Tourism
One dead and four seriously injured in bus crash on La Gomera
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A man has died and four people were seriously injured after a tourist bus plunged down an embankment on La Gomera's GM-2 road near San Sebastián. The crash, involving 27 British tourists and the driver, happened shortly after 1:15 p.m. on Friday, with brake failure as the main suspected cause. Several officials have responded to the incident.
Huila's Secretariat of Economic Development and Tourism led the Tourism Sectoral Table to coordinate promotion strategies ahead of the San Juan and San Pedro festivities. Leaders from various entities set commitments to attract visitors and boost the regional economy. Efforts aim to decentralize activities beyond Neiva to benefit the entire department.
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In response to Mexican airline Magnicharters' two-week flight suspension due to logistical problems—announced yesterday and stranding passengers at the end of 2026 Easter vacations—President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized the abrupt move and committed government support for rebooking. SICT, AFAC, and Profeco are investigating and aiding via other carriers.
Huila's government expects at least 15,000 visitors during Easter week, fewer than in 2025 amid a downward tourism trend. Natalia Alejandra Ortiz Valderrama, acting secretary of Economic Development and Tourism, cites moderate hotel bookings despite a full schedule of religious and cultural events. Municipalities like Neiva and Garzón are the top draws.
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El Nido in Palawan has been included in the BBC's list of the world's eight best beach escapes, the Department of Tourism said. BBC journalist Francis Augustin praised its lagoons and secluded beaches. DOT Officer-in-Charge Secretary Verna Buensuceso welcomed the recognition.
Colombia's National Police announced the deployment of 34,720 officers nationwide under the ‘Semana Santa Segura’ strategy to ensure safety during Holy Week. The plan covers road checks, tourist site protection, environmental measures, and prevention of child exploitation. In Huila, a device with around 1,200 officers was activated.
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The Japanese government approved its basic tourism promotion plan on March 27, 2026, confirming a target to implement overtourism measures in 100 areas by 2030—building on a January draft. The plan balances resident quality of life with goals of 60 million inbound visitors and 15 trillion yen in spending.
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