Puerto Rico benefitted from $198 million in total cruise tourism expenditures during the 2014/2015 cruise year, which in turn, generated 5,209 jobs and $75 million in wages, according to a study released Wednesday by Business Research & Economic Advisors.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan’s General Manager, Jacqueline Volkart has been recognized by Worldwide Branding for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in hotel management, the company announced.
The Expedia group, one of the world's leading travel companies, announced this week the opening of its first local Puerto Rico office in San Juan.
Gov. Alejandro García-Padilla on Wednesday toured the San Juan port zone where marine cargo company Sea Star Line will invest $400 million to integrate two new cargo ships into its service and make terminal improvement to accommodate increased activity.
Expedia Inc., in partnership with Airlines Reporting Corporation and other organizations, released the findings of a study on air travel trends that concluded, among other things, that travelers to San Juan — from North America and Europe — will save an average of 18 percent, up to $484, on their trips booked between June and September 2015.
The Puerto Rico Ports Authority on Wednesday announced the opening of a request for proposals for leasing, development, financing, construction and operation of a marina for mega yachts and transform the dry dock of San Juan into a leading center for repair and maintenance of vessels.
Crowley Puerto Rico Services, Inc. announced Monday it “has further solidified its commitment to Puerto Rico” with the execution of a $48.5 million construction contract for a new pier at its Isla Grande Terminal in San Juan, along with a 30-year lease extension for the property with the Puerto Rico Ports Authority.
The eighth edition of “Saborea Puerto Rico, A Culinary Extravaganza” is taking place this weekend, when chefs and “foodies” will descend upon a beachfront bluff at the El Escambrón beach in San Juan for the event that has secured the island’s place on the region’s gastronomic map.
La Oficina, a new, shared executive office space, opened its doors in the Caribe Plaza Office Building, across the street from the Caribe Hilton hotel, kicking off the project with an open house last week.
The owners of the Best Western Plus Condado Palm Inn & Suites officially recently marked the second anniversary of the property located at the heart of San Juan’s trendy Condado district.
Embassy Suites hotels in Puerto Rico announced Wednesday the completion of the first phase of a renovation campaign at the Isla Verde and Dorado properties.
Ports Authority Executive Director Ingrid C. Colberg-Rodríguez, announced Tuesday that the federal government has allocated $5.7 million for maintenance of commercial shipping and $700,000 to analyze the dredging the San Juan bay.
Southern Brazilian Steakhouse, Fogo de Chão, known for it’s upscale “churrasco” cuisine, is opening its doors in San Juan today, marking the arrival of the chain to Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
Puerto Rican real estate firm Reality Realty recently opened a new branch in Santurce, following a $1 million investment for the 6,000 square-foot location.
Investment magnate Nicholas Prouty, founder and CEO of Putnam Bridge, will deliver the official welcome message during the opening event of the 2015 Site Selectors Guild Annual Conference on Feb. 24 in San Juan, the Puerto Rico Industrial Development Company and the Site Selectors Guild announced Tuesday.
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