UN Tourism

According to UN Tourism, 307 million travelers took an international trip in the first quarter of 2026, up 2% year over year. Growth remains positive, but disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East, rising travel costs and geopolitical uncertainty are clouding the outlook for the coming months.

With 1.52 billion international tourist arrivals recorded in 2025, global tourism has confirmed its return to a growth trajectory close to pre-pandemic levels. According to the latest data released by UN Tourism, the 4% year-on-year increase in arrivals is being driven by strong demand, the gradual recovery of the Asia-Pacific region, and a more favorable operating environment for international travel.