Tourism is a major economic activity in the European Union with wide-ranging impact on economic growth, employment, and social development. It can be a powerful tool in fighting economic decline and unemployment. Yet, tourism faces challenges.
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The European Commission has published an overview of recent developments in the EU transport and tourism sectors, presenting key trends and indicators at EU level and across individual Member States.
Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism Apostolos Tzitzikostas will host a Youth Policy Dialogue focused on European tourism in Athens, Greece.
The Middle East crisis continues to affect Europe’s transport and tourism sector, notably through disruptions to fuel supply and the closure of certain air and shipping routes.
Stakeholders are invited to take part in a consultation on the second draft of the ‘Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules’ (PEFCR), aimed at supporting EU hotels in measuring and communicating the sustainability of their accommodation services,
Tourism destinations across Europe are invited to present their most innovative and sustainable tourism initiatives, positioning themselves as leading examples in the field.
The city of Tampere officially launched its year as the 2026 European Capital of Smart Tourism