To date, Croatia has surpassed all other EU member states in the number of tourist arrivals. It increased by 23% after the country on the Adriatic lifted most of the entry restrictions imposed on international travelers due to COVID-19.
On the contrary, Austria, according to the quarterly report of the European Tourism Commission, has suffered more than other EU states as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Strict sanitary and epidemiological measures introduced by the authorities of the Alpine Republic led to a landslide drop in the influx of foreign tourists. It has decreased by 97%.
Participants discussed the boundary between nature and ecotourism, whether mass visits to unique areas can remain safe, the responsibilities of investors, and how to prepare tourists for visiting specially protected natural areas.
The head of state expressed confidence that the Forum will be held at a high level, and that its results will contribute to the development of tourism in Russia and the expansion of humanitarian and business ties.