The World's Biggest Tourism Spenders

Tourists from China spend the most money on overseas travel, according to recent data from the UN’s World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). In the past year, Chinese travelers spent approximately $250 billion. Meanwhile, U.S. travelers spent close to $180 billion, coming in second place. Perhaps more surprisingly, Russia also ranks among the top 10 countries for tourism expenditure, with tourists spending just under $40 billion in 2024.

When it comes to international arrivals, Europe leads the way, attracting nearly half of all global visitors. The Asia-Pacific region follows as the second most visited area. France remains the top destination globally, drawing over 100 million tourists in the past year alone.