Security & Future
Vol. 2 (2018), Issue 3, pg(s) 111-115

The impact of the security situation on tourism in the countries of the former Yugoslavia

  • 1 Department of Tourism – University College of Business in Prague, the Czech Republic

Abstract

Safety and security are vital in providing quality in tourism. More than any other economic activity, the success or failure of a tourism destination depends on being able to provide a safe and secure environment for visitors. The presented paper examines the impact of the security situation on the tourism sector in selected countries of the former Yugoslavia. Methods which were used for completing the paper include the literature review, content analysis of documents published by UNWTO, UNDP, WEF and IEP. Case studies for selected countries of the former Yugoslavia are also presented.

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