The latest quarterly report “European Tourism – Trends & Prospects 2019” by the European Travel Commission shows that demand for tourism in Europe is expected to maintain an upward trajectory over 2019, despite uncertain trade relationships between China and the US and a slowing Chinese travel demand
Europe, a happy medium for vacation rentals and hotels
Significantly, rather than affecting overall hotel performance, the analysis of room rates suggests that the rise in importance of vacation rentals actually complements traditional accommodation
Outbound tourism spending from the Gulf is six times the global average
A new report from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the European Travel Commission (ETC) shows that outbound tourism from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) – comprising six countries of the Arabian peninsula – has grown strongly in recent years, with international tourism expenditure surpassing USD 60 billion in 2017. @UNWTO
Sustained expansion in Europe over the summer months
European destinations reported healthy growth this summer despite rising political risks and less relaxed financial conditions posing a threat to the global economic outlook. Growth momentum was boosted by robust intra-European demand and improved air connectivity, notably from China. @ETC_Corporate
European Travel Commission reports growth momentum towards the peak travel season
European destinations have paved the way for an encouraging summer season with a third of reporting destinations enjoying double-digit expansion to date. Europe remains the leading destination worldwide despite increased competition. The current forecast for 2018 suggests a moderate expansion trending around 3-4%. @ETC_Corporate
European Travel Commission reports extraordinary results for European tourism in 2017
Europe welcomed 671 million international tourist arrivals in 2017, an outstanding 8% growth compared to 2016 (+2%)_. Europe has consolidated, for the eighth consecutive year, its position as the leading destination worldwide. @visiteurope
Europe the official partner destination for ITB China 2017
Europe is the official partner destination of ITB China 2017, afterÊa corresponding agreement was signed by the European Travel Commission and ITB China. The three-day business to business travel trade fair focuses exclusively on the Chinese travel industry and takes place from MayÊ10-12 in Shanghai.
