Jordan’s Soaring Tourism Sector

Maria Quintero | July 25, 2023

By Maria Quintero Jordan’s cultural legacy includes over 100,000 archeological sites, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and religious landmarks. It is also a leader in medical tourism. Prior to Covid-19, it welcomed 250,000 foreign patients, contributing to over USD 1 billion in revenues per year. Likewise, spa and wellness services have flourished on the shores of the Dead Sea. Tourism contribution The tourism sector plays a fundamental role in the country’s economy. The latest available data reports the industry rebounded from the pandemic-driven slowdown, accounting for 10-13 percent of Jordan’s 2022 GDP, bringing in USD 5.8 bil...