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Olimpiadi di Parigi, l’effetto ‘flop’ sui conti dei vettori

🚩 Air France-KLM predicts a drop in third-quarter revenue from €170 million to €150 million due to low summer demand for flights to Paris. According to euronews.com, the Paris’s Tourism Board observed a decrease in tourism, with a -8% change in June compared to 2023 and a -15% in July arrivals. Hotels experienced a -10% occupancy rate decline. Historical data indicates that cities like London, Athens, and Atlanta also saw decreased visitors during the Olympics.
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Milano come Venezia Ipotesi bliglietto Atm differenziato

🏦 In Milan, a joint commission including Atm CEO Arrigo Giana discussed a 'differentiated' Atm ticket pricing proposal, affecting residents versus tourists following Venice's model. The proposal by Atm, a company part of Milan's municipal structure, aims to avoid fare increases for residents. The latest fare increase in January saw a three-day ticket rise from €13 to €15.50. Meanwhile, Atm subscriptions have dropped by 53,000 since 2019, with a 12% passenger decline, potentially leading to the introduction of a 'short ticket' for brief stops.
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Hilton sbarca in Nepal: apre l’Hilton Kathmandu

🏥 Hilton launches Hilton Kathmandu in Nepal, located in the valley's heart at Naxal, 4 km from Tribhuvan International Airport, near tourist attractions like Thamel and Durbar Marg. Boasting as Kathmandu's tallest hotel with a glass façade, it offers breathtaking views of the Langtang Valley. The hotel’s design incorporates local Nepalese tradition with modern aesthetics, featuring prayer flag-inspired rooms and traditional Dhaka textile patterns. It includes unique architectural features, a rooftop temperature-controlled pool, all-day dining, personalized concierge services, bespoke sherpa adventures, and tailored wellness programs at the spa. Alexandra Jaritz, Senior Vice President, Brand Management, Asia Pacific, highlights Hilton's role as a pioneer in international hospitality and the hotel's meticulous design to immerse guests in Nepal's rich history and culture.
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Crociere, l’anno del boom I migliori viaggi sul mare

🛥 In 2024, the cruise industry is experiencing a boom, with a forecast of reaching 35.7 million passengers by the end of December, according to CLIA data. Bounce's study ranked Royal Caribbean highest with a score of 9.32/10, leading in six out of seven variables, followed by MSC (8.80) and Carnival Cruise Line (8.04). Norwegian Cruise Line placed fourth (7.29), Costa Crociere sixth (6.77), and Holland America Line tenth (5.56). The best cruise destination title went to Santorini with a score of 8.13/10.
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Ita Airways e Maeci: una convenzione per il turismo delle radici

🏨 ITA Airways and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation signed an agreement focusing on root tourism. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani emphasized incentives for Italians and Italian descendants to visit Italy. The 'Italea Card' program offers discounted airfare through italeacard.com. The partnership aims to promote root tourism and enhance the visibility of related initiatives, strengthening ties between Italians abroad and their heritage. ITA Airways President Antonino Turicchi expressed pride in supporting the project, emphasizing benefits for cultural and historical appreciation.
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Turisti a Dubai, primo semestre in crescita del 9%

🏖 Dubai reports a +9% increase in international arrivals in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, totaling 8.55 million visitors, according to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. The hospitality sector shows a high hotel occupancy rate of 78.7%, a +1% increase from 2023. Middle East and North Africa accounted for 26% of visitors, followed by Western Europe (20%) and South Asia (17%). Dubai hosted events like Gulfood and Arabian Travel Market in 2024.
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Naar, l’Oriente traina i numeri 2024 Asticella a 74 milioni

📍 In 2024, travel company Naar projects a double-digit revenue growth over 2023, with long-haul trips to Japan, Indocina, the US, Polynesia, Peru, Colombia, Canada, and Fiji driving numbers. General Manager Luca Battifora and CEO Frederic Naar highlight the success of the Bespoke project in Europe, offering unique itineraries. With a strong belief in B2B, Naar aims for a €73-74 million turnover, up 11-12%, focusing on the Italian market. Additionally, a shift in demand from Central and Southern Italy suggests a rise in bookings for traditionally unrequested long-haul destinations, like Southern Africa.
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Club del Sole, accordo accordo con Takyon per le prenotazioni

🏖️ Takyon, an Italian startup, partners with Club del Sole to introduce resale of non-refundable bookings as NFTs. Antonio Picozzi, CEO of Takyon, aims to provide a wider audience with the benefits of their solution, emphasizing flexibility for families with children. Angelo E. Cartelli, General Manager of Club del Sole, highlights the shared focus on innovation and flexibility in their 'Full Life Holidays' model. Customers can resell bookings directly on Takyon's platform, enhancing the vacation planning experience.
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Stati Uniti, exploit dell’incoming: spesa a +17%

🏕 The US tourism industry soared from January to May 2024, raking in $104.9 billion from international tourist spending, marking a >17% increase from the previous year. In May 2024 alone, foreign visitors spent about $21.6 billion, surpassing the pre-Covid record set in March 2018. American travelers spent nearly $20.5 billion domestically in the same month, resulting in a travel-related trade surplus of over $1.1 billion.
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Locazioni brevi, nuove regole anche a Chamonix

🏖️ Chamonix-Mont-Blanc valley, encompassing Chamonix, Les Houches, Vallorcine, and Servoz, implements rental restrictions to curb price surges and promote permanent housing. Effective from May 1, 2025, the council voted unanimously for the measure, marking the first mountain area in France to limit tourist rentals for year-round accommodation. Owners must obtain a registration and authorization for short-term rentals, limited to one property in Chamonix and Les Houches and two in Servoz. Initially targeting individuals, with corporate measures to follow. Mayor Eric Fournier cites urgent rebalancing of housing as the driving force behind the initiative.
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