Morocco’s tourism sector has attracted a record 7.2 million tourists up to May,recording a 22% growth compared to the same period last year and up 68% compared with the pre-Covid reference year of 2019.
The increase meant an additional 1.3 million tourists,as Morocco prepares to break a new record this year both in terms of arrivals and receipts.
In a statement,the tourism minister said the performance was reflective of the success of Morocco’s tourism promotion strategy.
With 17.4 million tourists visiting Morocco in 2024,arrivals were two years ahead of schedule or 20% higher compared with 2023.
Morocco plans to spend 600 million dollars from 2023 to 2026 to promote the tourism sector,including a revamp of existing hotels and promoting new investments in the sector.
The goal is to join the list of the world’s top 15 tourism markets,according to the ministry of tourism.
With a record performance in 2024,Morocco outperformed Egypt as the most visited African country.
Morocco expects to receive 26 million tourists by 2030,the year it will co-host the World Cup.
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