Question 30680 — tourism and leisure

Summary

Mr. Patrick Loiseau draws the attention of the Secretary of State, to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, to the difficulties encountered by tourism professionals. Tourism and hotel and catering professionals face an immense challenge. For many, maintaining their activity is at stake. The upcoming season, which will begin in a few hours, will be decisive. His department of Vendée is one of the most touristy departments in France in terms of attendance: 1st French department in outdoor hotels; each year, 8 million overnight stays, 15% of Vendée’s GDP. For tourism stakeholders in his constituency, like many coastal regions, the resumption of tourist activity is a question of survival. The covid-19 crisis imposed a total shutdown of activity, then a restart laborious. The French are cautious, and the context is not always conducive to relaxation and consumption, without forgetting the heavy health protocols that professionals must put in place. They are of course necessary to fight the epidemic, but often represent a significant cost. The list of anxieties of these professionals is long. “Will the French go on vacation this summer? Could I retain my employees after the season? How to deal with additional costs and cash flow problems? How to manage the cancellation of festivals and summer events which bring with them many tourists? » So, the professionals mobilized, and he would like to salute their great work: communication campaigns, innovative formulas, mobilization of institutions and local elected officials, development of tourism eco-responsible... Of course, France is not the only one concerned. This crisis has hit the whole of Europe. In response, European Commissioner Thierry Breton presented a European “Marshall Plan” to revive tourism with massive support for the sector. But, when it comes to reviving tourist activity, each European state preaches for its parish. This summer 2020, the drop in reservations from foreign customers is estimated at 75%. However, there is good news nonetheless. France of course has exceptional destinations and a heritage rich in culture and history. It is an undeniable asset, which has even raised France to the rank of the world's leading tourist destination. 90% of citizens want to stay in France this summer. France is also less dependent on foreign customers than other countries such as Spain or Italy. To the France to seize this momentum in order to best support tourism stakeholders. Above all, we must not forget them once the summer season is over. What is planned to support them in the long term? Also, tourism must be rethought in a context of climate emergency and resource depletion. What concrete actions are planned to promote eco-tourism and sustainable mobility? He finally asks her how favor authenticity over mass tourism, which is sometimes devastating for certain sites and the environment.

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