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Türkiye surpasses Spain as Germans’ favourite summer spot

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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These bookings have not only surpassed the figures recorded for summer 2019 by 11%, but they also remained 17% lower than the peak period before the pandemic struck. It was highlighted that for this upcoming summer, Türkiye has emerged as the most popular choice among the top 10 holiday destinations booked by Germans.

In detailing the rankings for the most favored holiday package destinations for the summer of 2024, the association noted that Türkiye, particularly the Turkish Riviera region of Antalya, has claimed the top spot, moving ahead of Spain. The association further mentioned, “The country by the Bosporus shores is finding particular favor among families with children,” while also singling out Istanbul as another major attraction for tourists.

Following Türkiye in popularity were Spain, Greece, and Egypt, as stated by the association. This shift in holiday destination preferences among Germans towards Türkiye could significantly bolster the tourism sector, potentially leading to increased cultural exchanges and economic benefits for Türkiye. Such trends not only highlight changing tourist preferences but also underscore the importance of the tourism industry in fostering global connections and understanding.

According to recent statistics, Türkiye has overtaken Spain to become the most preferred summer holiday destination among Germans. The German Travel Association (DRV) disclosed on Monday that there had been a 30% increase in early bookings for holiday packages in Germany by the end of January, in comparison to the previous year.

These bookings have not only surpassed the figures recorded for summer 2019 by 11%, but they also remained 17% lower than the peak period before the pandemic struck. It was highlighted that for this upcoming summer, Türkiye has emerged as the most popular choice among the top 10 holiday destinations booked by Germans.

In detailing the rankings for the most favored holiday package destinations for the summer of 2024, the association noted that Türkiye, particularly the Turkish Riviera region of Antalya, has claimed the top spot, moving ahead of Spain. The association further mentioned, “The country by the Bosporus shores is finding particular favor among families with children,” while also singling out Istanbul as another major attraction for tourists.

Following Türkiye in popularity were Spain, Greece, and Egypt, as stated by the association. This shift in holiday destination preferences among Germans towards Türkiye could significantly bolster the tourism sector, potentially leading to increased cultural exchanges and economic benefits for Türkiye.

Such trends not only highlight changing tourist preferences but also underscore the importance of the tourism industry in fostering global connections and understanding.

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