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Morocco’s tourism sector continues its upward trajectory, recording 11.6 million tourist arrivals by the end of July 2025, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period in 2024, the tourism ministry said. Moroccans living abroad accounted for 52% of total arrivals during the first seven months of the year. The month of July alone […]
Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism has unveiled a sweeping initiative to revitalise non-traditional tourism by spotlighting its vast desert landscapes and unique natural heritage. Key attractions such as Al-Gara Cave and Umm Al-Sughair Oasis are now at the heart of new desert tourism routes, while popular one-day trips to the Siwa Oasis and nearby sites like […]
Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg have joined forces with Morocco in a strategic alliance aimed at promoting tourism in the north African country. The partnership focuses on expanding market reach, promoting high-end and adventure travel experiences, and positioning Morocco as a top destination for European travelers seeking luxury, culture, and sustainability, Travel and Tour World […]
Morocco’s tourism sector is experiencing unprecedented growth and is expected to surpass the milestone of 20 million tourist arrivals this year, tourism minister Fatima Zahra Ammor said. With 7.2 million visitors recorded during the first five months of 2025, a 22% increase compared to the same period last year, the performance of the tourism sector […]
Morocco’s inbound tourism revenues reached $3.7 billion during the first five months of this year, representing an 8 pc increase compared to the same period of last year. According to latest data released by the ministry of tourism, the number of overnight stays during the same period reached 11.8 million (+13%), while the number of […]
Morocco’s tourism sector demonstrates robust recovery with 2.7 million visitors arriving during the first two months of 2025, marking a significant 24% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the National Tourism Observatory’s latest data. The growth reflects strong appeal among both foreign tourists and domestic visitors. Total overnight stays in classified […]
Morocco has secured seventh place among the most-searched summer destinations by American travelers on Google, according to luxury travel platform Kinglike Concierge, reflecting the kingdom’s growing appeal to tourists seeking exotic cultural experiences and diverse landscapes. The study reveals Morocco’s increasing attraction for U.S. travelers alongside established destinations like Italy, Indonesia, and the Netherlands. American […]
The Algerian president and the state media apparatus have been on charm offensive for years, speaking about the tourism potential of the country. Yet, little was done to prepare the prerequisites for a genuine tourist industry that may help diversify the oil and gas-dependent economy. Speaking to sycophant media, Tebboune said that tourist can now […]
Morocco has maintained its position as North Africa’s tourism leader in the first quarter of 2025, welcoming 4 million visitors, a 22% increase compared to the same period last year. This performance keeps Morocco ahead of Egypt (3.9 million visitors, up 5%) and Tunisia (2.3 million visitors through April 20, up 8.8%). Morocco’s strong performance […]
Morocco’s tourism continues its impressive performance with 2.4% increase in receipts by the end of March 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, with nearly 24.63 billion dirhams (approximately $2.5 billion), the foreign exchange office said. Tourism has emerged as Morocco’s leading revenue source, surpassing key sectors including automotive, chemicals, food, information technology, and […]