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Round trip: Fuelled by sustained development efforts, digital innovation and growing consumer spending, global travel is staging a comeback
The global tourism sector is gradually recovering from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to UN Tourism’s World Tourism Barometer published in January 2024, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with an estimated 1.3bn international arrivals. The revival has been underpinned by the release of pent-up demand, increased air connectivity, and a robust resurgence of Asian markets and destinations, leading to an expected full recovery by the end of 2024.
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