‘Record-breaking year:’ Winnipeg tourism outlook looking optimistic
Global News
After a record breaking 2022, Tourism Winnipeg is optimistic more tourism dollars will be spent inside the province by Manitobans and people around the world.
Since pandemic restrictions were lifted, more Manitobans are looking to get out and explore.
While some are eager to get on a plane, others are continuing to explore the province.
“It’s a time to see what’s in your own backyard and I think the pandemic showed us that if you haven’t had the chance to go check out a play at MTC or check out Qaumajuq they have exhibits all the time,” Tourism Winnipeg vice-president Natalie Thiesen said.
CAA Manitoba says it is seeing pent-up demand for both domestic and international trips.
“Travelling in Manitoba is also busy after two years of lockdowns, and we expect another busy travel year for 2023,” CAA Manitoba regional vice president Susan Postma said.
Tourism Winnipeg says the industry is bouncing back quickly. Strong hotel demand in 2022 puts an optimistic outlook on 2023.
“It was kind of a record-breaking year. It surpassed 2019 levels in terms of occupancy, visitation, and also faring well in terms of the average daily rate,” Thiesen said.
These strong tourism trends fare well for Winnipeg which has a major international event on the horizon.