Market research on the travel industry. Our reports feature a wea...
Market research on the travel industry. Our reports feature a wealth of standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes, market share and brand share data, distribution and industry trends.
The Mercure hotel brand, part of the Accor chain, opened a new four-star establishment in Rosario in March 2023. This new luxury option in the city offers guests 137 rooms with numerous spaces and rooms for common use. The new hotel also offers a…
As the pandemic's grip wanes, tourists, including a significant number of elderly travellers, have rekindled their passion for exploration, both domestically and internationally. The elderly, once deemed vulnerable during the pandemic, now venture…
In the current context, there are significant changes in the profile of tourists, with two dimensions standing out in their interaction with travel agents. Consumers have shown a preference for making their purchases through intermediaries such as…
In booking overall, Despegar.com maintains a clear lead in 2023, with its closest competitor, Almundo, a distant second. Despegar.com is also showing the fastest growth amongst the top five players in booking. A notable change in the financial world…
Ecuador has witnessed a remarkable expansion of its air routes with the introduction of new airlines alongside the growth of existing ones. One such noteworthy addition is Arajet, a low-cost carrier that commenced operations in the final quarter of…
Airline operators have been severely impacted by the pandemic, leading to the collapse of some airlines and the restructuring of others. As the world moves towards normalcy, there is a slow recovery for airlines, albeit with a different cost…
After the suspension of the flights of several international airlines to Argentina due to the COVID-19 crisis, many airlines are beginning to recover interest in the country and resuming their flights to Argentina. These include Ethiopian Airlines,…
The year 2023 presented significant challenges for the Colombian tourism industry, driven by a combination of factors including the national economic slowdown, the removal of tax benefits such as VAT exemptions for tourism, the devaluation of the…
Following years of pandemic-related restrictions and industry uncertainties, 2023 marks the definitive resurgence of travel and tourism in Brazil. The World Health Organization has officially declared the end of the Public Health Emergency of…
At the end of 2022, the national government approved a visa for digital nomads, allowing foreigners to work remotely or offer their services from Colombia. This visa enables them to reside in the country while engaging in remote work for up to 24…
The tourism sector in Brazil is experiencing a more favourable outlook in 2023, after the World Health Organization declared the end of the Public Health Emergency of International Concern related to COVID-19. In June 2023, the National Health…
Hostels, especially those in more remote areas of the country, are embracing current tourism trends by catering to the evolving preferences of backpackers. Beyond just accommodation, hostels are incorporating experiences that immerse travellers in…
After two challenging years due to the pandemic and uncertainties in the industry in early 2022 following the emergence of a new variant of COVID-19, the hotel sector in Brazil is experiencing a positive outlook, especially from the second half of…
The year 2023 proved to be challenging for intermediaries within the travel industry, largely due to the bankruptcy of Viva Air and Ultra Air at the onset of the year. These events imposed significant economic and financial difficulties on travel…
Flexible packages (travel packages with flexible dates), which were a solution to provide relief for players during the pandemic, have lost strength as they have turned out to be a “bargain that turned expensive” for both players and customers. In…
The suspension of operations by Viva Air and Ultra Air at the outset of 2023 had a substantial impact on the decline in domestic passenger numbers within the country. These two airlines ceased their operations in Colombia due to their outstanding…
In May 2023, the World Health Organization declared the end of the global health emergency for COVID-19, in a scenario which led to the easing of health barriers and social distancing measures, both domestically and internationally. Alongside this…
Consumers are facing increased pressure from rising prices as global inflation reaches 7% in 2023. The impact of higher costs of living is felt from top earners in developed markets to struggling households in emerging and developing countries.…
Global consumers are struggling with the cost of living crisis, as inflation remains high while household income growth lags. Consumers are adopting recessionary habits, such as trading down and being more selective in their spending. Rather than…
This report examines the global car rental industry, providing analysis on market sizes, brand and company shares, growth trends over the review period and prospects over the forecast period. The report also considers the major trends shaping the…