1. European Commission: short term rental services Opening session and ½ workshop on market access requirements 14 February Christian de Barrin CEO
Hospitality Europe

2. HOTREC at a glance
Umbrella Association of Hotels, Restaurants and Cafes in Europe
43 National Associations
29 European countries
The voice of the hospitality industry at EU level
Brussels, 14 February 2017

3. Hospitality – its contribution to society
1.8 million SMES: 10 million jobs; 16.6 incl. indirect & induced : 2,5million jobs over the last decade
20% of are below 25 years
High share of unskilled workers (33%)
3.7% of the EU GDP
126 billion EUR of tax contribution
91% micro enterprises, many family run, comparable with collaborative economy size businesses
Keeps creating jobs by promoting fair competition and leveling the playing field with professional suppliers
Brussels, 14 February 2017

4. Collaborative economy –its contribution to society
… jobs
… of the EU GDP
… billion EUR of tax contribution
… of enterprises
… of habitants renting 1 room to complement salary
Impact assessment on eco/social benefits needed
Brussels, 14 February 2017

5. The scale of the activity:
Regulated industry
Collaborative economy
13 million beds
20 million beds
13 million beds (Eurostat)
7.3 million beds (Eurostat)
1 trillion EUR turnover (total) ?
460 billion EUR turnover (direct)
28 billion EUR of transactions
126 billion EUR tax contribution
? Tax contribution
Guests know whom to contact in case of problems
41% of guests do not know whom to turn to in case of problems
Brussels, 14 February 2017

6. Definition of the collaborative economy:
Short term rentals? Occasional vs. regular?
Communication by the European Commission (June 2016)
Frequency of the services
Profit seeking motive√
Level of turnover ?
Need a clear definition of the ‘collaborative’ economy activities: to boost benefits to sociaety
Brussels, 14 February 2017

7. What shall we strive for?
Enjoyable destinations for tourists
Livable cities for residents
Healthy competition between professionals
Proper tourism planning through reliable figures
Fiscal obligations to be paid
Not feeding black / grey economy
Ensuring health and safety
Liable and responsible cooperation
More jobs, more growth
Brussels, 14 February 2017

8. Brussels, 14 February 2017

9. HOTREC proposal – 5 key pillars
Recognise activity officially
Identify professionals
Pay your taxes
Ensure health and safety
Act responsibly
Clarification will boost benefits for society: let’s work together
Brussels, 14 February 2017

10. Questions & Answers
Brussels, 14 February 2017