LMM: ‘Only confirmed travelers should come to airport’
September 25, 2017
Saying the airport is operating at limited capacity, Luis Muñoz Marín Airport and government officials urged passengers with confirmed flights to go to the airport, which has a significant backlog of traffic in the wake of Hurricane María.
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PR becomes ‘transient hub’ for tourists across Caribbean
September 13, 2017
Puerto Rico’s tourism infrastructure has allowed the island to resume regular operations of hotels, sites and attractions this week and has become a transient hub for travelers across the Caribbean who had planned September vacations, government officials said.
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Sir Richard Branson: P.R., Rosselló have been ‘fantastic’
September 12, 2017
Sir Richard Branson — one of the world’s most recognizable business magnates, investors and philanthropists — has also now become the face and force behind the reconstruction of the British Virgin Islands, which were virtually erased from the map last week after Hurricane Irma struck.
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Ferries del Caribe Foundation to help hurricane victims
September 12, 2017
The Ferries del Caribe Foundation announced it has established a support system for the victims of Hurricane Irma, particularly on the islands of Tortola, San Martin and St. Thomas.
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Airbnb aids PR via Disaster Response Program
September 10, 2017
Airbnb activated Sunday its Disaster Response Program to aid Puerto Ricans forced to evacuate from their homes in connection to Hurricane Irma as well as relief workers arriving to provide assistance, the company announced.
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PR’s tourism sector ‘operational’ says Tourism Co.
September 8, 2017
While the assessment of the impact Hurricane Irma had across the island continues, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company’s preliminary report showed that major tourism infrastructure and attractions are “operational and the island can continue to welcome new visitors.”
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Trusted traveler programs taking flight, including in PR
September 4, 2017
Trusted traveler programs that expedite the process of getting through immigration and security lines at U.S. airports are gaining members, including in Puerto Rico.
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Rosselló meets with DMO expert to talk future of tourism
September 1, 2017
Don Welsh, a specialist and world leader in the subject of destination marketing organizations (DMOs), held a meeting with Gov. Ricardo Rosselló arranged by Meet Puerto Rico with the objective of continuing to broaden the discussion on the future and opportunities of Puerto Rico’s tourism industry.
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Serafina Beach Hotel to open in Condado on Nov. 15
August 29, 2017
The Serafina Beach Hotel, a 96-room oceanfront property in the heart of San Juan’s Condado tourist district, is set to open Nov. 15, according to published reports.
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Aloft Hotel to anchor $125 million District Live! project
August 25, 2017
Developers PRISA Group announced Thursday that Aloft Hotels will make its Caribbean debut at the $125 million District Live! entertainment complex at the Convention Center District in Miramar.
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Rosselló announces $112M in funding for road repairs
August 25, 2017
Gov. Ricardo Rosselló, flanked by Highways and Transportation Authority Executive Director Carlos Contreras-Aponte, announced several federally funded road repair projects representing an investment of more than $112 million.
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Caguas-San Juan light commuter train project derailed
August 16, 2017
Plans to build a commuter train project connecting Caguas to San Juan, called Novotrén, have been derailed after years of development and interest from the private sector, Caguas Mayor William Miranda-Torres confirmed.
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Gov’t to spend $700K to use ‘Despacito’ to promote PR
August 16, 2017
The Puerto Rico Tourism Co. announced it will integrate the worldwide musical hit “Despacito,” by local artist Luis Fonsi, into upcoming initiatives to promote the island as a tourist destination.
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Silver Airways looks to expand Caribbean footprint
August 7, 2017
Florida-based Silver Airways is looking to expand its Caribbean footprint through a partnership with San Juan-based Seaborne Airlines, the carrier announced.
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Parallel 18, PRHTA ally to promote industry innovation
August 7, 2017
Given the challenges and opportunities that new business models provide in the global tourism industry, Parallel 18 (P18) and the Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association (PRHTA) have established a collaboration agreement that will benefit startups that participate in the business accelerator and the members of the hotel association.
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