Consumer spending on travel is robust with significant increases in passenger traffic, according to the latest global report from the Mastercard Economics Institute.
Released on Tuesday, “Travel Trends 2024” provides comprehensive insights into the evolving landscape of the travel industry across 74 markets.
For June through August, the top 10 trending Caribbean/Latin American destinations for American travellers include four touristic destinations in the region: Oranjestad, Aruba (2nd), Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (5th), San Juan, Puerto Rico (6th), and Santiago, Dominican Republic (10th).
Globally, Oranjestad, Aruba, ranks as the tenth top trending destination for the period. For Latin Americans, Punta Cana is this summer’s eighth top trending destination.
Across the Caribbean, it is becoming evident that while the travel recovery is advancing, countries with relatively more affordable hotel options are performing exceptionally well, ultimately benefiting the economies.
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