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Laura Alese - Federturismo Confindustria

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Globalblue: in crescita il tax free shopping

🏦 Starting February 1, 2024, Italy's tax-free shopping threshold was lowered from €154.95 to €70.01, resulting in a 43% increase in transactions, a 5% rise in spending, and over 300,000 new shoppers in the €70-€155 bracket. Secondary locations contributed 26% to tax-free shopping, with a notable 53% decrease from the four major cities (Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice). Cities like Catania (72%) and Como (67%) led in transaction growth. Retail and local crafts saw a 54% increase in transactions and a 12% rise in spending, with an average receipt of €111. Leather goods and bags surged by 57% in transactions and 18% in spending, footwear jumped by 79% and 26%, and perfumes and cosmetics by 141% and 4%, respectively.
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eDreamsODIGEO: il 92% degli italiani vuole viaggi su misura

🛫 A study by eDreams ODIGEO found that 92% of Italian users prioritize more travel options, an 82% decrease from the 17% in 2021 who did not consider multiple airlines and hotels before booking. There's a 105% increase in bookings combining flights from different airlines into one itinerary. Consumers now prefer flexibility, quality-price ratio, and personalization in their travel experience, indicating a strategic shift in decision-making. (For more information: https://www.edreamsodigeo.com/)
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Jfc: si viaggia sempre di più per provare i ristoranti Michelin

📈 Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy have grown from generating €280 million in 2016 to €438 million in 2023, attracting 2.4 million customers, 40.7% being international from 43 countries. Lombardy benefits the most, followed by Campania and Piedmont. Provincially, Naples leads, then Rome and Milan. A single 1-star Michelin restaurant generates about €805,000, a 2-star €2.4 million, and a 3-star exceeds €6.5 million per territory. The 2024 forecast estimates nearly €500 million (€498 million) in indirect revenue.
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Associazione Ospitalità Religiosa Italiana: in estate sono cresciute in media dell’ 11% le presenze nelle strutture ricettive religiose

📌 In Italy, religious and non-profit accommodations saw a +10% average increase in guests during summer compared to the same period in 2023, with a peak of +13% in coastal areas. Foreign visitors increased by +9% nationally, favoring nature-immersed retreats away from tourist crowds with a +14% rise. Despite a 3% average rate increase in art cities, seaside, and nature retreats, and 1.5% in mountain facilities, 92% of managers were satisfied, as the funds will support charitable and social missions of organizations with 200,000 beds across all Italian provinces.
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Sita/Passenger it insights: gli smartphone sempre più fedeli compagni di viaggio in aereo

🚀 By 2040, air passenger demand is expected to reach 8 billion according to IATA projections. Sita's Passenger Insights 2024 report shows airline users consider technology essential, adopting digital air travel via smartphones - the new "remote control of travel." 70% are comfortable having a Digital Travel Credential on their devices, while 64% desire shorter airport queues through biometrics, despite half expressing data privacy concerns. Travelers have an average comfort level of 6.7/10 with biometrics. Sustainability is also a priority, with passengers willing to pay 11% more on ticket costs to offset carbon emissions, take slower or lighter flights to reduce environmental impact.
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Demoskopika: ad agosto cresce il prezzo dei pacchetti vacanza

💸 In August, Demoskopika reported a monthly increase in tourism inflation of 1.0% and an annual increase of 4.6%, up from 4.1% the previous month. Vacation package prices rose from 19.5% to 23.2%, and hospitality and restaurant services saw a slight increase from 4.3% to 4.4%. Transportation services rebounded from a -2.2% decrease to a 0.4% increase, while recreational and cultural services remained stable at 3.8%. A significant monthly rise in transportation services hit 7.8%, with maritime transport surging 33.8% and passenger air travel 16.3%. The inflation differential between the general consumer price index (Nic) and the tourism index (Nict) grew to 3.5 percentage points, from 2.9 in July 2024. Tourism inflation for 2024 is projected at 4.9%. The highest regional tourism inflation rates were in Abruzzo and Liguria (both 6.5%), followed by Valle d'Aosta (5.8%), Puglia (5.6%), and Trentino Alto Adige (5.3%). Lower inflation rates were seen in Lazio (3.8%), Basilicata and Molise (both 3.6%), and Sicily (3.4%). Italy's harmonized tourism consumer price index (
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10° edizione della Conferenza Nazionale sul Turismo Costiero e Marittimo

🌊 The 64th Salone Nautico di Genova features Italy's nautical, industry, and coastal tourism. The 10th National Conference on Coastal and Maritime Tourism, organized by Federturismo Confindustria, Assomarinas, and Confindustria Nautica, is set for September 23 at 10:30 AM at Sala Forum. The conference titled "Blue Economy e Turismo: Nuove Frontiere per la Crescita Economica e Ambientale" will be concluded by Tourism Minister Sen. Daniela Garnero Santanchè, moderated by Roberto Neglia.
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TRENITALIA, AL VIA VALIDAZIONE AUTOMATICA DEL BIGLIETTO DIGITALE DEL REGIONALE

📍 Starting September 21, the regional digital ticket in Italy will validate automatically at the train's scheduled departure time, eliminating the need for a check-in. This change aims to enhance convenience for travelers and reduce the risk of forgetting to validate tickets. Flexibility remains unchanged, allowing passengers to make unlimited changes to the travel date and time until 23:59 the day before departure. On the travel day, departure times can still be changed any time before the scheduled train departure. This update also promotes a simpler and more sustainable travel experience. Travelers can still opt for traditional paper tickets. For more information, visit www.trenitalia.com.
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DESIGN INNOVATION AWARD: LA QUINTA EDIZIONE PREMIA L’ECCELLENZA E L’INNOVAZIONE ESPOSTA AL 64° SALONE NAUTICO INTERNAZIONALE DI GENOVA

🚢 The 64th International Boat Show of Genoa features the 5th edition of the Design Innovation Award, highlighting excellence and innovation in nautical design. Maria Porro, President of Salone del Mobile.Milano, chairs the independent jury for the second consecutive year. The event spans ten categories with three Special Awards for Innovation, Career, and Talent. The award ceremony takes place on September 20 at Genoa's Palazzo della Borsa. Marina Stella, General Manager of Confindustria Nautica, emphasizes the show's role as an international showcase and incubator for the sector's latest trends and innovations.
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Imposta di soggiorno: incontro ministro Santanchè, Viceministro Leo e le associazioni per eventuale revisione

🏖️ On September 11, an important meeting was held at the Ministry of Tourism in Italy to consider revising the tourist tax. Minister of Tourism Daniela Santanchè, Deputy Minister Maurizio Leo, and various industry associations discussed a per-person purposeful tax, ensuring collected funds benefit the tourism sector directly. Leo confirmed that hoteliers will not bear the tax burden, which will be paid by tourists. This initiative is not about increasing taxes but improving the quality of the tourism sector.
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