Guantanamo.- The paradise of Cayo Santa María, with its turquoise waters, white sands and sargassum-free beaches year-round, will serve as the backdrop from September 15 to 20 for the 7th edition of the «Destinos Gaviota» Tourism Fair, the flagship event of Grupo Gaviota to showcase its renewed offerings to international markets. Under the theme “The Rebirth of Cayo Santa María,” the event will highlight the transformation and evolution of this iconic Cuban Caribbean destination.
Carlos M. Latuff, Executive President of Gaviota, told Excelencias Turísticas magazine in an exclusive interview that this edition will be “the perfect showcase for the launch of new brands and products.” He emphasized that this rebirth represents the transformation, resilience and evolution of the emblematic destination. During Destinos Gaviota, the group will focus on launching new brands and products, unique and differentiated tourist experiences, and proposals that align with international market expectations.
The event is expected to host more than 700 international travel agents and 300 professionals from the Southern Cone, with confirmed representation from tour operators in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay. Participants will stay in Gaviota Hotels properties, experiencing firsthand the destination’s new value propositions.
The program will include training sessions, networking opportunities, product presentations and immersive experiences showcasing the best of Cuban offerings. Highlighted activities include the Crucero del Sol, Jeep Safaris, visits to the dolphinarium, golf practice, the exclusive Music Fest, as well as the traditional party for returning participants.
“Destinos Gaviota” has established itself as the ideal platform to strengthen partnerships and update professionals on the group’s latest innovations, which focus on unique and differentiated tourism experiences that meet international market expectations. The event will demonstrate why Cayo Santa María continues to rank among the Caribbean’s most attractive destinations, combining privileged natural surroundings with a renewed and exclusive hotel offering.
