It’s important not to overlook the positive impact of tourism. The tourism industry creates 328 million jobs globally, which means one out of 10 people work in tourism. One out of five jobs in tourism have been created in the past five years due to the industries’ growth. Where the tourism industry grew 3,9% in 2018, the global economy only grew with 3,2%. This illustrates that tourism helps many people make a living.
Another upside to tourism is the increasing intercultural understanding. When people explore countries, cultures, traditions and cuisines different than what they’re used to, it helps them broaden their horizons and be more open-minded towards other ways of living.
Besides, more and more travellers are going for a more sustainable approach in their travels. The sustainable tourism industry is growing with 10% every year, with half of it coming from Europe. It’s predicted that the market for sustainable travel will be 4% of the entire tourism market in 2023.