The middle east registered a 9 per cent growth in outbound travel numbers last year, making it the fastest growing outbound market, a report showed. The gulf cooperation council gcc outbound travel market. Presented by kumud sengupta market vision research. Middle east as an emerging travel market cnn travel. Its a level of growth unmatched by any region in the world during the same. Why middle east travel deserves a closer look travel industry. According to recent research, middle east, travel and tourism activity is expected to grow by 4. Although there has since been an improvement in the us economy, the country continues to suffer from high unemployment and latent economic growth. Middle east is the next battleground in online travel it was only a few years ago that the growth in the global economy and that of travel was centred on the so.
Why the shift in middle east travel we looked into some reports and did a deep dive analysis of the travel sector for the middle east projects. Shifting trends in estimated aed 70 billion outbound. Jul 24, 2018 why the shift in middle east travel we looked into some reports and did a deep dive analysis of the travel sector for the middle east projects. The middle east outbound travel market was the worlds fastestgrowing market this year with a 9 per cent increase in outbound trips over the first eight months of this year, according to a. Us outbound travel in a nutshell and in numbers travel. Around half this number travel to americas other neighbour canada. This statistic shows outbound visitor growth in the middle east from 2011 to 2019. Middle east becomes fastest growing outbound travel market. The middle east outbound travel market with special insight into. Middle east and north african transportation and logistics. The increase in disposable income has energized the sector to grow further and accordingly the outbound tourism is on its positive growth.
Unwto statistics suggest that the middle east witnessed remarkable growth in international. The middle east outbound travel market etc corporate. Today, they are amongst the top destinations for outbound travel from the gccme market. Analysis of the us outbound travel market tourism essay. Speaking to some of the sponsors for the upcoming edition of the congress, taking place on the 1stand 2ndof march 2016, the following insights were revealed. Unwto middle east data and market vision gcc estimates. Between 2000 and 2010, the number of travelers in the middle east more than doubled, from 24. Beside saudi arabia, the united arab emirates uae is the most attractive outbound market in the region and both are characterised by high. Middle east is the next battleground in online travel. Emerging travel trends in me april 26, 2017 uncategorized attendees at arabian travel market put forth the trends that are affecting the dynamics of the tourism and hospitality industry in the middle east region. Despite the negative impact of the sociopolitical unrest in the middle east on tourism flows, prospects for the sector remain positive. Top 5 trends in me tourism, mice and luxury travel industry. The future of travel and tourism in the middle east a vision to 2020 a global perspective on the industrys challenges in the region global futures and foresight may 2007 global futures and foresight this study is a ground breaking project for the middle east and will provide a truly international perspective on. The new itb world travel trends report 20152016 prepared by ipk international on behalf of itb berlin finds that the middle east is the worlds fastestgrowing outbound travel market, having witnessed a 9 per cent increase in outbound trips over the first eight months of 2015.
Of course, most major newspapers have a middle east section but many of them seem to churn out the same stories. We found that sales are expected to more than double between 2018 and 2022, and the countries of the middle east are witnessing tremendous growth, which is being led by those travelling from the uae and. China is projected to be the largest outbound travel market by 2021, excluding trips to hong kong and macau, followed by south korea and india. Chinese outbound travel to the middle east and north. Mastercard future of outbound travel in asia pacific 2016. Outbound travel from the middle east hasnt garnered the attention of some other outbound markets, but given the high travel expenditure and growth of.
Apr 04, 2018 first, lets compare north america, a mature travel market with the middle east. Middle east travel market how is middle east travel. By 2020, the middle east is expected to have around 4. Outbound trips to destinations within europe increased by 3% as travellers stayed closer to home, while trips to asia grew only 2% and there was a 1% drop to the americas. In either tab, use the floating filter to reflect one of three key trends. This has made the middle east countries one of the most lucrative outbound tourist markets in todays fast growing international tourism industry. Comparing the middle east travel market to other regions. Saudi arabia is one of the worlds most important touristgenerating markets and the largest in the middle east. From 2012 to 2016, total outbound trips grew by 24. Countries such as brazil, argentina and peru are also seeking increased traffic from the middle east as they recognise the potential for tourism growth, with direct connections from the emirates enabling hasslefree travel for visitors. Middle east travel guides visiting the middle east with. This report provides sizing and analysis of the online and total leisure travel markets in the middle east, as well as regional projections through 2021, including. Shifting trends in estimated aed 70 billion outbound middle. Mastercard future of outbound travel in asia pacific 2016 to.
With middle east outbound tourism growing 2% ahead of the international average, destinations outside the region are striving to increase their share of this growth market. The general authority of civil aviation gaca has begun a prequalification process ahead of a duty free and duty paid request for proposal rfp for the new king abdulaziz international airport terminal 1 kaia in. Future outlook of travel in the middle east the unwto projects that international tourist arrivals will grow globally at an average rate of 3. North america was a bit more sluggish, with online channels growing at 7% and offline at only 1%. Outbound travel roadshow provides the ideal platform for independent travel related companies like destination management companies, tour operators, hotel chains, resorts, cruise liners, group travel organizers, car rental companies, ground handlers, wholesalers, mice operators, convention centres the opportunity to interact with key agents on an individual basis. This growth consolidates chinas position as number one source market in the world since 2012, following a trend of doubledigit growth in tourism expenditure every year since 2004. Digitalisation is here to stay as accommodation inventories and attractions are steadily increasing showing impressive numbers. But its ability to build a reputation for itself as a medical tourism hub in the middle east has provided some muchneeded support for its travel sector. Despite the size of the us, outbound travel is not an aspiration shared by all its citizens. Introduction to tourism middle easts travel market. Middle east africa online travel market size, outlook, trends. Driven by high internet and smartphone penetration, improving technology infrastructure and a young population with an appetite for travel, the middle east travel market is well positioned for strong growth over the next five years. Along with india, china is a major and increasingly important outbound market. Just about every usp for the players in the travel industry seems on offer in.
Apr 08, 2019 this statistic shows inbound visitor growth in the middle east from 2011 to 2019. The backbone of inbound tourism travtalk middle east. Discover the benefits of exhibiting at arabian travel market 2015 22,000. If visitors were points, and tourism were a game, the middle east would be gaining ground fast on the industrys traditional leaders. Fast growing outbound travel volume 8 14 24 40 46 61 gcc international tourist departures, 20002030f, million 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020f 2030f 1. Middle east travel market how is middle east travel market. Middle east travel destination industry news by skift. Outbound tourism on the rise from many source markets. Arabian travel market is the premier businesstobusiness travel exhibition in the middle east. In 2016, outbound visitor numbers from the middle east decreased by. The middle east is living, breathing proof of an old maxim.
The middle east is a region mainly in western asia, between the eastern shores of the mediterranean sea and the indian ocean. The growth in outbound travel from china benefited many. Jul 19, 2016 around half this number travel to americas other neighbour canada. Collectively, outbound travel in asia pacific is expected to grow by an annual rate of 6 percent over the forecast period of 20162021.
Jul 14, 2017 the middle east regions market share of global tourism remained at 4. Use the top 50 world ranking tab to learn how these markets rank based on one of the three key trends. Gcc nationals represent the bulk of all travels from the middle east. The region is also the cradle of the worlds first urban. May 12, 2015 the middle east is a growing region with potential to grow even further. This statistic shows inbound visitor growth in the middle east from 2011 to 2019.
With events in the middle east so often making the news, al jazeera has become one of the first places to visit for middle east news. The middle east is a growing region with potential to grow even further. The middle east a tourism success story like no other gemma greenwood world tourism day is a unwto initiative designed to promote the importance of tourism its social, cultural, political and economic value and this multidimensional impact is evident in the middle east where the gulf states in particular have leveraged this industrys. Surprisingly, the size of the us doesnt inspire its residents to travel outside their home country.
Potential thus still exists in the middle east for many destinations. In 2016, outbound visitor numbers from the middle east decreased by 6. This market is one of the smallest, yet fastest growing, tourist generating regions in the world. The middle east and north african transportation and logistics market, forecast to 2018 report has been added to research and markets offering the. For an event that started out with aims to become the middle easts version of the world travel market a ukbased event for the global travel industry, arabian. Report suggests middle east online travel market set to. Online travel agencies are expected to grow at a quick pace due to the emerging startups and secure bookings. Outbound to overseas visitation to destinations 3 market share 2014 percent volume 2014 000 market share 2015 percent volume 2015 000 middle east 5. The middle east a tourism success story like no other. The fourth edition will focus on the tremendous potential for outbound mice and luxury travel from the middle east. Market grow immensely on the account of many factors including a rise in. In 2016, inbound visitor numbers to the middle east grew by 1. The gulf cooperation council gcc source market report. Select the market comparison tab to compare a country, region or the world with additional metrics.
The middle east outbound travel market with special. According to latest available data, the middle east total outbound market last year reached 39. Me outbound travel market reports strong performance. While the region is known for its arid climate, not all of the land consists of desert. This study on the chinese outbound travel to the middle east and north africa looks into chinese travel preferences and destination choices, their perceptions of mena countries and their travel behaviour, while providing recommendations on how to market mena destinations in the chinese market in view of the main travel trends of china. Features and highlights why target the middle east. The number of outbound travellers rose 6% to 5 million in 2016. Interestingly, just 18% of us outbound travel has been destined for europe over the period. Travel agents for middle east trips travel leaders. Why middle east online travel bookings are booming.
The future of travel and tourism in the middle east a vision to 2020 a global perspective on the industrys challenges in the region global futures and foresight may 2007 global futures and foresight this study is a ground breaking project for the middle east. The middle east outbound travel market with special insight. Middle east africa online travel market size, outlook. First, lets compare north america, a mature travel market with the middle east. The middle east s most promising factor for destinations is the high spending by local travellers. Introduction to tourism middle easts travel market youtube. In 2017, the online market in the middle east grew at a healthy 15%, while offline channels grew at only 4%. Outbound visitor growth in the middle east 20112019 statista. The future of travel and tourism in the middle east a.
The middle east regions market share of global tourism remained at 4. In recent years, the middle east region has become an increasingly important source market for many destinations worldwide with nearly 36 million tourist departures in 2015. The mountains in turkey, iran and lebanon even have ski resorts. Apr 08, 2019 this statistic shows outbound visitor growth in the middle east from 2011 to 2019.
The middle east is one of the smallest, yet fastest growing, tourist generating regions in the world, with outbound travel quadrupling in the last 20 years. Attendees at arabian travel market put forth the trends that are affecting the dynamics of the tourism and hospitality industry in the middle east region. Middle east gaca to issue duty free and duty paid tender for new king abdulaziz terminal. The decline in outbound travel in both 2008 and 2009 reflected the weak performance of the us economy and international markets. The number of trips taken to mexico has also risen by 40% in the same period second only to the middle east at 52%.
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