Dominican Republic sets new tourism record with over 9 million arrivals

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic continues to shatter tourism records, with a staggering 9,082,298 visitors arriving in the country during the first ten months of 2024. October alone saw an influx of 719,849 tourists, further solidifying the nation’s position as a top-tier tourist destination.

Tourism Minister David Collado announced these impressive figures, emphasizing a remarkable 47% increase compared to the same period in 2019, a 35% surge over 2022, and a 10% growth from the previous year.

“These results are a testament to the Dominican Republic’s unwavering appeal as a premier tourist destination,” said Minister Collado. “Our diverse offerings, coupled with world-class hospitality, continue to attract visitors from around the globe.”

The Dominican Republic’s success can be attributed to both air and sea arrivals. Between January and October, the country welcomed 6,984,569 tourists by air, representing a 30% increase compared to 2019, a 20% jump from 2022, and a 7% growth over the previous year. Additionally, cruise ship arrivals reached 2,097,729 during the same period.

“October was another outstanding month for Dominican tourism,” said Minister Collado. “Air arrivals alone reached 554,169, marking a 49% increase compared to 2019, 13% more than 2022, and a 4% growth over the previous year. Cruise ship arrivals also surged to 165,680, representing a 155% increase compared to 2019, 88% over 2022, and 88% compared to last year.”

A bright future for Dominican tourism

With these exceptional results, the Dominican Republic is well on its way to surpassing its goal of attracting 11.5 million visitors by the end of the year. The nation’s thriving tourism industry is not only boosting the economy but also creating numerous job opportunities for locals.