Tourism Economics forecasts global tourism growth in 2026

According to a November 7 report by Reference News, Tourism Economics, a subsidiary of Oxford Economics in the UK, forecasts that global tourism will grow in 2026. If international instability subsides, the number of international visitors is expected to increase by 8% by 2027, with long-haul travel projected to grow by 11%.

The study forecasts that this upward trend could continue over the next few years. The projected increase in long-haul travel is higher than the overall growth in international visitor numbers, indicating that it may become a notable component of tourism demand growth. However, these forecasts remain dependent on changes in the international situation.

If the projected growth materializes, transport, accommodation, and tourism services related to long-haul travel may see changes in demand. It will be worth monitoring whether international instability subsides and whether actual changes in international visitor numbers and long-haul travel align with the forecasts.

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