How big is tourism in the Caribbean?

In 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the sector, Travel & Tourism's contribution to the Caribbean economy grew by 4.4%. The increase – from USD 58.9 billion in 2018 to USD 61.5 billion in 2019 – represented an eighth consecutive year of growth.



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At the top of the list is the Dominican Republic (DR). In 2022, over 8.5 million tourists visited the island, making it not only the most popular destination in the Caribbean, but a top five tourist spot within North, Central, and South America.

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Beginning from a base of about 4 million tourists in 1970, the region now receives more than 26 million visitors a year. The sector accounts for a large share of many economies in the region, ranging from 7 percent to 90 percent of GDP, and 32 percent as a simple average (Figure 3.1).

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Tourism has long been the primary industry on the majority of the Caribbean islands due to the largely incredible natural beauty and wildlife which attracts hoards of “vacation hungry” visitors all year long.” (Sophia Southern, n.d.). Tourism accounts for a large amount of the Caribbean's economy and work force.

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The 10 Least Visited Caribbean Islands
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France is the most visited country in the world with 117,109,000 international tourists, thanks to its rich history and iconic landmarks. Mexico comes in second for most visited countries, with 51,128,000 tourists, offering vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty.

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This region is largely appealing for the sun, sand, and sea scene. Despite the fact that tourism is very reliant on the natural environment of the region, it has negative environmental impacts. These impacts include marine pollution and degradation, as well as a high demand for water and energy resources.

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Haiti remains the poorest country in the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region and among the poorest countries in the world.

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Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago, Puerto Rico are all considered least safe Caribbean Islands to visit.

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The largest Caribbean islands are Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, known as the Greater Antilles. Trinidad, the larger island of Trinidad and Tobago, is situated just north of the Venezuelan coast.

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Listed at number 115 on the GPI, Haiti is the most dangerous country in the Caribbean Islands as of 2022. By far the most dangerous threat to U.S. tourists is kidnapping for ransom. Reports of convoys being attacks, protests, and other violent events are also common in Haiti, as well as armed robberies.

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Located in the Pacific Ocean, the isolated island of Tuvalu is counted as one of the world's least visited travel destinations but its gorgeous beaches and stilt houses are too dreamy to miss.

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A 2022 report from the UNWTO, for example, found that “tourism leakage” amounts to an estimated 80% of all money spent by tourists in the Caribbean region. Another study found that tourism leakage in India may be around 40%.

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