Record growth in the country's popularity. Until now, it was considered dangerous
Until now, El Salvador was considered a not very safe and traveler-friendly place. However, it turns out that this country is experiencing an incredible tourism boom. It enjoys record popularity.
Some time ago, a ranking of places that are extremely safe for solo travelers was published online. It is known that not all corners of the world are favorable for such exploration. El Salvador is certainly not associated with peaceful visits. However, it turns out that it has been becoming more and more popular recently. Will this be the next travel hit?
El Salvador is breaking popularity records
El Salvador is experiencing unprecedented growth in tourism, with 351,000 tourists visiting in January 2024, an increase of 35%. compared to the previous year. The largest contributors to this increase were the United States, Guatemala and Honduras. The promising future of El Salvador's tourism industry signals economic growth.
El Salvador is a small Central American country located between Guatemala and Honduras. It has become a developing tourist destination. In January 2024, the tourism sector generated earnings of $281 million. This represents a significant increase over 2022 receipts.
What are tourists looking for in El Salvador?
In January 2024, almost 351,000 people visited the coast of El Salvador. guests from abroad, which means an increase of 35%. compared to January 2023. Of these tourists, 70 percent decided to stay in the country, and the remaining 29 percent chose one-day trips. The United States contributed most to El Salvador's tourism boom, with U.S. citizens accounting for 43 percent of all visitors. Each American tourist spent an average of $1,096.
Guatemala and Honduras followed suit, with 20 and 15 percent of visitors respectively. El Salvador's proximity to these nations, combined with its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, has undoubtedly contributed to the influx of tourists from neighboring countries.
An optimistic forecast for El Salvador's tourism industry is that four million tourists will arrive in the country by the end of 2024. The country has seen such success under the presidency of a politician named Nayiba Bukele. His commitment to revitalizing El Salvador's image and promoting it as a safe and attractive destination resonated with tourists around the world. Until now, this place was considered not very friendly.
