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14 August 2024
Communication from the Commission towards a common European tourism data space
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14 August 2024
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The European Commission's Communication to develop a common European data space for tourism focuses on fostering sustainability and digitalization within the tourism ecosystem.
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Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
EU-27
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Academic/Research and VET Institutions
Company with 250 or more employees
Consumer / tourist organisation
Cultural and Heritage Organisations
Destination Management & Marketing Organisations
EU institutions
Financial Institutions and Investors
Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce
International Organisations
Local authorities
Media/Travel Journalist Organisations
National authorities
Networks and Federations / Confederations
NGOs / Non-profits
Regional authorities
SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)
Trade Unions
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Specific types of tourism
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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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Transition Pathway Strategic Areas
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Digitalisation of tourism SMEs and destinations
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Governance of tourism destinations
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Tools for data on tourism
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Business activities
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Activities of amusement parks and theme parks
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Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism
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Air passenger transport
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Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks
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Events catering and other food services
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Festivals, cultural and entertainment activities
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Gardens and nature reserves activities
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Holiday Housing / Apartments and other short stay accommodation
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Hotel and similar accommodation
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Mobile beverage services
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Mobile food services
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Museums
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Operation of historical sites
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Other
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Other accommodation
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Other amusement and recreation activities
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Other food and beverage services
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Other holiday reservation services
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Other tourism transportation activities
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Rail Passenger transport
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Recreational and sport activities
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Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)
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Road passenger transport
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Tour operator activities
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Travel agency activities
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Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport
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The European Commission's Communication towards a common European tourism data space (2023/C 263/01) discusses creation of the data space which will benefit various stakeholders, including business intermediaries, destination managers, and tourism service providers, by offering high-quality information from diverse sources. Public authorities will also gain from the interoperability framework, exemplified by the EU Tourism Dashboard. SMEs, which dominate the tourism sector, will find a single reference point for data availability, aiding in service improvement and innovation.
Destination Management Organisations (DMOs) will transition from a marketing focus to managing sustainable tourism offers, supported by comprehensive data from multiple sources. The data space will enable DMOs to utilize and access more information, enhancing their planning and management capabilities.
The Communication addresses challenges such as data fragmentation, interoperability, and administrative burdens. It focuses on providing searchability tools and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Enhanced data sharing will not only benefit the tourism sector but also contribute to sustainability efforts, support local supply chains, and improve healthcare planning for travelers.
Overall, the common European data space for tourism seeks to create a more personalized, sustainable, and innovative tourism experience, maintaining Europe's status as a premier tourism destination.
For an in-depth analysis and further insights, please visit the linked source on the left-hand side of the platform.
#Cross-regional cooperation #Tourism development #Resilience planning #Adaptation strategies
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