Author: José Manuel Cardona
Change of hotel operator and transfer of undertakings: a critical issue
A change of operator can trigger a transfer of undertakings with significant legal implications for the new operator, especially in the fields of tax and employment. A change of hotel operator takes place when a new company steps in to operate an establishment previously operated by another. Although the concept is simple, the legal implications […]
Traveller and consumer protection measures under the new European legal framework for package travel
The new European framework for package travel strengthens consumer protection and introduces new information and insolvency protection obligations for entrepreneurs. This new legal framework will require travel operators to closely monitor how it is transposed in each jurisdiction where they operate, as national rules may impose stricter requirements than the minimum obligations set out in […]
The European Union discontinues linked travel arrangements and reorganizes the legal framework governing package travel
The new European legislation on package travel enters into force, strengthening traveler protection and simplifying the legal framework for the tourism sector. Linked travel arrangements disappear and key obligations for traders are clarified. The new European directive governing package travel (Directive (EU) 2026/1024) approved by the European Parliament and the Council on April 29, 2026, […]
What are the preparatory steps or operations involved in the sale and purchase of a hotel?
The sale and purchase of a hotel is a complex process that calls for a series of preparatory steps and operations to ensure that the transaction is executed efficiently and safely. The most common of these are the agreement of intent, the confidentiality agreement, and the due diligence process, although the particular circumstances of each […]
Key Money: Takeaways for Using and Negotiating It in Hotel Management Agreements
Hotel developers or owners undertaking large hotel projects often need to top up their own funds or bank borrowing with additional or alternative financing. In some cases, especially for unique hotel assets or hotels attracting several competing operators, an option may be to have part of that financing provided by the hotel management company as […]
The Balearic Islands approve new measures to contain, monitor and improve the quality of tourist offerings
The Balearic Islands Parliament approves a new law that seeks to contain, monitor and improve the quality of tourist offerings. To this end, it has established new measures aimed at more effectively prosecuting illegal offerings. In addition, the law establishes three categories under which saturated and reconversion tourism areas can be classified, and approves special […]
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