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The Future of Travel and Tourism in Belgium to 2016 - New Market Report Now Available

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Boston, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/06/2013 -- The total contribution of the Belgian travel and tourism sector to the nation's GDP measured 5% in 2011 according to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). In addition, the sector accounted for 236,000 jobs, representing 5.1% of the country's total employment in 2011. During the review period (2007-2011), the total number of trips undertaken by residents, both domestic and international, increased from 11.4 million in 2007 to 13.5 million in 2011, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.38% during the review period. While outbound trips increased at a review-period CAGR of 5.71%, inbound and domestic tourism registered respective CAGRs of 1.15% and 0.43% due to economic recession.

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- The Belgian travel and tourism sector increased at a decelerated pace during the review period, declining in 2009 due to recession. Outbound volumes continued to increase throughout the review period, albeit at a decelerated pace.
- A well-developed transport infrastructure is one of the most important contributors to the growth of domestic tourism in Belgium. Reduced travel time and low transportation costs play a key role in spurring growth in domestic tourism.
- Inbound tourism to Belgium increased at a CAGR of 1.15% during the review period in which 2009 registered a decline at a rate of 5% and 2010 registered the highest growth rate of 5.4%. Furthermore, 2011 recorded a decelerated growth rate of 2.6% as compared to 2010 due uncertain economic conditions.
- The majority of outbound trips were to countries such as France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy and Turkey. The US, UAE and Saudi Arabia were the other key outbound destinations for Belgians during the review period.
- Fuel costs constitute a key proportion of the total operating costs for airlines. Consequently, fluctuating and ever increasing fuel costs are a key concern for airline companies. In Belgium, fuel cost is dependent on the exchange rate, international market conditions and geopolitical situations.
- The Belgian hotel market was among the hardest hit by the debt crisis in the Eurozone. The subsequent recovery has led to an increase in domestic and inbound tourist volumes, which also increased the demand for hotels.
- The car rental market's performance declined in 2009 and 2010 due to the low growth of inbound tourist volumes. Inbound arrivals were impacted primarily because of the Eurozone debt crisis. The significant rise in oil prices also impacted revenues in 2011.
- The travel intermediaries industry in Belgium is expanding rapidly, due to the country's improving economy and rising tourism levels. The industry suffered due to a decrease in tourist volume in 2009 mainly because of the global economic crisis and Eurozone debt crisis. However, the industry recovered and registered renewed growth in 2010, following the country's rising tourist volume.

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Companies Mentioned in this Report: Brussels Airlines NV, Thomas Cook Airlines Belgium Nv, NV Jetair, Abelag Aviation, TNT Airways S.A., ASL Group, Accor Hotels Belgium NV, Intercontinental Hotel Group, NH Hotels Belgium, Thon Hotels, Europcar S.A., Nova Car Hire Belgium, Avis Belgium, Hertz Belgium N.V., Budget Rent a Car, Thomas Cook Belgium NV, Holidaypride SPRL, Brussels International Travel Services, Airstop Belgium, TCRB NV

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