday seg-

Pollença, Bahía de Alcudia and Playa

positioned its hotels among the

ments. The latter has resulted in

de Muro, all in the north of the is-

most recommended for families in

the refurbishment of the Oro Playa

land; while in the south it has hotels

the Mediterranean, accomplishing

Apartments, until now a 2 key com-

in Cala d’Or and Palmanova. And in

its most important milestone in

plex but that will be turned into the

Menorca, its hotel is located in Ca-

2014 when four of its hotels - this

Mar Senses Puerto de Pollença; it will

la’n Bosch.

is more than half – were ranked

be a four-star hotel focused on the

In recent years, this brand, a great

among the ‘top five’ of the “Best

‘adults only’ segment and will have

connoisseur of the holiday hotel

Hotels for families in Spain” on the

a spa, gym, show cooking restaurant

industry, has focused on improv-

famous TripAdvisor website, almost

and many more novelties. Mar Ho-

ing the facilities of all of its resorts,

monopolising this ranking list. This

tels is improving and evolving.

adding new infrastructures for chil-

is the best way in which Mar Hotels

dren and for adults, therefore seek-

can demonstrate its commitment in

ing to offer its clients an excellent

offering an excellent service and a

service. And, as a result, Mar Hotels

quality that, in fact, surpasses all of

has received recognition from ma-

its clients’ initial expectations, and

Tel: 971 436655 www.marhotels.com

Oh yes! We’re Splash!

Family

Entertainment

Splash! Area Kids Clubs

Spa

Beachfront

Gastronomy

www.marhotels.com Cala d’Or - Puerto de Pollença - Puerto de Alcudia - Palmanova - Playa de Muro - Ciutadella

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FERGUS Hotels committed on high quality tourism with the renewal of the FERGUS Style Palmanova novative spaces conceived to give guests that plus that FERGUS Style line provides. Exquisite design, attention to details, larger and lighter areas of relax, varied gastronomy with local products, stylish bars and stunning terraces overlooking the Mediterranean.

A necessary change This is a commitment that certainly requires effort and investment but that the chain considers “essential” to give Mallorca that attractive needed to compete with other Mediterranean SwimUp Rooms will grant direct access to one of the hotel existing pools.

destinations. Thus, FERGUS Hotels continues with the challenge of repo-

he chain will invest a total of 5

T

who go to Mallorca seeking new expe-

sitioning all its hotels portfolio in the

million euros to reconvert the

riences, moments of relax and pleas-

southwest coast of the island, an area

actual FERGUS Bahia Palma-

ant destination.

in which currently manages 5 estab-

nova into an “Only Adults” design

Located in front of the beach of Es

lishments, all with the hallmark of

hotel with top-end 4 star services.

Carregador and distributed in two

quality, reliability and design, devel-

Attract higher quality tourism, pro-

buildings, the new FERGUS Style

oped for the chain.

vide guests a superb accommodation

Palmanova represents the emblem

with new experiences adapted to the

of what the hotel chain wants their

About FERGUS Hotels

needs of a XXI century traveller and

hotels you to be on the coast of Cal-

FERGUS Hotels is a hotel chain with

revitalize the environment, turn-

via: smart design spaces inspired in

presence in destinations as Costa de

ing the coast of Calvià, in particular

the Mediterranean, with exclusive and

Barcelona, Ibiza, Almeria, la Costa Bra-

Palmanova, into a world reference of

fully-personalised dedicated services.

va and Mallorca. At those, they have

vacation that goes beyond sun and

The more important reform actions

started an expansion process with the

beach. This is the route that FERGUS

will be focused on one of the resort’s

incorporation of new hotels at their

Hotels chain is designing for their

building that will be expanded from 69

portfolio, to the sum of 19, and they are

establishments in Majorca and this

rooms to 93, among which there will

in the process of reconverting some of

winter will implement it in one of

be modern suites and a new and orig-

the most outstanding ones, as is the

their most iconic hotels, the FERGUS

inal typology of rooms: The SwimUp

case of FERGUS Style Palmanova.

Bahia Palmanova, that from from

Rooms, that offer the peculiarity to

now on will be renamed FERGUS

provide its guests a direct access to

Style Palmanova.

one of the three hotel pools. Its design

This change of naming accompanies

will follow the overall style of the ho-

an investment of 5 million euros and

tel, that draws on the Mediterranean

a full reconversion of the resort facil-

colours and aims to offer a cozy, warm

ities, so far designed for family tour-

and relaxing seaside atmosphere.

ism, which will become an adults-on-

The common areas also will be tar-

ly hotel geared for all those travelers

get of notable changes, creating in-

www.fergushotels.com

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Grupotel Hotels & Resorts: the guarantee of a charming holiday 36 hotels in the Balearic Islands and Barcelona to enjoy a privileged stay

A smile at any time, a wide choice of local cuisine, a magical sunset in Mallorca, the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Barcelona, the Mediterranean style, crystal clear waters of Menorca or the entertainment of Ibiza. It is just a small sample of what Grupotel Hotels & Resorts can offer you.

T

he hotel chain, founded in Mallorca almost five decades ago

by

the

Ramis-Fornés

Family, continues to work to make guests’ dreams come true in each of their 36 hotels of three, four and five stars, located in the best places of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Barcelona.

Grupotel Hotels & Resorts remains loyal to its traditional values, offering an authentic Balearic product,

Sensimar Ibiza Beach Resort: the essence of the island in an unbeatable location.

“ Grupotel Hotels & Resorts promise to deliver a warm and friendly efficient service to all who chose to enjoy their holidays with them

protecting nature and the environment, and not remaining faithful

lona. If it a business venue you are looking for, Grupotel can also offer modern meeting facilities through their brand, Grupotel Meetings & Incentives, which can cater for up to 100 people.

Grupotel Natur is the company’s commitment to showing its visitors the best of Mallorca through a varied programme of excursions including Hiking, Kayaking, Coastering and Nordic Walking, amongst other options. If it is relaxation you

Menorca, 4 in Ibiza and 2 in Barcelo-

are looking for, they also offer great

to the family origin and warm wel-

na, offering a diverse range of hol-

wellness facilities with Grupotel Spa

come that you will feel in any of the

iday options tailored to any needs.

& Wellness: a world of peace and

Grupotel Hotels.

The chain has hotels for families, or

comfort to pamper your body in the

From its origins in the 1960’s, the

adults only who want to enjoy their

heated pools, saunas, steam baths,

company has based itself on three

holidays near the beach in modern

ice fountains... or with beauty and

core values: friendliness, service and

facilities and providing excellent

healthy treatments.

efficiency, that over these 50 years

quality. Another option they offer,

For guests who enjoy more active

have prevailed.

Grupotel also cater for those seek-

holidays, Grupotel Hotels & Re-

Currently Grupotel Hotels & Re-

ing a city break, with hotels in the

sorts work with the best specialised

sorts have 23 hotels in Mallorca, 7 in

beautiful cities of Palma and Barce-

cyclist centres (with Max Hürzeler

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lio, for Summer 2016 will be The Sea Hotel by Grupotel. Located on the sandy beach of Can Picafort (Mallorca), this adult only hotel’s design takes its influences from the sea, the waves and coral and marine elements. Staying at this four star property offers a unique sensory experience inspired by the Mediterranean Sea.

In The Sea Hotel, inspired by the elements of the Mediterranean sea. (cycling world champion) and Fred

websites. The commitment to the

Rompelberg (cycling speed world

environment has also been award-

record holder)). Also Golf lovers

ed for the responsible and sustain-

can enjoy special rates to play golf

able tourism, such as the Travelife

near the hotels, and there are also

Gold Award and the achievement of

other options like tennis or foot-

ISO14001 certificate. Furthermore,

ball available.

Grupotel has been awarded with the

Another important focus of Grupo-

Thomson Gold Medal in a number

tel Hotels & Resorts for 2016 will

of its establishments. This inter-

be the families. Grupotel Mallorca

national award is based on direct

Mar and Grupotel Mar de Menorca

customer feedback. Only the high-

will be under the umbrella of the

est rated hotels receive this prize,

concept Family Life, developed by

showing that the guests have thor-

our partner TUI. With completely

oughly enjoyed their stay.

renovated apartments and studi-

Grupotel Gran Vista & Spa, an oasis of relax and wellness.

os, contemporary design and spaTop quality facilities of Grupotel Mar de Menorca.

Modernization and new products

cious communal areas, the hotels

The hotel company has the aim of

desires and needs of all the family

Following customer feedback, the

continuous

members.

hotel chain has enhanced the range

hotels and services to provide even

One of the most emblematic ho-

of adults only hotels on offer with

better hotel and vacation experi-

tels of the chain is Grupotel Mo-

five options – three in Mallorca

ences for their guests, year after

lins, a well-loved and popular es-

and two in Ibiza. These include the

year. For this reason, Sensimar Ibi-

tablishment. British visitors will

Grupotel Playa Camp de Mar, Sen-

za Beach Resort operated by Grupo-

have the opportunity to enjoy the

simar Ibiza Beach Resort and the

tel joined the portfolio in May 2015.

magnificient views of Cala San Vi-

Grupotel Santa Eulària & Spa, which

This renovated four-star adult only

cente with breathtaking views of

have all proved to be popular among

hotel is located on the frontline of

the

the British customers.

the s’Arenal Petit beach in Porti-

elegant rooms.

Moreover, the team of Grupotel

natx. With its modern design; sea-

Hotels & Resorts is proud to have

front location; Mediterranean pines

achieved during 2015 several awards

and the charm of the place, together

for its excellent service and high

with the wide range of rooms rang-

levels of customer satisfaction. It

ing from double rooms to suites with

is important to underline TripAdvi-

whirlpool on the terrace making the

sor and HolidayCheck awards based

holidays there a unique experience.

on customer feedback on trusted

The latest addition to our portfo-

improvement

will cater their services to suit the in

the

Mediterranean Sea

from its

Visit the website for more information on Grupotel Hotels & Resorts, the philosophy, unique values and possibilities: www.grupotel.com

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Outdoor sports and nature

THE GIFT OF MENORCA Biosphere Reserve since 1993, Menorca pampers its landscapes and natural wealth

Blue turquoise sea, green meadows, soft and porous tanned limestone and white sandy beaches across the southern coast, define the landscape of Menorca, an ideal destination to combine outdoor sports while contemplating Mediterranean nature and scenery.

M

enorca is a small island, barley 700 square kilometres with 200 lineal kilometres of coastline

that however presents a great natural, historical and cultural wealth. This diverse landscape and its good weather make Menorca the perfect place to enjoy sports and activities in contact with nature.

Compressport Trail Menorca Camí de Cavalls (20, 21 and 22 May 2016) The Compressport Trail Menorca Camí de Cavalls CdC (185 km) is a race around the island following the GR-223 trail, starting The beaches in the south as well as in the north of the island of Menorca are an essential part of the scenery that can be seen when following the trail and bicycle routes.

and ending in Ciutadella. Four complementary events will be held in parallel to the Trail Menorca Camí de Cavalls CdC

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“

The ancient trail that borders the island is ideal for exploring on foot, by bicycle or on horseback. and these will help you to enjoy the island

and a 421 meter gradient.

in a different way: TMCN Trial Menorca

DUALTRAIL: Duathlon in stages with the

Costa Nord (100 km), TMCS Trail Menor-

same spirit as the Camí de Cavalls 360º

ca Costa Sud (85 km), TCS Trekking Costa

but that combines two stages on foot and

Sud (55 km) and TCN Trekking Costa Nord

one MTB stage. Two possible trails: Dual-

(32km). Minimum age: 18. Long-distance

trail Epic and Dualtrail Experience.

race; it is necessary to be in good physical

Built-up and tarmac areas are avoided

shape and a prior medical examination is

with the intention of offering an unprec-

recommended. It is very important that

edented and exciting route along the Camí

no waste be left behind and the environ-

de Cavalls coastal trail.

The Camí de Cavalls, an ancient trail along the coast that boarders all of the island, is the king of all sports experiences combined with nature in Menorca; it can be done on foot, horseback or by bike

ment be respected. The race is divided into different categories: absolute, sub23, veterans 40 and veterans 50 and men and women can take part in all of them.

Camí de Cavalls Epic 360º (In September) Camí de Cavalls Epic 360º is a race in stages around the island, it involves teams of two people and promotes the sum of forc-

MTB Volta a Menorca (tour of Menorca) in October

es and the sharing of experiences; there are three different formats to choose from and overnight accommodation is offered at the end of each stage. A 157 kilometre itinerary.

There are three different ways in which to do this race: EPIC 360º: The epic Camí de Cavalls 360º adventure is in three stages on foot, with an average 52.3 kilometres and a 759 meter gradient.

EXPERIENCE 360º: The Camí de Cavalls 360º experience with three selected stages on foot has an average 30 kilometres

Especially for cycling enthusiasts, it is not a competitive event and it is authorised by the FCIB. Every year registration is limited to therefore guarantee the quality of the event and to make sure the areas passed through are not damaged, mostly across main roads and rural roads open to the traffic that go from one side of the island to the other, passing by natural landscapes that are all protected by their biodiversity.

As in all sports events organised on the island, respect for the environment and for peers is an essential part of the event. The regulation states that it is forbidden to leave waste behind, scare animals, shout unnecessarily or damage trees and plants and it also states that it is necessary to respect farms, flocks, forests and the diversity of the island’s agricultural and farming worlds.

Prior registration is required and all cycling enthusiasts over the age of fifteen, or who will be fifteen during 2015, are invited to take part.

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Ibiza: a very well-known holiday destination, with many more hidden gems still to be discovered unique and very interesting history, though unknown to many of today’s visitors. It was due to this richness that in 1999 the following sites were awarded the title of Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO: the Phoenician settlement of Sa Caleta, the meadows of Posidonia Oceanica, and the fortifications of Ibiza City, a city which also houses one of the richest museums in the world for remains from the Phoenician era.

The island boasts a transparent, turquoise sea, which is perfect for swimming even in the low season

I

biza, a Mediterranean paradise

and ideal for water sports practically

for many, is a holiday destination

throughout the year (sailing, sur-

that is known throughout the

fing, kayaking and paddle boarding),

world for being a fashion front-run-

and contrasts against the beauty of

ner, trend-setter and pioneer in all

the landscapes in inland Ibiza where

things quirky.

the essence of tradition continues to

An icon for those trying to make it in

be preserved with a mix of moderni-

the music industry and a global re-

ty. Inland Ibiza offers both accom-

ference for night clubs; but Ibiza is

amenities, such as in the food and

modation and facilities in villages

so much more.

beverage sector. This sector is be-

such as Santa Gertrudis, Sant Rafael,

Who knew that the first visitors ar-

coming more and more astounding

San Joan, Es Cubells, among others.

riving on this little island, which

every day due to the varied selection

Fashion and business, are yet an-

covers just 572 km2, at the begin-

of restaurants on offer, which include

other attraction. Our Adlib fashion

ning of the 50s, or perhaps even be-

world renowned figures such as Paco

concept has won over many de-

fore, would fall in love with its beau-

Roncero or Ferran Adrià, who set

signers and top models have worn

tiful beaches, traditions, customs

trends in the culinary world without

the brand’s clothes in a number of

and gastronomy, and that today,

straying too far from the tradition-

catwalks. Famous fashion labels are

decades later, this island would con-

al flavours of Ibizan cuisine which is

brought together as part of this va-

tinue to win over the hearts of tou-

characterised by the richness of its

ried offering presented on the is-

rists visiting throughout the year.

Mediterranean diet. Today, domesti-

land, not to mention the designs of

Both the public and private sectors

cally produced Ibizan oil is booming

many artisan jewellery-makers and

make multiple efforts to ensure that

as are the local wines, which both

leatherworkers, among others.

Ibiza continues to be a quality tourist

merit international recognition.

destination.

Of course, we cannot forget to men-

The tourist accommodation esta-

tion the sea connected to this island,

blishments are making significant

which in approximately 1600 B.C.

INFORMATION

efforts to modernise and improve

brought the island’s first inhabi-

their quality. The same efforts are

tants, the Phoenicians, who along

being made with additional tourist

with other civilisations, created a

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Seven islands with many factors in common, but also with many unique characteristics

The Canary Islands, an archipelago which is home to a variety of tourism destinations Beaches and nature make for the perfect combination when it comes to the best holiday in the Canaries. All the islands enjoy pleasant temperatures all year round and they all boast a splendid coastline, but each island has its own particular characteristics. This destination is striving to diversify its products and its destinations as a whole.

T

he United Kingdom is the leading issuing market for tourists to the Canary Is-

lands, accounting for four million visitors in 2014 which produced 4 billion Euros in business volume.

With the aim of maintaining and increasing this position, the archipelago will present its tourism offering at the WTM again this year.

They will have a large stand which will allow them to present their news and to hold meetings with British companies as explained by the promotional association Promotur Turismo de Canarias.

The archipelago has two exceptional strengths: its climate and its beaches, but its leisure offering is much more wide-ranging. It has worked hard to diversify what it has to offer and this has become a constant for tourism authorities. In addition,

Lanzarote has joined the Unesco’s Global Geoparks Network thanks to its significant geological diversity.

in order to offer unique and unforgettable experiences, the islands are

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Tenerife, a haven for lovers of sports Tenerife is the best option when it comes to combining sport and nature. Its climate, natural areas and top quality infrastructures make the island a real paradise for lovers of sports, professional teams and amateurs of all different kinds of disciplines. In order to consolidate this destination as an outdoor gym, open 365 days a year, Tenerife’s Tourism promotion organisation has created the “Tenerife No Limits” brand, which includes a wide range of land, air and nautical sports, with options for the more experienced sports lovers and options for those who prefer more relaxed activities.

The diversity and contrast of its landscapes are features that best identify the island. In just half an hour you can go from training in places at sea level to do so in places 2,000 meters above sea level, in the Teide National Park, where the lovers of great challenges will be able to put their physical strength to the test and where those who choose calmer alternatives will be able to do their favourite exercise in a unique setting.

Additionally, there are also specialised companies on the island that offers all kinds of services related with sports and

Tenerife offers 1,500 kilometres of trails that pass through 43 protected natural sites.

other types of physical activities. This offer is completed with facilities that are equipped with the latest technology and great teams of professionals to guide enthusiasts in their workouts. A full calendar of sports events has been designed and it is adaptable to all preferences and includes worldrenowned championships such as the Tenerife Bluetrail, the Tenerife Walking Festival or the PWA World Windsurf Cup, among others.

increasingly using digital media as a way to segment its proposals and reach each type of audience more effectively.

It has developed technological platforms with specific content, such as nature, sports, LGTB and even for honeymoons and romantic breaks.

One of its latest launches is aimed at families. Within the generic platform

www.holaislascanarias.com,

it has created ‘the great adventure together’ with the aim of inspiring parents when they are planning their holidays with their children.

The website will launch in English in time for the WTM so that it can

Turismo de Canarias has launched a website aimed at families to help them plan their holidays.

also be used by the British market. It offers an option for children; www.

considered one of the cleanest and

some of the most prestigious scien-

theadventurestarts.com where they

clearest in the world, making it one

tists in the world.

can use different tools to familiarise

of the best places for stargazing.

themselves with the destination in

The Starmus Festival will be held

Natural Resources

a fun and interactive way, through

for the third time in Tenerife and La

This group of islands boasts splen-

games and characters; and another

Palma from the 27th of June to the

did and original natural spaces which

for parents, www.thegreatadven-

2nd of July next year, and this time

have earned them numerous awards.

turetogether.com.

it will pay tribute to the British sci-

One of the latest is the distinction

entist Stephen Hawking. The event

granted to Lanzarote as a member of

The clearest skies

is attended by Nobel prize winners,

the Unesco’s Global Geoparks Net-

In fact the sky in the Canaries is

astronomers,

work which will ‘’strengthen the is-

astrophysicists

and

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land’s position as a geotourism destination’’, as indicated by Pedro San Gines, the president of Lanzarote’s local government. These are territories which are rich in geological diversity and which promote sustainable development in their respective regions.

The

Chinijo

Archipelago

has also joined the network; formed by the small islands of La Graciosa, Montaña Clara, Roque del Este, Roque del Oeste and Alegranza and the

icant part of the market due to their

“

volume. Taking the latest data analysed by Istac, the Canarian statistics

Four million British tourists visited the islands in 2014 and they generated a business volume of four billion Euros

institute, into account, 927.199 British tourists visited the archipelago during the second term of this year, almost 12,000 less than during the same period in 2014, but they spent more money.

Their average daily

expenditure was recorded at 129.96 Euros, whereas the year before it was 117.62 Euros. Their average stay

wave-cut platform surrounding it.

was 8.37 days. Many of them, 32.7%

The network currently includes 120

of the total, chose 4 star establish-

geoparks in 33 different countries.

tered every year and its great facil-

ments, 12.9% chose lower category

The wealth of its natural resourc-

ities. In fact, Tenerife hosted the

accommodation and 8.3% preferred

es and its great weather make the

International Golf Travel Market

to stay at five star hotels. A high

archipelago a great destination for

(IGTM) in October, the most impor-

percentage of them stayed at non

outdoor sports, as well as for enjoy-

tant golf tourism fair in the world.

hotel accommodation, a noteworthy

ing its beaches. It is one of the top

37.7% and the remainder stayed at

places in Europe for golf thanks to

British tourist profile

their own property, with friends or

the pleasant temperatures regis-

British tourists account for a signif-

at another type of accommodation.

You set your own limits

You’ll be asked why you do it a thousand times and you will answer by shrugging your shoulders, smiling, and the best answer you can give is: because I like it.

Because you like it, you forget that you've been on the water for over three hours and you're still sailing. Somehow you will find the strength to pedal harder and faster uphill.

Because you like it, you live in constant search for new experiences that make you feel alive, where every moment is unique and different from the last.

Because you like it, you won’t miss the opportunity to push yourself to the limit, time and again, in a place that has everything: Tenerife.

What are you waiting for to get started?

Tenerife. No Limits.

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Seven islands, seven volcanoes

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illions of years of volcanic activity in this corner of the Atlantic gradually

formed the seven Canary Islands.

These origins have outlined their landscapes and marked the life of the animal and plant species that inhabit them. The power and force of the volcanoes left behind an imprint that can be admired pretty much in the entire archipelago, but

A tour inside the volcanic earth Thomas Schmid TOURIST GUIDE

especially in certain places where the examples of this volcanic activity are more noticeable because they are more recent. Enigmatic landscapes such as Timanfaya, in Lanzarote, or the great volcanic edifice that is the Teide and the landscape that surrounds it, in Tenerife, both of them designated National Parks. Gran Canaria also possesses breathtaking traces of volcanic activity such as the spectacular Tejeda Caldera, one of the few places in the world where one can clearly view a distinct system of cone sheets. In

Viewing the Caldera de Taburiente from the edge of its summits and entering it is a unique, unforgettable experience for anyone who visits this gigantic chasm measuring nine kilometres in diameter and more than 1,000 metres in depth, situated inland on the island of La Palma. Every day I accompany tourists on this route and they are all dumbstruck by the imposing landscape in this natural space, with its vast vertical walls that seem to touch the sky and where the Canary pine, which is endemic to the Islands, is king and forms one of the best pine forests in the archipelago. Once inside the Caldera I usually take the hikers along the so-called Río Taburiente, with its streams and cascades that invite you to dip into it for a refreshing bathe. No-one is unmoved when confronted by the singular elements produced by the landscape’s volcanic origins, such as the Cascada de Colores, the Coloured Cascade, pillow lava or the dramatic volcanic dikes. Erosion, too, has been doing its work for thousands of years and shows us the interior of the earth as if it had been sliced with a knife, with the Roque Idafe having become one of the places of worship of the pre-Hispanic Benahoarites.

La Palma we find the Cumbre Vieja NaturalPark with its volcanoes and lava flows resulting from the most

neguía in 1971, as well as the Canary

earth. El Hierro is another island

recent aerial eruptions occurred on

pine forests whose green canopy

with landscapes dominated by fields

the archipelago, such as the Te-

contrasts with the dark volcanic

of lava and volcanoes, particularly

Entering the bowels of the earth nderground, eruptions have led to the forming of

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very beautiful lava formations. You can also enter – althou-

caves and lava tubes, the home of species that have

gh in small groups and in the company of a specialised guide

adapted to the dark, some of them exclusive to this

– the lava tube of Todoque, in La Palma, which is situated

place. The best-known and most-visited are the Jameos del

underneath a fi eld of lava expelled by the volcano in 1949.

Agua and the Cueva de los Verdes caves in Lanzarote, won-

The old inhabitants of the Islands used these shelters in

derful spaces that allow us to enter into the bowels of this

the terrain as homes or places in which to store food, uses

volcanic land. You can also visit some daunting caves such

that have survived the passage of time. It is currently not

as the Cueva del Llano, in Fuerteventura, which is more than

unusual to find caves that have been perfectly fi tted out for

800,000 years old and boasts an interesting fossil record

residential use and even for comfortable tourist accommo-

that includes some species that have now died out. In Te-

dation, with every convenience. Others have been done up

nerife, visiting the Cueva del Viento cave, one of the largest

as restaurants, original spaces in which to enjoy a pleasant

lava tubes in the world, is a great opportunity to view some

evening and, in some cases, some breathtaking views.

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Prof. Dr. Hans-Ulrich Schmincke, volcanologist

A natural laboratory for the observation of volcanoes The Canary Islands

constitute a major attraction for tourists, since this is

are a worldwide

something they do not have elsewhere. Another unique

benchmark in the study

aspect is their antiquity, with islands such as Fuerte-

of the constant lifecycle

ventura being a good twenty million years old. In other

of volcanoes

younger ones such as Gran Canaria, almost fourteen million years old, the intense erosive processes have

Which aspects of volcanism on the Canary Islands will

uncovered the top part of a vast magma chamber of

be the most surprising to visitors?

around eight or nine million years in the deep canyon of

The most surprising thing about these islands is that

Tejeda.

they are enormous volcanic structures that have emerged from the seabed, from depths of around 2,500

Why have you visited El Hierro on so many occasions?

metres, and reach up to more than 3,500 metres above

Which aspects would you highlight of your experience

sea level. This means that if the ocean waters were to

on the Islands?

recede, the Canary Islands would materialise as giant

We are fascinated by El Hierro, the youngest of the

mountains, more breathtaking even than the Alps.

Canary Islands, where we have explored both the ocean

Tenerife is the third highest volcano in the world, with a

floor and the surface. One of the features that most

total height of more than five thousand metres from its

impresses the visitor is the deep cavity in the island’s

base on the seabed.

western flank, a veritable avalanche of volcanic debris that represents the collapse of the western part of the

What makes the Canary Islands’ volcanic nature special?

island over many kilometres. These collapses have

From the volcanological point of view, the Canary

occurred in all of the Canary Islands, particularly in the

Islands are a worldwide benchmark in the study of a

vast Orotava Valley, in Tenerife, where the island’s flank

volcano’s constant lifecycle, which consists of succes-

slid into the sea around 600,000 years ago; or in Gran

sive periods of growth and destruction. Historic erup-

Canaria, where the deposits of huge volcanic landslides

tions have occurred on some islands of the archipelago

are spectacular, with Roque Nublo, an eighty-metre

that have left recent scars on the territory. These young

monolith, being the only remnant of one of these ava-

volcanoes, their volcanic slag, the lava rivers and tubes

lanches generated after the collapse

in El Julan, a zone where the most

Symbols of the landscape

La Gomera, where the cooling and

recent volcanic activity took place,

As a result of this volcanic origin,

subsequent erosion of old volcanic

or the eye-catching pahoehoe lava

the Canarian landscape is dotted

rocks gave it an outline that looks

flows of the badlands of Los Laji-

with these unique roques, precipi-

like organ pipes falling vertically

ales, in La Restinga. Although the

tous rocky elevations that resulted

into the ocean. These unique fea-

landscapes of Fuerteventura are

from erosional processes. Some of

tures can also be found underwater

more broken down from erosion,

them are awe-inspiring and have

in the sea; scuba diving enthusiasts

this island also features exam-

become veritable symbols, such as

will find all kinds of fanciful for-

ples of its volcanic origin in spaces

the Roque Nublo and the Bentayga,

mations, caves that provide hiding

such as the Islote de Lobos islet or

in Gran Canaria, the Agando in La

places for numerous species, or

the lava fields of Malpaís Grande,

Gomera or the Teno roques in Ten-

vertical walls like el Bajón, on the

the Great Badlands… Hundreds of

erife. Also in this last place are Los

island of El Hierro.

spots where you can enjoy unique

Gigantes, the Giants, spectacular

landscapes that emerged from the

cliff s that drop from a dizzy height

innards of the earth and give us an

down to the sea. Also breathtak-

idea of the power of nature.

ing is the cliff of Los Órganos in

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Loro Parque, number one Zoo in Europe and number two in the world, brings us new surprises

area especially developed with the firm commitment to defend nature and develop responsible tourism.

This new and unique exhibition is where Loro Parque and the Loro Parque Foundation come together

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to warn visitors of the destruction n the natural paradise of the

to recreate the natural habitat and

of nature and the extinction of dif-

Canary Islands, a visit to Loro

surroundings of these adorable an-

ferent species.

Parque is a must because of its

imals.

unique, spectacular and respectful

Aquaviva

character that really does protect

Animal Embassy

the natural environment. Also, this

Another new recently opened exhi-

you in Aquaviva with hundreds of

year Loro Parque once again cele-

bition at Loro Parque is Animal Em-

magical jelly fish of all colours and

brates TripAdvisor’s recognition as

bassy, an emblematic educational

fluorescence. With a supernatural

A genuine submarine show awaits

the number one Zoo in Europe and

appearance, these curious jellyfish

second around the globe. This prize

of surprising and elegant shapes are

was revealed at the third edition of

the undisputed stars of this new ex-

the Travellers’ Choice Awards, cre-

hibition designed to teach you about

ated by this website to honour the

these fascinating creatures that live

best tourism interest sites and at-

in all of the world’s tropical seas.

tractions in the world, depending on the opinions and recommenda-

Rio

tions of travellers themselves.

Loro Parque brings you its latest film, RÍO 3D that captivates the

Red Pandas arrive to Loro Parque

hearts of adults and children of all

This autumn we welcome the Red

the wonderful film RÍO, created es-

Pandas, loveable and charismatic

pecially for Loro Parque and based

animals arriving to the Zoo from

on this Hollywood blockbuster pro-

the United Kingdom. We have cre-

duction by the same creator as the

ages. It is an exclusive version of

ated new facilities just for them, designed and developed especially

Ice Age saga and that has broken Pandas rojos

records in child audiences.

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Siam Park launches Singha, this year’s new and successful attraction At Siam Park Singha, the most spectacular and fastest water roller coaster in the world has already won the hearts of thousands of visitors down. It is over 240 meters long with

places of lush vegetation and the

high velocity corners and fourteen

largest artificial wave in the world

changes of direction; Singha gua-

make this park an unforgettable

rantees a genuine and incomparable

place that, thanks to the mild clima-

adrenaline rush and fun. Further-

te of the Canary Islands can be enjo-

more, because of its commitment to

yed by all the family all year round.

respect its surroundings, the Singha attraction has been fully adapted to

New! Brunelli´s Steakhouse

the geography and topography of

Brunelli’s Stakehouse opens with

the area and is surrounded by the fa-

Loro Parque’s quality seal. This new

bulous vegetation that characterises

restaurant located in front of Loro

the theme of the Siam Park. It is this

Parque is decorated to the style of

year’s main new attraction.

traditional American Stakehouses and offers top quality meat that is

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prepared to the highest standard. ccording to TripAdvisor, the

Brunelli currently holds two records.

world’s largest travel web-

One, the Southbend Grill, an oven -

site and after receiving the

the only one of its kind in the Canary

prestigious Travellers’ Choice Award,

Islands – that heats to 800ºC and

Siam Park is again the number one

caramelises the meat keeping it jui-

water park in the World for the se-

cy and tender. And two, the largest

cond year in a row.

movable window in all of Europe.

Siam Park inaugurates Singha. A new and absolutely unique and spectacular attraction that offers a speed

This window completely disappears,

7th anniversary of the Kingdom of Water

turning the restaurant into a fabulous terrace where you one can fully

never before seen in water parks. It

This autumn Siam Park celebrates

enjoy the atmosphere of the sea and

is a slide where three people sit one

its 7 anniversary; five million visi-

the magnificent view of the Atlantic

behind each other in a float pushed

tors from all over the world have en-

Ocean. A very professional team, an

by water; it can reach a speed of 6

joyed its facilities. Impressive slides

excellent service, top quality and a

meters per second on the way up

and magical attractions for all the

unique atmosphere guarantee an

and 18 meters per second on the way

family, together with mysterious

unforgettable experience.

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Costa Adeje, a luxury destination has ensured the quality it now boast

of year. The Costa Adeje coastline

for all parts of its tourism services,

boasts several beaches flying the

from customer service, to hotels and

blue flag and other bathing areas,

leisure options. Costa Adeje radiates

with the option of just sunbathing or

luxury as far as the eye can see.

taking part in some kind of sporting

A leading destination in Europe

activity.

thanks to its climate, proximity (it

Water also plays a starring role in the

is just 2 hours and a half away from

extensive spa offering available in

the Spanish peninsula) and to the

Costa Adeje as well as theme parks

diverse experiences it offers, Costa

Siam Park and Aqualand, two first

Adeje stands out for its luxury brand

class water facilities.

shops (tax free), its rich gastronomy,

Costa Adeje is also an ideal desti-

osta Adeje is located in the

the chance to enjoy private sailing

nation for golf. It has a 27 hole golf

Canarian archipelago, known

trips, horse rides or helicopter trips

course which is part of the PAG circuit

as the ‘Fortunate Islands’ and

and an infinite number of further ex-

as well as a high performance centre

clusive activities.

called Tenerife Top Training, T3.

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the name could not be more appropriate as it is fortunate enough to

Those fortunate enough to visit Costa

enjoy average temperatures of 24 de-

Water plays a starring role

Adeje will be welcomed by its nature,

grees almost all year round. But when

Surrounded by nature, 45 % of its

its weather, its hotels, shops, spas

it comes to Costa Adeje it is not ‘good

territory is protected and whales and

and discos, but above all by its excel-

fortune’ but rather hard work which

dolphins can be spotted at any time

lent service.

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Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort & Spa, the most exclusive oasis in Tenerife the Beach Club Restaurant; La Tasca, La Hacienda and the Asia-Kan.

The Spa Inspired by Tenerife’s exceptional climate and natural landscape, the Spa Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque offers an exceptional programme of different treatments and rituals, based on the resources found in the area of Costa Adeje: marine extracts, volcanic lava, aloe vera and banana leaves; raw materials that are autochthonous to the Canary Islands. he Gran Hotel Bahía del Du-

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The Villas

que, set on a large estate on

Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque houses two

the coast of Costa Adeje in the

highly exclusive areas: forty Villas, a

southern part of the island of Tene-

sound example of the most exquisite

rife (Canary Islands) is a reference of

luxury that offer extraordinary services

luxury and exclusivity and offers im-

such as a private infinity pool, dinners

peccable services.

prepared by private chefs and aroma-

One of the Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque’s

therapy baths; and the “Casas Duca-

main attractions is its strategic location

les” recently renovated by interior de-

The Spa has twenty treatment rooms,

in an area well known for its microcli-

signers Pascua Ortega and Perico Mesa,

three

mate, where temperatures do not drop

who together with the architect Teóti-

rooms, five open air cabanas for facial

below 16ºC and do not exceed 23ªC. The

mo Rogríguez Hermoso also designed

and body treatments and two VIP suites

resort has become an ecological exam-

the building and the inside of the Spa.

with a private patio and the uttermost

Thalassotherapy

treatment

ple due to its 63,000 square meters of

privacy. It has a thalassotherapy circuit

subtropical and tropical vegetation in-

that uses seawater from the Atlantic

cluding Palm trees, Dragon trees, In-

Ocean, a hammam and sauna, and also

dian Laurel trees, Royal Poincianas, Ja-

a Kinesis gym and a Chi Studio for tra-

carandas and different fruit trees.

ditional eastern techniques.

Designed by Andrés Piñero, the hotel

Since 2010, the Spa Gran hotel Bahía

is a true reflection of Canary Island ar-

del Duque has an exclusive area for

chitecture and it recreates a small town

physiotherapy managed by the presti-

with nineteen low-rise independent

gious Michael Novotny who has treated

buildings and a total 351 rooms, 52 of

elite athletes of the likes of Rafa Nadal

which are suites.

The restaurants

The hotel offers a wide range of resour-

The hotel has thirteen bars and eight

ces and services that include its five

restaurants that offer a variety of di-

swimming pools, its 950 meter long

fferent international cuisines, where

beach, an astronomical observatory, a

one can enjoy Canarian, French, Ita-

billiard and bridge room, squash, pa-

lian, Latin-American or Mediterra-

ddle-tennis and tennis courts, pitch

nean food. Starting with Las Aguas,

& putt course, walks through botanic

Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque’s gas-

gardens and a diverse offer for children

tronomic flagship, and moving on to

at its “Mini World”

El Bernegal, La Brasserie, La Trattoria,

and María Sharapova.

Telf: 34 922 746 900 Costa Adeje (Tenerife) www.bahia-duque.com

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A competitive and peaceful destination, well-known for the quality of its infrastructures, its originality and its experience in organising meetings

Spain consolidates itself as the world’s third congress destination and the favourite for Europeans

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pain’s position in the market for meetings as the third congress destination in the world

is stable thanks to the excellence of its specialised infrastructures, its continuous innovation, an improved brand image and the implementa-

“ The Mobile World Congress will be held in Barcelona until 2023

579,855 participating delegates.

Furthermore,

confirmed

by

the

Group Speciale Mobile Association (GSM Association), Barcelona will host the Mobile World Congress (MWC) until 2023. Since its creation in 2006 and until 2014 it is believed

tion of sustainable policies during events. It is also well-known for its originality, with new formats for meetings and unique venues and experiences.

Not surprisingly, among European professionals, Spain is their favourite destination for business trips and has a market share of 54%. The evolution of the country as a destination for congresses has been exponential and has multiplied almost fiftyfold over the last fifty years.

Spain is currently a peaceful and competitive destination with affordable hotel prices and good communications and this has helped to make it the third congress destination in the world with 578 major events in 2014, 2.8% more that in the

The Estampa Art Fair for collectors was held at the end of September in Matadero Madrid.

previous year; according to the an-

with 182 congresses and very pos-

that this event has generated a to-

nual ranking conducted by the Inter-

itive future prospects because the

tal economic impact of 2,500 million

national Congress and Convention

Barcelona Convention Bureau has

Euros and more than 60,000 tempo-

Association (ICCA) it is just behind

already confirmed 223 major con-

rary jobs. During its last occurrence,

the United States and Germany.

gresses from now to 2021.

in 2015, it hit record numbers, with

In this list, Madrid is the world’s

Regardless of this ranking, in 2014,

an attendance rate of 93,000 visitors

third congress city just behind Par-

Barcelona hosted a total 1,969 meet-

and over 2,000 companies from all

is and Vienna, with two hundred in

ings, congresses and seminars with

over the world.

2014, up 7.5% and with 65% more

over 40 delegates, including the Mo-

Other destinations also stand-out:

attendees; the capital has also tri-

bile World Congress and the Europe-

Seville, by the end of 2015 it will

pled the number of congresses held

an Cardiology Congress, an economic

have hosted 19 major congresses,

“with Latin American rotation”.

activity that represented 1,469 mil-

Valencia and the Balearic and Canary

Meanwhile, Barcelona ranks fifth,

lion Euros in the capital thanks to the

Islands.

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Nine Spanish clubs are among the twenty favourites of European golf tourists

The best place in Europe to play golf Spain is the best golf course in Europe because of its excellent and varied facilities, suitable for all levels, its ideal weather for playing and its vast experience in this segment.

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pain is the leading destination for

greatest concentration of golf courses in

golf tourism in Europe. It is the

continental Europe, with 108. It is also

preferred destination for 28.5% of

well-known for being a peaceful destina-

travelling golf enthusiasts, followed far

tion with tourism accommodations and

behind by Portugal (17%) and the UK and

residential complexes associated with

Ireland (16%), according to data provided

this sport and for its good weather con-

by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation.

ditions, particularly suitable for playing

The International Association of Golf

golf.

Tour Operators (IAGTO) also ranks Spain

A good example of this situation is the

as the leading destination, followed by

fact that AndalucĂ­a, the region with the

Portugal, Ireland, Scotland and Turkey.

greatest number of golf courses, wel-

The reason is the excellence of the Span-

comed 458,000 tourists related with golf

ish golf offering and its wide range of

in 2014, 1.3% more than in the previous

facilities; AndalucĂ­a alone can boast the

year and this strengthens the leadership

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“ Golf tourists who visit Andalucía stay for an average 11.9 days

of this community as a destination in

the list of destinations, followed by Aus-

this sector. The number of golf travel-

tria and Germany.

lers has experienced a cumulative growth

Eight of these nine favourite Spanish

of over 7% since 2010, a steady increase

clubs are in Tenerife, Gran Canaria and

that is believed to show the potential of

Mallorca and only one is on mainland

this segment. Golf travellers that choose

Spain, the Golf Valderrama Club in Cádiz;

Andalucía stay for an average 11.9 days,

with over thirty years experience, it is also

three more than what is normal, and in

the oldest of the Spanish clubs that were

2014 their daily spending increased 2.6%

chosen and it contrasts with new golf

and reached 88.43 Euros, almost 30 Euros

courses such as Golf Son Gual in Mallorca

more than the average.

and Anfi Tauro Golf in Gran Canaria, both

Another example are the Canary Islands

opened in 2007. Golf Son Gual stands-out

where golf tourism represents 1.9% of the

in the list for being the longest, 6,621 me-

total and spending is high, with income

ters, compared to the smallest, Arabella

in excess of 92.7 million Euros a year, just

Golf Son Vida, 5,601 meters, also located

in Tenerife. The average spending of vis-

in Mallorca.

itors who play golf is around 1,442 Euros

Spanish facilities are also notable for their

per person, 35.6% more than the average

profitability; Son Gual Golf Club’s annual

tourist. These visitors also stand-out for

turnover has grown 9.9% in comparison

their high level of loyalty and repetition,

to the previous year, followed by Abama

showing how much they appreciate the

Golf (4.5%) and Golf Costa Adeje (3.1%).

destination.

Costa Brava Pirineu de Girona’s golf courses are also well-known for their

The best clubs

high quality and diversity; according the

Nine Spanish clubs are among the twenty

British Top100golfcourses.co.uk profes-

favourites of European golf tourists, ac-

sional ranking, five of the total eighteen

cording to the ranking list elaborated by

hole golf courses located in PGA Catalun-

Golf.eu that includes the votes of over a

ya Resort golf club, Golf Playa de Pals and

thousand golfers from thirty-six different

Empordà Golf in Costa Brava are ranked

countries, ranking Spain in first place in

among the fifty best in Europe.

PGA Cataluña Golf Resort. Photo: RFEG / Luis Corralo.

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GOLF COURSES

Course Province Holes Tel +34 E-mail FEDERACION ESPAÑOLA DE GOLF MADRID 915552682 rfegolf@rfegolf.es ANDALUCIA • REAL FEDERACIÓN ANDALUZA DE GOLF MALAGA 952225590 info@rfga.org ALBORAN GOLF ALMERIA 18 950208583 alborangolf@alborangolf.com DESERT SPRINGS GOLF CLUB & RESORT ALMERIA 18 637861591 / 592 desertsprings@almanzora.com VALLE DEL ESTE HOTEL - GOLF - SPA ALMERIA 18 950548600 reservas.golf@valledeleste.es MARINA GOLF, MOJACAR ALMERIA 18 950133235 info@marinagolf.com CLUB DE GOLF PLAYA MACENAS ALMERIA 18 950548240 info@playamacenas.es AGUILON GOLF ALMERIA 18 950109518 cmaster@aguilongolf.es GOLF ALMERIMAR ALMERIA 27 950607936 golfalmerimar@almerimar-resort.com LA ENVIA GOLF ALMERIA 18 950559646 reservas@laenviagolf.com CLUB DE GOLF PLAYA SERENA ALMERIA 18 950333055 info@golfplayaserena.com GOLF CAMPANO CADIZ 18 956493081 reservas@golfcampano.com IBEROSTAR GOLF NOVO SANCTI PETRI CADIZ 36 956494005 gspdir@iberostar.com SANCTI PETRI HILLS GOLF CADIZ 18 856924668 info@sanctipetrihillsgolf.com GOLF LA ESTANCIA CADIZ 18 956532096 info@golflaestancia.com MONTENMEDIO GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB CADIZ 18 956455004 info@montenmediogolf.com ALMENARA CLUB GOLF CADIZ 27 956582054 almenara.golf@sotogrande.com REAL CLUB VALDERRAMA CADIZ 18 956791200 greenfees@valderrama.com CLUB DE GOLF LA RESERVA SOTOGRANDE CADIZ 18 956785252 lareserva@sotogrande.com REAL CLUB DE GOLF SOTOGRANDE CADIZ 18 956785014 info@golfsotogrande.com CLUB DE GOLF LA CAÑADA CADIZ 18 956794100 reservas@lacanadagolf.com ALCAIDESA LINKS GOLF RESORT CADIZ 36 956791040 golf@alcaidesa.com THE SAN ROQUE CLUB CADIZ 36 956613030 info@sanroqueclub.com BARCELO MONTECASTILLO GOLF RESORT CADIZ 18 956151200 montecastillo.caddiemaster@barcelo.com SHERRY GOLF JEREZ CADIZ 18 + 9 956088330 info@sherrygolf.com GOLF EL PUERTO CADIZ 18 956876541 info@golfelpuerto.com VISTA HERMOSA CLUB DE GOLF CADIZ 9 956541968 info@vistahermosaclubdegolf.com VILLA NUEVA GOLF RESORT CADIZ 18 956474123 reservas@villanuevagolf.com COSTA BALLENA OCEAN GOLF CLUB CADIZ 27 + 9 par 3 956847070 info@ballenagolf.com ROTA CLUB DE GOLF CADIZ 18 691224577 correocompeticion@rotaclubgolf.es SANLUCAR CLUB DE CAMPO CADIZ 18 856130994 info@sanlucarclubdegolf.com CLUB DE CAMPO DE CORDOBA CORDOBA 18 957350208 administracion@golfcordoba.com CLUB DE GOLF POZOBLANCO CORDOBA 9 957339171 golf_pozoblanco@hotmail.com GRANADA CLUB DE GOLF GRANADA 18 958584436 gerencia@granadaclubdegolf.com LOS MORISCOS CLUB DE GOLF GRANADA 18 958825527 moriscosgolf@gmail.com SANTA CLARA GOLF GRANADA GRANADA 18 858702800 info@santaclaragolfgranada.com BELLAVISTA HUELVA GOLF CLUB HUELVA 18 959319017 bellavista@golfbellavista.com LA MONACILLA GOLF HUELVA 18 959100093 info@lamonacillagolf.com CLUB DE GOLF COSTA ESURI HUELVA 18 costaesuri@costaesuri.net ISLA CANELA GOLF HUELVA 18 959477878 golf@islacanela.es ISLANTILLA GOLF RESORT HUELVA 27 959486039 comercialgolf@islantillagolfresort.com GOLF EL ROMPIDO HUELVA 36 959024242 mtimoner@golfelrompido.es GOLF NUEVO PORTIL HUELVA 18 959528799 golf@nuevoportilgolf.es CLUB DE GOLF CORTA ATALAYA HUELVA 9 959590080 info@clubdegolfcortaatalaya.es DOÑANA GOLF HUELVA 18 959441810 info@donanagolf.com PARQUE DEPORTIVO LA GARZA JAEN 9 953604301 info.pdg@juntadeandalucia.es PARADOR MALAGA GOLF MALAGA 27 951011120 malaga.golf@parador.es REAL CLUB DE CAMPO DE MALAGA MALAGA 18 952376677 club@rccm-golf.com CLUB DE GOLF EL CANDADO MALAGA 9 952299340 golf@clubelcandado.com ALHAURÍN GOLF RESORT MALAGA 18 par 72 + 9 par 3 952595800 reservasgolf@alhauringolf.com LAURO 27 GOLF MALAGA 27 952412767 info@laurogolf.com ANTEQUERA GOLF CLUB MALAGA 18 951060354 reservas-golf@hotelantequera.com GUADALHORCE CLUB DE GOLF MALAGA 18 + 9 pares 3 952179378 / 68 reservas@guadalhorce.com MONTE PARAISO GOLF MALAGA 9 952866843 reservas@monteparaisogolf.com CABOPINO GOLF MARBELLA MALAGA 18 951607004 reservas@cabopinogolfmarbella.com SANTA CLARA GOLF MARBELLA MALAGA 18 952850111 reservas@santaclaragolfmarbella.com RIO REAL GOLF Y HOTEL MALAGA 18 952765732 reservas@rioreal.com GREENLIFE GOLF CLUB, S.L. MALAGA 9 par 3 952839142 golf@greenlife-golf.com MARBELLA GOLF COUNTRY CLUB MALAGA 18 952830500 reservas@marbellagolf.com SANTA MARIA GOLF CLUB MALAGA 18 952830386 caddymaster@santamariagolfclub.com GOLF TORREQUEBRADA MALAGA 18 952442742 comercial@golftorrequebrada.com BENALMADENA GOLF MALAGA 9 637504858 info@benalmadenagolf.com MIRAFLORES GOLF MALAGA 18 952931960 info@miraflores.com CLUB DE GOLF LA SIESTA MALAGA 9 952933362 siestagolf@yahoo.es EL CHAPARRAL GOLF CLUB MALAGA 18 952587700 reservas@golfelchaparral.com LA CALA RESORT MALAGA 60 952669000 golf@lacala.com CERRADO DEL AGUILA GOLF & RESORT MALAGA 9 951703355 golf@cerradodelaguila.com SANTANA GOLF MALAGA 18 951062560 greenfees@santanagolf.com MIJAS GOLF CLUB MALAGA 36 952476843 info@mijasgolf.org CALANOVA GOLF CLUB MALAGA 18 951170194 reservas@calanovagolfclub.com LA NORIA GOLF & RESORT MALAGA 9 952587653 info@lanoriagolf.net REAL CLUB DE GOLF LAS BRISAS MALAGA 18 952813021 info@realclubdegolflasbrisas.com LOS NARANJOS GOLF CLUB MALAGA 18 952812428 golfclub@losnaranjos.com GOLF LA DAMA DE NOCHE MALAGA 9 952817006 direccion@golfdamadenoche.es CLUB DE GOLF ALOHA MALAGA 18+9 par 3 952907085/86 reservas@clubdegolfaloha.com LA QUINTA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB MALAGA 27 952762390 reservas@laquintagolf.com REAL CLUB DE GOLF GUADALMINA MALAGA 18+18+9 pitch & putt 952883455 secretaria@guadalminagolf.com VILLA PADIERNA GOLF CLUB (3 CAMPOS DE GOLF) MALAGA 54 952889157 andreas@villapadiernagolfclub.es LOS ARQUEROS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB MALAGA 18 952784600 info@losarquerosgolf.com LA RESINA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB MALAGA 9 par 3 951278346 laresina@gmail.com CLUB ESTEPONA GOLF MALAGA 18 952937605 information@esteponagolf.com VALLE ROMANO MALAGA 18 952800600 reservasgolf@valleromano.es EL PARAISO CLUB GOLF MALAGA 18 952883835 info@elparaisogolf.com EL CAMPANARIO GOLF MALAGA 9 par 3 952904233 info@elcampanarioresort.com ATALAYA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB INTERNACIONAL MALAGA 36 952882812 golf@atalaya-golf.com CLUB DE GOLF EL COTO MALAGA 9 952804700 menagolf@gmail.com CASARES COSTA GOLF MALAGA 9 952937895 info@casarescostagolf.com CLUB DE GOLF FINCA CORTESÍN CÁDIZ 18 952937883 info@golfcortesin.es LA DUQUESA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB MALAGA 18 952890425 info@golfladuquesa.com AÑORETA GOLF MALAGA 18 952405000 info@anoretagolf.es

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Course Province Holes Tel +34 E-mail BAVIERA GOLF MALAGA 18 952555015 info@bavieragolf.com DOÑA JULIA GOLF CLUB MALAGA 18 952937753 reservasdonajulia@grupotheud.es MAGNA MARBELLA GOLF MALAGA 9 952929249 info@magnamarbellagolf.com BIL BIL GOLF MALAGA 18 951295287 reservas@bilbilhouse.com MIGUEL ANGEL JIMENEZ GOLF ACADEMY MALAGA 9 par 3 951909490 info@escueladegolfmaj.es REAL CLUB PINEDA DE SEVILLA SEVILLA 18 954611400 informacion@rcpineda.com CLUB HATO VERDE SEVILLA 18 955795057 info@clubhatoverde.es REAL CLUB DE GOLF DE SEVILLA SEVILLA 18 954124301 secretaria@sevillagolf.com LAS MINAS GOLF SEVILLA 9 955750678 info@lasminasgolf.com CLUB ZAUDIN GOLF SEVILLA SEVILLA 18 954154159 comercial@clubzaudingolf.com INSTALACIONES DEPORTIVAS LA CARTUJA SEVILLA 9 600140730 info.idlc@juntadeandalucia.es ARAGON • FEDERACIÓN ARAGONESA DE GOLF ZARAGOZA 976731374 info@aragongolf.com; AUGUSTA GOLF CALATAYUD ZARAGOZA 18 par 72 + 9 P&P 976891900 info@augustagolfcalatayud.com BENASQUE CLUB, S.A. HUESCA 18 974552984 golfbenasqueclub@arrakis.es CAMPO MUNICIPAL DE GOLF EL CASTILLEJO TERUEL 9 606281867 elcastillejogolf@gmail.com CLUB DE GOLF JACA HUESCA 18 974350770 jacaclubgolf@gmail.com CLUB DE GOLF LA PEÑAZA ZARAGOZA 18 976342800 administracion@golflapenaza.com GOLF DE GUARA HUESCA 9 974340165 info@golfdeguara.es GOLF LOS LAGOS ZARAGOZA 18 976617613 administracion@golfloslagos.com MARGAS GOLF HUESCA 18 + 9 par 3 974499400 informacion@margasgolf.es IDP GOLF BASE AEREA DE ZARAGOZA ZARAGOZA 18 976708634 golfbaseaereazaragoza@gmail.com LAS RANILLAS GOLF ZARAGOZA 9 976976804 escueladegolf@lasranillas.com CANTABRIA • FEDERACIÓN DE CANTABRIA SANTANDER 942239874 info@federacioncantabradegolf.com ABRA DEL PAS CANTABRIA 18 942577597 abrapas@cantur.com CAMPO MUNICIPAL DE GOLF LA JUNQUERA CANTABRIA 9 942501040 golflajunquera@marinadecudeyo.com CAMPO DE GOLF DE NESTARES CANTABRIA 18 par 72 942771127 golfnestares@cantur.com CAMPO DE GOLF OYAMBRE CANTABRIA 9 647335167 realgolfcluboyambre@gmail.com CAMPO MUNICIPAL DE GOLF MATALEÑAS CANTABRIA 9 942203074 / 75 imd-golf@santander.es CLUB DE GOLF ROVACIAS CANTABRIA 9 942722543 clubdegolf@rovacias.com CLUB PARAYAS, S.D CANTABRIA 9 942250250 gerencia@clubparayas.com GOLF SANTA MARINA CANTABRIA 18 942710049 info@amigosgolfsantamarina.com NOJA GOLF CANTABRIA 9 648106103 info@golfvilladenoja.com CLUB DE GOLF RAMON SOTA CANTABRIA 9 942506270 info@sotagolf.com REAL GOLF DE PEDREÑA SANTANDER 27 942500001 info@rgpedrena.es CASTILLA LA MANCHA • FEDERACIÓN DE GOLF DE CASTILLA-LA MANCHA GUADALAJARA 949262300 federacion@fedgolfclm.com CLUB GOLF EL BONILLO ALBACETE 9 967370670 correo@clubdegolfelbonillo.com GOLF LAS PINAILLAS ALBACETE 18 967192200 info@clubdegolflaspinaillas.com CAMPO MUNICIPAL DE GOLF LA LAGUNILLA ALBACETE 9 687025965 golflagunilla@elbonillo.es CLUB DE GOLF TOMELLOSO CIUDAD REAL 18 655844126 clubdegolftomelloso@clubdegolftomelloso.com CLUB EL REINO GOLF CIUDAD REAL 9 926690072 recepcion_golf@elreinodedonquijote.com CLUB DE GOLF MUDELA CIUDAD REAL 9 630051770 golfmudela@telefonica.net LA CAMINERA GOLF CIUDAD REAL 36 926344733 golfca@salleshotels.com CLUB DE GOLF CUESTA BLANCA CUENCA 9 967498282 correo@clubdegolfcuestablanca.es CLUB DE GOLF LA VEREDA CUENCA 18 969231107 clubdegolf@lavereda.org CLUB DE GOLF LA LAGUNA DEL TITO CUENCA 9+9 969300968 golfmolinoderus@gmail.com CUENCA GOLF CLUB CUENCA 18 par 72 969267198 recepcion@cuencagolfclub.es CABANILLAS GOLF GUADALAJARA 18 949324600 golfcabanillas@gmail.com GOLF VALDELUZ GUADALAJARA 18 949100233 informacion@golfdevaldeluz.com CLUB DE GOLF PABLO HERNANDEZ TOLEDO 9 925772230 cgpablohernandez@telefonica.net GOLF CAMPO DE LAYOS TOLEDO 18 925376745 info@layos-golf.com CLUB DE GOLF SEÑORÍO DE ILLESCAS TOLEDO 9 925518359 info@senoriodeillescasgolf.com PALOMAREJOS GOLF TOLEDO 18 par 72 925721060 gerencia@palomarejosgolf.com ESCALONA GOLF TOLEDO 18 925789803 reservas@escalonagolf.com CASTILLA Y LEON • FEDERACIÓN DE CASTILLA Y LEÓN VALLADOLID 983290784 secretaria@fgolfcyl.org CASINO ABULENSE CLUB DE GOLF AVILA 9 920220025 administracion@casinoabulense.com CLUB DE GOLF AREVALO AVILA 9 920300249 golfarevalo@yahoo.es CLUB DE GOLF EL FRESNILLO AVILA 18 920353276 campogolf@naturavila.es CLUB DE GOLF NAVALUENGA AVILA 9 920298040 golfnavaluenga@hotmail.com GOLF CANDELEDA AVILA 9 920380759 golfcandeleda@hotmail.com WEGOLF - LA ALMARZA GOLF AVILA 18+9 920318423 comercial@wegolf.es CLUB DE GOLF LERMA BURGOS 18 947171214 reservas@golflerma.com GOLF SALAS BURGOS 9 947380795 golfsalasdelosinfantes@yahoo.es CLUB DE GOLF VILLARIAS BURGOS 9 947573120 dir@villariasgolf.com SALDAÑA GOLF BURGOS 18 947404281 saldanagolf@golflerma.com CAMPO DE GOLF RIOCEREZO BURGOS 18 947431095 info@riocerezogolf.com VALDORROS CLUB DE GOLF BURGOS 18 947560946 golfburgos@hotmail.com CLUB DE GOLF BIERZO LEON 9 987695129 golfdelbierzo@gmail.com CLUB DE GOLF HIERRO 3 LEON 9 600667534 secretaria@hierro3-reinodeleon.es CLUB DEP. GOLF LA COTA LEON 9 987701100 lacotasecretaria@yahoo.es LEÓN CLUB DE GOLF LEON 18 987303400 prosacyr.ocio@sacyr.com CAMPO DE GOLF ISLA DOS AGUAS PALENCIA 9 979721716 cmgisladosaguas@pmdpalencia.com GRIJOTA GOLF PALENCIA 9 979767361 recepcion@grijotagolf.es CAMPO DE GOLF DE SALAMANCA SALAMANCA 18 923329100 club@salamancagolf.com SALAMANCA FORUM GOLF SALAMANCA 18 923337011 info@salamancaforumgolf.com CLUB DE GOLF DE BEJAR SALAMANCA 9 618776578 info@clubgolfbejar.com ASR GOLF CLUB SEGOVIA 18 + 9 par 3 921174322 recepciongolf@angelesdesanrafael.com CLUB DE CAMPO EL TIRO SEGOVIA 9 921471733 eltiro@eltiro.es CLUB DE GOLF LAS LLANAS S.L. SEGOVIA 9 921067012 golf@lasllanas.com EL ESPINAR CLUB DE GOLF SEGOVIA 9 921182542 golfespinar@gmail.com GOLF VALDENARRA BERCIAL SEGOVIA 9 649042370 valdenarragolf@gmail.com LA FAISANERA GOLF SEGOVIA 18 921474212 reservas@lafaisaneragolf.es VALDEMAZO CLUB DE GOLF SEGOVIA 9 921520885 golfvaldemazo@hotmail.com LA DEHESA DE MORON SORIA 9 975306075 golfdehesademoron@hotmail.com CLUB DE GOLF SORIA SORIA 18 975271075 golfsoria@golfsoria.com NAVAGRULLA CLUB DE GOLF SORIA 9 975376322 navagrullagolf@gmail.com ALDEAMAYOR CLUB DE GOLF VALLADOLID 18 + 9 par 3 983552463 info@aldeamayorclub.com GOLF ENTREPINOS VALLADOLID 18 983590511 - 61 golfentrepinos@golfentrepinos.com

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Course Province Holes Tel +34 E-mail CLUB DE GOLF LA GALERA VALLADOLID 9 983331866 deportes@lagalera.net CAMPO DE GOLF SOTOVERDE VALLADOLID 18 983452970 info@complejodeportivosotoverde.es CAMPO DE GOLF DE VILLARRIN ZAMORA 9 980580189 golfvillarrin@gmail.com CLUB DE GOLF PITCH & PUTT EL MADERAL ZAMORA 9 650169062 golfmaderal@gmail.com CLUB DE GOLF LA CERRADA SORIA 9 975365936 info@quintanares.es CATALUNYA • FEDERACIÓN CATALANA DE GOLF BARCELONA 934145262 catgolf@catgolf.com CALDES GOLF BARCELONA 9 +3 938626265 golfcaldes@gmail.com CLUB DE GOLF SANT CUGAT BARCELONA 18+9 936743908 recepcion@golfsantcugat.com GOLF MONTBRÚ MOIÀ BARCELONA 9 937449168 info@golfmoia.com CLUB DE GOLF CAN BOSCH SANT FELIU BARCELONA 9 938663096 golfsantfeliu@grupbroquetas.com CLUB DE GOLF CASTELLTERCOL BARCELONA 9 938668620 secretaria@golfcastelltercol.cat CLUB DE GOLF VALLROMANES BARCELONA 18 935729064 comite@golfvallromanes.com GOLF SANT JOAN BARCELONA 18 935442440 recepcio@golfsantjoan.com REAL CLUB DE GOLF EL PRAT BARCELONA 45 937281000 rcgep@rcgep.com CAMP DE GOLF MUNICIPAL DE MATADEPERA BARCELONA 9 937300516 golf@matadepera.cat MANRESSA GOLF CLUB BARCELONA 18 938352882 golf@ollerdelmas.com GOLF LA ROQUETA BARCELONA 9 938331328 info@golflaroqueta.es CLUB DE GOLF LLAVANERAS BARCELONA 18 647418330 comercial@golfllavaneras.com CLUB DE GOLF HCP1 BARCELONA 18 par 3 937913001 info@hcp1.es GOLF SANT VICENÇ DE MONTALT BARCELONA 18 937915111 recepcion@golfsantvicens.es GOLF LA ROCA BARCELONA 18 938444886 info@golflaroca.com GOLF PAR 3 BARCELONA LA GARRIGA BARCELONA 18 938612751 info@lagarrigapar3.com GOLF PUBLIC TARADELL BARCELONA 9 938126678 golfpublictaradell@yahoo.es GOLF MONTANYA BARCELONA 18 938840170 info@golfmontanya.com CLUB DE GOLF BARCELONA BARCELONA 18+9 937728800 info@golfdebarcelona.com CLUB GOLF TERRAMAR BARCELONA 18 938940580 info@golfterramar.com CAN CUYAS GOLF BARCELONA 9 936855566 info@cancuyasgolf.com CLUB DE GOLF COSTA BRAVA GIRONA 27 972837150 info@golfcostabrava.com CLUB GOLF D’ARO - MAS NOU GIRONA 18 par 72 + 9 par 3 972816727 info@golfdaro.com GOLF PLATJA DE PALS GIRONA 18 972667739 info@golfplatjadepals.com EMPORDA GOLF GIRONA 36 972760450 info@empordagolf.com PGA GOLF CATALUNYA GIRONA 36 972472577 info@pgacatalunya.com MAS PAGES GOLF GIRONA 18 972561001 golf@maspages.com GOLF GIRONA GIRONA 18 972171641 golfgirona@golfgirona.com PERALADA GOLF GIRONA 18 + 9 P&P 972538227 casa.club@golfperalada.com CLUB DE GOLF SANT MARC GIRONA 18 972883411 info@golfsantmarc.com REAL CLUB DE GOLF DE CERDAÑA GIRONA 18+9 972141408 info@rcgcerdanya.com FONTANALS GOLF GIRONA 18 + 3 972144374 info@fontanalsgolf.com TORREMIRONA GOLF CLUB GIRONA 18 972553737 info@golftorremirona.com CLUB DE GOLF CAMPRODON GIRONA 9 972130125 info@golfcamprodon.es RAIMAT CLUB DE GOLF LLEIDA 18 973737539 - 40 gerencia@raimatgolf.com CLUB DE GOLF RIBERA SALADA LLEIDA 9 973299282 golfriberasalada@gmail.com ARAVELL GOLF LLEIDA 18 973360066 secretaria@aravellgolfclub.com CLUB DE GOLF REUS AIGÜESVERDS TARRAGONA 18 977752725 recepcion@golflespalmeres.com CLUB DE GOLF BONMONT TARRAGONA 18 977818140 golf@bonmont.es PITCH AND PUTT VENDRELL TARRAGONA 18 977668031 info@pitchandputtvendrell.es CLUB DE GOLF COSTA DORADA TARRAGONA 18 977653361 reservas@golfcostadoradatarragona.com GOLF LA GRAIERA TARRAGONA 18 977168032 info@graiera.es LUMINE GOLF & BEACH COMMUNITY TARRAGONA 18 + 9 + 18 977129070 golf@lumine.com COMUNIDAD DE MADRID • FEDERACIÓN DE GOLF DE MADRID MADRID 915567134 info@fedgolfmadrid.com CAMPO DE GOLF BASE AEREA DE TORREJON MADRID 18 916274474 golftorrejon@hotmail.com CAMPO DE GOLF DE SOMOSAGUAS MADRID 9 913521647 somosaguasgolf@procisa.com GOLF LOS RETAMARES MADRID 18 916202540 deportivo@retamaresgolf.com CDM “LA DEHESA” MADRID 9 915095591 ladehesa@et.mde.es CLUB DE GOLF LA DEHESA MADRID 18 918157022 secretaria@golfladehesa.es CENTRO DEPORTIVO BARBERAN Y COLLAR MADRID 9 916489527 golf_barberan@mdemadriddn.es CENTRO NACIONAL DE LA RFEG MADRID 18 913769060 info@cengolf.es CLUB DE CAMPO VILLA DE MADRID MADRID 36 + 9 915502010 deportes@ccvm.es CLUB DE GOLF ARANJUEZ MADRID 9 918916698 golfdearanjuez@telefonica.net CLUB DE GOLF ENCINAR MADRID 9 encinargolf@gmail.com LAS REJAS OPEN CLUB MADRID 9 largos + 9 cortos 914952850 recepciongolf@lasrejasopenclub.com CLUB DE GOLF LOMAS-BOSQUE MADRID 27 916167500 golf@lomas-bosque.com CLUB DE GOLF OLIVAR DE LA HINOJOSA MADRID 18 + 9 par 3 917211989 go@golfolivar.com CLUB JARAMA R.A.C.E. 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Course Province Holes Tel +34 E-mail COMUNIDAD VALENCIANA · FEDERACION GOLF COM VALENCIANA VALENCIA 963935403 federacion@golfcv.com GOLF RESORT BONALBA ALICANTE 18 965955955 golfbonalba@golfbonalba.com CAMPO DE GOLF EL PLANTIO ALICANTE 18 + 9 par 3 965189115 elplantiogolf@elplantio.com LA FINCA GOLF ALICANTE 19 966729010 golflafinca@grupoquara.com LA MARQUESA GOLF ALICANTE 18 966714258 reservas@lamarquesagolf.es CAMPO DE GOLF VILLAMARTIN ALICANTE 18 966765170 golfvillamartin@grupoquara.com LAS RAMBLAS DE CAMPOAMOR ALICANTE 18 966774728 golflasramblas@grupoquara.com REAL CLUB DE GOLF CAMPOAMOR RESORT ALICANTE 18 965321366 golf@lomasdecampoamor.es LO ROMERO GOLF ALICANTE 18 966766887 info@loromerogolf.es LAS COLINAS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB ALICANTE 18 965324004 reservations@lascolinasgolf.es VISTABELLA GOLF ALICANTE 11 966107846 bookings@vistabellagolf.com LAS REJAS OPEN CLUB ALICANTE 9 966889775 reservasbenidorm@lasrejasgolf.com VILLAITANA LEVANTE Y PONIENTE ALICANTE 36 966813013 reservas.melia.villaitana@melia.com ALICANTE GOLF ALICANTE 18 965152043 greenfees@alicantegolf.com GOLF SIERRA CORTINA ALICANTE 18 P&P 966112093 info@golfsierracortina.com ALTEA CLUB DE GOLF ALICANTE 9 965848046 info@alteagolfclub.com ALENDA GOLF ALICANTE 18 965620521 cadymaster@alendagolf.com FONT DEL LLOP GOLF RESORT ALICANTE 18 966126767 info@fdlgolf.es CLUB DE GOLF IFACH ALICANTE 9 966497114 info@golfifach.com CLUB DE GOLF JAVEA ALICANTE 9 965792584 golfenjavea@wanadoo.es LA SELLA GOLF ALICANTE 27 966454252 info@lasellagolf.com EQUELITE GOLF VILLENA ALICANTE 9 965807092 golf@equelite.com CLUB DE GOLF COSTA DE AZAHAR CASTELLON 9 964280979 info@golfcostadeazahar.com CLUB DE CAMPO DEL MEDITERRANEO CASTELLON 18 964321227 club@ccmediterraneo.com PANORAMICA GOLF SPORTS & RESORT CASTELLON 18+3par3+18 964493072 info@panoramicaclubdegolf.com PARADOR CAMPO DE GOLF EL SALER VALENCIA 18 961610384 saler.golf@parador.es CLUB DE GOLF ESCORPION VALENCIA 27+9 961601211 escorpion@clubescorpion.com FORESSOS GOLF VALENCIA 18 961221660 info@foressosgolf.com CLUB DE GOLF EL BOSQUE VALENCIA 18 961808009 golf.office@elbosquegolf.com COFRENTES GOLF VALENCIA 9 par 3 650389181 cofrentesgolf@balneario.com CLUB DE GOLF DE GANDIA VALENCIA 18 962873208 clubgolf.gandia@telefonica.net CLUB DE GOLF OLIVA NOVA VALENCIA 18 962857666 golf@olivanova.com CLUB DE GOLF MANISES VALENCIA 9 961534069 info@clubgolfmanises.es LA GALIANA CAMPO DE GOLF VALENCIA 18 961103838 reservas@lagalianagolf.com CLUB DE GOLF MASIA DE LAS ESTRELLAS VALENCIA 9 960442200 info@masiadelasestrellas.com REQUENA GOLF CLUB VALENCIA 9 667101240 info@golfrequena.com EXTREMADURA FEDERACION EXTREMEÑA DE GOLF CACERES 927214379 federacion@fexgolf.es GOLF DEL GUADIANA BADAJOZ 18 924448188 golfguadiana@golfguadiana.es NORBA CLUB DE GOLF CACERES 18 927231441 norbagolf@norbagolf.es TALAYUELA GOLF CACERES 18 927667024 contacto@talayuelagolf.com DON TELLO CLUB DE GOLF BADAJOZ 9 628512260 dontello@dontellogolf.com CAMPO MUNICIPAL GALISTEO 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A comprehensive and varied portfolio has been developed in order to adapt to all specialisms

Sports tourism causes a big stir in Spain With 40 ski stations, some 400 golf courses and thousands of kilometres worth of coastline, Spain has positioned itself as an important destination for sports tourism.

In addition, its climate and natural resources have boosted many other activities over recent years. Many hotels and companies have adapted what they offer for cycling enthusiasts, hikers or runners, amongst other specialities.

S

pain is the third destination in

its

conditions

kind of sport during their stay in our

the world when it comes to re-

have boosted other outdoor activities

favourable

weather

country. In addition, for 2.5 million

ceiving foreign tourists, thanks

and some magnificent routes for hik-

tourists their main motivation for

in particular to its beach tourism, but

ing, cycling or running have been de-

visiting is either to take part in or

it has managed to turn into one of the

signed. Not to mention the amazing

watch sports, according to data from

best destinations in Europe for golf

natural spaces available for adventure

Turespa帽a.

tourism. Its adequate facilities and its

sports, such as canyoning or rafting,

weather make it possible to play golf

or the thousands of kilometres of

Doing away with seasonality

almost the whole year round at its 400

coastline for water sports.

The tourism and sports combina-

golf courses. It is also a popular des-

Of the 65 million foreign tourists

tion has become a fundamental part

tination for winter sports and boasts

Spain welcomes every year, over nine

of the strategy to do away with sea-

modern ski stations. At the same time

million of them take part in some

sonality at destinations. People who travel to practise a sport are usually very profitable customers because they are less sensitive to price than other types of consumer and will travel at any time of year. Our destinations have developed plans to capture this type of traveller, with specifically designed routes and circuits; companies have been created which offer all types of services and others have added this type of tourism to their portfolio, while many hotels have specialised in order to attract this sector.

One of the sports which attracts the largest crowds is cycling - so much so that the Bike Friendly stamp has

Spain boasts great snow tourism options, with 40 ski stations, such as Baqueira Beret.

been created to identify accommoda-

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tion which offers special services for

Mallorca - which combines cycling,

Destination) which helps to position

these sportsmen and women. Facil-

swimming and running - has also

specialised municipalities for spe-

ities include cleaning areas, cloak-

established itself as an unmissable

cific activities. The Basque Country

rooms, route information desks, GPS

event on the island. The last edition

has made a conscious effort to attract

rentals and the repair or sale of ac-

held in September in Alcudia was at-

surfers by creating a uniform offering

cessories. They also often have a spe-

tended by 2.500 triathletes from 57

under the umbrella of Surfing Euska-

cialised culinary offering.

different countries.

di, a product which also stands out in

Some operators have associated their

Cantabria, while Asturias and Galicia have reserved spaces for cycling tour-

position themselves in this sector,

Backed by public administration

such as the TUI Marathon Palma de

Sport is a growing trend thanks to

people to the Balearics. While on the

Mallorca, sponsored by this German

changes in lifestyle and people being

subject of cycling, the great number

brand for eleven years. As from 2015,

more concerned with their health.

of mountain bike enthusiasts is wor-

the marathon has now been renamed

And the public administration is also

thy of note. All the autonomous com-

Palma de Mallorca Marathon, as the

working hard to improve its pro-

munities have created BTT centres,

above sponsorship has come to an

posals. Over a year ago Turismo de

in other words, specific areas for this

end, but the city wants its brand to

Canarias created the website “Res-

type of cycling, by designing routes

continue being associated with a

erva de la Extremosfera�, aimed at

which are able to attract tourism and

sports event which attracts thou-

travellers whose main motivation is

generate financial activity in the area.

sands of people. In 2014 there were

sports which put them in contact with

Catalonia is the community with the

runners from 50 different countries.

nature. Catalonia has been grant-

highest number of centres, followed

The Thomas Cook Ironman 70.3

ed the DTE stamp (Sports Tourism

by the Valencian Community.

brand with specific sports in order to

ism, a sport which also attracts a lot of

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Exciting experiences, culture and nature

Andalucía enhances its appeal with sustainability and a whole world of sensations Ángeles Vargas

opment and the protection of Anda-

tion of sustainability is based on

@angelesvargaspe

lucía’s identity and customs.

its well-known bike lane being ex-

So for example, this year, 22.5 mil-

tended another thirty kilometres,

lion Euros have been invested into

and the town is also preparing for

ccording to information pro-

the network of natural roads in

the inauguration of the Marqués de

vided by the Regional Minis-

Andalucía and these now total 437

Contaderos Centre in the summer

try of Tourism and Sports, in

kilometres on twelve roads that run

of 2016; located on the bank of the

2015 the British market continues

through different provinces.

Guadalquivir river, it is a new Service

to be the leading source of foreign

And talking about roads, currently

Centre for visitors that will include

tourism in Andalucía, representing

one of the most attractive proposals

different thematic areas associated

8.5% of the tourism in this region,

in Malaga is the Caminito del Rey,

to “tapas” and flamenco.

a region where 36% of its visitors

attracting more and more British

Meanwhile, Granada basis its pro-

come from other countries.

tourists all the time; it is an excit-

motion activity on exploiting the

And, it is a market that does not

ing and vertiginous 7.7 kilometre

international relevance of the writ-

cease to grow. Between January and

journey that dates back to the nine-

er Federico García Lorca and on the

July of this year, the number of vis-

teen century and that has recently

candidacy of Alpujarra as World Her-

itors from the United Kingdom that

involved an investment of over two

itage Site, while Córdoba focuses on

arrived by air increased by 0.7% to

million Euros for its renovation.

its cuisine with events such as Cór-

almost 1.5 million, being specifically

In the case of Seville, the promo-

doba Gourmet.

angeles.vargas@hosteltur.com

A

significant the increase in the number of arrivals using traditional airline companies, 7.8%.

The use of hotel accommodation for this market also continues to grow, with a 10% increase in the number of travellers and a 10.7% increase in the number of overnight stays. The loyalty of British tourists is higher than that of the average foreign tourist in the region, being 40%, with 46% finding themselves particularly attracted to its cultural heritage; they highly value the attention and service received, as well as the regions’ wonderful weather and its natural surroundings.

The Government of Andalucía wants to add value to all of the components of its offering and has started to implement the Sustainable Tourism Master Plan for Andalucía 2014-2020 based on generating new possibilities for sustainable economic devel-

In the great diversity of its proposal for nature and inland tourism, this is one of Andalucía’s greatest values.

Once you set foot in Andalusia, you are no longer just you. You become

Andalusia at the World Travel Market 2015 Visit us at stand EU 1700

andalucia.org

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Murcia centres its offering on the Caravaca Jubilee Year

The Valencian Community strives for diversification

T

he United Kingdom is a strategic market of the Levante regions. Both the Valencian

community and the region of Mur-

cia will be represented at the WTM to promote their main tourism products: beach and golf holidays, as well as their many cultural options, to the British market.

Their pleasant climate and hundreds of kilometres of beaches attract thousands of Britons a year. Which is why the Valencian community will be at the fair with some 40 stands and, as explained

by Francesc Colomer, the Tourism secretary, it will be putting a new promotional strategy into action.

“The aim is for British travellers to get to know us first hand, to run promotions which are more in line with the destination’s own par-

Hidden within the Valencian Community are small charming villages and incredible sites.

ticular characteristics and from a British perspective,” he adds.

thanks to the frequency of flights

heated outdoor swimming pools.

Beach holidays are their star prod-

and the number of airports it con-

Over 55% of all foreign tourists

uct, with over 300 days of sunshine

nects to. The recent opening of the

visiting the region of Murcia are

a year, average temperatures of 18

aerodrome in Castellón will be one

British, with a total of 443.868 in

degrees and 260 beaches. In addi-

of the new services presented at

2014, 39.9% more than in 2013,and

tion, this year the region has been

the WTM.

over 95% visit the region for lei-

awarded 135 Blue Flags, a new re-

Benidorm is one of the most em-

sure. The main news on the tour-

cord. This destination is also a good

blematic cities for British tourists.

ism front for this region is related

option for enjoying outdoor sports

Britain is its main market and dur-

to culture; events such as the Car-

such as canoeing, rafting, cycling or

ing the winter months 60% of its

avaca Jubilee Year, which the OMT

hiking. It also has 22 natural parks

visitors come from the UK. It regis-

has defined as a ‘Spanish tourism

and 35 golf courses. As for health

tered 4.6 million overnight stays in

treasure’. The event will take place

tourism, it boasts seven health re-

2014, according to data provided by

in 2017 but its celebration begins in

sorts and numerous urban spas as

Hosbec, a hotel trade association.

2016 which a whole programme of

well as excellent culinary options

Hosbec’s secretary, Nuria Montes

cultural, nature and leisure events.

featuring 16 Michelin stars.

de Diego, highlights the fact that

Other points of interest for visitors

Another one of its advantages is

Brits visit Benidorm all year round

are the Roman archaeological ru-

flight connections. Alicante air-

thanks to its comfortable tempera-

ins, such as the Roman Forum area

port is the best airport in Spain

tures, its offering and its adequate

in Cartagena or the Juderia de Lorca

for flights to the United Kingdom

hotel facilities which even include

archaeological park.

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PR

Benidorm, your winter sun destination With plenty more to offer than just a great night out, this notorious Spanish town has entertainment for the whole family, all year round

B

enidorm is located on the

and dining, is ideal for all age groups.

sports; local and international gas-

Costa Blanca on the shores

Its facilities are specially designed

tronomy; five major theme parks, and

of the Mediterranean. With

to meet the needs of our visitors.

fun for all ages.

its exceptional micro-climate visi-

High-quality hotels are constantly

Benidorm is a compact town, easy to

tors can enjoy sunshine and pristine

being improved and updated and are

get around and with everything close

beaches all year round. Even in the

complemented by eleven campsites

at hand.

cooler months, the water tempera-

and numerous holiday apartments.

There are large public areas for rec-

ture remains constant and suitable

Benidorm has a wide range of qual-

reation and a leisurely stroll: Levante

for swimming. The wide variety of

ity accomodation which guarantees

beach promenade, Poniente beach

facilities available, safe shallow wa-

the trust of anyone wanting to choose

promenade,

ters, fine golden sand and scrupulous

from the enormous selection of lodg-

Park, Serra Helada Nature Park and

cleaning, make them some of the best

ings that this Cosmopolitan town pos-

its beaches. Due to its privileged po-

local beaches on this coastline.

sesses. Benidorm high-quality ho-

sition and great variety of landscapes

The viewing point of Benidorm, which

tels are constantly being improved

with contrasts of coast and mountain,

overlooks the town’s bay, has earned

and updated, that offer more than

there are places of spectacular beauty

its name,’ the Mediterranean Balco-

41.000 beds, an extraordinaire offer

to visit within just a few kilometres of

Elche

Park,

Aigüera

Benidorm.

Benidorm boasts 5 gently-sloping beaches with crystal clear waters, and pleasant temperatures for swimming in any season. Each year they receive awards for quality, safety, cleanliness and amenities.

The richness and variety of the cuisine in Benidorm has developed thanks to the success and influence of our ancestors and other cultures, all of which have left their mark on the local gastronomy. As a result, the influence of international cuisine, culinary traditions inherited from the Arabs, the legacy of merchant mariners, as well as the typical cuisine of local fishermen and traditional dishes from inny’, where nature enchants with won-

of apartments to satisfy every pocket

land areas, results in an extraordinary

derful panoramic views: the island,

and eleven campsites for those who

range of flavours, aromas, textures,

three of the five beaches, the horizon

prefer direct contact with nature.

and colours to suit all palates.

and borders of the town. The reflec-

Benidorm hotels are tailored to Brit-

tion of the sun on the sea stirs feelings

ish customs, for that reason, every

of warmth and well- being, which will

year thousands of Britons choose Be-

relax and motivate you to continue to

nidorm as their holiday destination.

discover what Benidorm has to offer.

Benidorm offers a wealth of lei-

INFORMATION:

The resort’s excellent value for mon-

sure services with all kinds of shops

ey and the variety of accommoda-

(fashion, footwear, accessories, gifts,

tion, entertainment, shopping, sport

crafts); night and day entertainment;

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Marina d’Or: 8 amusement parks, the seawater spa... a paradise on the Mediterranean Sea be inaugurated - Emotion Park, with a spectacular go-kart circuit and a fun wipe-out circuit. As well as the parks, there is a spectacular 4D cinema which, acting like a simulator, has moving seats which interact with the scenes in the films, turning the spectator into a true protagonist of the films.

“ Marina d’Or is located 20 kilometres from Castellón’s new airport, with scheduled flights from London and Bristol The parks and a hundred more lei-

T

sure outlets and restaurants are dishe Marina d’Or Holiday Resort

The seawater spa has a leisure area

tributed throughout the large com-

is the largest and, possibly,

which, alone, offers 39 services; an

plex, which offers 500,000 square

the best tourist resort on the

exclusive VIP area; an outdoor area

meters of green and gardened areas.

Mediterranean. Located in Oropesa

(open in season) and a state of the

A true pleasure for the senses. The

del Mar (in the Valencian Communi-

art health and beauty centre spe-

outstanding features of the green

ty) its offer includes 3, 4 and 5 star

cialized in anti-ageing treatments

areas are the Mediterranean Gar-

hotels and tourist apartments on the

which, with 192 treatments, is con-

dens which, on the seafront itself,

seafront.

sidered to be one of the most ad-

offer their visitors fauna and flora

Thanks to more than 300 days of

vanced and modern in the world.

from the five continents. Next to the

sunshine annually and the pleasant

Amongst other attractions, the re-

gardens, the Holiday Resort offers

temperatures in the area, the com-

sort offers up to 8 amusement parks

its exclusive Green Beach: 34,000

plex is open all year round. It also

for all ages: Mundo Fantasia, Pe-

square meters of natural lawn right

offers endless high quality services,

quemundo, the Miniclub, Aventura

next to the beach: an excellent al-

allowing guests to enjoy magnificent

d’Or, the Polynesia Water Park, the

ternative to the rest of the sandy

holidays at any time of the year.

Enchanted Garden (catalogued by

beaches in the Holiday Resort.

The outstanding feature of the resort

the University of Castellón as unique

For sports lovers there are four

is Europe’s largest scientific seawa-

in the world in its genre, with thou-

large sports areas: squash, tennis,

ter spa, allowing guests to enjoy the

sands and thousands of natural

padel tennis, minigolf, multi-sports

waters of the Mediterranean Sea at

flowers, varying according to the

courts... one of them on the beach it-

body temperature all year round.

time of year), and the latest park to

self, offering a wide range of aquatic

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activities in season. The latest area

ferent night life venues and careful-

our holidays.

has two FIFA regulation size football

ly designed night-time illumination

As well as the parks and animation,

pitches with natural turf, which has

come together to bring our guests

the Holiday Resort has its Mascots,

been used by teams such as Villar-

exclusive evening entertainment.

its Princes and Princesses, its myth-

real Football Club and the New York

Marina d’Or has been awarded a wide

ological characters... all participat-

Cosmos for training.

range of national and international

ing daily in our holidays, bringing a

The shows and animation are fur-

prizes (the “Atusalud” award for the

smile wherever they pass by.

ther outstanding features of the Ma-

best children’s tourist destination in

Another important feature, making Marina d’Or’s “Holidays All Year Round” slogan are realitiy, is the ample calendar of themed and sports events throughout the year, especially out of high season: Moors and Christians, Saint Valentine, the Fallas week... events which follow on one from the other and bring something special to each weekend’s activities, making every visit to the Holiday Resort a new experience.

The opening of Castellón’s airport (20 kilometres from the Holiday Resort) opens new opportunities for the international, and especially European tourist. At present there are scheduled flights from London and Bristol, making any time a great time to escape and to enjoy a world

rina d’Or Holiday Resort whose offer

of luxury services while enjoying the

includes, all year round, a wide range

Mediterranean sun and climate.

of daily animation with endless ac-

Marina d’Or offers a wide range of

tivities for all ages. Perhaps the

packages (from 1 – 9 nights) which

most spectacular, the incredible pa-

include an endless range of servic-

rades with our illuminated floats and

es (full board with unlimited free

live performers, a regular feature in

drinks in the buffets, the seawater

the Holiday Resort’s evenings... and

spa, parks, day trips, shows... and

which are followed by a variety of

even beauty treatments) at truly

evening shows held, depending on

competitive prices. Even free trans-

the season, in the Gardens, in the

fers from the airport are included,

Europa Room, in the Palacio d’Or or

2015; HolidayCheck 2015; excellence

so all our guests have to worry about

on the two stages in the Gran Duque

certificates from TripAdvisor 2015,

is enjoying to the full all the days of

4* Hotel, one indoor and the other

2014... The Family Tourism stamp

their magnificent holidays. All these

in the centre of its spectacular or-

from the Spanish Large Families

packages (Ofertón, getaways...) of-

ganically designed pools. The Holi-

Association, a wide range of awards

fer incredible discounts for children.

day Resort has a large number of top

for Commitment to Tourist Quality

Marina d’Or, as we never tire of say-

performers on staff, many of whom

for many of its establishments, the

ing, is a Children’s Paradise!

are internationally recognised. In

Atusalud” award for the best family

summer, for example, there’s a dif-

tourist destination in 2014, etc.), all

ferent show every week night, with

of which come together to confirm

more than 30 performers on stage

both the quantity and quality of the

INFORMATION

simultaneously: dancers, acrobats,

services, many of which are specifi-

singers... the most magical evenings

cally for families, and especially for

in Marina d’Or. The shows, the dif-

children, the true protagonists of

Tel: 0034 964 72 72 70 reservas@marinador.com www.marinador.com

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In London, Madrid shows its best face as a city break and cultural destination pared to 317,747 the previous year.

On the other hand, in the Community of Madrid’s ranking list for tourist spending, in 2014 the UK came in at fifth place with 277.25 million Euros.

Motivations for travelling to Madrid According to data from the Perception Survey conducted in 2013 by Destino Madrid, the British visit Madrid mainly to discover its heritage and museums, followed by its gasThe ‘Art Walk’, a place like no other in the world, connects the El Prado Museum with the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Reina Sofia Museums.

tronomy and for business and the internet is the primary tool used when planning their trips.

Vivi Hinojosa

tourism among the professionals at-

This type of tourist chooses a des-

vivi.hinojosa@hosteltur.com

tending the fair.

tination depending on safety and

Not in vain, the United Kingdom is

cleanliness, as well as its heritage and

the second international tourism

cultural agenda, transport infrastruc-

‘Destino Madrid’ takes part in this

market in the capital. From January

tures and a good value for money. In

year’s World Travel Market where

to August, 225,324 people from the

this sense, UK visitors see Madrid

it will present the highlights of its

UK had visited Madrid, representing a

as an open and friendly city, full of

tourism and cultural offering: the

7.72% rise in comparison to the same

tradition and good food, with a great

main attractions of the “Art Walk”,

period of the previous year. This in-

nightlife.

a place like no other in the world, and

crease is even higher when it comes

It is in fact mainly leisure tourists

its temporary exhibitions; the varied

to overnight stays, 8.63%, 496,690

who visit the city to enjoy its cuisines

Madrid cuisine, with its markets,

in total with an average stay of 2.20

and its cultural offering; these tour-

its hundred-year old restaurants, its

days, very similar to that of the pre-

ists usually travel at an affordable

restaurants with stars or its Tapas

vious year. If this growth rate contin-

price and without children. 71% of

districts; and its commercial offer

ues, it is estimated that 2015 will end

those who have answered the survey

that includes traditional businesses

with 342,273 British travellers, com-

are over 35 years of age.

@vivi_hinojosa

and shopping tourism places such as the neighbourhood of Salamanca, Salesas, Malsaña and Conde Duque.

Upcoming events to be held in the capital will also be announced, especially focusing on the Christmas celebrations, its cultural agenda and major sports events, as well as the new openings of hotels and restaurants. As stated by ‘Destino Madrid’, in all, a great opportunity to boost the image of the city as a cultural and city breaks destination, as well as promote the most important news on

British tourists see Madrid as an open and friendly city, full of tradition and good food, with a great nightlife

Museo Thyssen – Bornemisza A wAlk through the history of Art

new channel.

The first On-line Sales Channel for Tourism Professionals.

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Culture and Tourism ever closer.

Register now!

Paseo del Prado, 8. Madrid (+34) 902 760 511 www.museothyssen.org

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Madrid, foodie adventures

If you want it all, try Platea, a multi-purpose culinary and entertainment complex, where you can dine

Madrid 1725: Botín, the world’s oldest restaurant, opens its doors. Madrid 2015: award-winning chef David Muñoz brings us StreetXo, a new eatery inspired by street food.

on dishes prepared by top chefs while taking in a show, or Gourmet Experience at El Corte Inglés, with one of the best views in town.

Tradition and innovation: that sums up Madrid cuisine.

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f you’re looking for foodie adven-

To continue savoring local delica-

tures, Madrid is the destination

cies, check out the city’s gourmet

for you. Treat yourself to a round

food markets: the monumental San

of cañas – or small glasses of draft

Miguel, next to Plaza Mayor; the hip

beer – with the locals, accompa-

San Antón, in the heart of the Chue-

nied by tapas at any of its countless

ca neighborhood; and San Ildefonso,

bars and enjoy their open-minded,

inspired by the street food concept.

friendly nature.

Set out in search of the best calamari sandwich in town at the bars and restaurants in La Latina, the Li-

Experiences aplenty

terary Quarter and Plaza Mayor, in

The sum of all these gourmet

the heart of Hapsburg Madrid. This

experiences is coming in January

local specialty can be enjoyed the

with

traditional way, with breaded squid

Jan - 7th Feb 2016). Restaurants,

and crusty bread, or in the form of

institutions, shops and museums

a modern designer tapa. One thing

are all organizing activities that tie

is always the same, and that’s the

together food and culture, fashion

ingredients: always of the highest

and health.

the

Gastrofestival

quality and based on the healthy Mediterranean diet. Not surprisingly, Madrid boasts the second best fish distribution market in the world and the region produces olive oil

INFORMATION:

with a designation of origin.

www.esmadrid.com/en

(23rd

Enjoy Madrid

Visitas Guiadas Oficiales

Madrid Card

Madrid City Tourr

Faro de Moncloa

Mirador Madrid

BiciMad

Rutas en varios idiomas con los mejores guías profesionales Tours in several languages with the best professional guides

Una torre desde la que contemplar la Sierra de Guadarrama y el norte de Madrid A tower from which you can see the Guadarrama mountains and the north of Madrid

Te facilita la entrada a más de 50 museos y descuentos en tiendas y restaurantes Free entry to over 50 museums and discounts in shops and restaurants

Las mejores vistas del centro de la ciudad desde lo alto del Palacio de Cibeles The best views of the city centre from atop Cibeles Palace

Recorre la ciudad de la forma más divertida, cómoda y sencilla A hop-on, hop-off bus that takes in the city’s top sights

Gracias al servicio de alquiler de bicicletas eléctricas conoce Madrid sobre dos ruedas An electric bike hire service that allows you to explore Madrid on two wheels

Información y ventas / Tickets and Information: turismo@esmadrid.com Centro de Turismo de la Plaza Mayor / Plaza Mayor Tourist Information Centre Plaza Mayor, 27 (bajo / ground floor) (+34) 91 454 44 10

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27 British airports operate direct flights to 28 Spanish destinations

Spain-United Kingdom the best connected flight path in the world Diana Ramón Vilarasau

Easyjet has begun selling tickets on daily flights to

diana.ramon@hosteltur.com

London from Asturias for summer 2016, which will run

@dianaramonv

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from the 26th of March.

Ryanair will open a new route between Alicante and

he market between Spain and the United King-

Newcastle for its summer 2016 programme, as well as

dom is the best connected in the world: 27 Brit-

adding further frequency for its flights to Birmingham,

ish airports operate direct flights to 28 Spanish

Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds and Manchester. It will also

destinations. In fact, Spain continues to be British pas-

connect Malaga airport with Newcastle and add fre-

sengers’ favourite destination and the lead-

quency to its routes between the Costa del Sol

ing foreign market for various British

and Birmingham, Edinburgh and Lon-

airlines.

don and between Seville and London

Spain received 68.1 million pas-

(Gatwick and Stansted).

sengers in 2014 via interna-

Vueling is extending its net-

tional flights (+5.7%). 25.3%

work

of

destinations

from

of the total international ar-

Barcelona this winter to in-

rivals came from the United

clude

Kingdom, over 17.2 million

burgh and Manchester.

passengers

This

will also connect Palma de

means that one in every four

Mallorca with Cardiff dur-

(+4.7%).

Birmingham,

EdinIt

travellers arriving in Spain

ing Easter. Its new routes for

on international flights comes

summer 2016 include connec-

from the United Kingdom, and

tions between Barcelona and

the UK maintains its position as

Leeds, Liverpool and Newcastle.

the main issuing market for airline

This summer, Jet2.com will operate

passengers to Spain. Over 12.2 million passengers used a low cost airline.

New routes Airlines are already presenting new routes. British Airways, which re in-

routes between Palma and ManchesThe Spanish airline company Vueling extends its network to include flights to the UK from Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca.

itiated operations in Valencia this November after nine years, with a con-

ter, with three flights a week as from the 11th of February 2016; Palma and Leeds, with two flights a week as from the 26th of February, and Palma and Edinburgh, two flights a week from the 3rd of March. The two latter are exclusive routes.

nection with London Gatwick airport, will operate the

Monarch Airlines has announced additional routes for

route six times a week during the summer of 2016. The

this winter 2015-16 which will connect Birmingham

airline flies to Alicante, Barcelona, Bilbao, Fuerteven-

with Lanzarote and Gran Canaria; Alicante with Man-

tura, Granada, Gran Canaria, Ibiza, Lanzarote, Madrid,

chester, Leeds Bradford and London Gatwick; London

Malaga, Mallorca, Menorca, Seville and Tenerife.

Gatwick with Menorca; and Manchester with Gran Ca-

Air Nostrum will operate flights to London during

naria and Palma de Mallorca.

Easter, and Iberia Express will begin a new route on the

Norwegian Air Shuttle operates two routes between

27th of March 2016 from Madrid to Birmingham four

the Catalan capital and the UK, to Gatwick and Bir-

times a week.

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Rural, active, environmental and shopping tourism destination

Tourism and culture go hand in hand in Madrid

San Lorenzo de El Escorial is one of the three World Heritage Cities in Madrid.

M

Environmental tourism

Shopping tourism destination

cultural tourism destina-

Another focus of attraction is

Madrid also aspires to become a

tion. An example of this

without a doubt environmental

benchmark for innovation and

is the creation of a cultural-tou-

tourism that will also be boosted

modernity in shopping tourism;

ristic itinerary that will connect

in areas of great potential such as

a key segment because of its sig-

Madrid’s municipalities with the

the Guadarrama Mountain Ran-

nificant contribution to reducing

Region’s World Heritage Cities:

ge National Park. This 30,000

seasonality, its positive economic

Alcalá de Henares, Aranjuez and

hectare area is the fourth largest

impact on other links in the tour-

San Lorenzo de El Escorial; as well

in the network of National Parks

ism chain and its ability to build

as with those in neighbouring re-

and here is where a specific plan

customer loyalty. Madrid asserts

gions, such as Castilla-La Mancha

will be launched that will promote

its strengths in this field: its un-

and Castilla y León, and also with

rural tourism related with the

restricted opening hours and its

Valencia, connected to the capital

environment, historical heritage

wide range of shopping centres,

by AVE.

and gastronomy; this plan in-

large retail stores, and shopping

While promoting the city’s cul-

tends to boost economic develop-

areas located in safe and secure

tural offering, a Commemorative

ment in the area’s municipalities.

destinations that are very well

Commission will be created for the

Therefore converting them into

connected and offer a great value

400th anniversary of the death of

microdestinations for travellers

for money.

Cervantes and this will be a major

who are ever-more looking to live

cultural event for Madrid, bonded

experiences in smaller destina-

to a writer and his work that con-

tions where they hope to discov-

stitute a benchmark for Spanish

er more authentic values and be

literature. The fact is that cultural

attended in a more personalized

activities such as this commemora-

manner as well as enjoy the in-

tion constitute an evident factor for

creasing offer of active tourism

attracting tourists to the region.

activities.

adrid

is

an

extremely

Tourism Association / Region of Madrid

www.turismomadrid.es

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The United Kingdom maintains its position as the region’s second issuing market

Catalonia hopes to consolidate itself as a leading multi-product destination

The British tourist appreciates eco-tourism and activities in nature.

Diana Ramón Vilarasau

‘’continue positioning the Catalo-

appreciates ecotourism and that en-

diana.ramon@hosteltur.com

nia brand and to consolidate it as a

vironmental sustainability will very

leading multi-product destination,

soon become a differentiating factor

n 2014 tourism was once again one

promoting the movement of tour-

within our tourism offering’’.

of the main driving forces of the

ists throughout our territory.’’ They

@dianaramonv

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Catalan economy. Catalonia re-

stress that ‘’in order to achieve this

The destination’s strengths

ceived a total of 16.7 million interna-

it is fundamental that we continue to

Catalonia also boasts a series of com-

tional tourists during last year, 7.2%

improve our online presence and our

petitive advantages when it comes to

more, and these tourists spent 15.030

social media.’’

continuing to attract the British mar-

million Euros. In this respect, British

Catalonia has been declared European

ket. It is a Mediterranean destina-

tourism is a strategic market for Cat-

Region of Gastronomy 2016, so gas-

tion which is easy to get to thanks to

alonia, both for the number of arrivals

tronomy and wine tourism will be the

a great number of flight connections

it provides as for the total expenditure.

two star products in all promotional

between Barcelona-El Prat Airport

Continuing the trend for recovery and

activity to be carried out in the United

and Britain’s main airports.

growth we have seen over recent years,

Kingdom, as stated by the agency.

It is a family-friendly destination,

the UK maintained its position as the

‘’The United Kingdom’s economy is

with its own particular brand grant-

second issuing market in 2014, after

one of the fastest growing in the EU

ed by the Catalan government which

France, and it showed an increase in

and this is reflected in the MICE sec-

guarantees the quality of the servic-

both aspects - arrivals grew by 5.6%

tor, one of the products we have been

es provided to families with children

and expenditure by 7.7%. The mar-

working the most on over the past few

at Catalan destinations certified as

ket provided 1.78 million tourists and

years. The Catalan Tourism Agency’s

family destinations. It has great com-

a total expenditure of 1,292.4 million

office in London will continue to work

plementary cultural, gastronomy and

Euros.

very closely with the UK’s main events

leisure products.

agencies in order to consolidate Cata-

It benefits from the world renowned

Gastronomic region

lonia as one of the main destinations

‘’Barcelona’’ brand. And lastly, a very

The Catalan Tourism Agency high-

for meetings. Lastly, we would like

important aspect for the British mar-

lights its aim and commitment to

to highlight that the British tourist

ket, it offers great value for money.

Only a genius like Gaudí could have created a place like Park Güell.

Only the most creative culinary geniuses could bring you such unique gastronomic experiences.

In Barcelona.

DownloaD barcelona restaurants free app and enjoy the cuisine of barcelona

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Castell de Peralada, feel special the majestic Iglesia del Carme (Carme Church) to civil weddings at the imposing Biblioteca del Castell (Castell Library). And for the reception, choose from a range of rooms each with their own style.

Casino Peralada, at the cuttingedge of gambling This universe of entertainment boasts the most innovative gambling machines and the Sala Americana (American room) and also the Armas room, where you will find blackjack tables, roulette and poker for all levels. You can follow the main sporting events in the Betting Area.

Drinks and cigars, a delightful combination Club Epicur is a select society of smokers, boasting three areas where you can marry the best Cuban cigars with excellent liqueurs surrounded by the Flamenco School’s wall-hangings.

The Patio de les Hores, located inside the fortress, opens every summer for you to enjoy Premium drinks while you

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try your luck on the gaming machines

n the heart of the Alt Empordà and

Moreno who has worked at the pres-

and the roulette tables installed on this

near spectacular natural landscapes

tigious Bulli and Celler de Can Roca.

outdoor courtyard.

such as Aiguamolls del Empordà and

In July and August the main square be-

the Costa Brava, we find one of Cata-

comes La Parilla, a unique Mediterra-

Let the show begin

lonia’s cultural jewels; Castell de Per-

nean buffet, with more than 120 dif-

Castell de Peralada boasts an annual

alada. This medieval fortress has be-

ferent dishes to enjoy under the stars

programme of dinner shows, con-

come a benchmark for global leisure

to the accompaniment of live music. La

certs, tributes bands and more. In ad-

pursuits, combining gastronomy, live

Parilla is often referred to as the buf-

dition, its gardens are the location for

music, events, shows and a wide range

fet of choice for gourmets.What is

the tCastell de Peralada International

of gaming and casino options.

more, you can also enjoy the best brasa

Music Festival which organises more

ampurdanesa (Ampurdan grill) at the

than 20 evenings of internationally

Peralada is gastronomy

Grill del Celler and the Tast i Tastets

renowned opera, classical ballet, con-

Gastronomy is one of Castell de Per-

program,wine pairing dinners which

certs and more.

alada’s strengths, with a wide range of

aim to promote cutting-edge chefs and

excellent dining options which rely on

wine merchants from the Pyrenees.

local produce and the area’s traditional wine-making culture. In the Restau-

Visit us to say “I do”!

INFORMATION:

rant del Castell you will find a selec-

Castell de Peralada is also an idyllic

tion of the best Catalan and Mediter-

place to hold wedding receptions and

ranean cuisine, produced by chef Joan

events. From religious ceremonies at

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Salamanca, Madrid and Malaga have designed specific plans for this segment of demand

Destinations for language tourism strive to accommodate students Vivi Hinojosa

ment signed between ‘Salamanca

company Madrid Destino, the Com-

vivi.hinojosa@hosteltur.com

Ciudad del Español’ (Salamanca,

munity of Madrid and the portal for

the City of the Spanish language) and

Spanish and Latin-American Uni-

Grupo Avanza.

versities, Universia.

continues to grow. Proof of

Madrid

Malaga

this is the almost one mil-

Precisely this year and for the first

And last but not least, Malaga. Ac-

lion foreigners that have visited the

time, the capital celebrated the ‘Ma-

cording to a study by Exceltur with

country to learn the language in the

drid Student Welcome Day’ with

data provided by the Cervantes In-

last year, generating an economic

the intention of officially welcoming

stitute, Malaga, the forth destina-

impact of over 2,000 million Euros

students and helping them to dis-

tion for this market after Salaman-

thanks to their high average spend-

cover the attractions of the city and

ca, Barcelona and Madrid, hopes to

ing and their longer stays. It is also a

its region, as well as access a whole

regain the second position it held a

demand segment that contributes to

range of interesting offers and ser-

decade ago with its ‘Live Spanish in

@vivi_hinojosa

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anguage tourism in Spain

reduce seasonality in destinations, therefore making it an attractive option for cities like Salamanca, Madrid and Malaga, which occupy the top positions among the preferred destinations for students. These destinations strive to accommodate students and give them everything they need and like.

Salamanca is the leading destination for language tourism in Spain and this is greatly due to initiatives such as the “Mesa del Español”, a public-private organisation created ten years ago that brings together representatives from the City Hall, the University of Salamanca, the

Attractions such as the weather, its cultural offering, the hospitality of the population and its high levels of safety and well-being influence the decision of those deciding whether to come to Spain to practice the language.

Pontifical University of Salamanca, the Association of Spanish Schools

vices for their stay. Cultural and live

Malaga’ initiative; for the last four

in Castilla y León and the Chamber

music performances, conferences,

years this initiative has been pro-

of Commerce and Industry.

raffles and competitions through

moting the

When students arrive, they are giv-

social networks were held during the

Spanish in Malaga.

en a card that gives them access to

event.

Therefore, the Costa del Sol capi-

public services, as well as to an office

Around 40 companies and organisa-

tal enhances the value of its appeals

that is set-up exclusively form them

tion have decided to join this initia-

such as the weather, its wide range

in case of problems. Also, and new

tive that is promoted by the univer-

of sports, Andalucian cuisine and the

this year, they are entitled to a 10%

sity accommodation company Aluni.

cultural activities and experiences

discount on bus trips to Madrid and

net. Some of these organisations

that can be enjoyed in the destina-

Barajas airport, thanks to the agree-

are the Town Hall with its municipal

tion.

possibility of learning

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A 24 hour all-inclusive resort in the Le Morne peninsula

RIU Hotels & Resorts proposes an unforgettable experience in Mauritius

The RIU Hotels & Resorts chain owns a spectacular complex consisting of two hotels in Mauritius, Riu Creole and Riu Le Morne; the perfect venues for enjoying this African destination within idyllic surroundings in which to relax and enjoy water sports like you never have before, combined with a varied culinary experience.

vellous resort marks their first establishment ever in the Indian Ocean. It is located on an idyllic beach with moderate climate, where the crystal clear waters are pleasantly warm -they vary in temperature from 23 degrees in winter to 27 degrees in summer- making them ideal for water sports, especially

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wind surfing and kite surfing. he Riu Creole and Riu Le

eastern side of the island, on the Le

The hotels offer the best facilities,

Morne hotels offer excel-

Morne peninsula, just below the his-

including an excellent variety of

lent accommodation with 531

torical Monte Brabant.

culinary offerings; the Riu Creole

For RIU Hotels & Resorts this mar-

has three restaurants including an

rooms and are located on the far

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Asian one and an Indian one- and four bars.

The Riu Le Morne, an adults only hotel, has a sophisticated atmosphere and features two restaurants - one themed- three bars, swimming pool, chill out area with a wide variety of fresh produce and freshly prepared cold or hot meals, as well as special evenings with themed buffets.

Both hotels provide free Wifi access, swimming pools, sunbeds, sun umbrellas and complimentary towels, a solarium terrace, as well as jacuzzi and hammam at no extra cost and other treatments that guests can pay for including hairdressing, beauty salon and massage.

Guests at the resort can enjoy a great

and enjoy all kinds of water sports.

Riu clients can also choose to visit a wide variety of sites of natural interest, such as the seven coloured earths, the Tamarin waterfalls, the craters of extinct volcanoes which deal of both daytime and night time

different shows and a disco open all

have turned into huge lakes or

activities. The daytime programme

night long, as well as a karaoke at

leafy forests, as well as areas where

includes sports such as windsurf-

the Riu Creole.

the island’s colonial past is clear-

ing, kayaking, snorkelling and table

The island of Mauritius is a para-

ly evident, such as the capital city,

tennis, as well as aquagym, stretch-

dise located in the south-east of

Port Louis.

ing or GAP sessions with RiuFit. And

the Indian Ocean, 900km away

if you feel like giving your creativity

from the coast of Madagascar.

free reign, the RiuArt programme

With 58 of the prettiest beaches in

provides a chance to express your

the world and over 330 kilometres

artistic talents, and the Riu Cre-

of coastline, this is the ideal desti-

ole has a specialised children’s

nation if you are looking for some-

entertainment programme. As for

where to relax on white sand, swim

the night time activities available,

in crystal clear water, discover an

these include live music, various

underwater world full of wildlife

For further information please call: Spain: 902 400 502 United Kingdom: 0 870 099 0935 Or visit: www.riu.com Or ask at your local travel agents

Company Address AA HOTELES PASEO DE LA INDEPENDENCIA 23 ABBA HOTELES BERLIN, 51-53 AC HOTELS BY MARRIOTT PARQUE EMPRESARIAL LA FINCA. Pº CLUB DEPORTIVO 1, EDIF. 17 ACCOR HOTELES (SOFITEL/PULMAN/ M GALLERY/NOVOTEL/MERCURE/SUITHOTEL/IBIS/FORMULA1)

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Hotels Rooms 6 357 22 2.100 84 10.387

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Company CONFORT HOTELES CONYBAR HOTELS CORAL HOTELES CORDIAL CANARIAS HOTELS & RESORTS CORPORACION HISPANO HOTELERA, S.A. COSTA BRAVA VERD HOTELS & PETITS GRANS HOTELS DE CATALUNYA DANIYA HOTELS DANTE HOTELES DELFIN HOTELS DERBY HOTELS COLLECTION DOMUS HOTELES DON JUAN HOTELS DORMICUM DREAMPLACE HOTELS & RESORTS DUNAS HOTELS & RESORTS ECO HOTELES EIX HOTELS EIZASA HOTELES EMSAHOTELS ERCILLA HOTELES ESPAHOTEL, S.A. ESPERANZA HOTELES EUROPE HOTELES INTERNATIONAL EVENIA HOTELS EXPO HOTELES & RESORT FADERSON HOTELS FERGUS HOTELES FERIENVEREIN FERRER HOTELS FLORIDA, GRUP HOTELS FONTECRUZ HOTELES FUERTE HOTELES G.S.M HOTELES GALLERY HOTELS GARBI HOTELES GARDEN HOTELS GARGALLO GRUPO HOTELERO GF HOTELES GHT HOTELS GLORIA PALACE THALASSO & HOTELS GOLDEN HOTELS GRAN ISLA HOTELES GRUP SERHS GRUPO ABADES GRUPO ANFI GRUPO AR HOTELES GRUPO BALI GRUPO BATLE(MAR HOTELS, MAJESTIC RESORTS, LIVELY HOTELS) GRUPO CABOT GRUPO FUENSO (HOSPES) GRUPO HOTELES BENIDORM GRUPO HOTELES PLAYA SENATOR GRUPO HOTUSA (EUROSTARS HOTELS -EXE HOTELS) GRUPO HUERTO DEL CURA GRUPO LEVA HOTELS GRUPO LOPESAN GRUPO PIERRE & VACANCES GRUPO PIÑERO (BAHIA PRINCIPE HOTELS & RESORTS-HOTELES PIÑERO) GRUPO REGINA HOTELES GRUPO REINO HOTELES GRUPO SARDINERO GRUPOTEL HOTELS & RESORTS GUITART HOTELS H.TOP HOTELS GROUP

Address MARBELLA, 30 PLAYA DE PALMA ANTONIO RUIZ ALVAREZ, 7 LOS ROBLES, APTOS.MASARU. URB. LA PAZ CARTAGO 22, EL TABLERO VELAZQUEZ 62 TURISME, 1 EUSEBIO SEMPERE, 22 ENTRESUELO MALLORCA, 181 VIA REY SANCHO, 11 VALENCIA, 284 FONCALADA, 10 5º C RIERA, 77 PLAÇA DE LES MARES DE MAIG, 3 ALCALDE WALTER PAETZMAN, SN FRANCISCO GOURIE, Nº 107, 5º RAMBLA CATALUNYA, 116, 2º 1 EDF. MENESTRALIA, SALIDA 35 AUTOPISTA INCA-SA POBLA AV.CESAR AUGUSTO,27 RETIR, 1 ERCILLA, 37-39 PADILLA 32 AVDA. S’ALBUFERA, 4 AVDA. RAFAEL PUIG, 23 MUNTANER, 403 ENTLO 1 AVDA. DE ROMA,2-4 DIAGONAL 662, 3º PLANTA CTRA. N II KM 672.5 CTRA. TOSSA A SANT FELIU, KM.5 ROMERO, 5 JOVARA, 350 ANTONIO MAURA, 7- 1º IZDA AVDA. PUERTA DEL MAR, 15 MONTEARAGON 7, 4º OFICINA 2 ROSELLO 249 POTOSI, 7 MENESTRALS, 5 VIA LAIETANA, 23 - 4º CANDELARIA, 28- ED. OLYMPO 1º AMADEU, 39, ENTLO 2ª LAS MARGARITAS, S/N MARCONI, 16 AVDA. DEL GOLF, 1 APART. JUTLANDIA GARBI 88-90 AUTOVIA A-92, KM 189, 3º PL BARRANCO DE LA VERGA, S/N PASEO CASTELLANA,140-5º. EDF. LIMA AVDA. L’AIGUERA, 15 BAJOS GRAN VIA ASIMA 1 ARAGON, 12-ENTLO.C PZA. MARQUES DE SALAMANCA, 10 GERONA, 39 AVDA. DEL SABINAL, 341 PRINCESA, 58.- PPAL PORTA DE LA MORERA 49 PASEO MARITIMO 15 ALCALDE ENRIQUE JORGE, S/N, ESQUINA PARTERA LEONORITA AVDA. DIAGONAL, 449 1ª PLANTA PLAZA MEDITERRANEO, 5 BALMES, 7, 7º RECOGIDAS, 53 PZA.ITALIA,1 CTRA.PUERTO ALCUDIA-ARTA, S/N CONSTANTI RIBALAIGUA, 7 RIERA D’EN JORDA, S/N

HOTELIER COMPANIES

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Hotels Rooms 3 265 3 574 9 1.349 7 1.636 2 300 80 2.284 2 253 3 160 4 368 14 1.137 15 854 3 1.447 2 107 4 1.200 4 950 8 877 4 1.171 6 430 2 221 3 425 3 250 3 551 8 998 16 2.495 10 2.926 2 59 16 2833 7 853 3 430 3 776 6 308 7 1.639 52 7.804 2 213 7 1.259 12 2.278 19 1.495 4 1.356 10 1.744 4 1.145 5 1.806 5 701 14 2.018 7 660 6 1.018 4 536 3 1.122 11 2.890 3 160 9 469 4 897 33 7.378 146 15.852 2 153 4 381 20 7.494 310 24 12.110 4 338 2 70 3 345 35 5.967 10 1.370 16 4.284

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Company Address Country/State H10 HOTELS NUMANCIA, 185- 1º PLANTA BARCELONA HCC HOTELS DIPUTACION,262-264 BARCELONA HD HOTELS & RESORTS CTRA. DEL RINCON S/N CENTRO CIAL LAS ARENAS LAS PALMAS HELIOS HOTELES CARABELA, 7 MALLORCA HG HOTELES AVDA.DIAGONAL, 626, 2º 1ª BARCELONA HI HOTELS GREMI CIRURGIANS I BARBERS, 48-3º A.POL. SON ROSSINYOL PALMA DE MALLORCA HILTON WORLDWIDE (WALDORF/CONRAD/DOUBLE TREE/EMBASSY/GARDEN INN/HAMPTON/HOMEWOOD/HOME2/HILTON GRAND VACATIONS)

CAPITAN HAYA, 38, 2º, IZQA MADRID HIPOTELS ESTANYOL, 18 MALLORCA HLG HOTELES - ATH HOTELES ATENAS, 25 BARCELONA HM HOTELS - WHALA! HOTELS JAUME III, 26, ENTLO 2F PALMA DE MALLORCA HOSPEDERIAS DE EXTREMADURA BENITO ARIAS MONTANO, 1 ESCALERA 1,3ª, OFICINA 2 BADAJOZ HOTEL PRINCESA YAIZA -FARIONES HOTELS AV. PAPAGAYO 22 LAS PALMAS HOTELANIA AVDA. GRAN VIA, S/N MURCIA HOTELERA POLLENSINA (HOPOSA) LES VELES, 8 MALLORCA HOTELES AD HOC SAMANIEGO 20 VALENCIA HOTELES ANDALUCES CON ENCANTO (HACE) AVDA. DE LA DIPUTACION, SN CADIZ HOTELES BEGOÑA CTRA. DE LA PROVIDENCIA, 566 ASTURIAS HOTELES CENTER PZA. ISABEL LA CATOLICA, 6 GRANADA HOTELES CULTURALES TEMATICOS CL. LOPE DE VEGA, 49 MADRID HOTELES DE CANTABRIA FINCA LOS CUAREZOS, S/N CANTABRIA HOTELES EL CHURRA AVDA. MARQUES DE LOS VELEZ, 12 MURCIA HOTELES ELBA AVDA.MATAPIÑONERA, 11 MADRID HOTELES ENTREMARES SEGUNDA AVENIDA LA MANGA S/N MURCIA HOTELES GAVIMAR AVDA. FDO. TARRAGO, 27, 1º MALLORCA HOTELES GLOBALES LAS SIRENAS, 17 CALA VIÑAS MALLORCA HOTELES H2 ARAGON,281 5º 1ª BARCELONA HOTELES HOLIDAY WORLD AVDA. DEL SOL, ANTIGUA CTRA. NACIONAL 340, KM 215,6 MALAGA HOTELES INTUR AVDA. FERRANDIS SALVADOR, 131 CASTELLON HOTELES MA PZA.MANUEL CANO,2 GRANADA HOTELES MARINA D’OR MOYANO,8 CASTELLON HOTELES MEDITERRANEO AVDA.PAPA LUNA,96 CASTELLON HOTELES MONTE CLARA DE JESUS MONTERO,24 SEVILLA HOTELES NORAT PERALTO A, 32 PONTEVEDRA HOTELES PATO ESTEROS, 3 HUELVA HOTELES POSEIDON ESPERANTO, 9 ALICANTE HOTELES QUO ARDEMANS 13 MADRID HOTELES REVERON GENERAL ARMEÑIME, 26 SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE HOTELES SAINT MICHEL GREMI VELLUTERS, 21 ILLES BALEARS HOTELES SERVIGROUP AVDA. EUROPA 6 ALICANTE HOTELES SUNWING MINERVA, 15 MALLORCA HOTELES VAR ALAMEDA DE SANTA EUFEMIA, 20 SEVILLA HOTELS HOLIDAY PARK GIVEROLA, 4- 6 GIRONA HOTELS ONIX GRAN VIA, 967-981 BARCELONA HOTELS VIVA & VANITY HOTELS MAR I ESTANY, 35 MALLORCA HOVIMA APARTHOTELS TURISTICA KONRAD & HIDALGO,SL PUEBLO CANARIO LOCAL 404 TENERIFE HUSA HOTELES SABINO DE ARANA, 27 BARCELONA IBB HOTELS GREMI FUSTERS, 33 - 3ª PTA. 312 B PALMA DE MALLORCA IBEROSTAR HOTELS & RESORTS (OLE HOTELES) GENERAL RIERA 154 PALMA DE MALLORCA IBERSOL DEL VENDRELL, 2 BAJOS TARRAGONA IBIZA FEELING CARRER DE RAMON Y CAJAL, 2. APDO. 175 IBIZA IGRAMAR HOTELES COLOMBIA, 12 LAS PALMAS ILUNION HOTELS PECHUAN 1 MADRID IMG HOTELES SAN JOSE 21 SEVILLA INSIGNIA HOTELS & RESORTS MAGDALENA MEJIAS, 14 MADRID INSOTEL HOTEL GROUP ARAGON, 71 IBIZA INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP (CROWNE PLAZA/INDIGO/HOLIDAY INNEXPRESS BY HOLIDAY INN/STAYBRIDGE SUITES/CANDLEWOOD)

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Hotels Rooms 51 13.116 9 804 4 642 4 1.031 11 1.023 24 4.791

441895512000 954293820 902929294 971837474 971311500 956350462 915913322

Web www.h10hotels.com www.hcchotels.es www.hdhotels.com www.hoteleshelios.com www.hghoteles.com www.hihotels.net 5.847 1.532 1.655 249 1.002 262 876 90 576 374 1.205 266 206 177 2.183 444 669 6.001 925 864 870 777 1.347 392 621 108 196 1.457 118 262 3.057 4.405 1.783 244 272 165 4.549 1.849 1.492 668 27.262 1.637 216 103 3.600 254 5.700 2.227

E-mail h10@h10hotels.com comercial@hcchotels.com rodriguez@hdhotels.com comercial@hoteleshelios.com hg@grupohg.com info@hihotels.net

915790220 iso.madrid@hilton.com www.hilton.com 3000 971587512 info@hipotels.com www.hipotels.com 28 902112010 www.athhoteles.com 11 971425586 p.a.dirgeneral@hmhotels.net www.hmhotels.net 11 924387447 comercial@hospederiasdeextremadura.es www.hospederiasdeextremadura.es 8 928519222 direccion.asist@princesayaiza.com www.princesayaiza.com 4 968337289 reservasgaviotas@hotelania.com www.hotelania.com 2 971866127 hoposa@hoposa.es www.hoposa.com 15 963921377 epinedo@adhochoteles.com www.adhochoteles.com 3 956815266 comercial@hace.es www.hace.es 5 985133909 begonapark@hotelesbegona.com www.hotelesbegona.com 3 958215969 comercial.marketing@hotelescenter.com www.hotelescenter.com 9 913600011 www.hotelestematicos.com 5 942679332 olimpo@hotelesdecantabria.com www.hotelesdecantabria.com 3 968238400 hotelelchurra@elchurra.net www.elchurra.net 2 914320111 gcporcu@hoteleselba.com www.hoteleselba.com 11 902258282 j.nunez@hmash.com www.entremares.es 2 971657189 gavimar@gavimar.com www.gavimarhoteles.com 4 971132300 comercial@hotelesglobales.com www.hotelesglobales.com 31 934675857 www.hoteles2.com 12 952579700 www.holidayworld.es 4 964394497 reservas@intur.com www.hoteles-intur.com 6 958287447 reservas@hoteles-ma.es www.hoteles-ma.es 5 964727270 redes.sociales@marinador.com www.marinador.com 7 964480914 reservas@hotelesmediterraneo.com www.hotelesmediterraneo.com 3 954085000 hmdircom@hotelesmonte.com www.hotelesmonte.com 5 986733399 comercial@hotelesnorat.com www.hotelesnorat.com 3 959311250 comercial@hotelespato.com www.hotelespato.com 2 965850200 poseidon@hotelesposeidon.com www.hotelesposeidon.com 6 913553200 comercial@hotelesquo.com www.hotelesquo.com 2 922757120 online@hotelesreveron.com www.hotelesreveron.com 5 971274822 saintmichel@saintmichel.net www.saintmichel.net 20 965855900 servigroup@servigroup.es www.servigroup.es 17 971894089 tomas.massanet@sunwing.net 7 954155144 info@hotelesvar.com www.hotelesvar.com 5 972342222 info@hotelesholidaypark.com www.hotelesholidaypark.com 5 933034154 sales@onixhotels.com www.onixhotels.com 3 971897006 info@hotelsviva.com www.hotelsviva.com; www.vanityhotels.com 20 922790964 secretariadireccion@hovima-hotels.com www.hovima-hotels.com 7 935101300 comercial@husa.es www.husa.es 16 971495129 central@ibbhotels.com www.ibbhotels.com 7 971077000 prensa@iberostar.com www.iberostar.com 77 977380405 elena@ibersol.es www.ibersol.es 18 971343614 info@ibiza-feeling.com www.ibiza-feeling.com 4 928472960 info@igramar.com www.igramar.com 2 913839494 marketing@ilunionhotels.com www.ilunionhotels.com 22 954217307 info@omghoteles.com www.imghoteles.com 3 918595347 info@insigniahoteles.com www.insigniahoteles.com 50 971390068 info@insotel.com www.insotel.com 8

Tel +34 934304147 934121500 928491212 971264250 932541390 971433396

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Company Address JM HOTELES CTRA ALICANTE- CARTAGENA KM. 17.200 JS HOTELS CTRA. ALCUDIA-ARTA, 1 KEY HOTELS VIA AUGUSTA, 95 LABRANDA HOTELS & RESORTS CALLE EINSTEIN, S/N, 2º PL LOCAL 217 LOUVRE HOTELS VILLAGE 5 LTI ESPAÑA BELGICA, 54 LUIS HOTELES AVDA. DE ITALIA, 8 MAC HOTELES GREMIO TINTOREROS, 25 A MACIA HOTELES ZACATIN, 25 MAGIC COSTABLANCA AVDA. MARINEROS DE VILLAJOYOSA, 19. ATRIUM T. IV BAJOS MAJESTIC HOTEL GROUP AUSIAS MARC, 48 BAJOS MANOLI HOTELS AVDA. FRANCIA S/N URB. MIL PALMERAS MARINA HOTELS GREMI SUCRERS I CANDELERS,18 MARITIM HOTELES AGUSTIN DE FOXA,16-7º PUERTA 6-ESCALERA D MATAS ARNALOT GRUPO ESPAÑA,1 MAXI HOTELES LOPEZ RUBIO, EDF. TUNDIDORES, 12 MAYORAL HOTELES AVDA.CASTILLA-LA MANCHA,3 MED PLAYA CADENA HOTELERA PLAZA GENERAL MENDOZA,1-6º MEDINA HOTELES FLORIDA, 3 MEDITERRANEO SUR AVDA.MARINA BAIXA,23 MEDIUM HOTELES TRAVESERA DE GRACIA,18-20, ATIC 3º MELIA HOTELS INTERNATIONAL (MELIA/GRAN MELIA/ ME/ INNSIDE/ TRYP/SOL HOTELES/PARADISUS/SOL MELIA VACATION)

GREMIO TONELEROS,24 MIX HOTELS BLAISE PASCAL, S/N EDF. U PLANTA 1 OFICINA 17 (PARC BIT) MLL HOTELS BARTOLOME CALAFELL, 23 MONARQUE HOTELES BARQUILLO,36-1º-3ª MONTEMAR,GRUPO JENARO RIESTRA,8 MS HOTELES LOS NIDOS,23 MUR HOTELS LUIS DORESTE, 95 NATURA HOTELS - GOOD LIFE HOTELS - BACCUS WINE & FOOD-NATURA)

AVDA.VALENCIA,14, 3º-1ª NEST STYLE AVDA DEL CID, 25 1º OF. 6 NH HOTEL GROUP (NH COLLECTION, NHOW y HESPERIA) , SANTA ENGRACIA,120, 7º PL NORDOTEL CTRA.GRAL.DEL SUR,KM.44 NUÑEZ I NAVARRO HOTELS COMTE D’URGELL 230 OASIS HOTELS & RESORTS GOBELAS 17 OCA HOTELS POLIGONO INDUSTRIAL DE XIL OD HOTELS ATENAS 30 - 46 OH!TELS PLAZA EUROPA, 10 EDIFICIO RHIN LOCAL 2 OLA HOTELS GRAN VIA ASIMA,4-5ª PL OLIMAR HOTELES AVDA. GABRIEL COVAS ALEMANY, 2 OLIVIA HOTELS AVDA. GENERALITAT 143 ONAHOTELS COMTE BORRELL 230, 3º PABISA HOTELS AV. FRA JOAN LLABRES, 10 PALAFOX HOTELES AVDA. JUAN CARLOS I PALIA HOTELES PASEO MALLORCA,32 A ENTLO. PALLADIUM HOTEL GROUP AVDA. BARTOLOME ROSSELLO, 18 PALMIRA HOTELS JOSE MARIA PEMAN,15-17 PARADISE HOTELS & RESORTS APTA. LAGO TAURITO S/N PARADORES DE TURISMO DE ESPAÑA JOSE ABASCAL, 2-4, 6º PL PETIT PALACE HOTELES (HIGH TECH HOTELS & RESORTS) PASEO DE LA CASTELLANA, 163,5º IZQ. PLAYASOL HOTEL GROUP METGE JAUME SERRA, S/N, CAS DOMINGUETS PORCEL HOTELES PASEO DE LA SABICA, 40 PORT AVENTURA HOTELS AV. ALCALDE PERE MOLAS, KM 2 PORT HOTELS ESTOCOLMO, 4 PORTBLUE HOTELS & RESORTS CARRETERA ALCUDIA - PUERTO POLLENÇA KM 2 POSADAS DE ESPAÑA JORGE JUAN,9 POUSADAS DE COMPOSTELA VIRXE DA CERCA, 27 PREMIUM SUITES DIPUTACION 195 PRESTIGE HOTELS AVDA. NORD, 45 PRETUR MENENDEZ PELAYO,7 PRINCESS HOTELS ANTONIO GAUDI, 62 PRINSOTEL DEL TER,27. POL. SON FUSTER PROHOGUI-PROMOTORA HOTELERA GUIPUZCOANA TRIUNFO,5

HOTELIER COMPANIES

936801600 naturabcn@grupo-natura.com 963261291 914519718 comunicacion@nh-hotels.com 928157170 central@nordotel.com 935522620 comhotels@nnhotels.com 913728333 Info@hotelesoasis.com 986806701 direcciongeneral@ocahotels.com 971591214 marketing@odhotels.com 977352325 efb@ohtels.es 971432202 ola@olahotels.com 971235205 info@olimarotels.com 933168700 ecommerce@oliviahotels.es 933930630 info@onacorporation.com 971743266 secretariageneral@pabisa.com 876541130 dirmarketing@palafoxhoteles.com 971213533 comercial@palia.es 971313811 971687247 info@palmirahotels.com 928566969 reservas@paradiseresorts.es 915166700 prensa@parador.es 915159450 reservas@petitpalace.com 971304078 info@grupoplayasol.com 958225575 alixares@hotelesporcel.com 977779000 Info@portaventura.es 966803232 reservas@porthotels.es 971546996 marketing@clubpollentia.com 915771735 central@posadasdeespana.com 981569350 gerencia@pousadasdecompostela.com 934533419 info@akosuite.com 972252125 jbosser@prestigehotels.com 941270638 info@pretur.com 977318959 of.reus@princess-hotels.com 971706070 prinsotel@prinsotel.es 943461150 direccion@prohogui.com

BARCELONA VALENCIA MADRID LAS PALMAS BARCELONA MADRID PONTEVEDRA IBIZA TARRAGONA ILLES BALEARS MALLORCA BARCELONA BARCELONA MALLORCA ZARAGOZA ILLES BALEARS ILLES BALEARS MALLORCA LAS PALMAS MADRID MADRID IBIZA GRANADA TARRAGONA ALICANTE ILLES BALEARS MADRID A CORUÑA BARCELONA GIRONA LAS RIOJA TARRAGONA PALMA DE MALLORCA GUIPUZCOA

comunicacion@melia.com customer@mixhotels.com reservas@mllbayhotels.com central@monarquehoteles.es info@hotelesmontemar.com amaragua@arrakis.es info@grupomur.com

971224400 971466017 971261634 913084610 985400100 952370750 928296666

www.grupo-natura.com www.neststylehotels.com www.nhhotelgroup.com www.nordotel.com www.nnhotels.com www.hotelesoasis.com www.ocahotels.com www.od-hotels.com www.ohtels.es www.olahotels.com www.olimarotels.com www.oliviahotels.es www.onahoteles.com www.pabisa.com www.palafoxhoteles.com www.palia.es www.palladiumhotelgroup.com www.palmirahotels.com www.paradisehotels.es www.parador.es www.petitpalace.com www.playasolhotelgroup.com www.hotelesporcel.com www.portaventura.es www.porthotels.es www.portbluehotels.com www.posadasdeespana.com www.pousadasdecompostela.com www.premiumsuitehotels.com www.prestigehotels.com www.pretur.com www.princess-hotels.com www.prinsotel.es www.prohogui.com

www.melia.com www.mixhotels.com www.mllbayhotels.com www.monarquehotels.com www.hotelesmontemar.com www.mshoteles.com www.murhotels.com

Tel +34 E-mail Web 966690236 direccion@jmhoteles.com www.jmhoteles.com 971851206 centraljs@jshotels.com www.jshotels.com 977236900 berenguer@key-hotels.com www.key-hotels.com 928143668 joan.cruz@mpihotels.com 33(0)142914600 omeyer@louvre-hotels.com www.louvre-hotels.com 922381450 sales@lti.de www.lti.de 928774050 dvila@luishoteles.com www.luishoteles.com 971010930 info@mac-hotels.com www.mac-hotels.com 958285806 centralreservas@maciahoteles.com www.maciahoteles.com 965851121 jperez@hoteles-costablanca.com www.hoteles-costablanca.com 934922220 info@majestichotelgroup.com www.majestichotelgroup.com 902125135 reservas@manolihotels.com www.manolihotels.com 971465611 central@marina-hotels.com www.marina-hotels.com 913237756 info.res@maritim.de www.maritim.com 938940320 info@matasarnalot.com www.matasarnalot.com 958015580 info@maxihoteles.com www.maxihoteles.com 925216000 alfonsogr@hotelesmayoral.com www.hotelesmayoral.com 972205212 jrabell@medplaya.com www.medplaya.com 965851844 jpmedina@medinahoteles.com www.medinahoteles.com 965854712 info@medsur-hoteles.com www.medsur-hoteles.com 932096640 info@mediumhoteles.com www.mediumhoteles.com

PALMA DE MALLORCA PALMA DE MALLORCA MALLORCA MADRID ASTURIAS MALAGA LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA

Country/State ALICANTE MALLORCA TARRAGONA LAS PALMAS FRANCIA SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE LAS PALMAS ILLES BALEARS GRANADA ALICANTE BARCELONA ALICANTE PALMA DE MALLORCA MADRID BARCELONA GRANADA TOLEDO GIRONA ALICANTE ALICANTE BARCELONA

280 2 382 17 9 10 14 3 13 9 4 5 25 5 6 6 50 5 4 94 33 35 6 5 7 7 5 6 4 6 4 23 6 4

309 3 6 6 3 7 4

18.500 71 59.047 4.823 908 3.653 1.076 128 2.721 1.347 680 538 1980 818 940 1.268 12.954 802 607 6.000 2.021 5.190 665 2.100 1.327 1.081 476 121 91 954 339 9.823 1.188 214

82.283 218 1.537 1.018 196 764 614

Hotels Rooms 2 220 10 1.430 2 137 21 3328 1.036 79.538 2 222 2 227 5 1.632 8 812 12 2.100 6 694 3 323 6 1.207 51 2 141 5 127 2 178 16 3.925 3 461 5 836 5 331

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HOTELIER COMPANIES

Company Address Country/State PROTUR HOTELS AVDA. MAGNOLIA,6 MALLORCA R2 HOTELES ARTITAS CANARIOS, 8 LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA RAFAEL HOTELES MENDEZ ALVARO, 30 MADRID RH HOTELES MIRADOR 3 ALICANTE RICE HOTELES AVDA. REYES CATOLICOS, 30 BURGOS RITZ CARLTON CTRA. GENERAL TF-47, KM 9 SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE RIU HOTELS & RESORTS RIU CENTRE,CALLE LLAUD,S/N MALLORCA ROBINSON HOTELS CALLE ROBINSON CLUB CALA SERENA MALLORCA ROC HOTELS ENRIQUE ALZAMORA,6, 8º ILLES BALEARS ROOM MATE HOTELS VELAZQUEZ, 50, 3º PLANTA MADRID ROSAMAR HOTELS PAU CASALS 8-10 GIRONA ROYAL PREMIER HOTELES AVDA.CARLOTA ALESSANDRI,18 MALAGA SABINA HOTELS SON JORDI,4 MALLORCA SALLES HOTELS POL. IND. PAEC. 4 GIRONA SANDOS HOTELS & RESORTS MARCONFORT PRINCEPS D’ ESPANYA, 1 NAVE 1 PLANTA BAJA PALMA DE MALLORCA SANSI HOTELS AVDA.PEARSON,1-3 BARCELONA SANTOS HOTELES JUAN BRAVO,8 MADRID SB HOTELS PL. EUROPA, 9 - 11,PLANTA 24 BARCELONA SEASIDE HOTELS AVENIDA DE MOYA,8 LAS PALMAS SERAMAR HOTELES AVDA. 16 DE JULIO, 85 MALLORCA SERCOTEL HOTELS PARIS,120, 1ª PLANTA BARCELONA SERRANO HOTELS AVDA. CALA AGULLA, 123 MALLORCA SERVATUR DORAMAS, 4 PATALAVACA LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA SETHOTELS PLAYA DE SANTO TOMAS, PARCELA H9 MENORCA SH HOTELES DOCTOR ROMAGOSA,1 BAJO VALENCIA SIDORME HOTELES AVDA. OLOF PALME 24 BARCELONA SILKEN HOTELES AVDA. DE AMERICA, 41 MADRID SIRENIS HOTELS & RESORTS DES CUBELLS,32 ILLES BALEARS SOLVASA HOTELES PZA.DR.LETAMENDI,37-1º BARCELONA SOTERAS, GRUP PASEO DE LA MARINA, 212 BARCELONA SPRING HOTELES AVDA. ANTONIO DOMINGUEZ ALFONSO, 8 TENERIFE STARWOOD HOTELS & RESORTS (LE MERIDIEM/ FOUR POINTS/ WESTIN/ ALOFT/ SHERATON/ ELEMENT/ ST REGIS/ W HOTELS/ LUXURY COLLECTION/ARABELLA )

PLAZA DE LAS CORTES, 7 MADRID STIL HOTELS GRAN VIA ASIMA, 4-7º.POL SON CASTELLO PALMA DE MALLORCA SUCO HOTELES CASADO DEL ALISAL,26 PALENCIA SUN CONFORT GROUP GLORIETA CARRASCO,BL.III-5 ESC F BAJO ALICANTE SUNRISE BEACH HOTELS (SBH) AVDA. JAHN REISEN,S/N LAS PALMAS SYMBOL HOTELES AVDA.PALMA DE MALLORCA,45 MALAGA TEMPLE HOTELES AVDA.PORTUGAL, 2 LEON THB HOTELS VIA ALEMANIA,14-6º MALLORCA THE LEADING HOTELS OF THE WORLD ORENSE, 85 EDF. LEXINGTON MADRID THOMAS COOK AG (CLUB ALDIANA) MELINDRAGA, 2 LAS PALMAS TORRE DE CANYAMEL HOTELES CTRA. ARTA - CANYAMEL, KM 8 MALLORCA TORRELUZ HOTELES PLAZA FLORES, 3 ALMERIA TORSE HOTELES SAN RAFAEL, 1-3 VALENCIA TRAVELODGE HOTELES ESPAÑA QUESADA 3 LOCAL B MADRID TRH HOTELES AYALA, 48 DUPLICADO MADRID TUDANCA HOTELES CTRA. MADRID- IRÚN, A-1 KM 153 BURGOS TUGASA PARQUE GONZALEZ HONTORIA,SN CADIZ UNIVERSAL HOTELES GREMIO CIRUJANOS Y BARBEROS, 25. EDF. GENERIUM, BLOQUE B, 3ª PALMA DE MALLORCA UR HOTELS AVDA. ALEXANDRE ROSSELLO, 29 ENTLO ILLES BALEARS VALENTIN HOTELES LUZ,5 MALLORCA VALLADOLID HOTELES NUÑEZ DE ARCE,11 VALLADOLID VELADA HOTELES ALCALA, 476 MADRID VERSER HOTELES TARRAGONA, SN, PLAYA DE FIGUETAS IBIZA VERTICE HOTELES REPUBLICA ARGENTINA S/N SEVILLA VIK HOTELS GROUP RAFAEL CABRERA, 18, 2 C LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA VIME HOTELS & RESORTS JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ, S/N BLOQUE 6 MALAGA VINCCI HOTELES ANABEL SEGURA,11 EDIF.A MADRID VP HOTELES GRAL.DIAZ PORLIER,101 MADRID ZENIT HOTELES PZA. ARAGON, 2- 1º OFICINA COMERCIAL ZARAGOZA ZERCA HOTELES CTRA. DE PRIEGO-ZAGRILLA, KM.3,5 CORDOBA ZT HOTELS AVDA. PAPA LUNA 156 CASTELLON

E-mail recepcion@proturhotels.com secretaria@r2hotels.com rafaelhoteles@rafaelhoteles.com direccioncomercial@hotelesrh.com recepcionrc@ricehotelesburgos.com reservations.abama@ritzcarlton.com prensa@riu.com region@robinson-ep.com centralreservas@roc-hotels.com info@room-matehotels.com rosamar@rosamarhotels.com rpremier@royalpremierhoteles.com oficina@sabinahotels.com Yolanda@salleshotels.com comercialdir@sandos.com pedralbes@sansihotels.com hotelpraga@h-santos.es ggracia@sbhotels.es info@seaside-hotels.com lunatropical@seramarhotels.com correo@sercotel.com direccion@serranohotels.com servatur@servatur.com sethotels@sethotels.com sh@sh-hoteles.com info@sidorme.com rrpp.puertamerica@hoteles-silken.com info@sirenishotels.com direccion.solvasabcn@solvasa.com congress@grup-soteras.com direccion@springhoteles.com

913607275 JuanLuis.Diaz@starwoodhotels.com 971207114 comercial@stilhotels.com 979749044 castillavieja@hotelessuco.com 965852453 booking@sun-confort.com 928875982 comercial@sbhfue.com 952058450 comercial@symbolhoteles.com 987410058 ponferrada@templehoteles.com 971850033 thb@thbhotels.com 915591750 madrid@lhw-offices.com 928169870 971841134 info@torredecanyamel.com 950234399 torreluz@torreluz.es 962872060 info@torsehoteles.com 902050575 salvaro@blueroom.es 913430318 elana.valcarce@trhhoteles.com 947506011 reservasaranda@hotelestudanca.com 956305611 info@tugasa.com 971711746 central@universalhotels.es 971725600 info@urhotels.com 971032000 comercial@valentinhotels.com 983298811 comercial@hotelesvalladolid.com 913756800 mjvelasco@veladahoteles.com 971302804 ibizaplaya@verserhoteles.com 955063100 reservas.aljarafe@verticehoteles.com 928391517 info@vikhotels.com 952829977 comercial@vimehoteles.com 914902650 info@vinccihoteles.com 915625292 comercial@vphoteles.com 976711750 centralcomercial@zenithoteles.com 957720305 info@zercahoteles.com 964010717 marketing@zthotels.com

Tel +34 971585911 928546050 902100015 965853939 947222300 922126000 971743030 971659504 971213090 913995777 972364422 952371255 971585214 972652363 971783300 932063880 914263942 935011400 928763308 971431266 933636363 971564312 928152777 971370531 963373951 935839975 917455400 971312512 902500838 936651900 922787748 www.starwoodhotels.com www.stilhotels.com www.hotelessuco.com www.sun-confort.com www.sbhfue.com www.symbolhoteles.com www.hotelestemple.com www.thbhotels.com www.lhw.com www.aldiana.de www.torredecanyamel.com www.torreluz.es www.torsehoteles.com www.travelodgehoteles.es www.trhhoteles.com www.hotelestudanca.com www.tugasa.com www.universalhotels.es www.urhotels.com www.valentinhotels.com www.hotelesvalladolid.com www.veladahoteles.com www.verserhoteles.com www.verticehoteles.com www.vikhotels.com www.vimehotels.com www.vinccihoteles.com www.vphoteles.com www.zenithoteles.com www.zercahoteles.com www.zthotels.com

17 7 3 3 8 2 3 17 430 11 3 3 3 5 9 4 9 12 3 14 3 5 3 3 10 3 36 4 25 2 5

3.528 916 215 707 2.656 447 301 3.263 361 67 131 718 625 1.666 220 194 1.794 170 3.664 78 504 398 382 1.318 507 5.247 265 1.989 52 1.174

Web Hotels Rooms www.proturhotels.com 17 3.782 www.r2hotels.com 4 928 www.rafaelhoteles.com 6 843 www.hotelesrh.com 15 1.621 www.ricehotelesburgos.com 4 240 www.abamahotelresort.com 80 469 www.riu.com 104 44.490 www.robinson-ep.com 5 1.611 www.roc-hotels.com 19 4.057 www.room-matehotels.com 19 1261 www.rosamarhotels.com 4 760 www.royalpremierhoteles.com 2 386 www.sabinahotels.com 2 299 www.salleshotels.com 10 963 www.sandoshotels.com-www.marconfort.com 13 4.662 www.sansihotels.com 3 240 www.h-santos.es 11 2.563 www.sbhotels.es 7 1.236 www.seaside-hotels.com 4 1.208 www.seramarhotels.com 4 818 www.sercotel.com 168 17.103 www.serranohotels.com 5 700 www.servatur.com 10 1.713 www.sethotels.com 8 793 www.sh-hoteles.com 7 1.104 www.sidorme.com 10 874 www.hoteles-silken.com 32 4.669 www.sirenishotels.com 11 3.512 www.solvasa.com 4 462 www.grup-soteras.com 4 395 www.springhoteles.com 3 1.076

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CUB

The British market grows on a par with a rise in the number of arrivals to Cuba Just as Cuba shows a 17% increase in tourist arrivals, the number of UK travellers to the Island increases 28.6%

C

uba received a total of 94,595 visitors

from

the

United

Kingdom between January

and July 2015 –latest figures provided by the National Bureau of Statistics and Information-, 28.6% more than in the same period of 2014, making this European country Cuba’s third tourist issuing market and accounting for 4.3% of the total number of arrivals to the Island during this period.

Specifically in July, 13,308 visitors were British, representing a 35.2% rise in regards to the same month of 2014 and therefore returning to its traditional second place in the ranking.

After several years of constant depression in the number of arrivals to Cuba, in 2015 the UK has

range of a total 2,190,134 tourist ar-

ing and consolidating itself as one

shown signs of recovery. Looking

rivals to the island, showing a 17%

of the country’s main sources of

back briefly, we can see that 2009

increase in comparison to 2014.

income. These turn outs have been

closed with 88.9% of the arrivals

Canada, Germany, England, France

influenced by both airline compa-

registered in 2008, and contin-

and Italy were top of the list, fol-

nies that have increased the fre-

ued with negative numbers during

lowed by Mexico, Venezuela, Ar-

quency of their flights, reopened

2010/2009, until May 2010 when it

gentina, Spain, Chile and the Rus-

old flight connections and start-

showed a rise in the total number

sian Federation.

ed-up new routes, and cruise activ-

of visitors, a rising trend that only

It is important to state that during

ity that continues to rise.

lasted until 2011. Numbers from

2015, by March 21st Cuba registered

Hence, hard work is being done to

2012, 2013 and 2014 were negative

one million visitors, eleven days

increase the accommodation ca-

(87.4%, 97.3% and 82.9% respec-

before it did so in 2014; and two

pacity and concerning this, the Cu-

tively); even by the end of 2014 it

million international visitors by

ban Minister of Tourism, Manuel

ranked third in arrivals, passing

July 10th, thirty-nine days earlier

Marrero, stated that a development

its usual second place on to Ger-

than in 2014.

strategy is being implemented that

many.

The rapid escalation in the number

includes the construction of several

Overall, numbers by the end of this

of foreign visitors this year ratifies

new hotels and the preservation of

year’s seventh month were in the

that tourism in Cuba is still grow-

others.

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Holguín… The most beautiful of lands

A

s legend tells it, “the most

staff and its personalised service and

aim of increasing the flow of tou-

beautiful of lands” was the

has received several awards: Certifi-

rists; accommodations that honour the town are the Hoteles Encanto,

sentence spoken by Chris-

cation from the Quality Management

topher Columbus when he landed on

System, National Environmental Re-

Hotel E Ordoño and Hotel E Arsenita,

the coast of Holguín; when he sailed

cognition, Certification of Excellence

belonging to Cubancán Group’s lu-

the seas in search of new routes to

- awarded by TripAdvisor, Zoover Re-

xurious Encanto Hotels’ brand.

trade with India, an event known by

cognition three years in a row and the

The four-star EOrdoño Hotel is pla-

the name of the Meeting of the Two

2014 Quality Award.

ced in Gibara’s tallest building (1927),

Cultures.

Founded in 1817, Gibara, a fishing vi-

an exquisitely restored jewel of local architecture. This accommodation offers exceptional heritage values, modern comfort and a personalised service in an ideal setting for those looking to relax in an environment that guarantees its visitors unforgettable experiences. It has twenty-seven spacious rooms overlooking the city and the Bay of Gibara, an “à la carte” restaurant, lobby bar, terrace bar and a 24 hour snack service; each room is air conditioned, has a bathroom, hair dryer, telephone, satellite TV, minibar and safe.

Located in the Historic Centre of Villa Blanca, the E Arsenita Hotel is set in a building that dates back to the

Located in the north-eastern part

llage known as “La Villa Blanca de los

beginning of the twentieth century;

of Cuba, the Holguín province offers

Cangrejos” (The White Village of Crabs),

it recreates the atmosphere of a fa-

over 220 sites of interest for tou-

is 32 kilometres from the city of Hol-

mily home, where privacy, comfort

rism, 5,419 rooms to rent and mo-

guín. Declared a National Monument,

and a personalised service predo-

dern tourism infrastructures, a great

it stands out for its beautiful natural

minate in a unique environment.

amount of resources that make it

environment and its revealing co-

It has twelve standard rooms – one

possible to combine different types

lonial architecture. History, archi-

for disabled people – overlooking

of tourism: beach, nautical, nature,

tecture, urbanism and nature come

the city, the courtyard and the sea;

city and health. Its main cities –

together here in one of the most

they are all air-conditioned, with a

Holguín, Gibara and Banes – possess

outstanding Cuban historical centres

bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, sa-

a rich historical-cultural, tangible

of the nineteenth century. Highly

tellite TV and minibar.

and intangible heritage.

recommended visits are the “Museo

Holguín implements a programme

The Brisas Guardalavaca, a four-star

de Ambiente Colonial Cubano” (Cuban

to rescue and refurbish buildings of

hotel with 437 rooms and located on

Colonial Furnishings Museum), located

heritage value that can be accom-

the beachfront, stands out amongst

in a neoclassical style mansion built

modated to set-up comfortable ho-

the destination’s emblematic hotels.

in 1872, the “Bateria Fernando VII”

tels. This is already being done with

This hotel is All-inclusive and offers

(Fernando 7th’s Battery), The El Faro

a building that dates back to the ni-

a wide range of services; ideal for fa-

Restaurant, the twentieth Century

neteenth century, a cavalry barrac-

milies, weddings, honeymoons and

cultural recreational centre and the

ks of Spanish troops; today work is

the renewal of vows. Since it opened

La Loja Snack Bar.

being done to convert this building

its doors twenty years ago it has been

Today accommodation infrastructu-

into a hotel that should be finished

characterised for the charm of its

res are promoted in Gibara with the

by 2015, Hotel La Caballeriza.

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Santiago de Cuba, birthplace of Carlos Segrera Fernández, creator of oriental architecture MSc. Joanna Tejera Mosquera MSc. Guillermo Rodríguez Cortés Eng. Marisol Rodríguez Correa

S

antiago de Cuba is not only unique because of the hospitality of its people and its

picturesque geographical environment, but also for its rich history, traditions and unquestionable heritage values accumulated throughout its half a millennium of existence.

Within the city’s estimable layout, in the making since 1515, different architectonical examples from the colonial period and also from republican and revolutionary times coexist in harmony. The city has, without a

umentality distinctively mark his

cated in the historical street of En-

doubt, a rich legacy when it comes to

work with an eclectic style; his tal-

ramadas.

architecture.

ent is directly or indirectly present in

Considered a treasure of Cuba’s ec-

To

Segrera

many different works. Segrera mas-

lectic legacy, it was one of the first

Fernández we owe, from an aesthet-

the

architect

Carlos

tered Santiago’s urban lines from the

“high-rise buildings” to be built

ical point of view, the visual concep-

early 20th century; his architecture

in Santiago de Cuba and is about to

tual elements of the buildings built

became art. Omar López, Curator of

celebrate its 100 years. It has four

between 1900 and 1958 and the as-

the City, stated: “Young Segrera was

floors, each extravagantly and het-

similation and reinterpretation of a

the master of an era of eras in the city

erogeneously decorated, which as-

wide range of formal codes that have

of Santiago de Cuba, a great dreamer,

tonished and arouse the admiration

overlapped in time and now form

in an extraordinary time. He was the

of the city’s people. The interven-

this inherited scene, to elaborate a

grand master of eclecticism and he

tion included a major renovation of

passage leading to a communicative

never hesitated in build taller build-

the property and it was extended

flow of interculturality.

ings, despite the seismic risks in that

towards two nearby walls to there-

Segrera was born in Santiago de Cuba

part of the country”.

fore become a Cubanacán Hotel E

on February 29th 1881. He studied

The Ministry of Tourism, in com-

(Encanto) with thirty-nine rooms

architecture in Spain and in Havana

memoration of the 500th anniver-

(thirty-six standard rooms and three

where he graduated in July 1900; He

sary of the founding of Santiago de

suites). The culinary, commercial

also graduated in civil engineering

Cuba and the 62nd of the heroic deed

and public areas are located on the

and surveying.

of Moncada, has made different in-

hotel’s first floor, guest rooms are on

From 1908, when he took on the job

vestments with the aim of boosting

the floors above and the Roof Garden

of municipal architect in Santiago de

the demand for city, cultural, his-

can be found on the fifth floor.

Cuba, until his unexpected death in

torical, and heritage tourism, with

August 1922 at only 42 years of age,

special focus on circuits and routes.

he revolutionised architecture in the

One of these investments is the re-

city where he was born and also in

furbishment, for the use of tourism,

other areas of the old eastern prov-

of one of Segrera’s most relevant

ince. He is believed to be a forefather

pieces of work in Santiago de Cuba,

of urban progress. Volume and mon-

the emblematic Imperial Hotel, lo-

Consulted sources: Eduardo Pinto Sánchez: El hombre que «empinó» a Santiago, EN Juventud Rebelde, August 10th 2013 www.ecured.cu/index.php/Carlos_ Segrera_Fernandez Manzanillo Digital Encyclopedia

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Gran Caribe Hotel Group Once-in-a-lifetime experiences

E

xclusivity, good taste and culture set the Gran Caribe Hotel Group apart from all others; over the

last two decades it has remained the top preference for the most diverse and demanding customers. The compa-

ny runs fifty two hotels and welcomes tourists from all over the world with an ideal combination of hospitality and a number of different services. The hotel product will continue to adapt, always in pursuit of offering customers the best available cultural and recreational options our facilities have to offer. Most of the tourists who visit our

want to visit Cuba. It is a three-star

hotels come back again because they

hotel with 366 rooms and operates on

know for sure that they will live and

an All-inclusive basis.

take back a part of the history of Cuba

Kawama stands out for its architecton-

and its people.

ical design and tradition; it consists of houses, cottages and bungalows sur-

Gran Caribe in Varadero:

rounded by green gardens and located

Famous amongst the world’s most

very near to the blue seaside of one

family environment. It is an All-inclu-

beautiful beaches and one of the most

of the most beautiful beaches in the

sive three-star hotel with 292 rooms.

visited tourist destinations in Cuba,

world: Varadero.

Centrally located and very near to the

Varadero Beach stretches along twenty

The hotel reception, found in the main

beach, it is a place to enjoy nature and

two kilometres of fine white sand ca-

building, recreates the ambiance of an

the comfort of its services.

ressed all year round by warm, crystal

old Spanish colonial villa with quarry

clear waters.

stone walls and arches.

Its seabed, of unique beauty, is ideal for

This villa offers its guests comfortable

contemplative snorkelling, diving and

rooms and the possibility of practicing

other water sports.

a diverse range of water sports.

Club Kawama

Villa Tortuga

The Club Kawama Hotel is an ide-

Belonging to the Gran Caribe Hotel

al place for families and couples who

Group, Villa Tortiga provides an ideal

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Baracoa: where Cuba begins

B

aracoa, near to celebrating its 505th anniversary, was the first of the Villas to be founded by,

the before-his-time, Diego Velázquez back in 1511. Ever since then it has had “that magical touch” that makes it unique in time. No visitor, Cuban or foreign, can resist the temptation of visiting and discovering this town.

In the southern part of the Cuban is-

land, the beautiful landscapes that blend into the Sagua-Baracoa mountain range and the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea, offer visitors a magnificent initial prelude that then takes

a great part of the world because it is

to be forgotten when visiting the city.

them deep into La Farola, an amazing

home to the best Cocoa on our island.

The professional service of the staff

viaduct with several hanging bridges

At Duaba Farm, thanks to Cuba’s first

combined with an excellent proposal of

that in a short time takes travellers to

cocoa education trail, an approximate-

traditional food or international dishes

the Northern part of the country, also

ly 45 minute tour, visitors will have the

made with ingredients associated with

the setting for beautiful landscapes

one-off chance to learn about the dif-

chocolate and coconut will delight your

and other very significant places such

ferent types of plants cultivated in this

palate thanks to this unique experi-

as the Alejandro de Humbolt Park, a

area and they will be shown the differ-

ence.

World Heritage Site.

ent ways in which crops are harvested

To extend your stay and learn more

From the Maguana Beach to the mouth

and processed by the farmers.

about Baracoa’s culture – “the leg-

and canyon of the Yumurí River, the

end of Pelu”, typical dances like the

Grupo de Turismo Gaviota S.A. offers

Nengón Kiribá, etc – Gaviota offers

visitors hotel and non-hotel facilities,

over 200 rooms in different establish-

combining nature, history, tradition,

ments in the city itself and very near-

sea, facilities for relaxing and above

by: Porto Santo and El Castillo hotels,

all the professionalism of its staff. All

La Rusa, Río Miel, 1511 and La Habanera

of this with the aim of satisfying the

hostels, and Villa Maguana are always

needs of those who decide to visit us.

pleased to provide their services.

“Tierra entre ríos” is the Aboriginal

The incomparable natural environ-

name for Guantánamo, the province

In turn, the Rancho Toa Farm, locat-

ment that surrounds Baracoa, the

where Baracoa is located. Nothing bet-

ed about eight kilometres from the

“First City” in Cuba and the only set-

ter to define two tourist attractions

city, presents how peasants live, their

tlement to be almost 505 years old,

that are bordered by the Duaba and Toa

customs, the means of transport used

makes the north-eastern tip of Cuba a

Rivers.

in Cuba’s mightiest river, traditional

real paradise.

Duaba Farm is a rural site located in the

food and basic agricultural products

vicinity of the Duaba River, six kilo-

from the area (coconut and cocoa). It

metres from the city of Baracoa and

is a spectacle of nature, where one can

surrounded by cocoa plantations and

make out the majestic Yunque, the

other types of fruit trees typical to the

city’s symbol of nature.

region. It has a countryside restaurant,

Baracoa preserves clear evidence of the

ideal to enjoy an excellent peasant

solid system of Colonial forts that de-

lunch or dinner seasoned to the Bara-

fended the city from the sieges of pri-

coa style.

vateers and pirates; today, one of them

Baracoa is famous all over Cuba and in

is the La Punta Restaurant, a place not

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Paradisus Princesa del Mar, an exceptional resort guests, who can enjoy cocktail-making workshops, salsa classes, an experience at the Yhi Spa, pool games and a special dinner at the Hill Top Hideaway restaurant.

Worthy of a special mention is the Royal Service area, the ultimate expression of luxury at the Paradisus Resorts. This is a superior hotel within the hotel, an area with exceptional attention, butler service and exclusive facilities. Royal Service guests enjoy 24-hour room service,

E

xceptional is the adjective that

Premium drinks, free Wi-Fi connec-

best describes Paradisus Princ-

tion, pool & beach concierge, daily

esa del Mar, a Five Star Plus

diving sessions, unlimited green fee

resort managed by Meliá Hotels Inter-

at the Varadero Golf Club, transfers

national on the most famous beach in

included and priority reservations in

Cuba. Everything there is designed to

the resort’s specialist restaurants.

make each stay a memorable experi-

They also have a hydrothermal cir-

ence, from its spacious, ever-cool lob-

cuit and discounts on massages at

by, with views of the pool and outdoor

the lobby area, with outdoor spaces

the Yhi Spa, which renews the body

areas, to its stretch of beach, one of

for cocktails and coffee breaks. All

and revitalises the mind in its area of

the finest in Varadero.

are equipped with Internet connec-

almost one thousand square metres.

Paradisus Princesa del Mar is an Ul-

tions and facilities, Wi-Fi and expe-

Paradisus Princesa del Mar also boasts

tra All Inclusive resort for over 18s

rienced, friendly and professional

what we have named our Luxury

only, covering an area of 12 hectares

staff to organise and coordinate any

Rooms, spacious rooms classed as

at the tip of the Hicacos Peninsu-

kind of activity

suites, which, due to their design and

la. This area boasts 630 rooms, all

Of the Meliá Cuba hotels, Paradis-

luxury services, are highly recom-

suites and including the wonderful

us Princesa del Mar is renowned for

mended for couples. Some boast views

Garden Swim Up Pool Junior Suites,

welcoming honeymoon couples, but

of the garden and an outdoor Jacuzzi

the first of their kind in Cuba, with

is also a real treat for lovers of the

on the terrace, whilst others have sea

Balinese bed on the terrace and di-

sea and water activities, thanks to its

views and romantic amenities.

rect access to a beautiful pool.

proximity to Marina Gaviota de Va-

Those seeking privacy, exclusive fa-

There are twenty or so gastronomic

radero, currently being extended to

cilities, personalised service and su-

options, with a choice of restaurants

become the largest marina in Cuba.

perior comfort will find at Princesa

(buffet, Caribbean, Japanese, Ori-

As this is an adult only resort, it

del Mar pure luxury on the best of

ental, French, Italian and gourmet),

boasts an atmosphere of light enter-

beaches.

a snack bar and bars of every kind,

tainment with life enriching activi-

each with its very own appeal and

ties and opportunities to experience

specialities. Plaza Vieja (Old Square)

the local culture. The White Nights

is ideal for enjoying some out-

have a bicycle acrobatics show, and

door conversation, one of the many

a live painter who, in harmony with

places in the resort used for so-

the DJ, records on canvas what is

cial events. For business meetings,

happening at the party. Meanwhile,

there is a large convention area with

the Honeymooners’ Day is a whole

3 multi-purpose function rooms in

day dedicated to our honeymoon

PARADISUS PRINCESA DEL MAR RESORT & SPA Carretera Las Morlas km 19 ½, Varadero, Matanzas Tel. (53 45) 667200 Fax: (53 45) 667201 paradisus.princesa.del.mar@meliacuba.com www.paradisus-princesadelmar.com Facebook/ParadisusPrincesadelMarCuba

R O Y A L

S E R V I C E

Paradisus Princesa del Mar is the shimmering jewel of the hotels in Varadero. And Royal Service makes it even more luxurious, where the ultimate in comfort, down to the finest detail, is the exceptional norm.

www.paradisus-princesadelmar.com

E X C E P T I O N A L ROYAL SERVICE I LUXURY ROOMS I YHI SPA I MEETINGS & EVENTS I ADORE BY MELIĂ CUBA

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Havanatur UK: The best doorway to discovering Cuba

H

avanatur is the world’s leading expert on travel to Cuba with offices all over the

world, dedicated to offering flexible and specialised services to our clients. Our head office is located in Havana and we also have offices throughout the island, with a local representative team available to offer advice during your stay in Cuba.

resque tobacco growing region of the

can be sure that all your money pay-

Vinales Valley.

ments and holiday arrangements are

The UK team has an excellent

Our Cradle of the Revolution tour explo-

secure. In addition we are a member

knowledge of Cuba and it travels re-

res Eastern Cuba including Bayamo ,

of the highly respected Caribbean

gularly to the island to keep ahead

the site of the War of Independence,

Tourism Organisation.

of developments in this fascinating

Santiago de Cuba - a fascinating and

Many of the flights and flight-in-

destination. We are delighted to in-

diverse city- and Baracoa, the oldest

clusive holidays in this brochure are

troduce our dedicated Cuba brochure

colonial town in the Americas.

financially protected by the ATOL

to you, although we feel it is purely

If you would rather relax and let so-

scheme. But ATOL protection does

an introduction to countless tra-

meone else do the driving, we are

not apply to all holiday and travel

vel opportunities that are available

able to tailor any desired itinerary

services listed in this brochure. Plea-

through Havanatour UK. We are loo-

in a private vehicle with a driver and

se ask us to confirm what protection

king forward to offering our expert

English speaking guide. Please con-

may apply to your booking. If you do

service and helping to arrange your

tact us if this interests you, even for a

not receive an ATOL Certificate then

trip to Cuba.

few days of your holiday, and we will

the booking will not be ATOL protec-

Whatever your requirements, our

do the rest.

ted. If you do receive an ATOL Certi-

specialist team of travel consultants

A number of respected scheduled ca-

ficate but all the parts of your trip are

has the expertise to design an itine-

rriers fly to Havana with a wide choi-

not listed on it, those parts will not

rary to suit your needs. We are able

ce of regional departures across the

be ATOL protected.

to book and advise you on an exten-

UK. We are also able to arrange do-

Please take a look at our booking

sive range of hotels throughout the

mestic flights for flying within Cuba.

conditions for more information, or

island, create itineraries around self

Havanatour is able to arrange other

for further information about finan-

drive or private car hire, as well as

specialised trips, such as Bird-wat-

cial protection and the ATOL Certifi-

offer a comprehensive network of

ching, Diving, Fishing, Golf, Salsa

cate, please visit:

transfers and domestic flights.

and Trekking.

www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate

Our very popular and well established

Havanatour is delighted to be able to

Pearl of the Caribbean tour takes you to

offer a selection of excursions that

Havana -Cuba’s unique historic capi-

can be booked before you leave home.

tal -, the colonial cities of Cienfuegos

Havanatour is fully bonded with the

and Trinidad, Che Guevara’s mauso-

Civil Aviation Authority and holds

leum in Santa Clara and the pictu-

both ATOL and IATA licences, so you

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Blue Diamond Resorts: A luxury experience in Cuba

B

lue Diamond Hotels & Re-

that offers outstanding value and a

impressive theatre that can accom-

sorts is an innovative hotel

lively and luxurious holiday atmos-

modate up to 1,000 people. Guests

management company that

phere. Starfish Resorts provides

can enjoy culinary delights from

specialises in offering top quality

an active schedule of social events

holiday experiences in tropical en-

for guests of all ages: dance class-

vironments, especially in beach-

es, sports activities and a lot more.

front settings across the Caribbean

Comfortable rooms, 24/7 all inclu-

and Mexico. Since its foundation in

sive services and its profession-

2011, Blue Diamond has grown and

al and friendly staff make Starfish

now offers over 11,000 rooms in six

Resorts an ideal destination for sun

different countries. With its per-

and sand lovers.

sonalised and all-inclusive services, its portfolio includes four distinct brands: Memories Resorts, the modern All-inclusive Royalton Resorts with All-In Luxury™ services, as well as adults-only CHICH by Royalton and Starfish Resorts.

It is currently ranked as the second most important hotel chain on the Island that is managed by a foreign company, with 14 premises and over 8,400 rooms in the country’s main destinations. It has major plans for expansion together with all of the Cuban owned chains to continue to grow throughout the country. One of its major contributions in the Cuban destination is the fact that it provides new experiences by offering all of

In Cuba, one of the hotels operated

different parts of the world at any

its hotel staff training and self-im-

under this new brand is the Star-

of the two buffets and four à la carte

provement courses at the hand of

fish Cayo Santa María hotel. Starfish

restaurants. The resort has two bar

specialised experts. The Royalton

Santa María is surrounded by ample

areas where bartenders will serve

Cayo Santa María hotel was voted

vegetation and has two large swim-

food and drinks 24/7.

number one All-Inclusive Resort in

ming pools. It offers comfortable ac-

Sartfish Cayo Santa María’s All-In-

the World by TripAdvisor in its 2014

commodation options at the resort

clusive programme offers an array

awards. The most important recent

including suites and junior suites

of activities: ranging from snorkel-

development

with amazing views over the tropical

ling and kayaking during the day,

product portfolio is the addition of

in

Blue

Diamond’s

gardens and the sea.

to theatrical entertainment in the

the Grand Memories Varadero hotel

Families will value the supervised

evenings. Beyond the All-Inclusive

(formerly known as Hotel Riu Vara-

activities at the kids club, and cou-

plan, guests can also choose to take

dero) on Abril 1st 2015. With this lat-

ples may wish to make use of the

advantage of the additional on-site

est addition, the company has intro-

romance and wedding services. The

services: the rental of equipment

duced the Grand Memories superior

scheduled daily activities and sports

to practice motorised water sports,

quality five-star brand into Cuba.

will

entertained,

massages and beauty treatments,

Blue Diamond has launched Starfish

while evening performances and

jeep and scooter rentals, babysitting

Resorts, a new All-Inclusive brand

daytime events are hosted in the

services, and much more.

keep

everyone

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Discover Cuba with two tours brought to you by Gaviota Tours S.A. Santa María, where they will stay at an All-inclusive Hotel. This tour is available every Monday of each month.

The second tour is called Cuba: culture and traditions. After centuries, the fusion of the Island’s different races and customs have come together to form a single culture. This seven day tour explores the Cuban way of life and takes visitors to the cities of Havana, Viñales, Santa Clara, Cienfuegos and Trinidad.

To top it off it also offers travellers accommodation at an All-inclusive hotel either in Varadero or Cayo Santa María.

This second tour includes a visit to the city of Havana, stopping at a to-

G

aviota Tours Travel Agency,

into contact with the island’s nature

bacco factory, the Rum Museum and

part of Grupo Gaviota S.A. has

and culture.

the Morro-Cabaña Park, with walks

been operating in Cuba for over

This tour includes visits to different

around the city’s Historical Centre. A

two decades. It offers visitors the in-

places in Havana, including the His-

visit to a tobacco factory in Pinar del

frastructures of a leading company of

torical Centre, a tobacco factory, the

Río is scheduled and tours are organ-

its kind, composed of a wide network

Rum Museum and the Morro-Cabaña

ised around the Valle de Viñales Na-

of three, four and five-star hotels lo-

Park among others. Later, in the city

tional Park, a Protected Cultural Land-

cated all over the Island.

of Santa Clara visits are organised to

scape and National Natural Landmark.

Gaviota has partnered with major hotel

the Che Guevara Mausoleum. In Cien-

In the city of Santa Clara visits to Che

chains from all over the world includ-

fuegos, city founded by the French

Guervara’s Mausoleum and to the Ar-

ing Meliá, Iberostar, Blue Diamond and

and a World Heritage Site, there is

moured Train Monument. In Cienfue-

Blau among others. It also operates its

a tour around the Historical Centre.

gos there are tours around the Tomás

own land transport company (Trans-

That same evening, visitors will stay

Terry Theatre, an architectonic jewel

gaviota), car rental company (Rent

in Topes de Collantes. After visiting

of the nineteenth century, and around

a Car Via), marina (Marina Gaviota),

the “Footprints of History” trail that

the Palacio del Valle Palace. Visitors

airline (Aerogaviota) and a network of

ends at the welcoming Salto de Javira

can enjoy a City Tour around Trini-

restaurants.

The agency’s sustained

(Javira Waterfall), travellers will have

dad, a city that preserves the charm

work and professionalism have con-

the choice of visiting Varadero or Cayo

and splendour of its Colonial past; and

tributed greatly to consolidate Cuba’s

later they will have the choice of an

position as a tourist destination in the

All-inclusive hotel either in Varadero

main tourist issuing markets, guar-

or Cayo Santa María.

anteeing an increase in the number of visitors to the Island.

Gaviota Tours offers visitors two new special tours. The first, Cuba and its charms, lasts for a total of six days and five nights. Havana, Santa Clara, Cienfuegos, Topes de Collantes, Varadero and Cayo Santa María have many treasured charms that make them ideal places for those who want to come

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Santiago de Cuba, a symbol of Caribbean tourism Omar López Rodríguez Curator of the City

T

he villa of Santiago was founded in the American world in 1515 and five hundred years

have gone by since then; enough time to define itself as a city with a rich history and a diverse and mixed culture, bearer of a spiritual and material legacy, transcendent and representative of an appealing and magical world as is the Insular Caribbean.

Credited with being the most Caribbean city in the Cuban archipelago, this city in the south-eastern part of the biggest island, is inextricably

The Cathedral of Santiago de Cuba.

linked to the scenes passed-by by the first Columbine voyages to the

participants that look forward to ful-

amphitheatre facing the bay, a city of

routes then followed by sailors and

ly enjoying it every year.

stairways and winding streets, parks

conquerors from the Spanish empire

The city, the setting for this cultur-

and boulevards; the entire city is a

in the sixteenth century; it was inti-

al world, is also a complex and rich

propitious place for exchanges and

mately related with the forced early

sample of architectural and urban

social contact and to discover first-

migration of the African continent

evolution that guarantees a unique

hand the evolutionary outcome of

and it was part of a fortified Caribbe-

and authentic image that is validat-

the cultural and ethnic mix resulting

an that avoided continuous sieges of

ed in the exchange with the natural

from the influence of the Aboriginal

pirates and privateers and conflicts

environment that surrounds it, char-

people and continuous migrations:

between imperial powers seeking a

acterised by the presence of the Car-

Spanish, African, French and Chi-

new division of the American world.

ibbean Sea and the mountain back-

nese; in the definition of the essen-

Santiago is credited with being Cu-

drop of the Sierra Maestra Mountain

tial features of the men and women

ba’s “city of history” because of the

Range. A vantage point city, a natural

of Santiago.

major role it and its children – men

Today we can talk about systematic

and women – played in the libertari-

work in favour of its valued cultural

an process during the wars for inde-

heritage and this is the reason that

pendence and in every decisive mo-

underlies a new strategy for the pro-

ment of the national epopee.

spective development of Santiago’s

Its historic centre today stands as a

tourism. The celebration of its half

prominent reservoir of popular cul-

a millennium provided a propitious

ture, emphasising its crucial contri-

framework to carry out a whole se-

bution in music: cradle of the Cuban

ries of large-scale projects that have

bolero, the traditional trova and the

made it possible to increase the qual-

Cuban son. It is also renowned for its

ity and efficiency of the accommoda-

dance tradition, the “pregón” and

tion, culinary, shopping and enter-

especially its carnival, genuine festival that mobilizes thousands of eager

Pope Francisco waving from the Cathedral of Santiago de Cuba.

tainment services; cultural products have been renewed and updated,

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highlighting values of authenticity

Pedro de la Roca Castle (Castillo del

tion that is very proud of its historical

and exclusivity.

In this sense, the

Morro) that makes it possible to in-

background.

city and the capacity of its surround-

teract with the military world of the

Recently, Pope Francisco visited San-

ings to offer a wide range of tourism

sixteenth to the nineteenth century;

tiago as a Missionary of Mercy, and

services is stressed, emphasising

and An Immersion in History, project

on his journey he visited the Nation-

historical-cultural tourism comple-

that makes it possible to come clos-

al Shrine on pilgrimage to Our Lady

mented with nature, agro-industrial,

er to Santiago de Cuba’s fascinating

of Charity of El Cobre, patron saint

archaeological, and underwater tour-

underwater heritage related with the

of the Catholic religion in Cuba; he

ism amongst others.

naval battle of the Spanish-Ameri-

walked the streets of the historical

The following are some of most sig-

can-Cuban war.

city, shared with the people and af-

nificant projects carried out: the

City, history and culture come hand

ter a meeting with the Cuban family

complete

the

in hand to deliver an attractive and

in the Cathedral, filled by thousands

promenade with a renovated pier

inviting tourism product that will

of Cubans from its atrium to in front

where nine public spaces and a vari-

motivate different interests and offer

of the Céspedes park, he blessed the

ety of dining and entertainment of-

the attractive combination of finding

city for its five hundred years.

modernisation

of

That’s Santigao de Cuba, a city of legends to be told, a place to enjoy whatever you desire or to rest as much as needed, a place to feel at home because of the hospitality of its people, cheerful and gentile; however, do not try to do this in just one day because you would just not have enough time; programme no less than three days and then you will be able to fully enjoy what the Trío Matamoros made popular in their song: When you go to the East, my legendary region, The Bacardi Museum and the Provincial Government.

land that trembles warm, cradle of the flavourful son.

ferings will help visitors to fully enjoy the interrelation between the city

Reach the Harbour of Boniato,

and the sea; the complete restoration

Climb the Hill of San Juan,

of the historic Enramadas Street,

Go to Caney for a while,

commercial pedestrian street that

And while there, try the sweet pineapples.

offers a wide range of accommodaAnd if you visit El Cobre,

tion and cultural services in the heart

I’d like you to bring me

of the city’s everyday life; the revitalization of the initial founded areas

Paseo Marítimo.

a little Virgin of Charity, I don’t want flowers;

with the restoration of the Cathedral, the Museum of Cuban Historical En-

what you are looking for and also

I don’t want holy cards,

vironment, the old San Carlos Club

being surprised by new enriching

What I want is the Virgin of Charity.

and the Casa de la Trova amongst

proposals. Santiago invites you and

others. Very interesting proposals for

your family and friends, and does so

the lovers of special topics are: Los

knowing that your stay in the city will

Caminos del Café that offers an inti-

rejuvenate you all because of so much

mate look at the archaeological cof-

happiness; you will feel like creatures

fee heritage that holds the status of

of the sea and the mountains, you

World Heritage Site; the tour around

will discover how to live surrounded

the Fortified Landscape of the San

by music and immersed in a popula-

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THE NUMBER OF

start to operate every

to July, come Germany

Asked about the reasons

VENEZUELAN TOURISTS

Tuesday from December

(95,410, +21.9%), England

behind this significant

VISITING CUBA HAS

1st. JetBlue and CTS’s

(94,595, +28.6%), France

increase in arrivals, the

GROWN BY 60%

current service operates

(85,723, +30.1%), Italy

official mentioned, in

This year Cuba welcomed

flights between the two

(75,936, +13.0%), Mexico

first place, a circumstan-

60% more Venezuelan

cities on Fridays.

(57,874, +21.5%), Vene-

tial but highly impacting

tourists than in the same

In Cuba, as well as its

zuela (55,671, +64.8%),

factor: the existence of

period of 2014, making

flights from New York,

Argentina (54,550, +17.8%),

an “opinion matrix” that

the Bolivarian nation

JetBlue, in partnership

Spain (52,994, +25.5%) and

encourages people to visit

one of the main tourist

with the well known Cuba

Chile (30,644, +30.5%).

Cuba before the expected

issuing markets in the

Travel Services agency, also

Latin-American and Carib-

operates two other routes:

THE NUMBER OF

fact that it is possible

bean region. By July, 55,671

one from Tampa and the

CANADIANS VISITING

to catch direct flights to

Venezuelans had travelled

other from Fort Lauderd-

CUBA HAS INCREASED

Cuba from thirty different

to Cuba, compared to

ale, flying to Havana and

SUBSTANTIALLY

Canadian cities also helps,

35,955 in 2014. At the end

Santa Clara (centre).

Eloy Govea, director of the

as does the fact of having

of September numbers

JetBlue operates an average

Cuban Tourism Office in

the capacity to arrange

were 60% higher than in

of over 870 flights a day

Toronto, told the Prensa

over a million seats a year,

2014. Pablo Vázquez, rep-

and carries over 32 million

Latina agency in exclusive

he added.

resentative for Tourism in

passengers a year between

that the number of travel-

Venezuela, Colombia and

destinations in the United

lers to Cuba from Canada

THE ARRIVAL OF US

Central-America assured

States, the Caribbean and

increased substantially in

TOURISTS TO CUBA HAS

the Prensa Latina agency

Latin America.

the first seven months of

INCREASED

the year. According to pre-

The number of US visitors

that thanks to this rate of

US market “boom”. The

growth, “the South Amer-

THE NUMBER OF

liminary statistics, from

to Cuba increased 54%

ican country now ranks

TOURISTS VISITING CUBA

the beginning of January to

between January and July

ninth place in the list of

IN JULY HAS INCREASED

July 19th, around 104,000

with the arrival of 88,996

tourism issuing markets in

BY 26%

more Canadians visited the

tourists from the US. In

Cuba”.

According to information

Island than in the same

the same period of 2104,

supplied by the National

period of the previous year.

57,768 people had travelled

JETBLUE ANNOUNCES A

Bureau of Statistics and

To give a better idea of

to Cuba. These figures,

SECOND FLIGHT TO CUBA

Information (ONEI), Cuba

what this increase repre-

taken from a work paper by

JetBlue has announced

ended July with 266,821

sents, he explained that,

the economist and Tourism

it will start to operate

foreign visitors, seeing a

this figure alone surpasses

Faculty professor José Luis

a second charter flight

26% increase in compar-

numbers reached by the

Perelló, correspond to the

between New York’s JFK

ison to July 2014. From

second most important

first seven months of the

international airport and

January to July it registered

market in Cuba -Germa-

diplomatic normalisation

the Cuban capital’s José

2,190,134 visitors (17%

ny-about 91,700 passen-

between both countries

Martí airport. JetBlue

more than in the previous

gers arrived from this

after a 50 year split.

started to fly between New

year). Canada continues

country in the reference

These figures do not in-

York and Havana last July,

to be the main tourism

period. Govea stated that

clude the arrival of Cuban

with one flight a week in

issuing market in Cuba

up until July 19th and al-

Americans who, according

partnership with Cuba

with 72,350 visitors in July

ways considering prelim-

to the expert were 164,368

Travel Services, top travel

(25% more than in 2014)

inary estimations, Canada

people in the same period

agency for routes between

and 906,240 during the

exceeded 877,500 visitors,

from January to July. “Ac-

both countries.

first seven months of 2015

representing 42% of the

cording to my preliminary

The airline company stated

(14% more).

total arrivals registered by

calculations and consider-

that this new flight will

After Canada, from January

the Antillean nation.

ing the current scenario,

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109

2015 could end with over

to expand its number of

hotel that will be built on

Villa Clara, Ciego de Ávila

3.5 million international

hotel rooms’ island-wide

the corner of the Cuban

and Camagüey (east central

visitors, including 145,000

to 50,000. This plan

capital’s avenues of the

part) and Holguín (east).

from the US, rough-

prioritises Havana with

same name and will offer

ly 50,000 more than in

the opening of three new

accommodation in its 208

CUBA PLANS TO BUILD

2014”, explained Perelló.

hotels in the next three

hotel rooms. The opening

110 THOUSAND ROOMS

“The rest of the year

years; this information has

of these three facilities

BY 2030

foresees the same trend in

also been reviewed by the

hopes to expand Gaviota’s

In the first seven months

growth due to the events

EFE agency.

offering in the Cuban city’s

of 2015 (from January to

scheduled for August 14th,

One of the measures

historical centre, which

July), over two million

with the opening of US

planned in this expansion

currently includes the

tourists arrived to the

Embassy in Havana and

project for next year will

“Quinta Avenida”, “Mem-

Cuban Destination. This

September with the visit

be the opening of a luxury

ories Miramar Havana”

figure represents almost

of Pope Francisco”, added

five-star hotel in the old

and “H10 Panorama”

16% more than in the same

Perelló.

“Manzana de Gómez”

hotels, all located in the

period of the previous year.

building, located in the

exclusive Miramar neigh-

This increase has raised

A CUBAN HOTEL GROUP

Historical Centre of Ha-

bourhood.

the alarms of the indus-

PLANS TO INCREASE

vana, with 246 rooms. In

The project also covers

try’s authorities.

ITS NUMBER OF HOTEL

2017 the legendary “Hotel

important tourism desti-

At present, Cuba has

ROOMS TO 50,000 BY 2020

Packard” will reopen with

nations such as Varadero,

63,000 state-owned rooms

Cuban State television

300 rooms and 2018 will

about 150 kilometres east

and around 12,000 located

reported that for 2020,

see the opening of the

of Havana, the northern

in licensed private homes.

Gaviota S.A. group plans

new “Prado y Malecón”, a

coasts of the provinces of

Alexander Sierra Bouza,

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Development Director

150,000 will arrive by the

The Norwegian Cruise Line

to the United States and

from the Ministry of

end of the year – and the

Holdings Ltd (NCLH) cruise

because the Caribbean

Tourism (MINTUR), told

visit of Pope Francisco.

company has asked the

represents almost 40% of

the National News Agency

This situation could

North American and Cuban

this industry”.

(AIN) that they have given

challenge Havana’s hotel

authorities for permis-

The Norwegian compa-

the green light to go ahead

capacity that has been

sion to operate cruises

ny applied for a license

with an extensive devel-

insufficient for some years

to Cuba. In a conference

from the Office of Foreign

opment plan that sets an

now. According to the lat-

with financial analysts, the

Assets Control (OFAC) of

ambitious goal: the con-

est information published

President of HCLH, Frank

the US Department of the

struction of 85,000 rooms

in 2014 by the Bureau of

del Rio, stated that he is

Treasury and for an export

in the next five years and

Statistics and Information

personally highly involved

licence from the Depart-

110,000 by 2030.

(ONEI), Havana has 9,653

in his company’s strategy

ment of Commerce. “We

The arrival of tourists to

rooms that can accommo-

for Cuba.

are waiting for a positive

the Caribbean Island this

date up to a mere 27,000

“Once Cuba is completely

outcome and we are also

year will profit from two

people. This delicate situ-

open, it will be a real boom

in contact with the Cuban

significant events: the

ation is buffered with the

for the industry”, stated

Government, as required,

dynamic normalisation

existence of over 10,000

Del Rio and released by Cu-

to also obtain their per-

process of the relations be-

private homes that offer

badebate site. “Everyone

mission”, stated Del Rio.

tween Cuba and the United

accommodation.

is excited with China, but

“We do not know how

I believe Cuba could have

long it will take to fulfil

States – 88,996 US citizens travelled to Cuba in the

NORWEGIAN CRUISE

a similar positive impact

this wish, but we hope it

first six months of this

LINE AIMS TO OPERATE

on the industry in a whole,

happens before the end of

year, and it is expected that

CRUISES TO CUBA

because of its proximity

the year”.

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Celebrating one year of a project for multimodal travel in Cuba

can also be distributed through the

tels, rail and ferry operators, etc.),

thousands of travel agencies con-

travel sellers (travel agencies and

nected to Amadeus around the world.

websites), and travel buyers (cor-

The next step will be the develop-

porations and travel management

iazul is a company from Cu-

ment of a codeshare agreement with

companies) are working in develop

ban National Bus Company

Cubana Airlines and any other air-

personalised travel experiences.

(Empresa de Omnibus Na-

line aiming to offer Viazul’s desti-

Today, local domestic segments are

cionales) whose mission is to ensure

nations. The multimodality system

being distributed through Cuban

a regular bus transportation higher

implemented in Viazul is based on

travel agencies after a commercial

standard for travelers and tourists to

a similar solution currently used by

agreement was implemented to sell

major tourist destinations and busi-

Cubana Airlines for its inventory

bus seats the same way as in Viazul’s

ness in the the Island.

control and passengers traffic func-

offices. Travel agencies worldwide

It’s been one year since Amadeus IT

tionalities (Resiber), easing the in-

will also soon be able to distribute

Group, SA representation in Cuba

tegration and the intercommunica-

Viazul’s seats via Amadeus once the

launched our multimodality solu-

tion processes between both travel

codeshare agreement with Cubana

tion in Cuba, which will give trav-

providers.

and other partner airlines is imple-

ellers the means to seamlessly book

Implementation

Cubana Airlines flights and Viazul

months and involved not only train-

Tourism players in Cuba are very

bus tickets through travel agencies

ing all of Viazul’s workforce, but also

enthusiastic

at the same time.

driving an overall change of Viazul’s

and are looking forward to the en-

The solution also includes inven-

internal processes in order to take

hanced global reach of Cuban tourist

tory

Felipe Gonzalez Abad, Senior Adviser Amadeus IT Group, SA, and Legal Representative in Cuba

V

control,

reservations,

sales

took

just

three

mented. about

this

solution

full advantage of the technology.

destinations it provides. We’re also

with electronic ticketing, check-in,

Amadeus, a leading provider of ad-

thrilled about the results so far and

code-sharing facilities and other

vanced technology solutions for the

are optimistic about the future of

related functions that work as if Vi-

global travel industry,

travel in Latin America as we work to

azul were an “airline flying on the

and his customer groups include

roll out this multimodality solution

ground”. This multimodal approach

travel providers (e.g. airlines, ho-

in other markets.

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