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P3.5B DOT budget for 2023 gets Senate panel OK

DOT Secretary Christina Frasco

Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco —Photo from DOT facebook page

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate finance subcommittee approved on Thursday the P3.5 billion budget of the Department of Tourism (DOT) for 2023.

Senator Nancy Binay, who presided over the hearing that took almost 3 hours, submitted the budget of the DOT and its attached agencies for plenary discussions.

During the budget presentation, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco expressed confidence in better tourism industry with the help of the Senate.

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“In [the] road towards recovery, we will continue to face many challenges. With the support of the honorable Senate, I know that we can and we will rebuild a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable tourism industry.

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“After all, tourism is our shared responsibility and the success of the Department of Tourism is your success. It is our country’s success,” she said.

Of the DOT’s budget , P3.29 billion will be allocated to the Office of the Secretary, P63 million to the Intramuros Administration, P204.6 million to the National Parks Development Committee, and P9.5 million to the Philippine Commission on Sports Scuba Diving.

The agency has no capital outlay allotment.

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The Senate Committee on Finance Subcommittee “J” on Thursday (Oct. 6) has submitted for plenary debate the proposed Php 3.573B budget of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and its attached agencies for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023.

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed her elation with the development and offered the DOT’s sincerest appreciation to Senator Nancy Binay, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Tourism and Senate Finance Subcommittee J, and to Senators Grace Poe, Joel Villanueva, JV Ejercito, Koko Pimentel, Loren Legarda, and Robinhood Padilla for their manifestation of support to the Department’s plans and programs that are enclosed in its seven-point agenda and three key strategies to revitalize the Philippine tourism industry in the coming years.

“I have high hopes that, with the support of the Senate, the Tourism Department will receive the budget that it needs to fulfill the vision of the President and the programs that we have prepared. The amount that you’ll be granting to us will redound to benefit millions of Filipinos in terms of new employment, new businesses, a recovery of lost livelihood and lost economic opportunities,” said the Tourism Secretary.

Higher tourism budget

Secretary Frasco noted the impact of the Senate Subcommittee’s favorable decision on the DOT’s budget for FY 2023, with even some Senators strongly advocating for an increased budget for the Department in the coming years.

“The tourism industry, supposedly, contributes about 2.48 billion pesos to our GDP. So, that is 12.8% of our total economy. That’s quite a substantial number, and yet the budget that you’re [asking] is quite minuscule. I think maybe not now but, moving forward, I think that you should get a bigger share of the budget,” remarked Senator Poe.

The Senator made a reference to Secretary Frasco’s presentation of the tourism budget appropriations in the ASEAN region, which showed that the Philippines, with a $49 million tourism budget, is faring quite behind its neighbors, including Indonesia, with a tourism budget as high as $358 million.

Senator Ejercito shared a similar sentiment with Senator Poe, saying “That probably explains the way they (ASEAN members) market their countries. It’s really advertising all over the world, ‘no. But given the meager budget that we have, we can still improve a lot.”

“We have to equip you to do what you have to do to promote the Philippines diyan sa plano po ninyo,” added Senator Pimentel, who committed to study and explore how the DOT can fully maximize fund sources such as the Special Account in the General Fund (SAGF) of Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), to support its plans and programs for the country’s tourism industry recovery.

“Fun” tourism slogan to evolve

Addressing some Senators’ queries on the DOT’s new direction in terms of tourism branding and promotions, Secretary Frasco clarified that the existing “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” will evolve while not changing the marketing of the country as far as being more fun but also incorporating a branding approach that highlights the best qualities of the country and the Filipino people.

The evolution of the country’s existing tourism slogan, Secretary Frasco noted, is based on the DOT’s consideration of studies and emerging travel trends.

“The trends of the world market as far as travelers are concerned, are that post-pandemic, they now wish for more immersive, substantial, and experiential tours and travel experiences. The highlighting of one’s strength of culture and identity as a nation has bode well for our neighbors as far as the ASEAN region is concerned. We fully intend that in this evolution, we will make sure that the Philippines will continue to be fun and at the same time also herald the best qualities of the Filipino brand,” noted Secretary Frasco.

Ongoing efforts and future plans

Among the DOT’s upcoming initiatives, Secretary Frasco announced, include the launching of a heritage, arts, and culture caravan this month, and the groundbreaking of a total of 10 Tourist Rest Areas across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The Department is breaking ground on the first batch of Tourist Rest Areas on October 7-8, in the following locations: Manolo Fortich in Bukidnon, Samal Island in Davao, Carmen and Medellin towns in Cebu.

Banking on the continued support of the Senate, Secretary Frasco is optimistic on the attainment of the DOT’s aspirations for the tourism industry.

“I know that we can, and we will rebuild a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable tourism industry. After all, tourism is our shared responsibility,” she enthused.

The Tourism Secretary likewise assured the Senators of the DOT’s appreciation and consideration of the valuable inputs that emanated from the meeting, which revolved around the lawmakers’ manifestations and suggestions on the further promotion of existing tourism products such as Film and Heritage and Culture, introduction of new tourism products, employment generation and upskilling of tourism workforce, improvement of tourism infrastructure, and ease of travel and requirements protocols, among others.

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LEGISLATORS preparing the 2023 budget said the Department of Tourism (DoT), which will receive 30% more funding under the spending plan proposed by the Executive branch, is still inadequately funded relative to the economic benefits generated by the industry it regulates.

“As revenue and job-generating department, adequate budgetary support must be accorded to the Department of Tourism so that the Philippines can compete for tourist arrivals with our ASEAN neighbors and create local livelihood opportunities,” Albay Rep. Edcel C. Lagman said at a hearing of the House Committee on Appropriations.

The 2023 DoT budget is P3.58 billion, up 30.3%, according to the spending plan sent by the government to Congress. The department had sought funding of P12.2 billion from the Department of Budget and Management.

Zamboanga Sibugay Rep. Wilter Y. Palma told the committee that he “fully endorse(s) the augmentation or the increase of the budget of the Department of Tourism” because its funding, as proposed, “is small compared to the income that is being derived from the tourism industry.”

Manila Rep. Edward Vera P. Maceda said that even with small budgets, the department must improve its fund utilization.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., in his First State of the Nation Address to lay out his legislative agenda, called tourism “an important economic development tool” that generates an “abundance of opportunities… in terms of regular employment and even job creation at the grassroots level.”

Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene D. Brosas said the DoT does not appear to have allocated funds for safety nets, wage subsidies, or cash assistance for tourism workers, who were among the most affected by the pandemic.

Tourism Secretary Ma. Esperanza Christina G. Frasco told the committee that the department “signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE)  with a view to bridging the gap between the shortage of workers in the accommodation sector, as well as the huge demand for tourism employment, especially for those who have been displaced by the pandemic and those who wish to pursue a career in tourism.”

She said the current tourism workforce is up 4.6% from the 2021 work force of 4.7 million.

Ms. Frasco added that the DoT is organizing its efforts around attracting long-stay, repeat visitors.

John Paolo R. Rivera, associate director of the Asian Institute of Management Dr. Andrew L. Tan Center for Tourism, said tourism’s employment potential rests on the increasing confidence of travelers as borders and economies reopen.

“As we transition to post-pandemic (conditions), the demand for tourism products and services will increase, (generating) a need for the workforce to service rising demand,” Mr. Rivera said in an e-mail.

In other committee work at the House, the Committee on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development, said its agenda is headlined by the proposed Magna Carta for Micro-, Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs), the proposed Pondo sa Pagbabago At Pag-asenso (P3) act, the proposed Barangay Microfinance System act, the proposed Strengthening the Protection & Welfare of Self-Employed Workers act, the proposed Establishment of Support Services for Small Entrepreneurs in Online Spaces act, the proposed Declaration of National Entrepreneurship Week act, the proposed MSME Stimulus Act, the proposed Pangkabuhayan Act of 2022, a measure setting up a Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises stock exchange, and amendments to the Go Negosyo Act.

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SECRETARY. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco speaks with various stakeholders and tourism regional directors during the 2022 Philippine Tourism Satellite Accounts and Tourism Statistics Dissemination forum at the Philippine International Convention Center on July 5, 2023.

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Tourism (DOT) is requesting for more money after its proposed budget for 2024 was reduced by 80%, down to just P2.99 billion. 

In a House budget briefing , Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said that her department initially requested for a budget of P15.3 billion, which includes P8 billion as part of the Tourism Road Infrastructure Program (TRIP). 

“For the record, Mr. Chair, originally, the Department of Tourism had proposed a budget of P15.3 billion to the Department of Budget and Management to include the TRIP’s proposal,” Garcia said on Tuesday, August 15.

Even without the allocation for TRIP, the proposed amount remained over P7.3 billion – which meant it was still a more than 50% drop. The 2024 budget is also about 20% lower than the previous year’s budget of P3.7 billion. 

Here’s the current breakdown:

  • DOT Office of the Secretary – P2.6 billion
  • National Parks Development Committee – P252.8 million
  • Intramuros Administration – P76.0 million
  • Philippine Commission on Sports Scuba Diving – P14.6 million

Congress isn’t too keen about the cut either. Several lawmakers – including Albay 1st District Representative Edcel Lagman, Cagayan de Oro City 2nd District Representative Rufus Rodriguez, and Manila 6th District Representative Bienvenido Abante – all opposed the budget reduction and said that they would request for an increase at “the appropriate time.”

“We have a total receipt of P1.87 trillion coming from the tourism industry. [The] tourism industry [employed] about 5.35 million people, and it contributes about 6.2% to our gross domestic product. And it’s really frustrating – not only frustrating, but really, I think, unacceptable – that the budget is even reduced from its 2023 budget,” said Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Faustino Dy.

Deputy Minority Leader Bernadette Herrera also said that the decrease was “really unwarranted” since tourism hasn’t even returned to pre-pandemic levels. To support this, she cited the number of international visitors in 2023, which stood at just 3.4 million – still far away from the 8.6 million tourists in 2019.

What about TRIP?

TRIP, which was started in 2015, is a joint program between the DOT and Department of Works and Highways (DPWH). The purpose is to build, improve, and maintain access roads leading to declared tourism destinations.

Aside from raising the budget of the DOT to the previous year’s level, Romblon District Representative Eleandro Madrona also wants Congress to “seriously consider adding or restoring the requested P8 billion for the TRIP,” which he and other lawmakers have said were crucial in drawing tourism in their regions.

However, note that the funds for TRIP hasn’t been cut from the national budget entirely. For 2024, the DPWH has P13.97 billion allotted for the program. This is significantly less than the P17.7 billion allocated for TRIP in 2023.

From 2016 to 2022, the DPWH has constructed more than 3,800 kilometers of roads to tourist attractions, according to a report by BusinessMirror. – Rappler.com

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Fact sheet: 2022 national travel and tourism strategy, office of public affairs.

The 2022 National Travel and Tourism Strategy was released on June 6, 2022, by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo on behalf of the Tourism Policy Council (TPC). The new strategy focuses the full efforts of the federal government to promote the United States as a premier destination grounded in the breadth and diversity of our communities, and to foster a sector that drives economic growth, creates good jobs, and bolsters conservation and sustainability. Drawing on engagement and capabilities from across the federal government, the strategy aims to support broad-based economic growth in travel and tourism across the United States, its territories, and the District of Columbia.

Key points of the 2022 National Travel and Tourism Strategy

The federal government will work to implement the strategy under the leadership of the TPC and in partnership with the private sector, aiming toward an ambitious five-year goal of increasing American jobs by attracting and welcoming 90 million international visitors, who we estimate will spend $279 billion, annually by 2027.

The new National Travel and Tourism Strategy supports growth and competitiveness for an industry that, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, generated $1.9 trillion in economic output and supported 9.5 million American jobs. Also, in 2019, nearly 80 million international travelers visited the United States and contributed nearly $240 billion to the U.S. economy, making the United States the global leader in revenue from international travel and tourism. As the top services export for the United States that year, travel and tourism generated a $53.4 billion trade surplus and supported 1 million jobs in the United States.

The strategy follows a four-point approach:

  • Promoting the United States as a Travel Destination Goal : Leverage existing programs and assets to promote the United States to international visitors and broaden marketing efforts to encourage visitation to underserved communities.
  • Facilitating Travel to and Within the United States Goal : Reduce barriers to trade in travel services and make it safer and more efficient for visitors to enter and travel within the United States.
  • Ensuring Diverse, Inclusive, and Accessible Tourism Experiences Goal : Extend the benefits of travel and tourism by supporting the development of diverse tourism products, focusing on under-served communities and populations. Address the financial and workplace needs of travel and tourism businesses, supporting destination communities as they grow their tourism economies. Deliver world-class experiences and customer service at federal lands and waters that showcase the nation’s assets while protecting them for future generations.
  • Fostering Resilient and Sustainable Travel and Tourism Goal : Reduce travel and tourism’s contributions to climate change and build a travel and tourism sector that is resilient to natural disasters, public health threats, and the impacts of climate change. Build a sustainable sector that integrates protecting natural resources, supporting the tourism economy, and ensuring equitable development.

Travel and Tourism Fast Facts

  • The travel and tourism industry supported 9.5 million American jobs through $1.9 trillion of economic activity in 2019. In fact, 1 in every 20 jobs in the United States was either directly or indirectly supported by travel and tourism. These jobs can be found in industries like lodging, food services, arts, entertainment, recreation, transportation, and education.
  • Travel and tourism was the top services export for the United States in 2019, generating a $53.4 billion trade surplus.
  • The travel and tourism industry was one of the U.S. business sectors hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent health and travel restrictions, with travel exports decreasing nearly 65% from 2019 to 2020. 
  • The decline in travel and tourism contributed heavily to unemployment; leisure and hospitality lost 8.2 million jobs between February and April 2020 alone, accounting for 37% of the decline in overall nonfarm employment during that time. 
  • By 2021, the rollout of vaccines and lifting of international and domestic restrictions allowed travel and tourism to begin its recovery. International arrivals to the United States grew to 22.1 million in 2021, up from 19.2 million in 2020. Spending by international visitors also grew, reaching $81.0 billion, or 34 percent of 2019’s total.

More about the Tourism Policy Council and the 2022 National Travel and Tourism Strategy

Created by Congress and chaired by Secretary Raimondo, the Tourism Policy Council (TPC) is the interagency council charged with coordinating national policies and programs relating to travel and tourism. At the direction of Secretary Raimondo, the TPC created a new five-year strategy to focus U.S. government efforts in support of the travel and tourism sector which has been deeply and disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ministers Announce Details Of Budget 2023 For Tourism And Transport

Minister Catherine Martin TD and Minister of State Jack Chambers TD have announced details of €1,142 million in gross funding allocated to the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media in Budget 2023.

These new funding streams and measures run in parallel and addition to the wider, all-of-society cost-of-living support measures announced by the government in Budget 2023. Separately, the government has announced a package of horizontal supports, helping citizens, practitioners, organisations and groups manage the current cost-of-living increases.

The department’s tourism services programme aims to support the industry to recover and grow in a sustainable way.

  • Budget 2023 has secured continued additional funding of €15 million for overseas marketing of Ireland as a leading holiday destination and the development of the Invitation project.
  • Domestically, continued additional funding of €15 million will deliver a range of measures to support the sector, including domestic marketing, transforming the digital capabilities of tourism businesses, boosting the industry’s recruitment and retention efforts, sustainable tourism initiatives, long-term investment in the US College Football Classic series, and the establishment of a register of short-term letting properties as part of the government’s Housing for All reforms.

Arts And Culture

The department’s arts and culture programme aims to promote and develop Ireland’s artistic and creative strengths at home and abroad, maximising their societal and economic value for the country, and supporting the arts, culture and creative sectors to continue to develop and expand. ADVERTISEMENT

  • The retention of a record €130 million in funding for the Arts Council in 2023, in recognition of the transformational impact of this funding, and to support artists and arts organisations as the department looks to further develop the sector.
  • An additional €10 million in 2023 to fund the Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme, a three-year, €105 million initiative involving 2,000 artists and creative arts workers, which will support each beneficiary in developing and sustaining a professional arts practice.
  • A €2 million increase in funding for Culture Ireland, for the promotion of Irish arts worldwide.
  • Some €7 million in additional capital funding for artists’ spaces and climate adaptation, including a new scheme (details of which will be announced shortly).
  • An additional €2.5 million will help ensure that the National Cultural Institutions continue to provide high-quality programming, to promote learning and engagement opportunities, and to safeguard the National Collections.
  • Up to €500,000 for supports for artists and arts workers put in place by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media in partnership with the Irish Theatre Institute (ITI) and others, as part of the ‘Safe to Create’ programme, coordinated by the ITI. This responds to concerns about harassment and inequality in the sector, as found in the Speak Up  report.
  • The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media will also explore options for up to €2 million in capital supports for stakeholders in the night-time economy, in the context of the implementation of the Report of the Night-Time Economy Taskforce . This is in addition to €4 million in current spending for a range of initiatives and pilot projects to support a more vibrant and diverse night-time economy.
  • Some €1 million extra for Screen Ireland, for the continued implementation of the government’s ten-year Audiovisual Action Plan. This is in addition to a decision by the government to extend a key tax incentive for the film industry, Section 481, to 2028.
  • An allocation of €3 million to develop, oversee and manage a new archive and exhibition space as part of the overall National Centre for Research and Remembrance. This is a significant and unprecedented project of national and international importance, which is being developed in partnership with a number of agencies over the coming years, including the National Archives and the National Museum of Ireland.

Additionally, in a statement published on Gov.ie, Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan TD and Minister of State Hildegarde Naughton TD welcomed the overall allocation of €3.51 billion next year for the Department of Transport.

According to the statement published on Gov.ie, Budget 2023 will make the following possible:

Cheaper Fares

  • Retention of the 20% average fare discount on public transport fares throughout 2023.
  • Continuation of the Young Adult Card, including the expansion to 16-, 17- and 18-year-olds in third-level education, so that they can also avail of half-price public transport fares.

New Public Transport Fleet

  • Some 41 new intercity railcars, boosting peak capacity across intercity services nationally by 34%.
  • Some 91 new double-deck and 30 single-deck electric vehicles for PSO fleets across the country.

Rail Enhancement

  • Construction to start on the new DART station at Woodbrook, on the south-eastern line.
  • Continue to protect and renew the heavy-rail network in a ‘steady state’ condition and enhance journey safety, comfort and reliability for passengers.
  • Continued fit-out of the National Train Control Centre and recommissioning works at Kishoge station.
  • MetroLink will progress to the phase-four statutory process with client partner.
  • Expanded and enhanced bus services through BusConnects, including the roll-out of the BusConnects network redesign in Dublin.
  • Next-generation ticketing under the BusConnects programme will progress to the contract award stage.
  • Final planning applications to go An Bord Pleanála for the Dublin BusConnects core bus corridors, and construction procurement for four corridors will get under way.
  • Construction work on the Clongriffin corridor will start by late 2023.

Regional Development

  • Continued roll-out of new and enhanced bus routes through BusConnects and Connecting Ireland.
  • Construction of phase one of the Cork Area Commuter Rail programme – a railway order will be sought for double tracking of the line between Midleton and Glounthaune.
  • Finalise the emerging preferred route for the Cork light rail transit and carry out a first round of public consultation on the proposals.
  • Planning and design will progress on the preferred routes for the sustainable transport corridors for BusConnects Cork, with a second round of public consultation.
  • The redevelopment of the Ceannt and Oranmore stations in Galway will continue.
  • The North Quays redevelopment project in Waterford will start construction in 2023, with the Department of Transport supporting the construction of a new pedestrian bridge across the River Suir.

Walking And Cycling

  • Nearly €1 million per day will be invested in walking and cycling projects, with a government commitment of €360 million per year in active travel nationwide, including €60 million for greenways.

Electric Vehicle-Charging Roll-Out

  • Continued funding to support the transition to electric vehicles (EV), including €110 million for EV grants and charging infrastructure, which includes €8 million in Shared Island funding.
  • In recognition of the importance of regional airports to supporting connectivity to the regions and enhancing balanced regional development, the government has sustained the high level supports to regional airports since the onset of Covid-19 and throughout the recovery that the aviation sector experienced this year, with a total package of almost €36 million announced in Budget 2023.
  • Funding of €30 million will be provided in 2023 to support regional airports through the Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2021-2025. This programme will deliver €16 million in current funding and €14 million in capital funding, which will support the regional airports of Shannon, Ireland West, Donegal and Kerry.
  • The RAP provides targeted funding through a number of capital and operational grant schemes for safety- and security-related projects and activities. This investment in regional airports will ensure airport compliance with EU safety- and security-related obligations.
  • In addition – as was the case in the previous two years – funding will also support projects that have a sustainability focus, facilitating the sustainable growth of the sector.
  • This programme also funds Exchequer-funded public service obligation air services between Donegal and Dublin.
  • In addition, and in recognition of the important role of Cork Airport to the economy of the south region and nationally, capital funding of €6 million will be provided to Cork Airport in 2023. This funding will support the commencement of a significant security screening project at Cork Airport next year. This funding is consistent with the Programme for Government action to deliver capital programmes required to support services and ensure safety at our state and regional airports.

Maritime Transport And Safety

  • Some €109 million will be allocated in 2023 to maritime transport and safety, as well as ongoing support to the Irish Coast Guard. In respect of the latter, funding will provide enhanced building and IT programmes, as well as investment in the SAR service, including training and equipment. In terms of maritime safety, it will provide support for the Commissioners of Irish Lights, navigation aids and safety equipment, as well as the commencement of a Marine Accident Investigation Unit.

Minister Martin said, “Cost-of-living increases are putting additional pressures on the sectors overseen by my department, in common with wider society. These sectors are emerging from the extraordinarily challenging Covid-19 crisis in a relatively stable condition, given the extent of Covid-specific government supports throughout. The government has now responded strongly to the fresh pressures brought by increasing energy costs and inflation.

“In that context, Budget 2023 brings a wide range of exciting and important new initiatives, supporting further growth and development with the important sectors of tourism, arts and culture, Gaeltacht, sport and media. Government is committed to strengthening the media sector, which plays such a vital role in our democracy and wider society. This budget marks a significant step in government’s commitment to the sector, following the publication of the Future of Media Commission report in July. The allocations being announced today lay the foundation for an expanded regulatory and support framework for a sector which has undergone profound change in recent years. To complement the changes in the VAT rates applied to newspapers and news periodicals in printed and digital formats announced by Minister Donohoe, the new Media Fund will enable direct support to the sector, regardless of the platform, to enable the continued provision to the Irish people of high-quality, trusted public service media content. The largest-ever increase in funding to TG4 not only underpins government’s commitment to delivering on the 20-Year Strategy for the Irish Language 2010-2030 , but is a further boost to the Irish-language creative sector. This increase will also enable TG4 to launch a new dedicated children’s channel, Cúla4, which builds on the success of existing Cúla4 programming, BLOC and Molscéal. This new channel will include a children’s news service, entertainment and education content, drama, [and] Irish animation, and will reflect the diverse backgrounds of children living in all parts of Ireland, but particularly in Gaeltacht and Irish-speaking communities. ADVERTISEMENT

“We continue to invest in the development of the arts and artists, with the record €130 million annual funding for the Arts Council now in place for the third year running and new funding streams to support artists’ studios and spaces among a wide range of measures [...] and our important tourism industry will see €15 million continued additional funding for Fáilte Ireland initiatives, including support for domestic festivals and marketing, digital transformation, US college football [...] and sustainable tourism actions, with a further €15 million allocated to marketing Ireland overseas as a destination, and the development of the Invitation project.

“In relation to the current cost-of-living challenges, the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme announced yesterday will support those businesses in my sectors – mainly in the tourism sector – dealing with the impact of increased natural-gas and electricity costs.

“I will also work with my government colleagues and sectors in relation to the €60 million support provided in 2022 for the impact of increased energy bills on the not-for-profit and voluntary organisations in a number of sectors, including the sectors under my aegis.”

Minister Chambers said, “Budget 2023 brings a number of important new initiatives and programmes, which will help grow participation in sport and physical activity, as well as building further on the engagement people enjoy when they partake in, or watch, the sports they love. We are allocating funds to Sport Ireland, to continue the support for elite athletes as they prepare for the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris in 2024, on the back of phenomenal recent success at the highest level across a range of sports. We are establishing a dedicated coaching fund for national governing bodies of sport, to support coaches and to ensure our best and brightest talents have the expertise they need to achieve their full potential. The funding increase will also deliver on the other key actions set out in the Sports Action Plan 2021-2023 , including the further roll-out of ‘Sport for All’ initiatives, so there are increased opportunities to play and participate for all people, regardless of age, ability or background. In addition, €35 million is being allocated to sports clubs and organisations to help them meet energy costs this winter. This special fund will help clubs with the cost of floodlights, [and] heating gyms and sports halls, as well as other energy costs, which I know will be of enormous benefit to the entire sporting system.

“There is also additional funding of €8.5 million for Irish-language and Gaeltacht programmes in the year ahead, as well as a new digital plan for the Irish language and a strategy for the language-based arts. Language-related social-inclusion measures will be expanded, with additional funding of €2.5 million for Gaeltacht support schemes, which will be used primarily to support the Irish summer colleges sector and expand social-inclusion measures, allowing students from DEIS schools to visit the Gaeltacht. In addition, increased funding is being made available for TG4, which will help consolidate the use of Irish as a community language in Gaeltacht areas, and indeed its use across Ireland as a whole. Seen alongside the government’s historic cost-of-living supports package announced yesterday, which will also support the Gaeltacht regions, Budget 2023 represents a measured and targeted approach to supporting our important sectors over the coming year.” ADVERTISEMENT

The aforementioned statement published on Gov.ie, about the overall allocation of €3.51 billion next year for the Department of Transport, quoted Minister Ryan as saying, “Retaining the 20% discount on public transport fares was a key priority for me because it provides immediate and everyday savings to hard-pressed commuters and citizens. The expansion of the Youth Leap Card also means that public transport will now be cheaper for more young people.

“We made big strides in 2022, with BusConnects, DART+ and MetroLink all entering the planning system, and I am confident that these projects will continue to progress at pace through next year. I am particularly pleased that procurement is expected to commence for four key BusConnects Dublin core bus corridors, with the first corridor – Clongriffin to Fairview – earmarked to enter construction before the end of 2023. I am also pleased to see progress on the Cork Area Commuter Rail programme, BusConnects Cork, and redevelopment works at [the] Ceannt and Oranmore stations in Galway.

“Throughout 2023, I will be working hard to ensure that we expand the coverage and frequency of our public transport network, during the day and also at night, with a particular focus on greatly improving our rural transport connectivity. I have already been in touch with all local authorities across the country to ask them to identify their Pathfinder projects in public transport and active travel. The budget allocated for 2023 means that these programmes can be delivered at speed.

“Transport is key to Ireland’s future development and sustainability – both to ensure that we can get around easily, cost-effectively, and safely, but also to ensure that we meet our emissions targets by 2030 and beyond. Overall, I am delighted that Budget ’23 maintains the Programme for Government commitment to deliver a 2:1 ratio of expenditure between new public transport infrastructure and new roads.”

The aforementioned statement published on Gov.ie, about the overall allocation of €3.51 billion next year for the Department of Transport, also quoted Minister Naughton as saying, “The regional airports funding of almost €36 million demonstrates our ongoing commitment to supporting connectivity to the regions and enhancing balanced regional development as we continue to adapt to the world after the Covid-19 pandemic. The Regional Airports Programme will support Shannon, Ireland West, Donegal and Kerry Airports, and the PSO service between Donegal and Dublin. Included, and in recognition of the important role of Cork Airport to the economy of the south region and nationally, capital funding of €6 million will be provided to Cork Airport in 2023.

“We will earmark almost €1 billion in protection and renewal of the road network, and an additional €400 million in the construction of national and regional and local roads.

“Investing in and protecting our children’s daily journeys and encouraging the take-up of walking, cycling and scooting to school is a project I am committed to delivering. I am delighted to confirm that the Safe Routes to School programme will continue to be funded into 2023. This forms part of this government’s commitment to active travel, and in 2023 we will continue to invest almost €1 million per day in walking and cycling projects across the country.

“I am particularly pleased to have secured funding for research into how to encourage more women – particularly girls and adolescents – to choose cycling as a mode of regular transport, so that we can instil long-term habits that will benefit not just our environment, but also the health and well-being of the women of tomorrow.

“The haulage and logistics sector is one which has ensured that our supermarket shelves remained stocked, and our pharmacies were equipped with medicines and other key products continued to be available for families, communities and businesses across the country. They did so flawlessly, as Ireland navigated the turbulent waters of Brexit and Covid-19. Earlier this year, government put in place a significant support package for the haulage sector, to help meet the increased costs of doing business, and I hope to be in a position to announce further supports for our hauliers in the coming weeks.”

IHF Reaction

Additionally, the Irish Hotels Federation ( IHF ) noted that hotels and guesthouses across the country have broadly welcomed the energy supports for businesses announced in Budget 2023, but the organisation is seeking an amendment to criteria to ensure that significant tourism employers can receive appropriate supports in the face of skyrocketing business costs and a deteriorating economic environment.

The IHF added that it will continue to advocate for the retention of the 9% VAT rate beyond February 2023, as it is a critical measure to ensure the long-term sustainable growth of Ireland’s largest indigenous export industry. IHF president Denyse Campbell said that while elements of the Budget will help hoteliers, the sector feels that the government has missed an opportunity to continue support for employment recovery and growth in tourism.

Campbell stated, “The Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme – TBESS – is broadly welcome for hoteliers that have been hit by shocking energy price increases of over 400% in electricity and 300% in gas prices since 2019, in addition to a severe rise in day-to-day operational costs, such as linen – 29% – food – 22% – and beverages – 12% – in the last 12 months. However, we are seeking an amendment to criteria for significant employers, so that they can receive appropriate supports.”

Campbell said that the tourism sector will be disappointed with the government’s decision to increase the 9% tourism VAT rate by 50% from 1 March next year, and that the government has not fully recognised the importance of the tourism industry to every town and every county in Ireland.

Campbell concluded, “This increase will make Ireland’s tourism VAT rate the second highest in the European Union, and far above other European countries where tourism is a significant part of their economies, such as Portugal (6% tourism VAT), Türkiye (8%) and Malta (7%).

“Hoteliers and the tourism industry believe that 9% is the right VAT rate for long-term sustainable growth. Our industry has made great progress on restoring over 230,000 tourism jobs since the depths of the pandemic. We will continue to advocate for the retention of the 9% VAT rate beyond March 2023 and make the case for a labour-intensive industry that employs people in all parts of Ireland, including 70% outside Dublin.”

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Has Budget 2023 Focused on the Tourism Industry?

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India is rich in cultural heritage and attracts multiple tourists every year. In the 2023 Union Budget, Finance Minister N Sitharaman has announced ample measures to develop the Indian tourism industry. 

For the past 3 years, because of Covid 19 pandemic, the Indian tourism sector wasn’t able to contribute much to the country’s GDP. In 2021, the tourism sector contributed only 5.8% to the country’s GDP. The Union Budget for 2023-2024 has allotted a massive ₹2,400 crore for the tourism sector, which is 18.24% from the previous year’s budget. According to experts, this has the potential of contributing 9.9% to the country’s GDP by the end of 2030.

The major areas of focus will be:

  • ₹1,939 crore for infrastructure development
  • ₹421.50 crore for promotion and publicity
  • ₹75 crore for promotion and publicity of domestic travel destinations

Additionally, ₹250 crore has been allocated to the PRASAD scheme that will focus on pilgrimage sites across India. The Prashad scheme represents ‘Pilgrimage Rejuvenation And Spiritual Augmentation Drive’ that aims to provide a complete religious tourism experience.

Key Announcements for the Tourism Sector in Union Budget 2023-24

Let’s look into the highlights of all initiatives the Union Government will be launching this year for the development of the Indian tourism sector: 

  • Developing 50 New Travel Destinations

In her budget speech, Nirmala Sitharaman mentioned that 50 new tourist destinations will be developed this year under the initiative named ‘Swadesh Darshan’. These destinations will be selected after assessing some factors, which are if the place has easy connectivity, security of the tourists, and scenic beauty of the place. The development of these destinations will be done keeping both domestic and foreign travellers in mind. 

  • Starting Unity Mall

Thanks to India’s size and geographical diversity, the country is rich in tradition and culture. Each of the 28 states and 8 UTs of Indiahas one or more unique products like coir in Kerala, brass sculptures in Jharkhand, Goa’s Coconut shell artefacts, Taant Sarees from Bengal, and many more. 

It has been announced that each state will be encouraged to establish a “Unity Mall” in their prominent tourism centres or their capitals. These malls will entirely focus on the sales and promotions of the state’s own products or ODOPs (one district, one product), their own GI products, and handicraft products and for providing space for such products of all other States. Presently, this ‘Unity Mall’ or ‘Ekta Mall’ is operational in Gujarat near the Statue of Unity.

  • Encouraging Domestic Tourism

As per Union Budget 2023-2024, schemes like ‘Swadesh Darshan’, Dekho Apna Desh’, and ‘Vibrant Village Programme’ will be launched to promote domestic tourism. ‘Dekho Apna Desh’ is for Indians to encourage them to travel to various places of India rather than international travel destinations. 

“Integrated development of theme-based tourist circuits” will be promoted through ‘Swadesh Darshan’. ‘Vibrant Village Programme’ will help develop tourism in Border villages.

  • Transformation of Border Villages

The Finance Minister announced that the bordering villages of North India will come under ‘Vibrant Village Program’. In this program, the most important activities will be improving the village’s infrastructure, housing, and connectivity to the rest of the country. 

Some other important factors like providing direct access to most television channels, including Doordarshan and other educational channels, will be incorporated. Also, the scheme will support the livelihood of villagers, and provide the villages with decentralised energy sources. Some additional funding will also be provided to maintain this scheme. 

The government will monitor the progress constantly. This program will improve the condition of the villages in China bordering states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Arunachal Pradesh.

  • Promoting Eco-Tourism Opportunity

The Union Budget 2023-2024 has focused on the preservation and conservation of sustainable energy and the environment. The Indian government has initiated an ‘Amrit Dharohar’ Scheme. This scheme will support the optimal usage of Indian wetlands, encourage eco-tourism opportunities and enhance the biodiversity in specific tourist spots. At present, India has 276 RAMSAR sites, and special monitoring will be done to improve tourism in these sites as well.

  • Improving Airports and Railways

The Union Budget 2023 has also talked about the improvement of airports and railways. According to N Sitharaman, 50 additional airports, heliports, water aerodromes, etc., will be developed in years to come. 

Central government has announced a fund of ₹2.4 lakh crore to the Indian Railways. Within this, ₹75000 crore will be spent on new schemes. More than 1200 railway stations across the country will get a makeover under the ‘Amrit Bharat’ scheme. Vande Bharat Express train will run on three new routes including Patna-Howrah, Patna-Ranchi, and Varanasi-Howrah via Gaya.

  • Improving Employment in Tourism Sector

According to industry experts, focusing on the tourism sector will create more employment opportunities for the youth. Also, this will encourage youth entrepreneurship and inspire them to invest in sectors like hospitality, hotels, airlines, and food and beverages. 50 new travel destinations throughout India will flourish the infrastructure and tourism-related jobs.

  • International Tour Packages Might Get Costlier

With the new Union budget, international travel costs could get hiked. TCS (tax collected source) has increased from 5% to 20% in this year’s Union Budget. According to experts, this will hit the international tourist industry hard as it will increase the upfront cash flow for the customers. 

How the Allocations of Union Budget 23-24 Will Improve Tourism in India?

The Covid pandemic has wounded the tourism industry severely. Tourism and the ailing industries have faced immense losses during the lockdown phases. From 1.72 crore in 2019 to 32.13 lakh in 2020, tourist arrivals in most Indian travel destinations were reduced. It marginally improved to 56.37 lakh in 2021. Union budget 2023 – 2024 has come up with plenty of offerings that will genuinely help the travel and tourism sector in India. 

The formation of 50 new travel destinations, Unity ‘Ekta’ Malls, airports, railway tracks, ecotourism, and schemes like ‘Swadesh Darshan’, Dekho Apna Desh’ will definitely have a positive impact on the tourism industry.

Final Words

According to the Ministry of Finance, tourism is one of the leading sectors that can promote jobs as well as generate revenues. As per Union Budget 2023-24, promotion of travel and tourism will take place in ‘Mission Mode’. This needs active participation from the states, incorporating more government schemes and programs and many public and private partnerships. 

The Government of India is boosting this industry by making it more accessible to the people. This will improve the tourism industry and promote local artists and businesses. Also, the Budget’s focus on domestic tourist destinations, creation of Unity Malls, and forming new job opportunities will make India self-reliant and an attractive destination for all travellers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the allotted budget towards tourism this year?

Ans. The Ministry of Finance has allotted a budget of ₹2,400 crore towards tourism this year. In this, a bulk of ₹1,644 crore has been allotted for the infrastructural developments. 

Q2. What are the 7 key factors of the Union Budget 2023?

Ans. Finance Minister N Sitharaman has presented 7 priorities of Union Budget 2023 and named it ‘Saptarishi’. 

The key priorities are inclusive development: Sabka saath sabka vikash, reaching the last mile, unleashing the potential, infrastructure and investment, youth power, green growth and boosting the financial sector.

Q3. Which department got the most allocations in Union Budget 2023?

Ans. The Department of School Education and Literacy under Ministry of Education got the highest ever allotted budget this year with an amount of ₹68,804.85 crore. Also, the Higher Education Department got more than ₹44,000 crore. 

Q4. Which Government programs have been launched to promote tourism in India? Ans. The Government of India has introduced some major schemes and programs to promote tourism in India. Those are the Swadesh Darshan Scheme, Prashad Scheme, CBSP scheme and Other Schemes which includes Apni Dharohar and Apni Pehchaan.

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The Department of Tourism on 19 May presented the 2022/2023 Budget Vote in an address to the media.

During the address, the department said that its enterprise development programme is a key strategic intervention to provide developmental support to tourism enterprises and develop a pipeline of emerging operators in the sector.  A key component that will be rolled out in this financial year is the incubation programme.  The department will implement four incubators and make sure that there are tangible outcomes.

“We have thousands of SMMEs throughout our townships, rural areas and small dorpies offering authentic creative experiences throughout our tourism value chain. These SMMEs are crucial for our goal of inclusive sustainable tourism and help spread the benefits of tourism to communities outside the traditional tourism “hotspots”,” Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu said.

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“We will continue to work with interested parties to resolve this matter.  We have no doubt that the sector shares our eagerness to see this matter resolved considering the number of applications received after the fund was launched. A clear indicator that the facility has very high demand,” the minister said.

There must also be a strong and demonstrable focus on women and women-owned and operated enterprises. 

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department of tourism budget 2023

FY 2023 DOT budget submitted to plenary; Senators press for higher tourism budget

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The Senate Committee on Finance Subcommittee “J” on Thursday (Oct. 6) has submitted for plenary debate the proposed Php 3.573B budget of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and its attached agencies for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023.

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed her elation with the development and offered the DOT’s sincerest appreciation to Senator Nancy Binay, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Tourism and Senate Finance Subcommittee J, and to Senators Grace Poe, Joel Villanueva, JV Ejercito, Koko Pimentel, Loren Legarda, and Robinhood Padilla for their manifestation of support to the Department’s plans and programs that are enclosed in its seven-point agenda and three key strategies to revitalize the Philippine tourism industry in the coming years.

“I have high hopes that, with the support of the Senate, the Tourism Department will receive the budget that it needs to fulfill the vision of the President and the programs that we have prepared. The amount that you’ll be granting to us will redound to benefit millions of Filipinos in terms of new employment, new businesses, a recovery of lost livelihood and lost economic opportunities,” said the Tourism Secretary.

Higher tourism budget

Secretary Frasco noted the impact of the Senate Subcommittee’s favorable decision on the DOT’s budget for FY 2023, with even some Senators strongly advocating for an increased budget for the Department in the coming years.

“The tourism industry, supposedly, contributes about 2.48 billion pesos to our GDP. So, that is 12.8% of our total economy. That’s quite a substantial number, and yet the budget that you’re [asking] is quite minuscule. I think maybe not now but, moving forward, I think that you should get a bigger share of the budget,” remarked Senator Poe.

The Senator made a reference to Secretary Frasco’s presentation of the tourism budget appropriations in the ASEAN region, which showed that the Philippines, with a $49 million tourism budget, is faring quite behind its neighbors, including Indonesia, with a tourism budget as high as $358 million.

Senator Ejercito shared a similar sentiment with Senator Poe, saying “That probably explains the way they (ASEAN members) market their countries. It’s really advertising all over the world, ‘no. But given the meager budget that we have, we can still improve a lot.”

“We have to equip you to do what you have to do to promote the Philippines diyan sa plano po ninyo,” added Senator Pimentel, who committed to study and explore how the DOT can fully maximize fund sources such as the Special Account in the General Fund (SAGF) of Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), to support its plans and programs for the country’s tourism industry recovery.

“Fun” tourism slogan to evolve

Addressing some Senators’ queries on the DOT’s new direction in terms of tourism branding and promotions, Secretary Frasco clarified that the existing “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” will evolve while not changing the marketing of the country as far as being more fun but also incorporating a branding approach that highlights the best qualities of the country and the Filipino people.

The evolution of the country’s existing tourism slogan, Secretary Frasco noted, is based on the DOT’s consideration of studies and emerging travel trends.

“The trends of the world market as far as travelers are concerned, are that post-pandemic, they now wish for more immersive, substantial, and experiential tours and travel experiences. The highlighting of one’s strength of culture and identity as a nation has bode well for our neighbors as far as the ASEAN region is concerned. We fully intend that in this evolution, we will make sure that the Philippines will continue to be fun and at the same time also herald the best qualities of the Filipino brand,” noted Secretary Frasco.

Ongoing efforts and future plans

Among the DOT’s upcoming initiatives, Secretary Frasco announced, include the launching of a heritage, arts, and culture caravan this month, and the groundbreaking of a total of 10 Tourist Rest Areas across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The Department is breaking ground on the first batch of Tourist Rest Areas on October 7-8, in the following locations: Manolo Fortich in Bukidnon, Samal Island in Davao, Carmen and Medellin towns in Cebu.

Banking on the continued support of the Senate, Secretary Frasco is optimistic on the attainment of the DOT’s aspirations for the tourism industry.

“I know that we can, and we will rebuild a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable tourism industry. After all, tourism is our shared responsibility,” she enthused.

The Tourism Secretary likewise assured the Senators of the DOT’s appreciation and consideration of the valuable inputs that emanated from the meeting, which revolved around the lawmakers’ manifestations and suggestions on the further promotion of existing tourism products such as Film and Heritage and Culture, introduction of new tourism products, employment generation and upskilling of tourism workforce, improvement of tourism infrastructure, and ease of travel and requirements protocols, among others.

Published:October 7, 2022

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Hurricane Ian effect: Southwest Florida saw fewer visitors in 2023. What to know

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Southwest Florida saw fewer visitors in 2023.

Visitor numbers dropped noticeably over the year, in both Lee and Collier counties.

While the slowdown is blamed on myriad factors, Hurricane Ian is a major one, at least in Lee, as the county is still recovering from the storm's direct and devastating blow in September 2022.

“The decline in tourism metrics in Lee County is largely due to a significant loss of hotel rooms and vacation rentals in coastal areas," said Tamara Pigott, the county's tourism director, in a statement.

At last count, 3,431 of the county's nearly 14,500 hotel rooms remained offline. Based on that calculation about 76.5% of them are open (including new ones built since Ian).

There's a lot more to the tourism story than Ian, however.

Experts, including Pigott, point to a "normalization" in visitation seen across Florida, with Americans now traveling more like they did before COVID-19 hit – venturing farther from home by air and sea.

"In 2021 and 2022, many domestic travelers decided to travel within the country and did not take cruises resulting in record-breaking tourism metrics," Pigott said. "However, in 2023, many domestic travelers went abroad, and the number of cruise passengers reached pre-pandemic levels."

Joseph St. Germain, president of Downs & St. Germain, a tourism consultant for Lee and Collier, said those broader trends impacted tourism in both counties last year – in much the same way.

For the first time in a long time, the U.S. saw a "travel deficit" in 2023, he noted, with the number of Americans taking trips abroad exceeding the number of international visitors coming into the country. That phenomenon filtered down to Florida – and Southwest Florida.

"It was a major shift," St. Germain emphasized.

He shared that he never expected the cruise industry to make such a quick comeback in the aftermath of COVID.

Other factors impacting tourism in Southwest Florida may include "Florida fatigue," after so many people visited the state, or traveled within the state, after the spread of COVID globally.

"I've heard that anecdotally," St. Germain said of the tired of traveling here concept. "Yet, I have yet to see hard data supporting that."

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In 2020 and 2021, Southwest Florida saw more in-state visitors than usual, with many Florida residents choosing to travel closer to home and to less crowded, open spots, due to the pandemic. In those years, the region also saw more visitors driving here from nearby states, for the same reasons.

In 2021, Florida attracted nearly 118 million domestic visitors, setting a new record, in part due to COVID-related lockdowns and travel restrictions in other states. Gov. Ron DeSantis moved quickly to reopen Florida after a brief shut down.

Last year, Florida had about 135 million tourists in total, according to Visit Florida, the state's tourism marketing agency. That's down by 1.7%, from roughly 137.4 million in 2022, an all-time record high.

The state saw nearly 123 million U.S. tourists last year, a 3.8% drop from almost 127.8 million in 2022, with industry analysts citing more competition from other states and countries as a primary factor in the decline.

Here's a closer look at the visitor statistics for Southwest Florida last year, based on research by Downs & St. Germain:

Collier County: room nights, visitors numbers decline

Visitor numbers fell to 2.75 million, or by nearly 5% over the year.

The number of room nights booked declined by roughly the same percentage.

The occupancy rate dropped to 57.8%, compared to 60.9% in 2022.

Over the year, direct spending by tourists declined by 6.8% to $2.62 billion. Total economic impact was down by 12.6%, dipping to $3.67 billion.

The average daily room rate registered at $308.64, down from a high of $328.35 in 2022.

Lee County: visitor numbers, spending decrease

Visitor numbers declined to 2.97 million, down by more than 29% over the year.

The number of room nights booked also fell by more than 26%.

The occupancy rate rose slightly to 55.2%, in part reflecting a smaller inventory of rooms, due to damage from Ian.

Over the year, direct spending by tourists decreased by nearly 27% to $2.89 billion. Total economic impact declined by nearly the same percentage to $4.63 billion.

The average daily room rate also came in lower, as it did in Collier, reflecting weaker demand.

What's ahead?

Looking ahead, Pigott said: “For 2024, Lee County has a more positive outlook than 2023, but the area will continue to recover from the impact of Hurricane Ian.”

Collier's tourism industry bounced back more quickly from Ian, with much less damage to its hotels, resorts and attractions, but it's not without challenges, including steeper competition and continued economic uncertainty, which make it even more difficult to predict where visitor numbers might land in Southwest Florida this year.

"We're early in 2024, and it's an election year," St. Germain said. "There is a lot of things that can affect decision-making when it comes to travel. We'll see how it goes."

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Florida tourism sees mixed Results in 2023, international visitors surge despite a domestic dip

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Despite a post-pandemic resurgence in international travelers, domestic tourism waned toward the end of the year, resulting in an estimated 135.02 million tourists in 2023, down from 137.4 million the previous year.

Visit Florida President and CEO Dana Young acknowledged the challenges faced by the tourism sector, including rising travel costs and inflation, but emphasized the state’s resilience and growth throughout 2023.

“From record air travel numbers to the significant return of international visitors, Florida continues to shine,” Young stated in a prepared statement.

While international tourist numbers saw improvements, with a 15.9% increase in overseas visitors and a 22% increase in Canadian tourists during the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, overall fourth-quarter tourism numbers declined. U.S. travelers dropped by 12.1% during this period.

The competition from other states and countries that were closed longer during the pandemic posed a challenge for Florida’s tourism industry. Visit Florida focused on attracting international visitors, who typically stay longer and spend more money than domestic travelers.

The report highlighted a significant increase in people flying to the state, accounting for 37.3% of domestic visits, the largest share of air visitors since 2016.

As state lawmakers enter budget negotiations for the upcoming fiscal year, funding for Visit Florida is a point of contention.

The Senate proposed maintaining the current funding level at $80 million, while the House suggested $30 million. Governor Ron DeSantis recommended $105 million, indicating the importance of investing in tourism marketing to support the state’s economy.

Florida’s tourism industry faces challenges in the wake of the pandemic, but with strategic initiatives and adequate funding, the state aims to rebound and continue attracting visitors from around the globe.

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