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Yahoo
a day ago
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Netflix and Brazilian Tourism Board Embratur Announce Cooperation Agreement to Boost Film-TV Tourism in Brazil
RIO DE JANEIRO – Netflix and Embratur, the Brazilian Tourism Board, announced Friday a cooperation agreement aimed at boosting tourism through Brazilian audiovisual productions, establishing a model which could be used in other countries. Embratur President Marcelo Freixo and Netflix Director of Public Policy for Brazil Mariana Polidorio announced the deal during a panel at Rio2C, Latin America's largest creativity event that is running over May 27 to June 1 in Rio. The panel also counted on Fernanda Souza, host of Netflix hit reality show 'Stranded With My Mother-In-Law.' More from Variety Netflix Showrunners Talk Shop and Compare Notes on the Art of Pitching What's Coming to Netflix in June 2025 Anthony Boyle to Play Sam Bankman-Fried Opposite Julia Garner as Caroline Ellison in Netflix's FTX Series 'The Altruists' The partnership marks a bet on the power and settings of Brazilian stories to attract tourists from around the world. Inspired by the success of some of Netflix's biggest plays in countries such as France and Spain, the initiative takes in a promotional video which plays on the tourist potential of settings from productions that have captivated global audiences – such as 'Invisible City,' lensed in the Amazon rainforest, or 'Love Is Blind Brazil,' with seasons shot at destinations such as Trancoso, Bahia, and Bom Jardim da Serra, Santa Catarina, nd 'Sintonia,' highlighting the urban landscapes of São Paulo's outskirts. 'Audiovisual content is a powerful tool and a key asset for tourism promotion. Many people choose their travel destinations based on a movie or series they've watched. Brazilian content and talent are globally recognized for their quality, they carry our cultural identity, and they continue to win hearts all over the world. This partnership is a way to turn the strength of Brazilian stories into real-life connections,' said Freixo said. The partnership also includes the launch of a travel guide featuring itineraries and tourist experiences inspired by top-performing Netflix titles with strong local and global engagement – titles that reflect the main cultural assets Embratur aims to promote. The guide will be released later this year and will highlight the natural and cultural resources promoted by Embratur. 'We are committed to Brazil in the long term. We know that the stories we tell help project the country to the world and have a direct impact on the local economy, Brazilian culture, and tourism — both for domestic and international audiences,' said Polidorio. Best of Variety What's Coming to Netflix in June 2025 New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
Travel Daily News
4 days ago
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- Travel Daily News
WTTC: Spain 's tourism sector could exceed 260bn euros by 2025
In 2024, the sector in Spain achieved its best result since 2019, with a contribution of almost 249bn. euros to GDP International tourism spending grew by nearly 11% year-on-year MADRID, SPAIN – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts that by 2025 the travel and tourism sector in Spain could reach a new all-time high, with an estimated contribution of 260.5 billion euros to GDP, equivalent to almost 16% of the national economy. According to the latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), prepared by WTTC in collaboration with Oxford Economics, these forecasts reinforce the role of tourism as one of the country's main economic drivers, with an estimated year-on-year increase of 4.7%. WTTC projects that by the end of 2025 the sector will account for 3.2 million jobs in Spain, equivalent to 14.4% of total employment. By 2025, spending by international tourists is expected to reach 113.2 billion euros, with a year-on-year growth of 5.7%, while domestic spending could reach 84.9 billion euros, 2.4% more than the previous year. Julia Simpson, President and CEO of WTTC, said: 'Spain remains a true global tourism powerhouse. The data reflects a dynamic, resilient and constantly evolving sector, which not only drives economic growth, but also creates quality jobs and promotes regional development. The forecasts for 2025 are very positive, and with a firm commitment to sustainability and innovation, Spain is well positioned to lead the future of global tourism, even in a challenging international environment.' A look back to 2024 During 2024, the Spanish tourism sector experienced its best year since 2019. Its contribution to GDP rose by almost 8% to €248.7 billion, or 15.6% of the economy. It also employed 3 million people, nearly 14% of the country's total jobs. Spending by international tourists was 107.1 billion euros (up 10.9% year-on-year), while domestic spending reached 82.9 billion, up 2.2% on 2023. These segments accounted for 56.4% and 43.6% of total expenditure, respectively. Leisure travel accounted for 88.3% of total expenditure, compared to 11.7% for business travel expenditure. The main source countries for arrivals into Spain in 2024 were the United Kingdom (20%), France (14%) and Germany (13%). The destinations most visited by Spaniards were France (25%), Italy (14%), the United Kingdom (8%) and Portugal (8%). The next decade Looking ahead to 2035, the WTTC projects that the tourism sector could contribute €315.7 billion to the GDP, which would represent more than 17% of the Spanish economy, as well as 4 million jobs, 700,000 more than at present. Regional data: European Union In 2024, the EU travel and tourism sector contributed almost 1.8 trillion euros to the region's GDP, or more than 10% of its economy. This figure exceeded 2019 levels by almost 6%. Employment associated with the sector grew by 4.7%, year-on-year, to 24.6 million jobs, accounting for one in nine jobs across the region. Domestic travel spending in the EU reached 1 trillion euros, while spending by international visitors reached 515 billion euros. By 2025, WTTC forecasts that the regional sector will reach almost 1.9 trillion euros, representing 10.5% of the EU economy. Employment linked to the sector is estimated to total 25.7 million people, or 12% of the regional total. In addition, the agency expects international spending to grow by more than 11% to 573 billion euros, and domestic spending to increase by 1.6% to more than 1.1 trillion euros.
Hospitality Net
4 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Spain's Tourism Sector Could Exceed €260 Billion by 2025, According to WTTC
In 2024, the sector achieved its best result since 2019, with a contribution of almost €249 billion to GDP International tourism spending grew by nearly 11% year-on-year Madrid, Spain - The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts that by 2025 the travel and tourism sector in Spain could reach a new all-time high, with an estimated contribution of €260.5 billion to GDP, equivalent to almost 16% of the national economy. According to the latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), prepared by WTTC in collaboration with Oxford Economics, these forecasts reinforce the role of tourism as one of the country's main economic drivers, with an estimated year-on-year increase of 4.7%. WTTC projects that by the end of 2025 the sector will account for 3.2 million jobs in Spain, equivalent to 14.4% of total employment. By 2025, spending by international tourists is expected to reach €113.2 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 5.7%, while domestic spending could reach 84.9 billion euros, 2.4% more than the previous year. Spain remains a true global tourism powerhouse. The data reflects a dynamic, resilient and constantly evolving sector, which not only drives economic growth, but also creates quality jobs and promotes regional development. The forecasts for 2025 are very positive, and with a firm commitment to sustainability and innovation, Spain is well positioned to lead the future of global tourism, even in a challenging international environment. Julia Simpson, President and CEO of WTTC A look back to 2024 During 2024, the Spanish tourism sector experienced its best year since 2019. Its contribution to GDP rose by almost 8% to €248.7 billion, or 15.6% of the economy. It also employed 3 million people, nearly 14% of the country's total jobs. Spending by international tourists was €107.1 billion (up 10.9% year-on-year), while domestic spending reached 82.9 billion, up 2.2% on 2023. These segments accounted for 56.4% and 43.6% of total expenditure, respectively. Leisure travel accounted for 88.3% of total expenditure, compared to 11.7% for business travel expenditure. The main source countries for arrivals into Spain in 2024 were the United Kingdom (20%), France (14%) and Germany (13%). The destinations most visited by Spaniards were France (25%), Italy (14%), the United Kingdom (8%) and Portugal (8%). The next decade Looking ahead to 2035, the WTTC projects that the tourism sector could contribute €315.7 billion to the GDP, which would represent more than 17% of the Spanish economy, as well as 4 million jobs, 700,000 more than at present. Regional data: European Union In 2024, the EU travel and tourism sector contributed almost €1.8 trillion to the region's GDP, or more than 10% of its economy. This figure exceeded 2019 levels by almost 6%. Employment associated with the sector grew by 4.7%, year-on-year, to 24.6 million jobs, accounting for one in nine jobs across the region. Domestic travel spending in the EU reached €1 trillion, while spending by international visitors reached €515 billion. By 2025, WTTC forecasts that the regional sector will reach almost €1.9 trillion, representing 10.5% of the EU economy. Employment linked to the sector is estimated to total 25.7 million people, or 12% of the regional total. In addition, the agency expects international spending to grow by more than 11% to €573 billion, and domestic spending to increase by 1.6% to more than €1.1 trillion. For more information and to access the full factsheet, please visit WTTC's Research Hub. About WTTC The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) represents the global travel & tourism private sector. Members include 200 CEOs, Chairs and Presidents of the world's leading travel & tourism companies from all geographies covering all industries. For more than 30 years, WTTC has been committed to raising the awareness of governments and the public of the economic and social significance of the travel & tourism sector. WTTC Press Office WTTC View source
Irish Times
24-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Spain's Airbnb clampdown: Is tourist accommodation the real issue here?
What has the Spanish government done? It has told holiday accommodation platform Airbnb that its Irish subsidiary, which manages much of its European operations, must take nearly 66,000 of the company's apartment listings off the market. Pablo Bustinduy, minister for consumer affairs, said that the properties, in six different regions of Spain , all breached regulations for tourist accommodation. Some, for example, did not list a licence number, while other listings did not show whether the owner was a private individual or a business. A Madrid court has backed the Spanish government's request for the immediate withdrawal of about 5,000 of those properties, with the remainder still pending further judicial rulings. Bustinduy celebrated the court's backing, saying that 'no company, however big or powerful, is above the law'. Is tourist accommodation the real issue here? Yes and no. Spain has suffered a severe housing crisis caused by a sharp increase in rental costs in recent years – the average rent has doubled over the past decade. There are a number of causes, such as a lack of social housing and red tape slowing down the construction of new homes. But as the number of foreign visitors to Spain each year approaches 100 million, many see tourist apartments as a major culprit, particularly in city centres where they push prices up and drive local people away. In some tourist destinations the problem has become extremely acute; in one area of central Málaga, for example, more than 80 per cent of homes are short-term tourist flats. READ MORE What was Spain's relationship with Airbnb before this latest announcement? Mixed, at best. Earlier this year, the socialist prime minister, Pedro Sánchez , said there were 'too many Airbnbs and not enough homes'. Meanwhile, the mayor of Barcelona has already announced plans to eliminate the city's 10,000 or so registered short-term holiday rentals by the end of 2028. Some local governments, however, are taking a more conciliatory approach: authorities in Ibiza, the Canary Islands and Murcia have signed deals with Airbnb to co-operate in ensuring existing regulations are obeyed by hosts. What does Airbnb say? The company insists that no proof of rule-breaking on its platform has been provided and that it intends to appeal against the ruling. It also pointed to a previous decision by Spain's supreme court which, the company said, placed the responsibility for property listings on the owners in question, not the company. A spokesperson for Airbnb said: 'Governments across the world are seeing that regulating Airbnb does not alleviate housing concerns or return homes to the market – it only hurts local families who rely on hosting to afford their homes and rising costs.'
The Guardian
21-05-2025
- The Guardian
Spanish tourists robbed by armed ‘river pirates' in Peruvian Amazon
A Spanish tourist has recounted how an armed gang calling themselves 'river pirates' robbed her and her family aboard a boat travelling down the Amazon River in Peru. In a video on TikTok, one of the tourists, Elisabet de la Almudena, said she experienced the 'worst day of her life' on 14 May, when four armed assailants holding pistols and one machine gun boarded the boat she was travelling on with her parents and six-year-old daughter. She said the gunmen forced them to open banking apps on their phones and empty their accounts. 'We contracted a family tour, a sightseeing tour,' she said, adding that they were taken further into the jungle after being robbed and were left stranded there for an hour. 'The hardest part was when these people boarded the boat. Through mobile phone applications, they asked us to take the money out of our accounts and transfer it to one of their accounts, otherwise they would not leave,' she added. De la Almudena said there were about 14 Spanish tourists on the boat, including children and elderly people, who were all released shaken but unharmed after the ordeal. She said that a local family found them stranded and helped them get back to Iquitos, where they arrived in the early hours of the morning. She also alleged that the tour company, Canopy Tours Iquitos, did not have an emergency protocol or a GPS unit on the boat. In a statement on Tuesday, the tour operator Canopy Tours Iquitos said the incident was beyond its control and 'was reported immediately to authorities'. 'From the beginning, we activated our emergency protocols, offered our assistance to the affected group and have been actively cooperating with the investigation,' the statement said. The company also said it was improving its security measures in response to the incident, including GPS monitoring, and was working more closely with the River Police. The company and Spanish embassy in Peru could not be immediately contacted by the Guardian. The risk of armed robbery is low in Peru, however, the US state department has warned its citizens to 'exercise increased caution due to crime, civil unrest, and the risk of kidnapping' in certain parts of the country.
