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Outbound tourism in Cyprus: Preferred destinations for residents

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15 August 2024

Outbound tourism in Cyprus: Preferred destinations for residents

Adventure tourism

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Tourism indicators reveal that in 2023 outbound tourism in Cyprus reached a record high, with Greece and the United Kingdom being the most popular destinations.

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Statistical Service of Cyprus

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Cyprus

Organisation Type

Academic / Research and VET Institutions

Company with 250 or more employees

Consumer Organisations

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

EU Institutions

Financial Institutions and Investors

Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce

International Organisations

Local Authorities

Media / Journalist Organisations

National authorities

Networks and Federations / Confederations

NGOs / Non-profits

Regional Authorities

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

Trade Unions

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Adventure tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

    • Cultural tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Education tourism

    • Festival tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

    • Health and medical tourism

    • MICE tourism

    • Mountain tourism

    • Religious tourism

    • Rural tourism

    • Sports tourism

    • Urban/city tourism

    • Wellness tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Coordinated information on travelling

    • Improving statistics and indicators

    • Innovative tourism services

  • Business activities

    • Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism

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In 2023, Cyprus experienced a surge in outbound tourism, reaching a record high of 1.7 million, marking a 6.5% increase compared to 2019. The most favored destinations for Cypriot travelers in 2023 were Greece, attracting 34.4% of the tourists, and the United Kingdom, drawing 10.6% of the visitors from Cyprus. These preferences remained consistent with pre-pandemic levels, indicating a strong inclination among Cypriot residents towards certain travel destinations. For more detailed information, the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CYSTAT-DB) offers an online database that is freely accessible and can be tailored to meet individual needs.

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