VAUGHAN — Close to 200 travel advisors and industry partners came out to The Arlington Estate in Vaughan, ON to hear all the updates from Gaviota Grupo de Tourismo, courtesy of a luncheon hosted by Sunwing Vacations.
“Gaviota is truly the country’s leader when it comes to tourism,” said Dave Wright, Director of Sales, Ontario and Atlantic for Sunwing Vacations, at yesterday’s event. “Their numbers are amazing. Gaviota has Cuba covered across all destinations.”
As Cuba’s largest hospitality group, Gaviota Grupo de Tourismo has 144 hotels and villas – for an incredible total of 42,071 rooms – across 12 key destinations.
In addition to its own six brands and owned properties, Gaviota’s many international partner brands include Blue Diamond Hotels, MGM Muthu Hotels, Iberostar Cuba, Melia Cuba, Sirenis, Valentin and more.
“You all know these brands and you all love them,” said Wright.
AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES
Gaviota is focused on making sure visitors are treated to “authentic experiences, real value and meaningful connections,” said Wright.
Gaviota is looking forward to “a transformative year” for 2024-2025. The focus? Renovations of iconic properties and strategic new hotel openings, plus of course, enhanced guest experiences and new service concepts.
Gaviota’s signature properties include Muthu Havana Tower, Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo and Iberostar Selection Havana.
New hotel developments include Muthu Tower Hotel, Iberostar Selection La Habana, Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo, Muthu Ensenada, Corona Hotel and Metropolis Hotel.
There are also several renovated properties, such as the Florida Hotel, Marques de Prado Ameno Hotel.
Coming in 2025 for Gaviota is “a new era of Cuban hospitality, combining authentic experiences with modern luxury.”
MORE UPDATES ON THE WAY
Wright said Gaviota is committed to maintaining strong connections with its Canadian travel industry partners, and travellers.
“Gaviota knows that real connections require clear communication,” he said.
That’s why Gaviota has teamed up with a marketing and communications agency to strengthen its presence in the Canadian marketplace, for everything from product updates, to marketing and promotional initiatives.
Gaviota will have a big presence at next year’s FITCuba, taking place in Havana May 2 – 5, 2025. Meanwhile the 2025 edition of Destination Gaviota will be held in Cayo Santa Maria.
