VOICED : Con Machu Picchu vacia, el turismo queda en cuidados intensivos en Peru

The video discusses the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Peru's tourism sector, highlighting the empty state of Machu Picchu and the drastic drop in hotel occupancy in Lima. It outlines the economic losses expected in the tourism industry and emphasizes the need for a long-term recovery strategy, focusing on internal tourism as a key to revitalizing the sector.

What is the primary reason for the current emptiness of Machu Picchu?

• Political instability

• Seasonal weather changes

• COVID-19 pandemic

• Natural disasters

How did the Pan American Games affect tourism in Lima in 2019?

• They had no significant impact

• They decreased the number of tourists

• They attracted thousands of visitors

• They led to the closure of many hotels

What percentage of hotel occupancy was typical in Lima before the pandemic?

• Over 80%

• 60%

• 50%

• 70%

What is the estimated financial loss for the Peruvian tourism sector due to the pandemic?

• 1 billion dollars

• 2 billion dollars

• 4 billion dollars

• 3 billion dollars

What strategy is suggested for the recovery of the tourism sector in Peru?

• Focusing on international tourists

• Reducing hotel prices

• Promoting domestic tourism

• Building new tourist attractions