Qatar sees 53% rise in visitor arrivals in Feb
The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: Qatar continues to strengthen its position as a leading tourism destination, with recent data from Qatar Tourism indicating a significant...
Doha, Qatar: Qatar continues to strengthen its position as a leading tourism destination, with recent data from Qatar Tourism indicating a significant increase in international arrivals.
In February, there was a remarkable 53% surge in international visitors compared to same period last year, further underscoring the country’s appeal as a global tourism hub.
In February, Qatar welcomed 596,000 international visitors, marking a significant rise from the 389,000 arrivals recorded in February 2023. This consistent growth trend has been evident since 2022.
The latest statistics revealed a notable uptick in international arrivals, with January witnessing a staggering 106% increase or 703,000 arrivals compared to the same period in 2023.
The influx of visitors is observed across various points of entry. In January, 86,000 arrivals were recorded by sea, while 328,000 visitors entered via land routes, and 290,000 arrived by air.
