Report notes that this summer season is essential for the sector as European travel demand remained weak in early 2021.
Travel industry calls for swift adaoption of harmonised EU travel rules
Ahead of the EU Ambassadors’ meeting on 11 June, the European travel and tourism industry associations call on Member States to approve the Commission’s proposal to start lifting travel restrictions in the EU in a coordinated way.
Long-haul travellers still cautious about planning trips to Europe
News of easing pandemic restrictions boosts travellers’ hopes for summer 2021; however, overseas trips are not yet the preferred option for many.
ETC invites Europeans to open up travel again
ETC encourages Europeans to travel abroad responsibly and to provide them with clear and comprehensive information to plan their next trip.
Google joins the European Travel Commission
Google to help drive the European tourism sector’s recovery and strengthen the sector as an engine for economic growth.
Mixed prospects for European summer
As Europe works to accelerate vaccination programmes over the coming months and control the spread of COVID-19, the expected easing of restrictions provides some hope for travel in summer 2021.
Europeans want the most out of their summer holidays
As Europeans are starting to consider a summer getaway, the spotlight falls on whether upcoming holidays can be enjoyed to the fullest.
WTTC and ETC call for approval of the “Urgent procedure” of the Digital Green Certificate
The proposed Digital Green Certificate will provide the reassurance consumers need to book their trips and ensure the return of safe international travel.
ETC commission releases step-by-step framework for sustainable tourism development
ETC releases ultimate roadmap for European destinations on how to tackle every step on a journey towards sustainable transformation.
Tourism stakeholders urge investment in sustainable tourism as part of EU recovery
European Tourism Manifesto has called on European governments to include tourism as a strategic part of their national Recovery and Resilience plans.
