The number of tourists visiting Catalonia has decreased by 15% since the beginning of October compared to the same period last year, the local association Exceltur announced.
Transport and hotel bookings through the end of December are down by 20%. The decline could be costly, and if projections through the end of the year are confirmed, losses will exceed EUR 1 billion.
According to data published by Spain’s National Statistics Institute, the top tourist destinations in the first half of 2017 were: Catalonia, the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, and Andalusia.
Source: Capital
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is tourism declining in Catalonia?
Tourism in Catalonia has seen a 15% drop in October, with bookings down 20% due to regional instability affecting travel confidence.
What is the projected financial impact of this decline?
If current trends continue through the end of the year, the tourism sector in Catalonia could face losses exceeding 1 billion euros.
Which regions were Spain’s top tourist destinations in early 2017?
In the first half of 2017, the most popular destinations were Catalonia, the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, and Andalusia.