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Spanish port authorities: an overview of passenger traffic

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21 August 2024

Spanish port authorities: an overview of passenger traffic

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According to statistics, the total number of passengers in Spanish state-owned ports during the first four months of 2024 was 9.5 million, marking a 75.9% decrease compared to the same period in 2023.

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Based on the most recent data from Dataestur, the total number of passengers in Spanish state-owned ports during the first four months of 2024 was 9.5 million, which represents a decrease of 75.9% compared to the same period in 2023. In the same period, the passenger count for cruise ships stood at 3 million, with 1,176 cruises offered in the market. Interestingly, August appears to be the most popular month for tourism in Spanish state-owned ports, while the beginning of the year is the least popular. For those interested in exploring more about port traffic statistics in Spain, Dataestur’s official tourism statistics portal offers a comprehensive Power BI report. (The original piece available only in Spanish)

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