Economy builds on positive effects of Capital of Culture
The Capital of Culture year will be officially opened in Chemnitz on January 18. Around two million visitors are expected throughout the year. How will the regional economy benefit?
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The Capital of Culture year will be officially opened in Chemnitz on January 18. Around two million visitors are expected throughout the year. How will the regional economy benefit?
Saxony wants to score even higher as a vacation paradise in the future. However, the tourism industry also has problems to solve. One of them is the lack of staff.
The tourism industry reports rising numbers of guests and overnight stays for 2024. In June, the number of foreign guests in particular rose. The European Football Championship was a draw at the time. But not all regions are benefiting.
Saxony's vacation regions are expecting many vacationers in the coming weeks. Good booking situation before the summer vacations. City breaks on the rise.
The weather forecast for Easter in Saxony is promising with temperatures above 20 degrees. The catering industry is ready for the rush to the beer gardens, but there are also challenges in terms of qualified staff and the integration of foreigners.
A survey shows that the majority of people in Germany are eating out less often due to higher prices. The renewed increase in VAT in the hospitality industry could reinforce this trend.
Saxony's Tourism Minister Barbara Klepsch has criticized the planned expiry of the reduced VAT for meals in restaurants.
Saxony's Tourism Minister Barbara Klepsch has criticized the planned expiry of the reduced VAT for meals in restaurants.
The Saxony Hotel and Restaurant Association (Dehoga) is calling for a permanent reduction in sales tax for restaurants and catering service providers.