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Navigating the gray economy: The challenge of unregulated tourism in Serbia

The rise of the gray economy in tourism, particularly through platforms like Booking.com, has sparked significant debate in Serbia. The government is increasingly concerned about illegal operations in private accommodation, with Minister of Tourism Husein Memic highlighting the issue of unregistered rentals that undermine the formal sector. Booking.com defends its position by stating that it requires accommodation providers to acknowledge their legal obligations upon registering. The company asserts that it has mechanisms to address reported irregularities and will promptly remove…