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Europe’s Tourism Displays A Strong Rebound, But Remains Uneven Across The Region
Following a summer of strong tourism demand, international tourist arrivals to Europe are only 3.2% below 2019 levels, and nights
Europeans adjust travel plans due to cost worries
The number of Europeans planning to take trips from June to November 2023 decreased by 4% compared to last year but still remains high at 69%.
European Travel Commission launches climate action plan
To address the urgency of climate action, the plan commits to halve emissions generated by ETC’s operations by 2030, as well as to support engagement in climate action among its member National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) and lead the way for tourism stakeholders in Europe.
European tourism regains lost ground despite persistent headwinds
European tourism demand entered 2023 on a strong footing despite ongoing challenges, with international tourist arrivals 18% below 2019 levels.
European travellers opt for early summer trips to beat crowds and rising travel costs
About 72% of Europeans intend to travel between April and September this year. Leisure remains the primary reason for travel (69%), though the drop of 7% over 2022 suggests a potential slowdown in the post-pandemic 'revenge' travel.
ETC: Europeans determined to keep their travel spend
The European Travel Commission (ETC) has released its latest report on Monitoring Sentiment for Domestic and Intra-European Travel, providing insights into European travel plans in spring – summer 2023.
Long-haul travel sentiment to Europe improves
Over 60% of potential travellers in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, and the US intend to travel long-haul in 2023, with Europe being top of mind.
UNWTO to boost European travel with platform for sharing best practices
The DataLab network, led by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the European Travel Commission (ETC) will provide a unique platform for sharing best practices, including know-how in data management and analytics
European Travel Commission extends complimentary membership to Ukraine’s tourism agency
European Travel Commission (ETC) has invited the State Agency for Tourism Development of Ukraine (SATD) to join the organisation with a complimentary three-year membership
European Travel Commission stands in solidarity with Ukraine
The European Travel Commission (ETC), representing national tourism organisations of Europe, issued a statement today condemning the military aggression by the Russian Federation and expressing solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
Domestic tourism to drive European recovery
The most recent edition of the European Tourism Trends & Prospects quarterly report from ETC continues to monitor the Covid-19 impact on the sector, examining how travel activity is rebounding as the world learns to live with the virus
Pre-pandemic levels of European travel will not be achieved until 2024
Although European travel demand is poised for a major recovery due to the high vaccination rates in Europe, volumes are still far from the pre-pandemic days which are not expected to be surpassed until 2024.
Pre-pandemic levels of European travel will not be achieved until 2024
Although European travel demand is poised for a major recovery due to the high vaccination rates in Europe, volumes are still far from the pre-pandemic days which are not expected to be surpassed until 2024
Long-haul travellers cautious about planning trips to Europe
Intentions to travel to Europe between September and December 2021 remain weak in key overseas markets
Europe becomes Strategic Partner of ITB China 2021
Many Chinese are looking forward to travelling abroad according to recent data collected by the European Travel Commission (ETC), who is strengthening ties with ITB China as a Strategic Partner in 2021
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