Exploring sustainability in tourism at FITUR, the world's largest tourism trade fair. Discussing responsible tourism practices, economic impacts in Puerto Rico, environmental challenges in Bali, AI reducing food waste in hotels, and barriers to sustainability in the travel industry.
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Puerto Rico experienced a surge in tourism post-pandemic, emphasizing safety and infrastructure improvements.
Bali implemented sustainability initiatives like a plastic-free policy and tourist tax to address environmental issues.
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Tourism Growth in Puerto Rico Amidst the Pandemic
During the pandemic, Puerto Rico experienced exponential growth in tourism due to US citizens discovering the island as a safe destination. The number of visitors exceeded pre-pandemic levels, with infrastructure improvements to accommodate the influx. Puerto Rico is now a year-round destination with increased international flights, emphasizing its appeal and safety for tourists.
Challenges and Sustainable Tourism Efforts in Bali, Indonesia
Bali, Indonesia faces environmental issues like trash, traffic, and noise due to heavy tourism. To tackle these challenges, Bali implemented a plastic-free policy and a tourist tax for conservation efforts. While concerns exist about potential revenue loss, tourists are generally supportive of sustainability initiatives aimed at preserving Bali's culture and environment.
Global Tourism Sustainability Initiatives and Challenges
The World Travel and Tourism Council is striving for responsible tourism practices to reduce the sector's environmental impact. Efforts include promoting sustainable aviation fuel and using AI to minimize food waste in hotels. However, challenges remain in passing on sustainability costs to tourists and ensuring practical implementation of sustainable tourism pledges at national levels.
We travel to FITUR - International Tourism Trade Fair.
Taking place in Madrid, this year's event was the biggest ever.
As the sector is still recovering from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, we speak to representatives from countries around the world who are aiming to attract visitors.
Plus we focus on responsible tourism, and look at how much emphasis is being placed on sustainability by the travel industry.
Produced and presented by Ashish Sharma
(Image: Tourists at a beach club in Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia, in May 2022, just after the region opened more broadly to fully vaccinated visitors from overseas. Credit: Getty Images).
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