Global tourism nears full recovery, approaching pre-pandemic levels in 2023

International tourism is poised to regain nearly 90% of its pre-pandemic strength by the end of 2023, as per the latest insights from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The UNWTO's data reveals that approximately 975 million tourists ventured abroad between January and September 2023, marking a 38% increase compared to the same period in 2022.

Key findings from the recent UNWTO World Tourism Barometer include: