Bariloche freezes prices to increase tourist numbers

On CNN Radio Argentina, Sergio Herrero, Bariloche's Secretary of Tourism, addressed the local municipality's decision to freeze the price of ski passes for the entire season, which they are seeking to implement for other rates. On CNN Primera Mañana, the Rio Negro official stated that "we are attentive to tourism and are working to avoid low seasons." He asserted that "the most significant measure we faced last year was the increase in the price…

While other competing destinations like Chapelco already have their rates for the next winter season, in Bariloche the indefiniteness persists and no one knows how much it will cost to ski this year in Cathedral, despite the fact that the mayor Walter Cortés has already announced on his own that the same price will be maintained last year....

The travel agencies of Bariloche, Puerto Madryn and soon Mendoza have pledged to freeze the rates of land services and excursions, with the aim of providing predictability to tourists and further promoting national tourism. In addition, the measure seeks to stimulate domestic tourism, ensuring that those planning their trips can access quality experiences without surprises in prices: “From FAEVYT (Argentina Federation of Travel and Tourism Busin…