Where is UK in world ranking for tourism?

Report highlights. In 2022, the UK was ranked sixth out of 60 nations. The UK saw ranking improvements across many of the dimensions when compared to 2021; tourism retained sixth place, culture moved back up one place to third and people moved up two places to eighth.



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The Travel and Tourism Development Index ranked the UK as the fifth-best country for non-leisure travel worldwide in 2021, and the first-best country in Europe.

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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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A cultural and historical destination, the country is famous for its Scottish landscapes, British royal family, the Beatles, and a number of castles and forts.

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So what makes France so appealing to travelers from all over the world? Well, there's a lot to love about the country, from its stunningly beautiful countryside and picturesque villages to its exciting cities and rich cultural heritage. Not to mention, France is also home to some of the best food and wine in the world.

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If you want to know why France is so popular, prepare for an avalanche of reasons. France attracts people from near and far with charm, sophistication, and style. Annually attracting millions of visitors, tourism accounts for over one million jobs and billions of pounds in revenue.

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France is the most visited country within Europe, attracting an impressive 81,411,000 foreign sightseers each year – more than any other country in the world. You will find in Paris, the capital, iconic structures such as the Louvre and Eiffel Tower.

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Reaching a total result of 58 billion euros in revenues in 2022, i.e. a 1.2 billion increase compared to 2019, the figures of tourism in France truly reached a record.

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Hong Kong. Hong Kong has become the most visited city in the world, surpassing Bangkok in recent times. Hong Kong welcomed 26.6 million visitors! With over 5 million more visitors annually than its closest rival, Hong Kong is expected to host at least 31 million tourists in the near future.

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The rich history and architecture throughout much of Europe are a major draw, with monuments like the Coliseum in Rome or Versailles outside Paris drawing millions of visitors each year. These sites offer an understanding of our world's past as well as beauty that cannot be found anywhere else.

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According to the latest report by GlobalData, 'Tourism Destination Market Insight: Western Europe (2022)', France held the title of most visited country in the world prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, welcoming 88.1 million visitors in 2019. However, it was overtaken by Spain in 2021.

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1. France - Europe. It is no surprise that the 'city of love' (Paris) is amongst the most visited cities in the world. In 2019 it was recorded that 89 million international travelers visited France, making it the most traveled-to country 2019.

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