On Saturday, February 1, the Palmar Beach Resort Puerto Morelos Hotel in Quintana Roo hosted the Skål International Mexico National Assembly, led by businessman Gabriel Larrea. The event gathered over 200 members from across the country, organized by the Skål Isla Mujeres-Puerto Morelos chapter under the leadership of Federico Gil.
Skål boasts more than 900 members nationwide, all tourism professionals distributed across 27 clubs, generating over 20,000 direct jobs. This group focuses on fostering business relationships in a friendly environment, strengthening networks and business opportunities.
The assembly featured notable attendees, including Angélica Angón of the Skål Mexico Sustainability Committee, Daniel Sánchez, Vice President 1 of Skål Mexico, Federico Gil, President of Skål 723 Isla Mujeres-Puerto Morelos, Gabriel Larrea, President of Skål Mexico, Gustavo Bolio, former President of Skål Mexico, Andrés Hayes, World Vice President of Skål, Enrique Flores, International Director of Region 3 of Skål, and Guadalupe Jiménez, Treasurer of Skål Mexico. Delegates from the United States and Canada also participated, enriching the exchange of ideas among representatives from various tourist destinations such as Los Cabos, Ensenada, Mexico City, Monterrey, Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, Mérida, Bahía de Huatulco, Cozumel, and Querétaro.
During the meeting, conferences by tourism business experts provided attendees with valuable tools, boosting their companies’ competitiveness and strengthening industry relationships.
One of the event’s highlights was the pre-assembly golf tournament, offering an ideal space for social interaction and business networking. The assembly will conclude with the leadership change for the 2025-2026 period, led by Gabriel Larrea, marked by a formal ceremony and gala dinner, where necklaces will be presented to new board members. These activities reinforce Skål International’s motto: “Doing business among friends.”
The Importance of Skål International
Skål International is a renowned organization with over 12,000 members in 84 countries, spread across 312 clubs. Its primary focus is to promote business relationships within the global tourism community, facilitating collaboration and understanding among its members. This organization unites directors, managers, and owners of leading tourism companies, creating a network that enhances business and development opportunities.
This year’s National Assembly is particularly relevant as Mexico ranks sixth worldwide in tourist arrivals, highlighting the tourism industry’s importance to the Mexican economy and the need for entities like Skål Mexico to continue promoting sector growth.
Quintana Roo, an attractive destination for both national and international travelers, has four Skål chapters: Isla Mujeres-Puerto Morelos, Cozumel, Cancun, and Riviera Maya. This structure allows members to collaborate closely, share experiences, and implement beneficial action plans.
Hotel Offerings and Air Connectivity
Quintana Roo offers a broad range of hotel accommodation. According to the latest report from Cancun, Puerto Morelos, and Isla Mujeres Hotel Association, Cancun has 42,141 rooms, Puerto Morelos has 6,638, and Isla Mujeres has 9,503. This infrastructure supports the growing number of visitors the state receives annually, enhancing the tourist experience.
Additionally, Cancun airport operates approximately 503 daily flights, providing access to this destination from various parts of the world. This air connectivity is crucial in attracting tourists from different nationalities, promoting tourism sector growth, and creating jobs.
Tourism experts at the assembly recognize that their companies’ consolidation depends on strategic partnerships. Therefore, they seek to create synergies that strengthen Mexico’s position as a global tourism leader.
Future and Opportunities
The future of tourism in Mexico is promising, if companies and organizations like Skål International collaborate for the economy’s benefit. The generation of thousands of jobs from this industry reflects the importance of unity and innovation.
Skål Mexico, through its website www.skalmexico.com, promotes its events and activities, creating a space for tourism professionals to interact and grow together. The official Skål International
Source: La Chispa
