THOUSANDS OF HOTEL JOBS IN AUSTRIA ARE VACANT

Bill Alen -
Since the last week, there are no more entry restrictions to Austria. The tourism industry hopes for a successful summer tourism season like before the pandemic. However, there are several setbacks. ...

A CHRONIC SHORTAGE OF TOURIST GUIDES AND DRIVERS IN ITALY

Daniel A. Tanner -
Italy is a well-liked tourist destination, but there is a shortage of key professionals, such as tourist guides and drivers. This problem has become more apparent in recent months as tourists have sta ...

RELIGIOUS TOURISM DEVASTATED BY COVID-19

Samuel Dorsi -
The Hajj, the largest pilgrimage in the Muslim world, has begun in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. But this year again, only a few tens of thousands of pilgrims are allowed to participate because of the pandemic ...

NORWAY'S GOVERNMENT AIMS FOR DIESEL-FREE FJORDS

Andrew J. Wein -
BY 2026, Norway's government plans to ban diesel-powered cruise ships from entering Geiranger Fjord to protect the environment and combat climate change. However, this sudden decision has caused conce ...

POST-PANDEMIC TOURISM – IS OVERTOURISM COMING BACK AGAIN?

Theodore Slate -
On June 10, the city of Amsterdam sent out a press release to the world: "Visitors who disrespect our residents and our heritage are not welcome.” ...