This prestigious event was held at the Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque, in Costa Adeje, on the 9th of May.
The first discussion was moderated by Javier Gonzalez Soria, the director of tourism for Google Spain, and was a frank talk about the complexities of Travel 2.0, and its impact on the Canarian market. (more…)
The Canary Islands recorded the best figures for tourism in Spain last month. Statistics published yesterday by the Spanish government show that the Islands posted an occupancy rate of over 70%, easily bettering national rivals the Balearics and Madrid, neither of whom reached 60%.
La Gomera continued to record the country’s top individual figure, with 94% of all its tourism beds filled during the month. Sector leaders have warned, however, that the bumper figures should be treated with caution given that they are not comparable to previous years because Easter fell unusally early this year.
(taken from the article at news-canarias.net)
Tenerife is set to further strengthen its offering to tourists this year, with a number of changes set to take place on the island.
One of the highlights of the year so far for active travellers has been the opening of the Marina de San Miguel by Amarilla Golf. (more…)
Great Hotels of the World, representing some of the world’s finest independent hotels and resorts, announce the opening of 40 new luxury villas at the five-star Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque Resort, Costa Adeje, Tenerife.
People considering a holiday in Tenerife this year have had their accommodation options boosted following the unveiling of a new hotel.
The 49-room, four-star Luz del Mar establishment was opened in the Los Silos area last week, Tenerife News reports.
Set in expansive gardens and located 200 metres from the sea, the hotel is expected to be popular with a particular audience as it is situated in the quiet north-west area of Tenerife.
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