Overview
- CAME's post‑holiday survey, released Monday, found 993,683 tourists traveled during the Güemes long weekend and generated $216.649 million in direct spending.
- The report says average daily spending fell to $109,013 and average stays shortened to two days, reflecting a 2026 pattern of short, last‑minute, more cautious trips.
- Some inland and nature destinations outperformed the national average with higher occupancy in places like Mendoza, Bariloche, Puerto Iguazú and Salta.
- Coastal operators reported weak hotel bookings, closures and job losses in places such as Mar del Plata, a sign that local businesses are already feeling the squeeze.
- Cumulative figures for six long weekends show about 10.37 million travelers and roughly $2.84 trillion in spending with a 26% drop in travelers versus 2025, and airlines say rising jet fuel costs could push fares higher into the winter season.