Hyatt Centric San José Escazú – Costa Rica | First Brand Hotel in the Country Opening

 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, famous American multinational hospitality company based in Chicago - Illinois born in 1957 with the acquisition of the Hyatt House of the Los Angeles International Airport by Ronald Hyatt and Jack Crouch, group that manages and franchises luxury and business resorts, hotels and a large range of vacation properties has announced the opening of Hyatt Centric San José Escazú, the first Centric Hyatt branded hotel in Costa Rica.

The hotel is situated in Escazú, inside the metropolitan area of the capital San José, atop hill in the Central Valley, about 8.0 kilometres from downtown San José, well known for its exclusive shopping and dining venues well located for sightseeing and visits of La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Poas Volcano National Park, the National Stadium of Costa Rica and easy access to the lushing rainforests and stunning beaches of the country.

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú features 161 comfortable rooms, it is hosted inside Plaza Tempo Shopping & Business Center along Calle Marginal Sur close to the area of Villa Esperanza and Pavas District in an area with easy access to restaurants, bars, shops and local attractions.

Costa Rican artists have participated in the development of the hotel who have collaborated with Artflow Gallery to create cultural sculptures and glass elements present in the common areas, the modern décor and art reflect a journey into the essence of the country's capital from its hills to the urban center, details that increase the unique experience that the guest will live. 

The rooms and suites boast a stylish décor, bright colors inspired by the landscapes of Cota Rica, equipped with seating areas, minifridges, free Wi-Fi, Drybar hair dryers and plush bathrobes.

The hotel boasts two dining concepts offering local cuisine and artisanal cocktails, the Incese Restaurant, located on the ground floor is inspired by a blend of Costa Rican and international flavors while  19 - 49 Lounge Bar & Café serves traditional Costa Rican coffee and light snacks throughout the day and light snacks at night.

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú in addition boasts more than 6,000 square feet of flexible event space, ideal for  hosting corporate events and special celebrations with Wi-Fi connection, in-house catering, a fitness room, and parking.

To celebrate the opening Hyatt is offering its members the chance to earn 500 bonus points for qualifying nights at the Hyatt Centric San José Escazhotel until 31st January 2025.

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú General Manager Natalia Zora said that the hotel aims to cater to tourists and the growing hotel demand in the region and that the hotel's design is inspired by the local motto that distinguishes the country "Pura Vida" which means pure life, traditional, national slogan, which aims to bewitch the visitors with all its beauty, charm, spirit and soul.

Link - https://www.hospitalitynet.org/announcement/41011851/hyatt-centric-san-josa-escaza-debuts-in-costa-rica.html

Grand Mercure Goa Candolim | Refined 87 - Rooms Hotel Opened its Doors in India

 

Mercure, French midscale hotel chain created in 1973 and acquired by the famed hospitality company Accor S.A, in 1975 with its upscale brand Grand Mercure Hotels & Resorts announced the Grand Mercure Goa Candolim which opened its doors in Candolim, India, a small centre in the western state of Goa, a captivating town located on the Arabian Sea, just north of the Mandovi River, famous destination for its splendid Cangalute and Candolim beaches and relevant colonial monuments as the Aguada Fort, developed by the Portuguese Kingdom in the 16^th century, among others.

This refined hotel, in addition to the expansion of Accor, aims to celebrate the charm and local heritage of this Indian destination that offers a remarkable historical and cultural heritage, offering guests a memorable experience in India on an exotic coastline while enjoying all the comforts of the Mercure Goa Candolim.

This stylish accommodation is located a short distance from Candolim Beach, highlighted by its fine sand stretching from Aguada Fort to Chapora Beach features 87 comfortable and welcoming rooms with an interior design inspired by the cultural richness and remarkable, centuries-old history of Goa since the days of the Mauryan Empire with a blend of modern and traditional details.

The Grand Mercure Goa Candolim, with its sophistication and relaxing atmosphere, boasts the Mello Restaurant offering local gastronomic specialties paired with global cuisine, and a further highlight is undoubtedly the Antarim Spa, providing modern treatments and traditional therapies, a fully equipped fitness center and an outdoor swimming pool.

The hotel has other facilities such as spaces and facilities ideal for conferences, meetings, banquets, wedding celebrations and a team of event specialists on hand to provide personalized services to offer a memorable experience for all guests.

Grand Mercure Goa General Manager Candolim Ameya P. Karnad enthusiastically said that the accommodation integrates perfectly with the vibrant culture of Goa perfectly combined with the refined hospitality of the Grand Mercure brand, adding that guests will be able to experience the cultural environment of Goa through unparalleled comfort and service.

Link - https://www.hospitalitynet.org/announcement/41011819.html

El Salvador | Tourism Exponentially Increases with a Forecast to Receive 4 Million International Visitors in 2025

 

El Salvador, the smallest but also the most densely populated state in the Central American region located on the Pacific Ocean coast, highlighted in its territory by 242 volcanoes, 59 bodies of water, 360 rivers and other geographical features such as valleys, mountains, small bays with pleasant, calm beaches, well known to be the first country in the world to adopt bitcoin as its legal tender,  alongside the US dollar in 2021 is expected to receive 4 million visitors in 2025 by implementing plans to achieve this goal and nowadays with its tourism showing an exponential increase.

With reference to all that the Minister of Tourism Morena Valdez expressed herself who predicted a foreign currency of $4.368 million. The projection of international visitors in 2024 is around 3.8 million, although calculation the country could exceed it, in 2025, 4 million, in 2026, 4.2 million and the ideal is to reach at least 5.0 million visitors in 2030.

The minister pointed out that the results that El Salvador is achieving in the tourism sector are the  coordinated work and plans both from institutions attached to the Ministry of Tourism, as well as other actions linked to the government and private entities.

The Minister then pointed out that observing with statistical data tourism growth of 15% to 20% each month starting in 2023, an exponential growth, all that after the implementation of the exceptional regime, UN Tourism which placed El Salvador at the top worldwide with the highest number of visitors in terms of growth.

As relevant data between january and october 2024, 3.2 million visitors were recorded, this figure represents an increase of 19% compared to the 2.7 million visitors received in the same period period last year and the months of january, march and July were the ones in which the most visits were recorded. 

Up to 40% of international visitors come from the United States of America followed by Guatemala and Honduras with 25% and 16% respectively.

The Minister explained to the commission that the Ministry's budget for next years is $49.897.214 that is, it is reduced by approximately $2 million compared to 2024, however there is an increase in own income.

Link - https://www.expreso.info/index.php/noticias/internacional/103554_el_salvador_recibira_en_2025_hasta_4_millones_de_visitas