Major Challenges for EU Tourism Policy
Major Challenges for EU Tourism Policy

Summary/Abstract: Tourism is one of the sectors that has been developing fastest and growing globally in the last thirty years. Because tourism has affected a wide range of areas, especially economic growth, education, employment, and social development, it has become a critical component of socio-economic development and prosperity for both developed and developing countries. EU member states are among the most important and attractive destinations for travellers. Italy, Germany, France and Spain are among the top 10 global destinations in Europe. Even though the tourism sector is an important industry in the EU, the tourism industry has encountered some difficulties and challenges in the region. These difficulties force the EU to act together with the member countries. The EU is endeavouring to take better action on tourism because of its positive impact on other industries. In the light of this information, the aim of the research is to evaluate the priority of tourism policies of the EU and determine its challenges. The results of the study show that the EU does not have a common tourism policy that includes common rules, applications and principles among member states. However, it doesn't mean that the EU do not have any policies regarding the tourism sector. The EU has many activities under other policy headings, but it has developed in a limited way. Even though there are many challenges that the EU must overcome, it's clear that creating a common tourism policy among member states has a vital importance for the EU economy and society.

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