tourism demand
London Market Pulse 2024 – Investor Confidence Renewed
Cassandre Pene | October 3, 2024
Owing to its rich cultural heritage, prestigious educational institutions and wide range of attractions across fashion, media and sports, London is a key destination for international visitors. In addition, its strong influence as a financial centre and a hub for technology and innovation defines it as a leading market in terms of hospitality and hotel investment. Despite its size, London’s accessibility through various international airports as well as the Eurostar high-speed rail service facilitates travel, ensuring a steady influx of both leisure and business travellers. These factors are expected to drive London’s continued success a...
International Tourist Arrivals Hit 96% of Pre-Pandemic Levels Through July 2024
World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) | September 20, 2024
International tourism bounced back to 96% of pre-pandemic levels in the seven months through July 2024, driven by strong demand in Europe and the re-opening of markets in Asia and the Pacific. According to the latest World Tourism Barometer by UN Tourism, around 790 million tourists travelled internationally in the first seven months of 2024, about 11% more than in 2023 and only 4% less than in 2019. Data show a strong start to the year, followed by a more modest second quarter. Results are in line with UN Tourism’s projection of a full recovery in international arrivals in 2024 despite ongoing economic and geopolitical risks. UN Touri...
Amsterdam Market Pulse – Full Recovery In Sight
Maxime Gauthier | May 10, 2024
By Maxime Gauthier With a population of more than 930,000 , the capital city of Amsterdam lies on the coast of the province of North Holland. The city – known for its historic canals, the famous Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and the coffee shops of the Red Light District – is also a significant financial and business centre in Europe. There were more than 3,500 international companies in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (AMA) in 2023, representing more than 30% of the private-sector jobs. The city is highly accessible via local, national and international transport links. Amsterdam has excellent domestic and international connecti...
