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Spain's conference tourism sector has achieved notable growth, generating about €15 billion in economic impact. This development highlights Spain's role as a global leader in the MICE industry.
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Costa Rica and 10+ Countries to Participate in FIEXPO Latin America 2026 in San...
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Spain’s Conference Tourism Achieves Record Growth and €15B Economic Impact
Spain’s conference tourism sector has reached record levels of growth fueled by MICE activities, generating around €15 billion in economic impact. This development strengthens the country's position as a global leader in hosting professional events.
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