How many people are travelling to Europe?

Despite the significant annual increase, inbound tourist arrivals in the region remained below pre-pandemic levels, totaling roughly 595 million in 2022.



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Americans are flocking to Europe. The allure of international travel has travelers swapping out shorter trips within the U.S. or to some nearby destinations in favor of longer journeys.

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Shoulder season — generally April through mid-June, and September through October — combines the advantages of both peak- and off-season travel. In shoulder season, you'll enjoy decent weather, long-enough daylight, fewer crowds, and a local tourist industry still ready to please and entertain.

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With a valid U.S. passport, you can stay up to 90 days for tourism or business during any 180-day period. Do not overstay!

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In mid-to-late 2023, U.S. citizens and nationals of over 60 other countries will need an electronic travel authorization to visit much of Europe. Travelers to any Schengen-zone country will have to register with a European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS).

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Jul 25, 2023. Starting in 2024, U.S. passport holders traveling to Europe will need to apply for authorization through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) before their visit. While U.S. nationals currently enjoy visa-free access to most E.U.

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Such top-down measures aimed at promoting good nutrition also promote the perception that Europe, by and large, offers a healthier dietary landscape than the United States. Americans who spend time abroad in Europe often notice significant weight loss by the time they return.

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The average population density of the entire European Union, including a lot of Eastern European countries most Americans couldn't find on a map, is about the same as that of France, 116.2/km2; 3.5 times as high as the US average.

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Liechtenstein: For quiet mountain exploring
This petite sliver of a country sits nestled in the mountains between Switzerland and Austria. Being so small it has no airport of its own, but access via road or rail from surrounding countries is a breeze. Despite this, it's Europe's least visited country.

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Italy is a popular European destination for American travelers. As a U.S. passport holder, you can visit Italy without a visa for up to 90 days. From 2024, you'll need to apply for ETIAS to travel visa-free.

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In much of Europe (especially Italy and France), cities are partially shut down in July and August, when local urbanites take their beach breaks.

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If you want to avoid jet lag as much as possible, try to find a flight that arrives in Europe in the mid-afternoon or evening. This means leaving North America in the early morning.

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