WTTC Condemns Anti-Tourism Protests
Anti-tourism protests have erupted in major cities across Spain, Italy, and Portugal, as locals oppose the rising costs and housing pressures associated with overtourism. The WTTC has issued a statement regarding these issues.
Travel & Tourism brings significant economic benefits, not just for large travel corporations, but for local businesses and small companies that supply them.
The sector creates employment and revenue from international and domestic visitors.
It should not be blamed for wider issues like housing shortages, which often have complex, deep-rooted causes beyond the sector’s influence.
Travel & Tourism generates substantial tax revenues. Governments must engage with communities to ensure these funds are reinvested to meet local needs like improved infrastructure.
WTTC supports responsible Travel & Tourism that benefits people and works with governments to help achieve it.
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