Wednesday, March 27, 2024
According to Caribbean Tourism progress through the first quarter of 2024, the Caribbean region is witnessing a remarkable upsurge in international tourism, signaling a vibrant recovery and an encouraging outlook for the rest of the year. The allure of crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, and the warm hospitality of island communities continues to draw travelers from around the globe, seeking solace, adventure, and a slice of paradise. This year, several destinations within this sun-soaked archipelago are outperforming their previous records, showcasing significant year-on-year variations in international arrivals. Here’s a closer look at these top-performing Caribbean destinations based on the early data for Q1 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
Destination | Q1 vs 2023 | Q2 vs 2023 |
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Curaçao | +27% | +22% |
Grenada | +25% | +22% |
US Virgin Islands | +23% | +9% |
Aruba | +21% | +15% |
Sint Maarten | +21% | +15% |
Puerto Rico | +18% | +16% |
Saint Kitts and Nevis | +18% | +16% |
Cayman Islands | +16% | + |
This chart compares the percentage increase in visitor numbers to various destinations in the first and second quarters of 2023. Curaçao leads with a 27% increase in Q1 and a 22% increase in Q2. This is followed by Grenada with a 25% rise in Q1 and a staggering 82% in Q2. The US Virgin Islands and Aruba both saw over 20% growth in Q1, with more modest gains in Q2. Saint Martin, Puerto Rico, and Saint Kitts and Nevis experienced increases ranging from 18% to 21% in Q1, and from 4% to 16% in Q2. Both the Cayman Islands and the Dominican Republic had a 16% increase in Q1, but their growth slowed to 11% and 6% respectively in Q2. The Bahamas had a 13% rise in Q1 and a 10% increase in Q2. Overall, there was a total growth of 13% in Q1 and 5% in Q2 across all listed destinations. Destinations with a sharp change, identified as more than a 0.5% shift, are highlighted.
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