Which Country Gains The Most From Tourism?

Which Countries Gain the Most From Tourism?

Tourism has rebounded strongly, with international visitor spending reaching an estimated $1.74 trillion in 2024, up 13.8% from 2019. The map shows how unevenly these gains are distributed.

The United States leads by a wide margin, earning $215 billion in international tourism receipts, more than any other country. In Europe, tourism remains a major pillar of the economy, with Spain ($106.5B), the UK ($82.5B), and France ($77B) among the world’s top earners.

Across Asia, Japan ($54.7B) and China ($39.7B) dominate East Asia, while Thailand ($42.7B) and Singapore ($23.8B) lead Southeast Asia. In the Middle East, the UAE ($57B) and Türkiye ($56.3B) highlight the region’s growing pull as global travel hubs.

Overall, the data underscores tourism’s role as a major source of foreign income, especially for countries that pair strong connectivity with well-developed hospitality sectors.