Too many tourists visit the same places. Imbalance is a tourism problem - believes Brussels

Dzidzikostas highlighted Europe's dominance in global tourism, emphasizing its economic significance and the need for workforce development. He announced a new EU strategy to establish a tourism academy aimed at training professionals and addressing workforce shortages. The commissioner noted the issue of tourist overcrowding in popular areas and the importance of data collection for better management. He also pointed out the decline in tourism in regions perceived as unsafe due to geopolitical tensions, advocating for initiatives to reassure potential visitors about safety in Europe. A new EU budget will address these challenges.