The Ministry of Tourism, Handicrafts and Social Solidarity Economy announced a new milestone for Morocco's tourism industry. A record 14.5 million tourists visited the country in 2023, an increase of 34% from 2022.
“Tourism in Morocco has achieved another historic achievement,” the ministry proudly stated. “This impressive progress represents a 34% increase compared to 2022 and a 12% increase compared to 2019 pre-pandemic levels.”
Interestingly, Moroccans living abroad contributed significantly to this surge, accounting for 51% of arrivals, an increase of 27% compared to 2022. Meanwhile, foreign tourists also steadily increased, accounting for 49% of the total number of arrivals, an increase of 41% compared to the previous year. Previous year.
Even in the midst of global challenges, December 2023 will see an unprecedented peak with 1.3 million tourist arrivals, evenly divided between Moroccans abroad and international visitors. It was done. This confirms Morocco's enduring appeal as a top tourist destination, attracting both domestic and international audiences.
The ministry further highlighted that this record year significantly exceeded the initial target of 13.5 million tourists set in the 2023-2026 Tourism Roadmap. The more than 1 million visitors exceeded expectations and is a testament to Morocco's successful post-pandemic recovery and continued development as a major tourist destination.
