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News from Spain: travel briefs from FITUR
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New York, NY, March 6, 2009 – There’s good news for American travelers to Spain. Air Europa, which recently announced new non-stop service from New York to Madrid, is offering some very competitive fares for its inaugural season. And there was news coming out of FITUR, Spain’s annual tourism fair which ended a few weeks ago. One of the world’s leading tourism expos, FITUR attracted more than 260,000 attendees who had the opportunity to learn about new developments throughout Spain’s 17 regions.
Air Europa Announces Introductory Fares
Spain’s second largest airline has announced a promotional fare for its new service to Madrid.  Beginning June 1, when Air Europa launches daily nonstop service from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD), the fare will be $610 plus applicable taxes and fuel surcharges. Later in the year, the airline will have a special low season fare of $159 to mark its inaugural season. Valid beginning October 29, that fare is good for midweek flights, must be paid upon booking, and travel must be completed by December 13. Air Europa will fly 299-seat Airbus 330 aircraft in two-class configuration. Founded in 1986, Air Europa is the second largest carrier in Spain and today serves 44 destinations. The airline is part of the Globalia Corporation and is an associate member of the Sky Team Alliance. For further information about Air Europa, go to www.aireuropa.com.
Travel Expo in Pyrenees
The 14th edition of the Feria de Barbastro, a travel expo promoting the Spanish Pyrenees, will be held in Huesca, in the region of Aragón, March 27 to 29. Exhibitors from tourism, sports and environmental organizations and culinary and cultural groups from Aragón, the Basque Country, Catalonia and Navarre will showcase their products and services to more than 50,000 who are expected to attend. The Spanish Pyrenees offer year-round vacation options. One of Spain’s leading ski resorts, Baqueira Beret is a favorite of the Spanish Royal family. In the spring, summer and fall, visitors can hike or cycle in the mountains enjoying the regions’ pristine natural scenery and its parks. The scenic Val d’Aran has preserved its centuries-old culture and architectural heritage. Huesca’s wine-growing area of Somontano is renowned for its wines and was one of the first in Spain to introduce a ruta del vino. Visitors can sign up for tasting courses in medieval castles, enjoy vinotherapy treatments in designer spas or opt for breakfast in a vineyard. Those interested in the cuisine of the regions can attend the “Gastromuro” contest where local chefs will create their signature dishes. During the expo, travel agents can participate in workshops to learn more about the regions’ attractions.
Incoming Operator Offers Personalized Service
Mandhala is a tour operator in Spain for the discerning traveler. Specializing in creating vacation experiences tailored to its individual clients, the company designs unusual and very personalized excursions. Mandhala can arrange tickets to sold-out flamenco shows and bullfights, the services of a personal shopper, private fittings with a famed Spanish fashion designer as well as riding lessons at a Spanish equestrian school. The operator caters to families, couples and large corporations. Visit them on the web at www.mandhala.es.
For further information about Spain, contact your travel provider or the Tourist Office of Spain in New York (212-265-8822); Miami (305-358-1992); Chicago (312-642-1992) or Los Angeles (323-658-7195) or go to www.spain.info
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