Although intra-European tourist arrivals in 2023 increased compared to the previous year, they remained below the figures recorded in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. As expected, intra-European tourist arrivals in the region are expected to reach an estimated 535 million in 2023. This figure is projected to grow steadily thereafter, reaching nearly 691 million in 2026.
What are the popular destinations for travel within Europe?
As of October 2023, almost 60% of respondents to a survey on Europeans’ travel intentions over the next six months said they plan to travel outside their home country while staying in Europe. Furthermore, the survey revealed that France, Italy and Spain are the preferred next travel destinations among European travelers.
What is the travel budget for Europeans?
A survey conducted in October 2023 on the travel budgets of Europeans planning to travel within the next six months found that around 27% of respondents estimated their travel budget to be between 501 and 1,000 euros. Looking at expected travel budgets by age group, it was found that respondents aged 25-34 were most likely to spend over 3,000 euros, while travellers aged 35-44 were less likely to spend less than 500 euros.
