#2 tourist destination in the world, 83 million people visited Spain in 2019.
They are attracted by the variety of the landscape, Spain’s rich and ancient culture, its cosmopolitan population, innovative industry, hospitality tradition, gastronomy, vineyards…
Speaking Spanish is very important for a career in international hospitality. It is the only language spoken by more than 400 million people in the 5 continents. After Mandarin, it’s the most spoken language in the world.
Based of the inform of WTTC, Tourism in Spain brings about 176.000 to the Spanish economy every year, with 2.8 M of jobs positions, representing 14.7% of all the Spanish jobs.
Compared to other countries in Europe. No matter where you live in Spain you can make it an affordable venture but when you are careful in your selections you can ensure this even more so.
Spain has four seasons, with each of those seasons providing delightful weather. The average temperature in the winter is 59 degrees, a most comfortable and enjoyable temperature. In the summer the average temperature is 70 degrees, also pleasant. The climate you will enjoy while being in Spain will slightly differ depending upon your location in the country.
Paella, Patatas bravas, Gazpacho, Spanish Jam, Churros, Croquetas, Tortilla, Wines from Rioja, La Mancha, La Ribera del Diero, Ruedas, Sierras de Málaga and Penedés are among the many delights of Spanish gastronomy. The school offers wine tasting activities as part of its academic program.
Alicante, Cádiz, Palma, Barcelona, Ibiza, San Sebastián, Valencia and La costa del Sol are some of the many places where it’s possible to find some of the world´s best beach resorts.
In addition to affordable costs of living, attractive tuition fees compared to USA, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia.
Hospitality stems from the History of France. In the Middle Ages, young gentlemen traveling the world, diplomatic emissaries and princes stayed in the most beautiful residence in town and the most important people fought for the honor of being able to host them.
Human values were the ones that gave it this reputation for excellence. The French art of hospitality is mainly founded upon guest satisfaction. Hosts must thus possess specific qualities that Vatel strives to develop for its students during their schooling: respect, discretion, an open mind towards other cultures, a desire to please others and create an emotion, knowing how to be a good listener, how to warmly welcome others, having a sound general culture, etc.
The Spanish hospitality is known worldwide and is constantly growing with over 14.000 Hospitality Establishments and 1.5.15.608 Squares in hotel establishments.
In Spain, tourism represents the first job industry with 13% of the country employment coming from this sector.
Language of courses; English or Spanish
Located in Andalucía, home of over 2.400 hotel establishments, located in the heart of Costa del Sol, Malaga is a growing city with an impressive tourism activity.
