Axarquia • Issue No. 2040 • 8 - 14 August 2024
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HOTEL occupancy on the eastern coast of Axarquia hit over 82 per cent in July. According to the Association of Hotel Entrepreneurs of the Costa del Sol (Aehcos), August is looking even better, with predictions nearing 88 per cent. Aehcos shared that hotels in Malaga Province saw an occupancy rate of 86.66 per cent in July. This is a slight improvement from July 2023, which had 84.63 per cent. International tourists made up 70 per cent of this, while local tourists were 30 per cent. José Luque, the president of Aehcos, mentioned that this rise in occupancy is great news for the hotel sector. But he’s also a bit worried about the slowdown in future bookings from the national market. This cautious
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Hot summer for Axarquia Record-breaking heatwave grips region hotel bookings
Axarquia hotels excel this summer.
trend means they need to be careful with their predictions for the coming months, though they’re still hopeful for a good summer season. In July, Benalmadena
topped the charts with a 95.18 per cent occupancy rate, followed by Torremolinos at 93.93 per cent and Mijas at 91.15 per cent. For August, overall occupancy is expected to be
RECENT heatwaves have significantly impacted the Axarquia region, with temperatures reaching unprecedented highs. Recent reports show that Velez-Malaga and Rincon de la Victoria recorded some of the highest temperatures in the country, hitting around 42°C. The intense terral winds contributed to these extreme temperatures, which have exceeded forecasts by a considerable margin. The heat has affected other areas of the Axarquia as well, with temperatures in Algarrobo and Nerja also rising above average. The local hydrosur stations reported similarly high temperatures in nearby regions. Nighttime temperatures have remained unusually high, contributing to overall discomfort. This extreme heat is a stark reminder of the broader impacts of climate change. The increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves are becoming more common, reflecting global warming trends. For the Axarquia, this means more frequent heatwaves, affecting daily life and local ecosystems. The upcoming weather forecast suggests a slight reprieve, with temperatures expected to cool down, but the long-term trend highlights the need for adaptation strategies in response to climate change.
slightly lower at 85.39 per cent, but last-minute bookings could boost these numbers. Looking ahead to September, Aehcos predicts an occupancy rate of 82.82 per cent.
13 wishes for 13 years
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Axarquía’s record heatwave hits.
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