Tourist arrivals in Morocco have surged to 7.4 million in the first six months of 2024, marking a 14% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy.
“Moroccan tourism continues its upward trajectory, as evidenced by the exceptional growth in the first half of 2024,” stated the ministry. “The numbers speak for themselves: 7.4 million visitors crossed Moroccan borders, representing a 14% increase compared to 2023 and a spectacular 38% jump compared to 2019.”
The surge in tourist numbers has exceeded all expectations. Although the goal for 2024 was set at an additional one million tourists for the entire year, Morocco has already welcomed 909,000 additional visitors in just six months.
June alone saw a record arrival of 1.5 million tourists, a 10% increase compared to June 2023. The summer season is anticipated to be equally promising, further boosting Morocco’s tourism sector.
Fatim-Zahra Ammor, the Minister of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy, highlighted Morocco’s growing prominence on the international tourism scene. “The unique assets of our country, combined with the implementation of our roadmap, are bearing fruit. Our goal of 17.5 million tourists is closer than ever,” she said.
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