Los Cabos flies high, the main tourist destination of Baja California Sur is pleased to announce its new air connection with Europe, through a direct flight from Frankfurt, Germany, in strategic alliance with the leading luxury airline in transcontinental flights, Cóndor Flugdienst . It will be from November 2024 when this new air connection with Germany, one of the most relevant emerging markets for Los Cabos, comes into operation.

This milestone was announced from Mexico City in a press conference led by Juan Carlos Cañedo, director of Tourism Training and Culture of the Ministry of Tourism and Economy of the government of Baja California Sur, representing the head of this agency, Maribel Collins; Rodrigo Esponda, general director of the Los Cabos Tourism Trust; Mauricio Salicrup, president of the Board of Directors of the Los Cabos Hotel Association, and Omar Miranda, Revenue and Marketing Manager of Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), representing the CEO, Raúl Revuelta Musalem.

With the launch of the new air route, Los Cabos is consolidated as one of the tourist destinations in Mexico with the best international connectivity, having direct flights with the United States, Canada and Spain. In addition, last year the destination opened 7 new national routes to connect with 16 airports in Mexico, 7 international routes to connect with 30 airports in the United States and 3 routes in Canada to add 11 airports in that country, as well as 12 Mexico flights. Madrid.

The Frankfurt-Los Cabos flight will have two regular weekly frequencies from November to April, with a capacity for 310 passengers per flight. It is estimated that it will move 16,000 visitors a year, which would mean a 490% increase in German tourists, who would leave an economic benefit of 1,000 million dollars annually for the destination, consolidating Germany as the third most important international market for Los Cabos. only after the United States and Canada.

In addition, this new air bridge with Europe will encourage the arrival of more inclusive tourism to the destination, since the Cóndor airline offers class travel packages

economic, premium and business, which opens the door for various profiles of European tourists to visit, mainly in winter, this important tourist jewel in the northwest of Mexico, where the wide range of experiences opens a whole universe of possibilities that go beyond beyond sun and beach.

Juan Carlos Cañedo, representing the Secretary of Tourism and Economy of Baja California Sur, Maribel Collins, showed the pride of the state government for expanding the connectivity of the destination, since it is the first regular airline that establishes a direct connection with the entity from Germany. “This new airlift opens the door for Germans to enjoy unique experiences that combine nature, gastronomy and culture, all in an environment of safety and quality of service.”

The director of the Los Cabos Tourism Trust, Rodrigo Esponda, commented that the work to achieve this milestone in the region began in 2019. “Since then, efforts have been made to coordinate logistical and strategic details. Although the Covid-19 pandemic paused the work, it was successfully resumed and today we announce this historic flight not only for Los Cabos, but for the entire state because it will encourage the arrival of more tourists to Baja California Sur,” he stressed.

Esponda stressed that collaboration between the public and private sectors has been decisive in achieving this achievement and will be even more so in the future, to guarantee adequate investments that take Los Cabos on the path to success, as it has been until now. In addition, he pointed out that the collaboration with Condor implies shared responsibilities in the marketing and promotion of the destination to amplify the visibility of Los Cabos among German tourism.

The president of the Board of Directors of the Los Cabos Hotel Association, Mauricio Salicrup, celebrated that the destination “already shines with a healthy hotel occupancy and an unmatched luxury offer, so this new air route does nothing but accentuate and consolidate our attractiveness, and opens the doors to visitors who seek exclusivity and authentic experiences in one of the best destinations in Mexico.”

Omar Miranda, representing the CEO of Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), Raúl Revuelta Musalem, highlighted that “this route marks a milestone for the Los Cabos Airport and its connectivity with Germany; Without a doubt, it has been a pleasant experience to collaborate with Condor to make this unprecedented route possible. Our priority will always be to offer the best travel experience to our passengers."

Finally, Jens Boyd, Commercial Director of Condor, sent a message celebrating this collaboration. "Los Cabos is at the top of many Germans' wish lists and has been on Condor's list for some time. Flights to the attractive Pacific coast are made possible by the arrival of our new A330neo, on which our guests can expect maximum travel comfort, the latest technologies, low kerosene consumption and a smooth flight. Whether in the new economy cabin with ergonomic seats, a better sense of space and the latest generation of in-flight entertainment, or in our exclusive Prime Seats in the front row of Business Class, where you will feel as if you were in your own suite."

As part of the activities of the 8th. Edition of the Los Cabos Open, Stéfanos Tsitsipas took a tour around Los Cabos to witness an impressive natural spectacle, whale watching, during which he was seen excited, taking photos and enjoying a great day.

Cabo Sports Complex vibrated with the energy and joy of more than 100 boys and girls who participated in the exciting second edition of Kids Nite. This event, which has become a new tradition, offered children between 3 and 12 years old the opportunity to enjoy a special night full of tennis and fun.

Under a stage illuminated with black and ultraviolet light, children were greeted by brightly colored t-shirts, balls and giant rackets, creating a truly magical atmosphere. The little ones were divided into groups according to their ages and abilities, and had the opportunity to play tennis alongside star professionals such as Alexander Zverev, Miomir Kecmanovic and the Mexican Miguel Ángel Reyes-Varela.

The activity was divided into four 20-minute periods, during which the children enjoyed skill challenges with huge rackets and mini tennis shoes. Players like Taro Daniel, Aleksander Vukic, Max Purcell, Alex Michelsen, Nedovyesov, Escobar, Arnaldi and Borges joined in the fun, challenging the little ones in games full of excitement and camaraderie.

The presence of great tennis players not only provided unforgettable moments for the little ones, but also promoted the integration of boys and girls with the sport, providing them with advice, gifts and sharing their best training secrets. This initiative, organized by Mextenis and the Mifel Tennis Open by Telcel Oppo, seeks to bring the community closer to initiation programs in the sport, thus promoting family integration and the love for tennis.

With the success of this second edition, Kids Nite is consolidated as an annual celebration that fulfills the dream of dozens of girls and boys of playing on a professional court, leaving indelible memories and sowing the seed of love for tennis in future generations.

A new edition of Tennis Talks was held prior to the start of activities in the main draw of the Mifel Tennis Open by Telcel Oppo. The in-depth talks with the protagonists of the eighth edition delighted everyone present, who had the opportunity to enjoy a special afternoon full of reflections and advice about the world of tennis.

The event began with the inspiring words of Mexican doubles players Miguel Ángel Reyes-Varela and Hans Hach, who shared their vision of the Mexican system to promote national talent in tennis, highlighting the importance of generating a monitoring and support structure for the young tennis players. In addition, they emphasized the potential of Mexican tennis and encouraged it to continue strengthening the path towards professionalization in this sport.

During the question and answer session, the players provided advice to a mother who was looking to support her children in their dream of being tennis players, highlighting the importance of setting short-term goals and maintaining a perseverant attitude to achieve success in this demanding discipline. .

Subsequently, the 2019 Cabo Tennis Open champion, Argentine Diego Schwartzman, shared details about his beginnings in tennis and the positive influence of his environment on his development as a professional player. He reflected on the importance of keeping an open mind and receptive to different perspectives on the path to sporting excellence.

In addition, he delved into the topic of mental health in current tennis, addressing the pressure generated by social networks and the importance of finding a balance between personal and professional life. Players highlighted the need to manage external expectations and focus on the enjoyment of the game.

Finally, world No. 12, Casper Ruud, shared how the influence of his father, who was a tennis player, has positively impacted his career, in addition to revealing the complexity of balancing personal and professional life in the world of tennis. elite tennis.

At the end of each interview led by host Carolina Guillén, some of those present asked the players different questions, further enriching the informative and enriching experience for tennis fans who attended the event.

In summary, the new edition of Tennis Talks within the framework of the Mifel Tennis Open by Telcel Oppo offered a valuable opportunity for attendees to connect with the world of tennis through the experiences and wisdom shared by renowned exponents of this exciting sport.