Brazil | Period of Continuous Growth in the Hotel Sector

 

Brazil, the largest and most populated nation in South America, is experiencing a positive period with tourism that continues to be a boost for the economy and especially recently stands out the hotel sector is having a period of continuous growth.

All that is revealed by the latest data provided by FOHB, Forum of Hotel Operators of Brazil that presents the main performances indicators of the hotel industry,  with statistics, occupancy rate, average daily rate, and RevPar in some of the country's largest cities.

In the period from January to August 2024, the sector recorded significant increases in key performance indicators, which reinforces confidence in the recovery and expansion of the domestic hotel industry.

In the survey developed by FOHB, up to 537 hotels of associated hotel chains and responsible for 85.689 UM, housing units, the project occupation rate increased by 1.2% in the first eight months of 2024 compared to the same period of the previous year, were analyzed.

As a specific note at the geographical level, it should be noted that the north-eastern region of Brazil had a rather significant increase of 8.1% while the north had an increase of 3.3%, the center-west recorded a slight increase of 0.6% and in the south-east of the country the growth reached 0.9%.

The overall data indicate a solid recovery when compared to the challenges undertaken in recent years with the resumption of leisure and business travel.

As far as the average tariff of the sector is concerned, it has increased by 10.6% with particular emphasis on the northern region with 16.5%  followed in the territorial ranking by the Centre-West 13.8%, the South-East 10.9%, the North-East 10.0% and the South 5.2%.

An analysis by hotel category shows that the improvement was positive in all segments, occupancy rate increased by 0.7%, average daily rate increased by 6.8% and RewPar increased by 7.5%.

As far as medium-sized hotels are concerned, occupancy is; increased by 2.2% , while the average daily rate increased by 11.4% and RevPar growth by 13.8%.

With regard to the high segment is increased by 0.3%, the average daily fare is incremented by 14.7% and the RevPar is increased by 15.1%.

In the panoramic view concerning the Brazilian hotel industry in 2024 forecasts investments of R$ 8.4 billion until 2028 with an increment of 26.9% compared to the 2023 outlook.

Link - https://www.expreso.info/noticias/hoteles/103026_crece_el_segmento_hotelero_del_brasil

Fiji | Number One Island Country in the Australia - South Pacific Area at the 2024 Readers' Choice Awards

 

Fiji, exotic and idyllic Island nation in Melanesia in the South Pacific part of Oceania, an archipelago of more than 300 islands and islets famed for its palm - lined beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs with clear, pristine lagoon and dramatic, rugged landscapes have been recognized as the number one island country in the Australia – South Pacific area for the second consecutive year at the prestigious Readers' Choice Awards for the 2024 edition.

The Condé Nast Traveler's Awards' 2024 Readers' Choice Awards have long been regarded as one of the travel industry's most prestigious accolades celebrating excellence in global destinations.

Undoubtedly, this coveted recognition once again puts after the success achieved in 2023 the unparalleled natural beauty of Fiji, with its hospitality and the world-class memorable travel experiences that this oceanic land is capable of offering.

In addition to this prestigious award, ten Fijian resorts have been named among the Top 20 in the Australia and South Pacific Zone Ranking for the same prizes, renowned accommodations that stand out for their dedication to providing unparalleled service, detail, quality in breathtaking environments creating authentic experiences, in locations that continue to attract travellers from all over the world.

In the ranking with correlative position, here are the Fijian resorts recognized in the 2024 Readers's Choice Awards

·       5th – Resort on Wakaya Island

·       7th – Namale Resort & Spa

·       8th – Private Resort on Kokomo Island

·       10th Resort Jean - Michel Cousteau

·       11th Likuliku Lagoon Resort

·       14th Resort on Tokoriki Island

·       15th Royal Davui Island Resort Fiji

·       16th Island of COMO Laucala

·       17th VOMO Island Location

·       19th Nanuku Fiji Resort

Fiji Tourism CEO Brent Hill has expressed his enthusiasm about recognizing Fiji as the best island nation in Australia and the South Pacific area for the second year in a row at Condé Nast Traveler's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards.

All that is a testament to the warm and welcoming nature of the local people, the unique and breathtaking beauty of the islands and the excellent quality of Fijian resorts.

Thanks go to the readers of Condé Nast Traveler for this incredible recognition and there is a lot of anticipation looking forward to welcoming new and returning travelers to the islands of Fiji to experience the contagious "Bula spirit" firsthand.

This year, more than 575.000 readers from across the United States of America shared their travel experiences and knowledge, offering a comprehensive look at the places they can't wait to revisit.

Fiji's repeated recognition along with its high ranking in the ranking of its luxury resorts tangibly highlights the country's deep sense of "vanua" with the connection between its people, its culture and its land.

With its breathtaking landscapes, genuine spirit and warm hospitality, Fiji is able to create an atmosphere where visitors feel like family and bring them back

With its stunning scenery, warm hospitality and genuine Fijian spirit, Fiji creates an atmosphere where visitors feel like family, bringing them back again and again for unforgettable experiences which attracts them again and again to live unforgettable experiences.

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Ecuador | Gastronomic Triumph at the World Culinary Awards 2024 in Dubai

 

Ecuador, country straddling the equator on northwestern South America'coast shining for its diverse landscape encompasses Andean Highlands, wildlife - rich Galápagos Island, Amazon jungle, a stunning Pacific coastline, a varied biodiversity and a superb historical-cultural heritage with a territory which formed part of the Inca Empire also elevates itself with its gastronomy that shone at the World Culinary Awards 2024 globally recognized to honour culinary establishments and the talented chefs who guide them, an event that was celebrated in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.

On the occasion of this grand gala of the gastronomic tourism industry at an international level held on October 2nd, Ecuador managed to position itself in a position of excellence on the map of world gastronomy by obtaining its recognition with the participation of the Uniandes Gastronomic Laboratory which excelled with the Zero Lab Fine Dining restaurant.

This restaurant is well known for focusing on the investigation of national products represented the country at the event, highlighting the excellence of its chefs Juan Sebastián Galllardo and Carlos Gallardo who impressed for the brilliant, culinary proposal, earning the prestigious title "Best Restaurant of the Ecuador 2024", a recognition which came thanks to the vote of specialists,  foodies, customers and the general public, thus shining internationally at the highest levels.

The path to this prestigious recognition is due to the result of over 30 years of experience, dedication, meticulous attention to detail and commitment on the part of chef and researcher Carlos Gallardo.

The attention to contemporary haute cuisine of Ecuador has allowed the Zero Lab Fine Dining restaurant into stand out very well not only for the quality of its dishes but also for innovation and commitment to the cultural roots of the country.

This award for best restaurant in Ecuador 2024 elevates the name of the establishment but also that of the country thanks to the vision, imagination and talent in the elite of culinary art.

This recognition was obtained because a member of the international jury visiting Ecuador had the opportunity to try one of Zero Lab's seven starred dishes, a "ceviche" that generally consists of a large plate of marinated meat – fish, seafood or both - on citrus or fruit wings, a unique specialty with red fruits,  Ecuadorian dish made through careful research on the pH in the denaturation of proteins through Ecuadorian fruit.

This Ecuadorian winning dish is made up of the following local ingredients, such as sole fish, blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, tomato oil, quinotto, rice paper and blueberry air.

This award not only recognizes the excellence of Zero Lab Fine Dining but undoubtedly opens up new opportunities for Ecuadorian gastronomy in the international sphere.

The vision of chefs Juan Sebastián Galllardo and Carlos Gallardo is based on culinary research, service excellence, and the creation of menus that integrate local endemic products with a deep cultural history, certainly a model that will become more and more trendy and that will continue to inspire future generations of chefs.

Recent scientific discoveries combined with the ability to blend innovation with tradition will be a success that will continue to be the basis for the growth, consolidation and success of Ecuadorian cuisine in the world.

After this prestigious award obtained in Dubai, Ecuador with its gastronomy can undoubtedly compete at the highest levels, a result and a reality that mark the beginning of a path full of new challenges and various opportunities for Ecuadorian chefs always trying to highlight the cultural and gastronomic richness of the country.

Link -  https://www.expreso.info/noticias/gastronomia/102899_triunfo_gastronomico_para_ecuador_en_el_world_culinary_awards_2024