From Colombia, the number of non-resident tourists registers an increase of 215.9%, from 2018 to July 2024
Dominican authorities are seeing a resurgence in tourist arrivals thanks to a renewed focus on emerging markets.
Puerto Rico, Colombia, Mexico, Peru and Ecuador have become key players in recovering tourism, following a significant drop in visitors from Europe, affected by the Ukraine-Russia war, and rising fuel and long-haul airfare costs.
Tourism Minister David Collado highlighted the success of this diversified strategy during a recent presentation.
“We are playing to emerging markets, we are doing a diverse strategy with Latin American countries as well and it is giving very good results,” said Collado.
The data reflects remarkable growth in tourist arrivals from these countries. In the first seven months of 2018, the Dominican Republic received 70,995 non-resident foreigners from the island of enchantment. In 2024, that figure has risen to 124,305.
From Colombia, the number of nonresident tourists rose from 54,802 in 2018 to 173,158 in 2024, representing an increase of 215.9%.
Mexico also showed a significant increase, with 21,326 tourists in 2018 and a projection of over 63,959 in 2024. In addition, Peru and Ecuador sent 46,185 and 32,975 non-resident tourists, respectively, in 2024.
In general terms, the main issuers of tourists for the Dominican Republic are:
- United States
- Canada
- Colombia
- Argentina
- Puerto Rico
Between January and July 2024, the country has received 6,968,449 visitors.
Maritime tourism
Maritime tourism has also registered a strong increase. In July, the Dominican Republic received 206,704 cruise passengers, marking a 39% increase over the previous year, 96% more than in 2022 and 148% higher than in 2019.
During the first seven months of 2024, the country has received 1,682,449 cruise passengers and 570,063 crew members aboard 421 vessels and 19 ships.
Source:Diariolibre.com
