Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport exceeds one million passengers
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, located in the heart of Quintana Roo, has surpassed an important milestone by reaching one million passengers in record time. This achievement is a testament to the economic and tourism growth of the region and demonstrates the attraction that Quintana Roo has for tourists from all over the world.
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Since its inauguration, the airport has shown impressive development, surpassing initial expectations and positioning itself as a strategic point in the Mexican Caribbean.
Who is the "One Million" passenger?
The protagonist of this milestone was Gerardo Treviño Zúñiga, who arrived at the Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport on a Viva Aerobús flight from Monterrey.
Upon landing, he was greeted by the Secretary of Tourism, Bernardo Cueto, and airport authorities, who informed him of the exciting news that he was the one millionth passenger.
Expectations exceeded at Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) projected that the Tulum airport would receive around 700,000 passengers in its first year and operate 4,500 flights. However, actual figures have far exceeded these estimates, reaching one million passengers and operating more than 7,790 flights. This growth has consolidated the airport as a connectivity hub, not only for Tulum, but for the entire Mexican Caribbean. This result reinforces confidence in the region and its tourist attraction.
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A promising end to the year
At the current rate of growth, the Felipe Carrillo Puerto airport is expected to close 2024 with 10,100 flights and more than 1.3 million passengers. This initial success points to a promising future for the airport, which will continue to be a strategic pillar in the development of Tulum and its surroundings. The airport's growth also implies greater connectivity and opportunities for tourism, making Tulum an increasingly accessible and attractive destination for national and international visitors.
Impact of the Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport on the growth of the Mayan Region
The Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport is much more than a gateway for international tourists; it is a symbol of progress for the Mayan zone and the communities of Quintana Roo. This development strengthens the local economy and creates opportunities for more people to benefit from the tourism industry in the region. Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa highlighted this success, stressing that the airport is a reflection of a "New Agreement for the Wellbeing and Development of Quintana Roo," where all citizens are part of the growth. The airport has contributed significantly to shared prosperity and inclusive tourism.
Expectations for the future
With a projection of sustained growth, the Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport aims to be a pillar of connectivity in the Mexican Caribbean.
The success achieved in its first year of operations, with one million passengers and a large number of additional flights, is just the beginning of a new era for tourism in Tulum.
Passenger and flight projections reflect the global interest in the Mexican Caribbean, as well as Tulum's position as one of the most sought-after tourist destinations.
The tourism transformation of the Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport will continue.
The Tulum Airport has marked a before and after for tourism and the economy of Tulum and Quintana Roo. With this pace of growth, Tulum is increasingly connected to the world, offering opportunities for its inhabitants and visitors.
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