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SIC Notícias' Economy Express program, hosted by Ricardo Costa and Pedro Matos, delved into the current state of major Portuguese tourist destinations such as Lisbon and the Algarve. The segment provided insights into the challenges faced by the tourism industry due to the pandemic and the recovery plans proposed to attract tourists post-pandemic.
Data from the National Statistics Institute (INE) revealed a significant decline in tourist arrivals in Portugal as a result of the pandemic. The program highlighted the impact of the pandemic on the future of remote work and its effects on the tourism industry.
Interviews with industry experts, including the President of the Portuguese Tourism Association, were featured in the segment. The discussion focused on the potential effects of remote work on the tourism sector and the strategies being implemented to adapt to the new normal.
The segment also explored the role of technology in the recovery of the tourism sector. Contactless check-ins and online booking systems were among the technologies discussed as key tools in ensuring a safe and efficient tourist experience.
The program also analysed the government's support measures for the tourism sector during the pandemic. This included a look at financial aid packages and policies designed to help businesses in the sector survive and recover.
Looking ahead, the segment concluded with a look at upcoming events and festivals in Portugal aimed at attracting tourists. The program's segment on Wednesday, September 15th, 2021, will focus on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Portuguese tourism sector.
Economy Express airs on weekdays at 8:30 PM on SIC Notícias, providing viewers with insights into economic developments and their impact on various sectors, including tourism. Whether you're interested in business, finance, or economic policy, Economy Express is a must-watch for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of Portugal's economy.
- The segment on SIC Notícias' Economy Express discussed the role of technology in the recovery of the tourism sector, highlighting contactless check-ins and online booking systems as key tools for a safe and efficient tourist experience.
- The program also delved into the government's support measures for the tourism sector during the pandemic, analyzing financial aid packages and policies designed to help businesses in the sector survive and recover.
- In the upcoming segment on Wednesday, September 15th, 2021, Economy Express will focus on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Portuguese tourism sector, exploring upcoming events and festivals aimed at attracting tourists.
