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Germany has joined a growing list of European nations experiencing significant jet fuel shortages and logistical disruptions, attributed to the cessation of critical Middle Eastern supply chains and the strategic closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Greece has joined a growing coalition of European nations supporting Jet2's call to suspend the Entry/Exit System (EES) to prevent potential travel disruptions and ensure a seamless experience for UK tourists.
The European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, appealed this Wednesday for tourists and travellers to keep their holiday plans, guaranteeing protection in the event of disruptions. This warning comes amid concerns regarding the impact of the energy crisis on the travel sector.
MEPs advocate for solutions for “locations suffering from excessive tourism,” including “coherently” regulating short-term rentals to avoid “local housing problems and the displacement of residents.”
The report argues that sustainable tourism in the EU 'should alleviate pressure on the most popular locations, inspire travellers to explore remote regions and improve connections to emerging destinations'.
The European Commission anticipated today “very difficult months and years” due to the current energy crisis caused by the conflict in the Middle East, admitting pressure on aviation fuel and concern regarding tourism in the European Union (EU).
The European Commission warned on Wednesday, the 22nd, of “very difficult months and years” ahead due to the current energy crisis triggered by the conflict in the Middle East. The Commission acknowledged pressure on aviation fuel and expressed concern regarding tourism in the European Union (EU). European Commissioner for Energy, Dan Jørgensen, stated in Brussels that this is not a minor short-term price hike, but a crisis potentially as severe as those of 1973 and 2022 combined. During a press conference presenting measures to address the energy crisis caused by the war in Iran—initiated by US and Israeli strikes—Jørgensen noted that aviation is the sector under the most pressure due to obstacles in kerosene supply. Brussels is considering potential actions should there be a shortage of aviation fuel in the EU.
The second edition of the Iberian River Tourism Meeting, organised by Odiana, focuses on enhancing cross-border collaboration between Portugal and Spain.
Members of the European Parliament's housing committee acknowledge that Portugal is going through a “severe” housing crisis and advocate for a “fair balance” between tourism and access to affordable housing.
Home News Shower gel and shampoo to be banned in Portugal hotels Shower gel and shampoo to be banned in Portugal hotels To promote sustainable tourism, the European Union has decided to ban the provision of plastic sachets of shower gel and shampoo in hotels.
Brexit did not take freedom away from travellers; it removed their automatic entitlements.
