Total international air arrivals to Cape Town International Airport between January and February surpassed the 200 000 mark and exceeded the 2019 figure of 194 058 for the same period, breaking all previous records in the last five years.
At key attractions in regions across the province, visitor numbers are up 20% year-on-year.
“This is yet more excellent news for the sector because we know that more tourists mean more jobs across the province,” said Provincial Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger.
This is according to the monthly tourism report for February 2024, compiled by the Western Cape Government’s tourism, trade, and investment promotion agency, Wesgro.
Other highlights from the report include:
- Two-way passengers through Cape Town International Airport’s international terminal saw a 14% year-on-year growth in February, with 294 443 passengers, maintaining a steady growth rate on the back of a 13% increase recorded in January. (Source:…
