Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, sp...
Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, specialist knowledge and a comprehensive breakdown of key market data. Our research identifies key strategic themes relevant across the region, while also providing a more granular unders...
In 2023, the growth of hotels is being driven by a diverse range of segments. Mid-market hotels and unrated hotels have experienced a surge in demand as consumers seek more affordable accommodation options amid the cost-of-living crisis. Mid-market…
The rebound in the number of outlets alongside improving inbound tourism flows are expected to boost lodging’s performance over 2023. There is set to be a further increase in the number of outlets across lodging over 2023, supported by newly-built…
Boosted by inflation, inbound tourism recovery, a strong domestic market and the rise of average daily rates, lodging saw value sales surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2022, with the positive trend maintained in 2023 with both value sales and bed nights…
Travel in Norway has seen a notable resurgence with the return of inbound tourists, marking a positive shift in the country's tourism landscape. Growth has been seen through short-term rental accommodations, which have transformed the way travellers…
Reflecting the recovery in travel and rising prices, booking continues to record strong growth in 2023. Intermediary sales are outperforming direct sales. The channel is benefiting from the continual recovery of leisure cruise and leisure packages.…
Current value sales of leisure packages are projected to see dynamic growth in 2023, following an exponential increment over 2022. As a result, leisure packages current value sales are expected to return very close to the 2019 pre-Coronavirus…
Although the cost of living is on an upward trend, with high levels of inflation and rising interest rates, local people continue to favour travel in 2023, taking advantage of savings amassed during the pandemic making travel affordable. While some…
The Norwegian tourism industry has faced unprecedented challenges due to the global pandemic. As a result, many businesses within the sector were forced to lay off employees as travel restrictions and lockdowns severely impacted tourism activities.…
The lifting of pandemic-related travel restrictions and all borders reopening in 2023 are contributing to an upsurge in passenger traffic, resulting in flight schedules gradually reverting to their pre-pandemic levels. With the desire to explore new…
The Dutch government increased the flight tax from EUR7.95 to EUR26.43 per passenger per outbound flight, starting on 1 January 2023. New climate and environmental regulations from the European Commission and the Dutch government will increase the…