Venezuela's hotel occupancy drops below 25%, tourism sector warns

Hotel occupancy in Venezuela's traditional tourist destinations has plummeted to less than 25%, according to the Venezuelan Superior Council of Tourism (Conseturismo).

The industry group reported critical occupancy levels in popular destinations like Nueva Esparta state and coastal areas of Falcón. Conseturismo attributes this "stagnation" in the tourism sector to a combination of factors, primarily the Venezuelan population's diminished purchasing power and a lack of adequate air and land transportation options.

This downturn in domestic tourism hinders job creation and economic development. Conseturismo emphasizes that a significant recovery for the sector hinges on "drastic measures." These include substantial improvements to basic infrastructure in key tourist areas and the implementation of mechanisms to ensure a stable fuel supply across the country.

The organization believes that addressing these core issues is essential to revitalizing Venezuela's tourism industry and unlocking its potential for economic growth.