From France to Italy, what protests mean for Europe’s $187 bn winter tourism industry ahead of Christmas-New Year season
Protests erupted in France over the weekend, leading to clashes with police and the deployment of tear gas in cities like Paris and Lyon. The unrest has caused a 10% cancellation rate in hotel bookings and temporary closures of major attractions like the Louvre. As the winter tourism season approaches, ongoing protests could significantly impact Europe’s projected $187 billion tourism market.