16/10/2022
The countries of the world by tourist frequentation
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Tourism is now recognized as a measurable activity, and the relative benefits to a nation can be very significant. Tourist visits are a real engine for the development or economic growth of a country, and a growing number of nations are opening up to the endless possibilities that this activity creates by investing in measures that promote its development. Here is the complete list of the countries of the world compared to tourist frequentation. This ranking is made by taking into account the number of international tourists who stay at least one night in the country.
Ranking by country of the world
France: 86.9 million tourists. France retains its place in the top 10 of the most visited countries internationally.
Spain – 82 million tourists. Tourism in Spain is growing strongly, and the country is also maintaining its place at the top of the rankings very well.
United States – 75.6 million tourists. While not at the top of the rankings in terms of the number of international tourist arrivals, the United States leads in terms of revenue generated by tourist visits.
China – 59.3 million tourists. The most populous country in the world derives significant income from its tourist visits.
Italy – 52.4 million tourists. With its culinary culture and strong identity, Italy has for many years been number 3 in number of international tourist arrivals after France and Spain.
Mexico – 39.3 million tourists. Mexico is a country known for its Pacific beaches. This tourist attraction is worth the visits of millions of vacationers each year.
United Kingdom – 37.7 million tourists. Tourism is a very important sector for the UK economy.
Turkey – 37.6 million tourists. Turkey is characterized by a wide variety of tourist sites and destinations.
Germany – 37.5 million tourists. Rich in its history, its forests and its many tourist sites, Germany retains its place in the top 5 of the most visited countries in Europe.
Thailand – 32.6 million tourists. Thailand is experiencing very strong growth in terms of tourism and the statistical data underline that this country is one of the destinations that should rise in the rankings in the coming years.
Russia – 28.4 million tourists. The advantage and attractiveness of Russia in relation to tourism would lie in its diversity. This country which hosted the football world cup in 2018 should also rise in the rankings.
Austria – 27 million tourists. Its mountain villages and its imperial history are real assets for this country.
Malaysia – 26 million tourists. Malaysia is surfing on the growing fame of the countries of the south-east with its beaches and its multiple cultural influences.
Greece 23.5 million tourists. Tourism in Greece contributes around 18% of the country's GDP each year.
Japan 19.7 million tourists. The country of the rising sun closes the top 15 of this ranking.
Saudi Arabia 17,994,000 tourists.
Canada 17,971,000 tourists.
Korea 17,242,000 tourists.
Poland 16,722,000 tourists.
22 Netherlands 15,007,000 tourists.
Ukraine 13,333,000 tourists.
India 13,284,000 tourists.
Croatia 12,683,000 tourists.
Singapore 12,051,000 tourists.
Bahrain 11,621,000 tourists.
Denmark 10,424,000 tourists.
Indonesia 10,407,000 tourists.
Morocco 10,177,000 tourists.
Vietnam 10,013,000 tourists.
Portugal 9,957,000 tourists.
Ireland 9,528,000 tourists.
Romania 9,331,000 tourists.
Switzerland 9,305,000 tourists.
Czech Republic 9,288,000 tourists.
Egypt 9,139,000 tourists.
South Africa 8,904,000 tourists.
