Washington, DC has achieved a historic milestone in tourism, welcoming a record 25.95 million visitors in 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and marking a 17 per cent increase from 2022. Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for the US capital, highlighted the significant contribution of Indian travellers, who ranked as the second largest inbound market for the city.
The influx of visitors generated a record $10.2 billion in visitor spending and supported 102,366 local jobs, reflecting a substantial economic boost for the city. Notably, 165,100 Indian tourists visited Washington, DC in 2023, contributing $287.4…
