In 2021, tourism is expected to be, once again, facing a difficult year. The latest figures show that the arrival of international tourists decreased by more than 80% in the first three months of the year.
The World Tourism Organization reports two scenarios for 2021. The first scenario anticipates a rebound in July, with a 66% increase in international arrivals compared to the historically low levels of last year. The second, less optimistic scenario, suggests a potential rebound starting in September.
“European Health Pass”: Urgency to Revive Tourism
To make people feel safe when traveling again, the key is to rebuild trust. The WTO emphasizes the need to coordinate and harmonize different hygiene and security protocols worldwide. The European Digital Covid Certificate is an example of this: the WTO is cooperating with the European Commission to use it as a model in other regions of the world.
