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Rising visitor numbers and increased construction in Europe threaten historic sites, biodiversity, and natural resources during peak summer season.
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Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
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Estonia
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Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Academic/Research and VET Institutions
Consumer / tourist organisation
Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce
International Organisations
Media/Travel Journalist Organisations
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Adventure tourism
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Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism
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Cultural tourism
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Ecotourism
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Education tourism
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Festival tourism
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Gastronomy tourism
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Health and medical tourism
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MICE tourism
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Mountain tourism
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Religious tourism
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Rural tourism
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Sports tourism
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Urban/city tourism
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Wellness tourism
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Green Transition of Tourism Companies and SMEs
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Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks
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As Europe approaches peak summer season, popular tourist destinations are feeling the strain caused by rising visitor numbers. Increased construction of hotels and housing developments threatens historic sites, biodiversity, and natural resources.
#Community engagement #Sustainable tourism #Climate action
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