Последици от ковид кризата върху туризма в България
Impact of the COVID-19 Crisis on Tourism in Bulgaria

Author(s): Stilyanya Zagorska
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management, Tourism
Published by: Университет за национално и световно стопанство (УНСС)
Keywords: tourism; COVID-19; economic crisis; consequences; recovery
Summary/Abstract: This report examines the consequences of the COVID-19 crisis on the tourism sector in Bulgaria through an analysis of the economic, social, and macroeconomic effects of the pandemic. It presents the significance of tourism for the national economy in the pre-pandemic period, as well as the structure and main forms of tourism activity in the country. As a result of the implemented restrictive measures and the sharp decline in international travel, a significant drop in tourist flows, severe financial losses, and negative impacts on employment in the sector were observed. The role of domestic tourism as a partially compensating factor is analyzed, along with the acceleration of adaptation and transformation processes related to digitalization and the implementation of sustainable tourism practices. The report also examines the impact of the crisis on the labor market, regional disparities, and public finances, as well as the role of national anti-crisis measures and European programs. In conclusion, the report emphasizes the need for a long-term strategic approach to the development of tourism in Bulgaria, aimed at enhancing the sector’s resilience, diversification, and competitiveness.

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