Carlos Loayza

Carlos Loayza is the general manager of the Cámara Nacional de Turismo (Canatur) in Peru. He has expressed optimism about the potential for religious tourism in the country following the election of Robert Prevost as Pope. Loayza highlighted that religious tourism could significantly contribute to Peru's recovery from the pandemic, as it already accounts for a substantial portion of global tourism. He emphasized the need for improved infrastructure to accommodate the anticipated influx of visitors intrigued by the proposed 'Ruta Turística Papa León XIV,' which would showcase cities where the new pope served during his pastoral work.