Tourism rebound interrupted by Omicron cases

The numbers for December show the tourism industry was returning to pre-pandemic levels before Omicron caused a spike in COVID-19 cases. The Victoria Tourism Bulletin, released this week by Chemistry Consulting, shows the accommodation sector in particular had improved significantly from the year before. Average daily room rates were up $47.21 in December compared to December 2020.
 
With restrictions brought in because of Omicron expected to ease in the next few weeks, the industry is optimistic for improving business in 2022.