Travel Trends - December 2024 Curaçao’s Tourism Statistics

Curaçao’s branding campaign, “Feel It For Yourself,” now in its 6th year, continues to pay dividends with 2024 showing strong growth year-over-year heading into December.  With >600K stayovers through November, the island is poised to set a new travel record  for the year, potentially hitting the 700K milestone. 

The number of Brazilians visiting Curaçao has risen an astounding >70% ytd with near double-digit growth seen across each of the top 5 countries by arrivals.  

Curaçao’s attractiveness continues to grow as evidenced by strong growth in ship and flight travel.  Ytd, the island has seen >20% growth across both channels.  Becoming better known as a vacation destination, the number flying in is catching up to those who have been visiting via cruises for years, 

Travelers have their pick of accommodations with most choosing the all-inclusive path. (Data through Oct ‘24)

The meaningfulness of travel can’t be understated.  In 2023, it was estimated that the economic impact (direct & indirect) of tourism was $1.7bn USD.  Where are people spending their money? After accommodation, shopping accounts for the largest % of wallet at 23% followed by entertainment (20%), activities and transport (15% each) and restaurants and groceries (18%). 

Can you guess from which country travelers spend the most in USD per day when they’re here? (2023 spending data)