Giuridico e Amministrativo

📌 Federalberghi Veneto welcomed the extension of the deadline for mandatory catastrophe insurance policies for businesses, approved on March 28 by the Council of Ministers. President Massimiliano Schiavon praised the delay but criticized the current wording of the law for increasing costs without actually improving coverage for tourism businesses. The association highlighted the need for policies to cover actual natural disasters that might occur in specific Veneto locations, noting the inadequacy of current provisions, especially for sea-caused disasters, and the lack of clarity regarding insurance costs between landlords and tenants. Schiavon calls for a revision of the law to ensure it is effective without burdening entrepreneurs.

🏩 easyJet increased its capacity by 145% at Milan Linate with a second base, complementing Milan Malpensa. The base includes 5 aircraft, 22 routes (17 new), and 120 employees. Italy is easyJet's top continental market with over 21 million passengers a year, 260 routes, a fleet of 38 aircraft, and 4 bases. New summer 2025 destinations from Linate include Figari, Ibiza, Tenerife, and Split, with Gran Canaria coming in autumn. Since 2006, easyJet contributed €8.5 billion to Lombardy's economy. EasyJet leads at Sea Milan Airports with efficient narrowbody aircraft at Linate, limited to 18 movements per hour.

💸 Starting on April 2, the UK requires EU citizens to use the Electronic Travel Authorisation (Eta) for entry, with stays up to 6 months. Applications are exclusively online or through the UK government's website and are confirmed within 3 working days. Eta, linked digitally to the passport, costs 10 pounds, rising to 16 pounds from April 9, and allows multiple trips for 2 years or until the passport's expiry if sooner.

💵 Starting April, the Bank of Spain is withdrawing particularly damaged €50 notes, affecting tourists who may find their cash unusable in stores. Travelers to Spain, especially during Holy Week, are advised to replace damaged €50 bills at their banks before departure. The initiative aims to increase cash security and prevent counterfeiting.

🏨 Luton Airport approved by the UK Government to increase capacity to 32 million passengers annually by 2043, up from the current 19 million. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander highlighted the expansion's economic benefits, including new jobs. Following Luton becoming Jet2.com and Jet2holidays' 13th UK base, the airport expects to generate an additional £1.5 billion annually and create up to 11,000 new jobs.

🍺 At Beer&Food Attraction, Michelin-starred chef Gennaro Esposito spoke with Fabio Russo for HorecaTv about his pursuit of quality and the role of fairs in showcasing excellence at his restaurant "La Torre del Saracino" in Vico Equense (NA). Esposito highlighted the Ferrarelle family's commitment to biodiversity and the territory at the Parco Sorgenti Ferrarelle di Riardo, and their collaboration with FAI. The fair featured Electa, a new alkaline, delicate, and pure water, distinct from Ferrarelle and Maxima, which Esposito plans to introduce at his restaurant.

🍴 The Confederazione Italiana Cuochi e Artigiani per l'Enogastronomia (CICA-E) was announced as a new association aiming to protect and promote Italian culinary excellence. Founded by 11 professionals including chefs and artisans, the first official meeting occurred on March 31. CICA-E's approach differs by focusing on meritocracy and certified experience. The Italian gastronomic heritage, valued over €200 billion, faces threats from globalization. Future plans include professional courses, events, certifications, and collaboration for heritage protection. Membership is open to industry professionals. Details at www.cica-e.it or info@cica-e.it.

✈ Genova Airport's board approved the 2024 budget, witnessed 1.33 million passengers, a 4.3% growth. Revenue for 2024 reached €30.1 million, up 4.6% from €28.8 million in 2023. Costs decreased by 3.3% to €29.4 million in 2024 from €30.4 million in 2023. EBITDA stood at €2.3 million, compared to a €803,000 loss in 2023. Net profit was €255,000, reversing a €1.88 million loss in 2023. In early 2025, passenger traffic grew by 15.8%, with over 255,000 passengers. Traffic boost came from increased frequencies by KLM, Wizz Air's new Budapest route and Ryanair's expanded domestic and London flights.

✈ Iberia has bolstered its winter flight program to Italy, France, and Austria. Rome will see an increase to 44 weekly connections due to the 2025 Jubilee, offering 380,000 seats for the season. France remains the top connected country in Iberia's network with over 180 weekly flights; Paris will have up to 11 daily flights. Austria grows with the Madrid-Vienna route reaching 23 weekly frequencies and 180,000 total seats, alongside direct flights to Innsbruck. Additionally, winter routes to Rovaniemi and Tromso resume, from December 3, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and March 1, 2026, respectively, with two weekly flights.

🚨 After the earthquake on March 28, Thailand's tourism and transportation report normal operations. BTS Skytrain, MRT blue and purple lines resumed services on March 28 and 29, respectively, while pink and yellow lines remain closed. All Bangkok airports, including Suvarnabhumi, are operational. Long-distance train services from Bangkok's Grand Central resumed. Din Daeng Expressway is closed for inspections; Sirat Expressway is an alternative. All Chao Phraya River bridges are open. Bangkok Mass Transit has enhanced night bus services. Highways, malls like Siam Paragon, CentralWorld, and tourist services are functioning normally. Upcoming festivals, including Maha Songkran, will proceed as scheduled.