The number of international tourist arrivals grew by 5% in the first half of 2013 compared to the same period in 2012 and approach 500 million, according to figures that UNWTO has published. Growth was higher than forecast made at the beginning of the year (between 3 and 4% growth), and stronger than the trend recorded in the long-term prospects of the UNWTO Tourism 2030 (+ 3.8% per year).
Destinations worldwide recorded 494 million overnight stays in the first six months of 2013, according to estimates in the preliminary edition of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer released on the occasion of the Twentieth General Assembly of the Organization. This represents an increase of 5% or 25 million more tourists than in the same period in 2012 Growth was strongest in emerging destinations (+6%) than in advanced economies (+4%) trend that the sector has now for many years.
"The fact that the growth of international tourism exceeded forecasts provides confirmation that the trips are now part of the habits of a number of increasingly high people in emerging economies as qu'avancées," said Secretary General of UNWTO, Taleb Rifai. "D where the need to give tourism a rightful place among the main pillars of socio-economic development as it contributes largely to economic growth, exports and employment. "
While the economic outlook remains mixed in the world, all regions and sub-regions show positive results, but to varying degrees. Surprisingly, Europe (5%) performed better than expected, driven by the numbers of Central and Eastern Europe (+10%) and Southern and Mediterranean Europe (+6%). The Asia-Pacific region (6%) also exceeded expectations, thanks to strong performances in Southeast Asia (+12%) and South Asia (7%). However, the results were worse than expected in the Americas (2%), South America and the Caribbean being lagged.
The first half usually accounts for some 45% of the total number of arrivals over a year (in the northern hemisphere, the high season is in July and August, which are part of the second half). Growth is expected to continue in the second half of 2013, but the pace will slow down gradually. UNWTO forecasts that 2013 will close with an increase of 4% or slightly higher, that is to say a better than the first estimate given for a particular year.
Asia-Pacific and Europe ahead
Asia Pacific (+6%), growth, supported, was favored by the increase in arrivals in Southeast Asia (+12%), sub-region remains on the exceptional momentum observed in recent years, and in South Asia (+7%).
In Europe, the number of international tourist arrivals grew by 5% despite the continuing economic difficulties. The growth was led by Central and Eastern Europe (+10%) and Southern Europe and Mediterranean (+6%).
The Americas (2%) had a mediocre first half of 2013 compared to the strong growth of previous years. Central America (+4%) did better than the average for the region, while the curve in arrivals remained flat in the Caribbean and South America.
Africa (+4%), the growth trend of recent years continued in the first half of 2013 thanks to the continued recovery in North Africa (+4%) and the strong performance of sub-Saharan destinations (+ 4%).
The Middle East has recovered well after two years of negative growth, with growth in international tourist arrivals estimated at 13%. However, these results should be considered with care, growth appears quite uneven across locations, and because this estimate is based on figures still restricted and which are limited to the period until June period.
Growth in tourism spending driven by emerging saves
Source markets of emerging economies continue to drive growth in emerging economies as destinations qu'avancées.
Among the top ten source markets of the world, China (+31%) and Russia (+22%) led the upward movement of tourist spending in the first half of 2013 Apart from these top ten, Brazil has made its back with a 15% increase, which follows a more moderate year 2012.
However, spending growth in traditional markets has been more modest. Canada (+3%) and France (+2%) led the group, followed by UNite States, Germany and the United Kingdom, which have stagnated, and Japan, Australia and Italy, which recorded negative results.
Destinations worldwide recorded 494 million overnight stays in the first six months of 2013, according to estimates in the preliminary edition of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer released on the occasion of the Twentieth General Assembly of the Organization. This represents an increase of 5% or 25 million more tourists than in the same period in 2012 Growth was strongest in emerging destinations (+6%) than in advanced economies (+4%) trend that the sector has now for many years.
"The fact that the growth of international tourism exceeded forecasts provides confirmation that the trips are now part of the habits of a number of increasingly high people in emerging economies as qu'avancées," said Secretary General of UNWTO, Taleb Rifai. "D where the need to give tourism a rightful place among the main pillars of socio-economic development as it contributes largely to economic growth, exports and employment. "
While the economic outlook remains mixed in the world, all regions and sub-regions show positive results, but to varying degrees. Surprisingly, Europe (5%) performed better than expected, driven by the numbers of Central and Eastern Europe (+10%) and Southern and Mediterranean Europe (+6%). The Asia-Pacific region (6%) also exceeded expectations, thanks to strong performances in Southeast Asia (+12%) and South Asia (7%). However, the results were worse than expected in the Americas (2%), South America and the Caribbean being lagged.
The first half usually accounts for some 45% of the total number of arrivals over a year (in the northern hemisphere, the high season is in July and August, which are part of the second half). Growth is expected to continue in the second half of 2013, but the pace will slow down gradually. UNWTO forecasts that 2013 will close with an increase of 4% or slightly higher, that is to say a better than the first estimate given for a particular year.
Asia-Pacific and Europe ahead
Asia Pacific (+6%), growth, supported, was favored by the increase in arrivals in Southeast Asia (+12%), sub-region remains on the exceptional momentum observed in recent years, and in South Asia (+7%).
In Europe, the number of international tourist arrivals grew by 5% despite the continuing economic difficulties. The growth was led by Central and Eastern Europe (+10%) and Southern Europe and Mediterranean (+6%).
The Americas (2%) had a mediocre first half of 2013 compared to the strong growth of previous years. Central America (+4%) did better than the average for the region, while the curve in arrivals remained flat in the Caribbean and South America.
Africa (+4%), the growth trend of recent years continued in the first half of 2013 thanks to the continued recovery in North Africa (+4%) and the strong performance of sub-Saharan destinations (+ 4%).
The Middle East has recovered well after two years of negative growth, with growth in international tourist arrivals estimated at 13%. However, these results should be considered with care, growth appears quite uneven across locations, and because this estimate is based on figures still restricted and which are limited to the period until June period.
Growth in tourism spending driven by emerging saves
Source markets of emerging economies continue to drive growth in emerging economies as destinations qu'avancées.
Among the top ten source markets of the world, China (+31%) and Russia (+22%) led the upward movement of tourist spending in the first half of 2013 Apart from these top ten, Brazil has made its back with a 15% increase, which follows a more moderate year 2012.
However, spending growth in traditional markets has been more modest. Canada (+3%) and France (+2%) led the group, followed by UNite States, Germany and the United Kingdom, which have stagnated, and Japan, Australia and Italy, which recorded negative results.
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