The president of the Chamber of Tourism, Ricardo Beccacesi, He indicated that for this weekend and the one that follows (from Thursday the 20th to Sunday the 23rd) “we aspire to rebound tourism and improve our work compared to the last month. According to the data we have throughout the province there is a level of reserves of 30% to 40% and the tourist’s main destination snow and mountains“.
Baccacesi stated that the second long weekend is expected to have a higher level of reservations, as there are more days and the expectation is that hotel occupancy will double. This analysis coincides with that carried out by the Mendoza Tourism Entity (Emetur).
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On this long weekend, visitors seek snow and winery experiences on a getaway to Mendoza.
For winter tourism, visitors aim to enjoy the snow, especially for those who do not know it, as well as a tour of the wineries, with tasting of regional dishes and wine tastings.
Average stay and expense for mini-vacations in Mendoza
Depending on the type of accommodation and the excursion package chosen, the cost per day per person ranges from $70,000 to $200 per person.
At this point, Beccacesi stressed that depending on the type of tourist, they may look for something more exclusive and high-end, although there are also cheaper proposals for the whole family.
It is the first time that, since the holiday for the Passage to Immortality of Güemes has been celebrated, two long weekends in a row coincide. The two June breaks in Mendoza are presented as an early prelude to the winter holidays, in which EMETUR is working in the winter season.
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The level of reservations for tourism in Mendoza ranges from 30% to 40%, according to data from the Chamber of Tourism.
From the organization they indicated that the arrival of more varied profiles is expected: families, couples, groups of friends and individual travelers They will take advantage of these days to make short getaways. These visitors come to the province to seek outdoor experiences, gastronomy, visits to wineries and cultural activities.
Benefits to enjoy your stay in Mendoza
Emetur extended the Sale Mendoza program until June 30, from which tourists can access 30% discounts on accommodation, excursions and gastronomy by accessing the website: www.sale.mendoza.tur.ar
For tourism entrepreneurs, the program did not have a decisive impact on sales, although It did contribute to the movement of queries through the different channels.
In any case, the economic stoppage that was registered in most areas It also hit tourism hard.
“We are hopeful that we can improve our work after the arrival of the snow and with the high season in full swing, but they have been very difficult months for everyone,” said Beccacesi.
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From the same perspective, the vice president of theto the San Rafael Chamber of TourismLautaro Cáceres, who pointed out that 25% occupancy is expected for this weekend, while for the second long weekend, it is around 45%.
“We had these two weekends as a beacon for what could happen in the winter. We are positive, but we know that we are going to have fewer people than previous years. We are preparing and we are working with the Government of Mendoza on promotional pieces for all the people who do not know San Rafael,” Cáceres said in statements to Radio Nihuil.
