Saudi Arabia ranked third globally in terms of international tourist arrivals, recording over 61 per cent growth in the first eight to nine months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2019, according to a press release issued by UN Tourism this December.
This continued success in the tourism sector highlights the efforts of the Ministry of Tourism, supported by its plans and strategies, along with contributions from other stakeholders in the tourism industry, all striving to achieve the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. The significant increase in the number of inbound tourists also reflects traveller confidence in the Kingdom’s attractive and diverse tourism offerings, enhancing Saudi Arabia’s reputation as a leading global tourist destination.
In 2023, Saudi Arabia advanced 15 positions compared to 2019 in the global ranking of inbound tourist spending, ranking 12th, marking the most significant upward movement among the top 50 countries.
Moreover, the Kingdom led the G20 countries in the growth of international tourist arrivals during the first seven months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2019.
Source: SPA
