Gulf Tourism Expected to Contribute $365B
The GCC Statistical Center predicts that tourism will contribute approximately $365.7 billion to the GDP of Gulf countries by 2035, providing around 5.8 million jobs. By 2025, the number of tourists rose to about 75.7 million, with revenues increasing by 9.7% to $131.9 billion, and the average tourist expenditure reaching $1,743 per visitor. The sector also experienced growth in hotel establishments, increasing by 4.8% to a total of 12,400 facilities. Additionally, the industry is increasingly relying on digital technologies and artificial intelligence to enhance the tourism experience, develop services, and facilitate visitor access through updated applications and a unified digital platform.
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