The State of Tourism in 2021: What Can We Expect This Year?
Since the start of the global COVID-19 crisis, tourism has been among the hardest-hit sectors worldwide. A UNWTO reported stated that international tourist arrivals were down 83% in the first quarter of 2021. Asia and the Pacific recorded the lowest levels of tourism, with a 94% drop. 2021 is set to become the most notable year yet for tourism. As the world recovers from the pandemic, borders are gradually starting to reopen. Meanwhile, COVID-19 has markedly reshaped tourists’ preferences. International tourism is set to change permanently. Choice of destinations and activities A European Commission report stated that the COVID-19 health […]