Due to an unprecedented increase in international interest, the Balearic Islands have emerged as a hot destination for 2023.
The Balearic Islands, made up of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, attracted 14.4 million foreign tourists last year, spending a staggering €17.22 billion in total.
These figures, published by the National Institute for Statistics (INE), confirm that not only did the number of tourists increase by 9.1% compared to 2022, but tourism expenditure also increased significantly by 16.4%.
Contribution to the Balearic Islands
Nearly 166,000 international tourists flocked to the island in December alone, an increase of 26.7% year-on-year, and spending soared 48.8% to €215 million.
This boom contributed to a great year for Spain's tourism sector, which hosted 85.1 million international visitors and accumulated revenues of 108,662 million euros.
Spain's global status
Spain is currently competing with France for the world's top spot in tourism, and this position is backed up by the impressive statistics of the Balearic Islands.
Looking more broadly at Spain, tourist numbers are up 18.7% compared to 2022, surpassing the pre-pandemic peak of 83.5 million in 2019, making it clear the country is on the verge of historic acclaim. became.
Expenditures related to these visits also set a new record, showing that Spain's tourism sector is not just recovering, but is well on its way to expanding.
The Balearic Islands, with their sunny beaches and vibrant culture, played a pivotal role in this success.
Tourists, mainly from the UK, France and Germany, showed their continued love for the islands and contributed significantly to overall spending.
UK visitor
The UK in particular led the way with 17.3 million people visiting Spain, although this was slightly below the 2019 figure, followed by France and Germany, demonstrating the diversity of sources of tourism income.
These islands, along with Catalonia and the Canary Islands, will be the regions receiving the most foreign tourists in 2023.
Catalonia topped the list with 18 million visitors, but the Balearic Islands were not far behind, highlighting their important contribution to Spain's tourism industry.
As Mallorca and its sister islands continue to attract tourists from all over the world, the Balearic Islands are cementing their place as a premier destination. Their success story in 2023 is a testament to the enduring appeal of their natural beauty and cultural richness.
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