Poland's Ministry of Sport and Tourism reveals record results in the tourism sector and announces the establishment of a Tourism Observatory to enhance data collection and analysis.
The Polish Central Statistical Office (GUS) and the Ministry of Sport and Tourism announced on February 6 the impressive results of Poland's tourism sector for the previous year. This announcement coincided with the official inauguration of the Tourism Observatory that will operate under GUS's structure from this year. During a joint press conference, Deputy Minister of Sport and Tourism, Ireneusz Raś, and GUS President Marek Cierpiał-Wolan discussed their vision for this new entity aiming to provide professional insights into various aspects of the tourism economy.
Raś emphasized the long-standing demand from tourism entrepreneurs for professionally prepared data that provides clarity and understanding about the tourism economy. In response to this demand, GUS launched the Turystyka+ online platform last year, which aims to consolidate and present relevant statistical data. In December, during a conference featuring politicians and industry representatives, Raś and Cierpiał-Wolan formalized an agreement to establish the Tourism Observatory based on the framework of this platform, indicating a collaborative approach towards enhancing tourism-related research.
The creation of the Observatory is seen as a significant step towards utilizing GUS's authority to foster a better understanding of tourism trends and needs. By integrating various data sources and providing comprehensive analyses, the Observatory aims to support the tourism sector's growth and inform policymakers and industry stakeholders about emerging patterns and opportunities. This initiative aligns with Poland's strategic objectives to boost its tourism sector, especially following the disruptions caused by the pandemic, and to position the country as a competitive destination in the global tourism market.
