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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::
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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Open borders for travel. Accurate and up-to-date information on new epicenters of infections. (August, 2020)
Tourism is the industry our business operates in. It encapsulates everything we do. (April, 2020)
We face travel cancellations and almost zero demand, instability, fear in people. Every day there are new security measures and changes that affect the decisions of potential passengers. (August, 2020)
My biggest concern is, that the infections are starting to rise again. In case that will happen I fear that the borders will be closed again and we can´t start our semester at university. (June, 2020)
Reduce air traffic. Reduce car traffic. Increase bike tourism. Innsbruck was just so beautiful without any vehicle noises during the lockdown. (June, 2020)
My joy at work in the tourism industry. (June, 2020)
COVID-19 is causing a spike in student questions about careers. I need advices via a online platform where students and I are able to ask questions of people with experience in particular fields. (October, 2020)
We try to be in contact with our guests and followers through our social media. We are publishing more content for inspiration and also with a support for local businesses. (April, 2020)
Assistance with tourist vouchers only to accommodation facility. Travel agencies were largely excluded because hoteliers do not confirm shared reservations. (July, 2020)
Prepare for the opening: prepare a protocol. How will you welcome your guests tomorrow; which standards will you have to follow to guarantee safety; how will you adapt to the »new reality«; where will you put the hand disinfection gel? These are some questions to answer to make feel the guest secure and safety at your place. (April, 2020)