Category: Latam
Hotel buildings on protected historic sites: a prior due diligence process reduces the risks
Before starting hotel projects, a proper survey is needed of issues like the specific characteristics of the location, along with an assessment of whether there are any planning restrictions or whether a special enabling instrument is required. Not conducting a correct due diligence process before embarking on a hotel project can often lead to the […]
Landmark ruling on sovereign inmunity: the Central Santa Lucía vs. Meliá case
The Provincial Court of Palma de Mallorca has ruled out that Spanish courts can decide the proceedings between the US company Central Santa Lucía against Meliá Hotels International, the Republic of Cuba and the Cuban company Grupo de Turismo Gaviota. We review the lengthy legal proceedings that have ended in a favourable ruling for Meliá. […]
Mexico City sets new obligations for hosts offering accommodation services via digital platforms
The new requirements include issues such as the necessary registration of both hosts and digital platforms in the registers managed and operated by the Mexico City Ministry of Tourism. On April 4, 2024, a Decree was published amending the name and reforming and adding various provisions to the Mexico City Tourism Law, with a view […]
Meetings tourism is enjoying a revival in Peru: we take a look at the law on customs facilitation for international events
A significant revival of the so-called MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) industry has been seen in Peru due to the growth in the organization of events of international importance. This revival was aided, in mid 2023, by the enactment of Law No. 31816 on customs facilitation for the organization of international events declared to […]