11 Amendments of Inés AYALA SENDER related to 2014/2241(INI)
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Considers that within the framework of cooperation and good neighbourliness the European Union should develop cooperation actions for the development of tourism in third countries with a view to enabling a balanced development of their economies which will also contribute to easing tensions in the area of neighbourly relations and enhancing the attractiveness of the region and the flow of incoming tourism;
Amendment 111 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Considers that a strict visa policy is a barrier to incoming tourism from third countries. Welcomes the measures put forward by the European Commission in 2014 to issue new tourist visas and facilitate the movement of tourists through the Schengen Area. To this end, encourages the Council to reach a rapid agreement with the Parliament in order for the EU to be able to benefit from a greater influx of tourists from certain third countries with high potential interest in visiting us;
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 b (new)
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. Views it as essential that one of the key elements of the brand ‘Destination Europe’ is the security of the tourist. In this sense, calls on the authorities of States in close cooperation with the Commission to implement strategies (including tourist information campaigns) with the objective of tourists having the safest possible experience in European tourist destinations;
Amendment 114 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Welcomes the recent approval by the European Fund for Strategic Investment (in particular the contribution of the European Investment Fund which will provide funding for SMEs) which has included tourism in the areas eligible for this fund, in order to relaunch growth and employment in the European Union. Calls on the Commission, on Member States, regions and authorities responsible for tourism, as well as companies, in particular SMEs, to make the fullest possible use of this new funding too, particularly through national and regional investment banks in order to give a qualitative leap to the EU action in support of tourism;
Amendment 145 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Believes furthermore that targeted tourist products which offer a specific tourism experience are more promising in helping to overcome seasonality in Europe than tourism products targeting specific age groups (e.g. seniors and, young people, disabled people and other less-favoured social groups); calls on the Commission, therefore, to review the objectives for action under the COSME programme;
Amendment 153 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Considers that the EU should contribute to the development of a policy which allows tourism to be accessible to all social groups, particularly those with greater difficulties. In this connection, recalls the success of the Calypso social tourism initiative which enables certain social groups to go on holiday during the low season and discover a new tourism destination in the European Union. Considers that this programme also allows emerging tourist destinations or those less known by the public at large to become known and also encourages more stable employment, less linked to seasonality. Welcomes the new strategy of the Commission within the framework of the COSME programme and encourages the Commission throughout this multiannual programme to arrange new meetings and deepen this strategy, extending it to other social groups, in order that a greater number of EU citizens may also benefit from the tourist attractions of the EU and at the same time contribute to the economy of this sector;
Amendment 154 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 b (new)
Paragraph 10 b (new)
10b. Recognises the diversity of tourism offered by the European Union, ranging from well-established, popular destinations such as coastal tourism (sun and sea) and urban tourism to other less crowded or less well-known destinations such as rural tourism, food and wine tourism, tourism related to the organisation of sporting or cultural events, industrial tourism, theme trails, tourism related to history, legends, etc. which often bring added value to the territory and diversify its economies. In this sense, calls on the Commission and on the authorities of the Member States to take account of this new, less well-known kind of tourism when designing policies to support tourism;
Amendment 186 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
13a. Considers that in order to be able to offer quality tourist services it is essential to recognise and dignify the professionals working in the sector, and to professionalise both workers and management. Considers that in order to be able to offer quality services it is necessary to ensure an adequate level of training and qualification for professionals, as well as remuneration which attracts professionals into this sector. In this sense, urges the Commission to share a guide on best practice and on the supply of training opportunities in the EU which enables professionalisation and greater voluntary mobility among professionals in the EU;
Amendment 254 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Calls on the responsible authorities and operators to make a stronger effort to promote the European cycling networks, such as the Iron Curtain Trail, the Pilgrims’ Route or the new Eurovelo routes, in combination with all cross- border rail services, including high-speed and night trains;
Amendment 329 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Calls on the Commission to undertake a research study on the evolution of the digital travel marketplace with a view to identifying policies to avoid situations of abuse of position, ensure a level playing field for travel companies and protecting consumers by providing for transparency and neutrality when they search for, plan and book travel products and services;
Amendment 331 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 a (new)
Paragraph 30 a (new)
30a. Notes the increase in the online booking of tourist services directly by the user and the risks which this may carry for the consumer, who is often unaware of his rights and of the applicable legislation. Requests that the Commission pursue in detail any abuses which may arise in this area, in particular involving combined purchases from various service providers (flight ticket and car hire, for example) and to adapt and develop these new forms of booking services at the time of the next review of the package travel Directive;