P.R. to be featured in ‘United Stories’ initiative to promote tourism assets globally
March 19, 2019
As part of an initiative to highlight and support tourism, Discover Puerto Rico, Beautiful Destinations — a global tourism company — and Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States included the island in its new campaign titled “United Stories.” This campaign will encompass an array of experiences that elevate, inspire and spur […]
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Caribe Hilton to debut new $150M look when it reopens in May
March 18, 2019
The Caribe Hilton has begun taking reservations for stays beginning May 15th, when it will unveil a more than $150 million restoration — a major milestone as the property celebrates its 70th year of operation and as Hilton marks its 100th anniversary. The iconic beachfront property has been closed since Hurricane María struck Puerto Rico […]
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Cape Air re-launches SJ/Culebra, SJ/Virgin Gorda service on April 10
March 7, 2019
Cape Air announced the restart of service between San Juan and Culebra and between San Juan and Virgin Gorda, starting April 10. Four daily flights will operate between San Juan and Culebra and three daily flights will operate between San Juan and Virgin Gorda, the carrier announced. “As the Caribbean continues to rebuild, Cape Air […]
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Discover P.R. participates in ITB Berlin travel conference in Germany
March 7, 2019
Destination Marketing Organization Discover Puerto Rico will have a presence at ITB Berlin, a travel trade conference in Germany and one of the most prestigious on an international scale, from Mar. 6-10. Puerto Rico will meet with international press, tour operators, travel technology organizations, travel agencies and traffic carriers from around the world to discuss […]
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P.R. Tourism Co. launches campaign to boost travel agencies
March 6, 2019
Looking to strengthen the island’s tourism industry, the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. has launched an educational campaign to inform the public about the benefits provided by agency-certified travel agencies certified when planning trips or vacations. Certified Travel Agencies provide travelers a wide variety of alternatives to vacation in and outside the island, with the guarantee […]
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Discover Puerto Rico launches new destination website
March 1, 2019
Destination Marketing Organization Discover Puerto Rico launched the island’s revamped tourism website, featuring a user-friendly layout and dynamic content designed to engage and persuade visitors to select the Island as a place to vacation or develop business events and conventions, executives said. This is an “important step” in the DMO’s brand repositioning process that will […]
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Developer St. Clair breaks ground on $50M Zafira hotel in Vieques
February 22, 2019
British investor and developer Keith St. Clair, along with project partners and government officials, broke ground on what will be the $50 million Zafira hotel and time share property in Vieques. “Zafira, is a new beginning for Vieques, we want all tourists who come to Puerto Rico to know the wonders and the charm of […]
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MIDA: Jones Act has ‘devastating effects’ on P.R. economy, with losses of up to $1.5B
February 20, 2019
The cost of transportation of goods between Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland has a “devastating impact” on the local economy estimated at $1.5 billion in lost activity, according to two independent investigations unveiled today. The study to determine the “real and transparent data” on the effect of cabotage laws in Puerto Rico, was commissioned […]
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Jet Aviation acquires full ownership of fixed-based operator at LMM
February 20, 2019
Jet Aviation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, acquired full ownership of the San Juan fixed-base operator (FBO) at Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport in Puerto Rico, a provider of premium business aviation services at the facility. Jet Aviation has been operating the San Juan FBO under a management agreement with the previous owner, […]
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12th edition of Saborea Puerto Rico food fest set for April 4-7 in Carolina
February 20, 2019
The 12th edition of Saborea Puerto Rico, a culinary extravaganza is slated to take place April 4-7 at the Carolina public beach, organizers announced. “For the twelfth time, we’re coming back with Saborea Puerto Rico, a culinary extravaganza, the event that undoubtedly places Puerto Rico on the map for lovers of good food,” said Clarisa […]
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FedEx Express opens new ramp at Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport
February 7, 2019
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of transportation company FedEx Corp., officially inaugurated its new state-of-the-art ramp operation located at the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport in Carolina. The opening of the new facility is part of the company’s plan to increase its operational efficiency and meet its growing customer demands. While the investment was no revealed, […]
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American Airlines cargo exports from P.R. up 30% in ’18
January 28, 2019
American Airlines Cargo said 2018 was “an exceptional year” for the company, with the division exceeding multiple all-time records in performance, volume and revenue, finishing the year with more than $1 billion in revenue. “The airline moved record volumes of freight and mail across its system in 2018, with volume for the year ending at […]
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Iberia to resume direct Madrid-San Juan service on Mar. 31
January 25, 2019
Spanish airline Iberia will resume its direct route between San Juan and Madrid on Mar. 31 with three weekly flights between Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays during the months of April, May, September and October. Those flights are in addition to the daily flights to be offered — except Monday […]
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Rosselló: Gov’t working on ‘transformation’ of Vieques/Culebra ferry system
January 22, 2019
Admitting that transformations are “seldom smooth and many times messy,” Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló confirmed that his administration is working on ironing out the kinks that have come up with the shift into the “short route” connecting Puerto Rico with Vieques and Culebra. In an exclusive interview with this media outlet, Rosselló said moving […]
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New York Times chooses P.R. as ‘Best Destination to Travel’ in ’19
January 10, 2019
The New York Times published the annual list of 52 places to visit and highlighted the importance of visiting the island a year and a half after Hurricane María.
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