Tuesday, May 21, 2024 UAE tops MENA in travel and tourism, ranking 18th globally, climbing seven spots with a significant 4.4% increase in its score. The United Arab Emirates has secured the top position in the Middle East and North Africa, and it ranks 18th worldwide according to the latest findings from the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index for 2024.
This report reveals a significant improvement for the UAE, which has advanced seven spots from its 25th position in 2021, with an increase of 4.4 percent in its score. Detailed Assessment This index evaluates 119 countries across various categories, such as the supportive conditions for travel, policies and infrastructure for tourism, the quality of infrastructure and services, and the rich natural and cultural resources available.
It also examines the sustainability practices within the tourism sector. The index serves as a crucial tool for benchmarking and strategy development for businesses, government bodies, international agencies, and other stakeholders in the tourism industry. Leadership on a Global and Regional Scale The United States continues to lead the index, closely followed by Spain and Japan, consistent with their previous standings.
Notably, among the affluent nations, only the UAE and Saudi Arabia have entered the top ten for showing significant progress in their index scores from 2019 to 2024. Tourism Recovery Post-Pandemic The Middle East has experienced the most robust resurgence in.
