COVID-19 spurs 1,600 temporary lay-offs at 6 Puerto Rico hotels
March 25, 2020
International Hospitality Enterprises confirmed the temporary lay-off of “a great part of its team,” estimated at about 1,600 people. IHE President José M. Suárez said, “In the face of the global crisis caused by the coronavirus, and the economic impact and uncertainty that it generates for the tourism and hospitality industry in Puerto Rico, we […]
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FAA redirects Puerto Rico’s commercial air traffic to Luis Muñoz Marín Int’l Airport
March 24, 2020
The Federal Aviation Administration approved Gov. Wanda Vázquez’s request to redirect air traffic on the island to control the entry of possible carriers of the coronavirus COVID-19 to Puerto Rico. “We’re grateful that the FAA has granted our request. This is historic as we are the first jurisdiction to receive tools from the federal air […]
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Ron del Barrilito campaign thanks tourists for postponing trips to Puerto Rico
March 24, 2020
In support of government efforts to protect the health of Puerto Rico’s residents, Ron del Barrilito launched a campaign thanking tourists for postponing their trip to Puerto Rico, but not before rewarding them by offering a “Rum Check” to stimulate and encourage their return. “Peoples’ health and safety go above and beyond any company or […]
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Aerostar installs $125K thermographic tech. to screen passengers at LMM
March 23, 2020
Aerostar Airport Holdings, the company that operates the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, has invested $125,000 to implement thermographic technology to track temperature to 100% of passengers entering the island through domestic and international flights. As this media outlet reported last week, there are 11 cameras installed throughout the airport’s terminals. The investment covers both […]
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Puerto Rico small inn owners submit ideas to get gov’t to protect sector
March 20, 2020
The Puerto Rico Small Inn Owners and Tourism Association submitted a letter to the government with 14 ideas to protect employees and the small and mid-sized businesses that comprise the industry. The Association’s top two recommendations are aimed at improving services at the government unemployment office to protect displaced employees by ensuring that the Puerto […]
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Puerto Rico Tourism Co. urges visitors to comply with lockdown, offers free experience to return
March 18, 2020
The Puerto Rico Tourism Company is spearheading the government’s efforts to ensure that tourists currently visiting the island receive accurate and updated information about the implications of the current lockdown, while incentivizing them to return by offering a complimentary experience during their next visit. “We want guests visiting Puerto Rico during this time to know […]
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FedEx continues to move shipments to Puerto Rico, USPS provides update on services
March 17, 2020
Shipping company FedEx confirmed it continues to make its deliveries, while “adhering to all regulations and guidelines from government authorities related to containment of COVID-19.” Rolando Medina, managing director of operations for the FedEx Express Latin America and Caribbean division, which serves Puerto Rico, “continues to operate inbound and outbound flights to and from impacted […]
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Puerto Rico Tourism Co. spells out effects of lockdown on sector
March 16, 2020
The Puerto Rico Tourism Co. issued a detailed explanation of the effects of the executive order released by Gov. Wanda Vázquez, and how they apply to the tourism sector, including airports, hotels, transportation and the workforce. Following is the guide as it was published in its entirety and signed by Tourism Co. Executive Director Carla […]
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Ports boosts sanitary measures at Ponce, Aguadilla airports
March 12, 2020
As part of the precautionary measures that the Puerto Rico Ports Authority is taking to prevent the COVID-19 coronavirus at the Ponce and Aguadilla international airports, all public areas will be disinfected before and after each flight, both domestic and international, the agency’s Interim Executive Director Joel A. Pizá-Batiz confirmed. “Although we cannot prohibit the […]
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Metropistas launches ‘RutAventura PR-22’ to promote local tourism
March 9, 2020
Given that the De Diego highway (PR-22) crosses 12 of Puerto Rico’s northern coast towns, its operator Metropistas has launched a new tool to explore them, called “RutaAventura PR-22,” to promote local tourism. By visiting the “RutAventura PR-22” website, users will find routes for different activities and audiences, featuring destinations to map out a trip […]
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2nd edition of Puerto Rico HotelierCon 2020 slated for this week
March 9, 2020
XJTT Hospitality Inc. and the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. announced the celebration of the Puerto Rico HotelierCon 2020, an educational convention focusing on topics related to hospitality and tourism and developing local talent. The event will be held Mar. 11 at the Cabo Rojo Convention Center, organizer Xavier Ramírez confirmed, adding “we’re at a very […]
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Regional airline Silver Airways lands in P.R. with ATR-600 aircraft
March 5, 2020
Independent regional airline Silver Airways on Wednesday landed its first of four new ATR-600 series aircraft at its Caribbean hub at the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport. The carrier acquired Seaborne Airlines in 2018, and with the introduction of the ATR-600 series aircraft specifically designed for short-haul markets, it will replace that fleet by summer, […]
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T-Mobile lands naming rights for new entertainment complex in San Juan
March 4, 2020
T-Mobile is deepening its commitment to Puerto Rico, landing exclusive naming rights for Distrito T-Mobile, a new entertainment complex in San Juan opening in April 2020. In partnership with PRISA Group and ASM Global, the wireless carrier unveiled the Distrito T-Mobile, “underscoring its commitment to the island as it rebuilds following Hurricane María and recent […]
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Discover Puerto Rico reaches out to diaspora to #GoForPuertoRico
March 4, 2020
The Puerto Rican diaspora is key for the evolution of the tourism sector, which is one of the island’s fastest growing economic segments. The diaspora are front-line ambassadors and one of the biggest supporters of Puerto Rico. With that in mind, Discover Puerto Rico has reached out to the diaspora in specific U.S. markets with […]
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U.S. Dept. of Transportation paves way to ease P.R.’s air cargo, passenger restrictions
February 20, 2020
The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued the first notice in favor of granting Puerto Rico a waiver to allow foreign airlines to perform certain cargo and passenger transfer services at international airports on the island, local government officials announced. The federal agency’s decision comes after eight months of analysis, kicking off a 14-day public […]
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