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11 October 2024
Overview of European Commission's Strategy on coastal and maritime tourism
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11 October 2024
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The European Commission’s strategy on maritime and coastal tourism aims to boost sustainable growth, innovation, and competitiveness, significantly contributing to the EU economy.
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Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
EU-27
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
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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Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism
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Transition Pathway Strategic Areas
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Cross-border travelling
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Digitalisation of tourism SMEs and destinations
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Equal and fair tourism jobs
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Green Transition of Tourism Companies and SMEs
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Innovative tourism services
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Tourism strategies
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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 article provides an overview European Commission's strategy on maritime and coastal tourism, highlighting the sector’s significant contribution to the EU economy by employing over 3.2 million people and generating EUR 183 billion in gross value added. The strategy focuses on sustainable growth, innovation, and competitiveness, with key actions including improving tourism data, fostering cooperation among stakeholders, promoting ecotourism, and maximizing access to EU funding. The Commission facilitates this process through structured dialogues and conferences, aiming to enhance the sector’s resilience and sustainability.
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#EU Tourism Strategy #Sustainable tourism #Innovation in tourism #Cross-regional cooperation #Resilience planning
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