Any doubts that may exist have been dispelled: climate change is a reality that already affects all areas of our society. Moreover, Spain, due to its

SURVIVAL AND ADAPTATION OF TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN THE FACE OF CLIMATE CHANGE

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2024-07-02 12:30:05

Any doubts that may exist have been dispelled: climate change is a reality that already affects all areas of our society. Moreover, Spain, due to its physical and socio-economic characteristics, is particularly vulnerable.

Consequences such as rising sea levels, increased average temperatures, and irregular precipitation patterns are already being felt. If actions are not taken to try to mitigate these issues, the future scenarios do not look promising.

Our territory is characterized, among other aspects, by the richness provided by the variety of natural resources, such as the almost 8,000 km of coastline or the different mountain ranges spread within its borders. This, combined with a favourable climate and a sociable and welcoming culture, makes us one of the top choices for tourists. Therefore, the tourism sector holds great importance in the overall economy of our country, playing a key role in contributing to the national GDP and balancing the external trade balance.

However, this natural wealth may undergo changes in the medium and long term that, if not managed with appropriate strategies, will result in negative impacts on a sector as crucial to the national economy as the tourism industry.