Natural disasters and tourismSemeja, Aleš (Avtor) natural disasterstourismriskresiliencesustainabilityThe tourism sector can be severely affected by unforeseen events, such as natural disasters, which are characterized as events with low probability but high impact. The COVID-19 pandemic came as an unprecedented shock to the tourism sector, with numerous reports appearing in many media outlets showing industry experts and directors calling for outside help to avoid worst-case scenarios for their businesses, even in the early days of the pandemic. We therefore wonder whether the approach of tourism companies to risk was inappropriate. Given the number of natural disasters that have occurred over the past few decades, we cannot argue that there have not been enough warning signs to encourage tourism companies to prepare for unforeseen events. A comprehensive review of natural disasters in recent years can be a valuable tool for tourism companies to assess such risks and develop strategies and action plans to increase resilience and sustainability. The latter should become key components of regular business.Univerza v Mariboru, Univerzitetna založba20222024-01-17 12:05:42Znanstveno delo86773UDK: 338.48OceCobissID: 125540099COBISS_ID: 127903491sl