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Tourism rebound: 2025 Q1 numbers vs. 2019 baseline – winners and laggards

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As of Q1 2025, global tourism has not only rebounded but, in many regions, surpassed pre-pandemic levels. According to UN Tourism, international tourist arrivals reached 1.4 billion in 2024, marking a 99% recovery compared to 2019. 


🌍 Regional Performance

Middle East: Leading the recovery, the Middle East saw international arrivals 32% above 2019 levels in 2024. 

Africa: Africa experienced a 7% increase in arrivals compared to 2019, with North Africa specifically seeing a 22% rise. 

Europe: Europe welcomed 1% more arrivals than in 2019, with Southern Mediterranean Europe and the Caribbean enjoying robust growth. 

Americas: The Americas recovered 97% of pre-pandemic arrivals, with Central America seeing a 17% increase over 2019. 

Asia and the Pacific: This region reached 87% of pre-pandemic levels in 2024, showing significant improvement from 66% at the end of 2023. 

🏆 Top Performing Destinations

Several countries reported substantial growth in international arrivals compared to 2019:

Qatar: +137%

Albania: +80%

El Salvador: +81%

Saudi Arabia: +69%

Ethiopia: +40%

Morocco: +35%

Guatemala: +33%

Dominican Republic: +32%


📉 Areas Still Recovering

While many regions have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, some areas are still catching up:

Asia and the Pacific: Despite improvements, arrivals were at 87% of 2019 levels in 2024. 

Sub-Saharan Africa and North America: Both regions recovered 95% of pre-pandemic levels in Q1 2024. 


💰 Tourism Receipts

International tourism receipts reached USD 1.6 trillion in 2024, about 4% more than in 2019 in real terms. Total export revenues from tourism, including passenger transport, are estimated at a record USD 1.9 trillion in 2024. 

🔮 Outlook for 2025

International tourist arrivals are expected to grow 3% to 5% in 2025 compared to 2024. The positive outlook is reflected in the latest UN Tourism Confidence Index, with a score of 130 for 2025. 

Overall, the global tourism sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, with many regions not only recovering but exceeding pre-pandemic performance levels.


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