Portugal Named “World’s Best Tourist Destination” for Second Consecutive Year

Portugal has been re-elected „World’s Best Tourist Destination” for the second consecutive year at the World Travel Awards gala.
Last year, Portugal achieved record figures in this sector with 24.1 million tourists, and this year it is heading towards a 12% growth, stated the Tourism official, Ana Mendes Godinho.
Last year, tourism revenues, which represent 10% of Portugal’s GDP, were 15 billion EUR, and in the period January – October 2018, tourism revenues increased by 1.5 billion EUR.

Source: Profit

Frequently Asked Questions

How many times has Portugal won the World’s Best Tourist Destination award?

Portugal has been named the “World’s Best Tourist Destination” for two consecutive years at the World Travel Awards.

What is the economic impact of tourism in Portugal?

Tourism is a key economic driver, accounting for 10% of Portugal’s GDP and generating 15 billion EUR in revenue last year.

What are the current growth trends for Portuguese tourism?

Following a record 24.1 million tourists last year, the sector is projected to grow by 12% this year, with revenues already showing significant increases.