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Airlines rely on fossil fuels; however, this is unhealthy for the environment - airlines are having to adapt to greener, renewable fuels to hit 'net-zero' targets set by the ICAO. Airlines are slowly using more fuel efficient planes on long-haul routes, that are smaller but can fly further - they are also quieter.
As passengers are becoming more environmentally aware, they are choosing businesses who are more environmentally friendly than others - however, this is creating pressure for airlines to adapt.
With popular destinations like the Maldives being at risk from rising sea levels, everyone is learning to adapt and ensure to remain sustainable.
Local sourcing is a vital part in tourism, it helps the local communities and reduces food miles. Travel companies who source locally will be seen in a positive light.
Ethical sourcing covers the way in which products are produced; this includes the whole supply chain and ensuring that workers who are involved are treated and paid fairly.

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With the minimum wage increasing, the average work hours will also be increasing; this means the work days will be longer, and require more effort - the reason for this is businesses will begin to struggle to hire more staff members. As well as this, smaller businesses will need to gain a higher profit in order to remain stable.

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All airlines that operate in the UK, must have an ATOL license; this has to be renewed. What this does is ensure the customers safety if the company goes into administration and allows them to continue their holiday.
Increases in the minimum wage makes labour costs more expensive and costs more to afford customers; this can affect small businesses. If businesses cannot afford to keep their number of staff, they cannot afford to employ more - which will mean, the current staff are affected with more work.
In 2018, package holiday regulations were introduced; this means customers are entitled to financial security on any holiday they book - however, prior to this, it was only package holidays that were capable for financial security. As well as this, within the contract businesses should offer customers products and services of a high standard; if not, they are capable to a refund.
Companies who purchase soft drinks that contain sugar, they will need to pay a sugar tax; this means the price of soft drinks are being sold at a higher price.

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80% of tourists are now booking their holidays online, which means travel agencies are seeing a decrease of numbers in their store. However, if customers do enter travel agencies, typically it will be the older generation; due to their lack of confidence with technology.
Customers are now able to order their food and drinks at the table using a QR code; this was created when Covid-19 struck. However, businesses began to realises the public preferred it even after the covid restrictions.
Hotels are allowing their customers to see their room through their website, with a 3D image - with this, guest satisfaction has increased, as they are able to pick a room they're happy with. Many well-known hotels are known for using this, such as., Hilton.
From 2024, airports will have better security - they will be able to accurately detect contents of a passenger's bag, without them needing to remove liquids and electronics; therefore, cutting down queueing times. As well as this, airports are also using facial recognition software's on automated boarding gates.

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Travel agencies seeing a lack of numbers, they cannot afford to remain open - instead, they will prioritise their online websites. With this, the older generation will struggle in booking holidays.

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With the elderly living longer, due to the NHS and better lifestyles; this means, cruises and coaches are receiving a large income from the grey market. As well as this, younger people are staying home longer - so they have more disposable income and can spend it on holidays.
Package holidays have been popular since 1950's post war; this means, most people have been on the typical 1-2 week beach holiday and want to try something different - city breaks and long weekends are seeing an increase in numbers. As well as these, tourists are enjoying specialist holidays; based on individual hobbies and interests, for e.g., dark tourism.
Traditionally, cruises are known to be popular with the grey market; however, the popularity has grown, and the average age of a tourist on a cruise is 40+. With more available to the public, they are seeing a rise in younger tourists.

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From 2023, British visitors will need to register online and pay in advance for a 'Etias' Visa (approximately £7 for a 3 year permit). UK passport holders now require a visa to work in the EU; this means, tour operators are employing more EU-based staff as resort reps. As well as this, the desired length of stay will be affected for holiday makes and business travellers to stay in the EU for longer than 90 days - if tourists want to stay longer than 90 days, they will need a visa. Holidays will increase in price, as well as, mobile data roaming, visa and insurance. UK tourists will no longer have the opportunity to use the EU fast-track passport control and customs lanes - with this, immigration procedures will now take longer; due to UK passport holders requiring stamps in their passport on arrival into the EU. Finally, UK tourists will now be able to bring duty-free alcohol and tobacco into the UK from an EU destination.

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Due to less 'disposable income', UK residents are not able to spend their money on luxuries; such as, holidays. As well as this, hospitality businesses are also putting up their prices -In 2023, the price of holidays to European destinations is expected to rise; due to travel companies facing rises in energy prices.

Domestic energy bills have increased over the past year, doubling the average household's energy bill; this has also impacted all businesses in the UK, including the hospitality sector.

People are going to prioritise their bills and needs, rather than spend their income on luxuries; this will heavily impact the tourism industry, with less sales and numbers of UK tourists. However, there will possibly be a rise in domestic holidays - although, due to prices in petrol and diesel rising, it is uncertain.

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With the increased cost, tourists will decide against booking holidays abroad; however, this can benefit the UK - with an increased sale in staycations (domestic holidays).

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The cost of holidays in Europe is set to increase as hotels and travel companies face rising energy costs, travel industry experts have warned.

Summer 2023 prices for holidays in Europe are expected to rise significantly compared with 2022 prices. 2022 average holiday costs were already on average 11% higher than pre-pandemic 2019 holiday prices.

The rising cost of energy and inflation has forced hotels to put up their rates, Rita Marques Portugal's Secretary of State for Tourism told the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) conference in December.

"Everyone is facing rising costs. These costs have to have an impact on prices," she said.

"Energy bills rising has a huge impact, for example with hotels energy bills make up around 15% of their costs."

But despite the price increases, and people being forced to tighten their belts, Rita believes that rising prices won't put people off travelling to Europe for holidays. She added that many holidaymakers are keener than ever to get away after being unable to travel during the pandemic.

She said: "Yes everyone in Europe is facing inflation costs and rising energy costs but that doesn't stop people from wanting to travel. We know that after the pandemic people want to travel so they are coming back."

The luxury and low-budget ends of the travel market are the least impacted, with those travellers who have the most, and least to spend, being unbothered by the rising costs.

There are fears however that the rising costs will slow down the travel industry's moves towards sustainability. Customers who are already facing rising prices for holidays in Europe are not always willing to pay more for sustainability, Enrique Ybarra, founder and chief executive of City Sightseeing worldwide told the WTTC conference. "The customer is not ready to pay for sustainability."

Holidaymakers are also expected to look to European destinations which offer the best value for travel expert Simon Calder told BBC Breakfast this morning. He said in Western Europe this means Portugal offers some of the best deals while more unusual destinations in Eastern Europe like Bulgaria, Albania, Montenegro and North Macedonia are proving popular for 2023.

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Price of European holidays set to rise as inflation and energy crisis bite

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The cost of holidays in Europe is set to increase as hotels and travel companies face rising energy costs, travel industry experts have warned. Summer 2023 prices for holidays in Europe are expected to rise significantly compared with 2022 prices. 2022 average holiday costs were already on average 11% higher than pre-pandemic 2019 holiday prices.

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With the UK currency (GBP) dropping in value compared to most currencies, travel to the UK (from overseas) is cheaper; however, oversea travel is more expensive for UK residents. This has also led to an increase in fuel prices; affecting residents and airlines as aviation fuel is traded in USD. As well as this, inflation has hit its highest level for over 40years; leading to a big increase in prices of essential goods, like food and clothing. People are gaining less 'disposable income', due to wages remaining the same but prices rising.

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As the popularity of the traditional beach holiday has decreased, tourists are finding enjoyment in other holidays and destinations available to them - such as., safari, city breaks, etc. More destinations and organisations will begin to see profit. However, this does mean companies within the travel sector will need to improve on tourists needs and wants in order to impress.