Tourism: the hotel union GHR Corsica is considering civil disobedience actions to defend its interests

IN BRIEF Hotel Union GHR Corsica summons its members for an assessment of tourism in Corsica. Alarming economic situation: family TPE and SME threatened by high airfare prices. Impact of Covid, inflation, and competition from paratourism on the sector. Request for the creation of a crisis cell and an emergency policy. Call for civil disobedience as a last resort to save the industry.

Facing the economic and social challenges threatening the tourism sector in Corsica, the hotel union GHR Corsica is mobilizing to defend its interests. In a context where family TPE and SME are suffering from unfair competition and an inadequate tax policy, the situation is precarious for many local businesses. In response, César Filippi, president of the union, announces the possibility of civil disobedience actions to support their claims and make the voice of sector professionals heard.

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Alarming state of tourism in Corsica #

During a recent meeting in Porto-Vecchio, the president of GHR Corsica delivered an unambiguous assessment of the tourism situation on the island. The meeting brought together actors in the sector, including many union leaders, to discuss the difficulties encountered. The exorbitant airfare prices limit access to the island, penalizing tourist attendance. Furthermore, the phenomenon of paratourism is developing, jeopardizing traditional tourism players who struggle to maintain their position against an unregulated and rapidly expanding accommodation offer.

Tourism actors in great difficulty #

GHR Corsica expresses its concern regarding the future of TPE and SME that make up the tourism landscape, many of which find themselves in a critical situation. The current context, marked by the repercussions of COVID-19, rampant inflation, and unpromising summer seasons, adds unprecedented pressure on these structures. The true actors in the sector feel the unfair competition generated by nearly 600,000 non-professional beds, which infiltrate the market without adhering to existing standards.

The necessity of political awareness #

During this meeting, several speakers emphasized the importance of a quick and coordinated response from political bodies in light of the challenges posed by the tourist economy. The access prices to the island, notably for the Figari airport, have become prohibitive with tickets reaching sometimes €1,000. The need to reclaim traditional tourism in the face of the new market operational modalities is more relevant than ever. For César Filippi, initiating concrete measures to safeguard this vital resource for the island is imperative.

Towards unprecedented mobilization #

GHR Corsica is considering going as far as civil disobedience to make its voice heard. By considering actions such as the declarative filing of K-Bis documents from companies, the union highlights a critical situation that it views as an economic emergency. The survival of the tourist industry and the prospects for future generations depend on it, hence the necessity for delicate support and strong commitment from various economic and political actors to face these difficulties.

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What solutions for the future of tourism in Corsica? #

As part of this mobilization, proposals have been made such as the creation of a dedicated crisis cell for the tourism sector, adapted fiscal measures, and the establishment of investment support. GHR Corsica hopes that an awareness of the gravity of the situation will lead to sustainable solutions to preserve the island’s tourism potential. Defending the rights of sector professionals is essential to safeguard not only the local economy but also the cultural identity of Corsica.