Tourism is an important economic sector for most of our member regions, and the call for partners of the Municipality of Pescocostanzo in Abruzzo (IT) is a good example.

Yet current trends, either economic, social or ecological, impact touristic development’s possibilities and represent a challenge for European regions especially those who depend heavily on this sector.

The European Parliament has issued a briefing on Major Challenges for EU tourism and policy responses. It provides useful information regarding these challenges, their impact on tourism in Europe through numerous data and policies implemented to help tourist sector. Furthermore, funding opportunities and their possible use for tourism-related activities are listed in this briefing.

It brings new information and perspective and thus complete the Guide on EU funding for the tourism sector

Here is the briefing from the European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS):

Major challenges for EU tourism and policy response