In 2023, the European Union reaffirmed itself as a crucial hub in international tourism, generating 25.9% of the global revenue from this activity. Of this total, 15.2% came from tourists traveling within EU countries, while 10.7% corresponded to visitors from non-member nations.
When assessing the performance of EU nations, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Portugal, Austria, Greece, the Netherlands, Croatia, and Poland stand out, each representing at least 1.0% of the global revenue in international tourism. These results highlight the importance of the European continent in the tourism sector, which serves as a key pillar for their economies.
On the global stage, 18 non-EU countries also managed to capture income equal to or greater than 1.0% of international tourism. The United States leads in this area with a share of 12.3%, surpassing other non-European competitors like the United Kingdom, which stands at 4.8%.
These figures not only demonstrate the significance of tourism for the economy of the European Union, but they also illuminate its contribution to the development of international relations and cultural promotion on a global scale. The recent publication of “Key Figures on the EU in the World” provides a detailed analysis of this data, allowing interested parties to compare the EU’s performance with respect to other areas, including tourism.
In conclusion, this sector not only positively impacts the EU economy but also reinforces its status as a favored global tourist destination. With the resurgence of tourism following the post-pandemic recovery, these figures are expected to continue rising, further accentuating the importance of the European bloc in the international context.
via: MiMub in Spanish
