The 2020 pandemic and previous years’ overtourism issues showed us both the benefits, the relevance, and the limits of the tourism, hospitality and leisure industries for society. We cannot foresee the future, but we can listen to challenges and start developing solutions.
So far we have received more than 900 responses in which these questions have been discussed::
How should we IMAGINE tourism now that we have an opportunity to reset the way we do business?
Which CHANGES would you like to see? If any?
What are your CHALLENGES and CONCERNS?
What are your IDEAS and SOLUTIONS to make it through the pandemic AND into a sustainable and innovative future of tourism?
In the name of the global tourism family, many thanks to every single one of you for the inspiring feedback. Your replies are summarized in the sections below.
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CHALLENGES
We are trying to figure out, what kind of tourist are there going to be after the COVID-19. How can we address them?
How can we make our business stable?
How to connect with other regional stakeholders to be more stable and present in future market? (April, 2020)
Tourism business representative
Slovenia
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TOURISM MEANS
The thing about travel that leaves the biggest impression on me is definitely just the general vibe/feel you get from a place, not necessarily the main tourist attractions, museums, etc...I think that most of the feeling you get from a city is contributed by the locals; their lifestyle and shared values. That’s why meeting new people and getting to know more about their culture and outlook on life is the thing I’m most excited for when traveling. (April, 2020)
Student
Slovenia
CHALLENGES
A complete stop of all the work iniciatives we have been discussing with private tourism companies regarding their events, new business ventures or just plain marketing activities. (March, 2020)
Tourism business representative
Slovenia
CONCERNS
Cashflow is a major concern, as with any business, as well as the health of our employees and business partners. (May, 2020)
Tourism business representative
United Kingdom
IDEAS
Exploring the world without cars. (April, 2020)
Tourist
Slovenia
I CAN OFFER
The best resource I can offer to others is the power to brainstorm new ideas to improve the service processes in our tourism facilities. Just with a lot of innovation and new ways of service it is possible to reach the end with a success and not become a victim of it. (June, 2020)
Student
Italy
I NEED
We need customers, interesting local providers, accommodations that will meet safety standards. (July, 2020)
Tourism employee
Slovenia
SOLUTIONS
I am a good communicator so I could talk to those who feel lonely at the time, I can provide any kind of creative work if needed or health care for those in need. (April, 2020)
Student
Slovenia
EXPLOITATION
Social media influencers using it for attention; politicians making speeches to further their own agendas and blame various other parties instead of taking responsibility. Others whom are price gouging, being rude and inconsiderate, unfortunately this list goes on and on and on. (March, 2020)
Student
United States
OTHER / SPOTTED
Maybe finding financial solutions or funds for those who are now in existential crisis. I also think everyone who is working in culture sector or any other art branch is fearful of the future situation. I think we should really support those and find a way to make their lives easier. After all, art is what define us, makes us humans. (April, 2020)
