Summary:
Tourist activity in Portugal up 4.1% until November.
Overnight stays increased by 14% in November.
British tourists lead with 14.7% of total foreign visitors.
Significant growth in regions like Center (+24.6%) and Setúbal Peninsula (+19.3%).
Resident stays surged by 22.2%, while non-resident stays grew 4.6%.
Growing Tourist Activity in Portugal
Tourist activity in Portugal is witnessing remarkable growth, with overnight stays increasing by 4.1% until November. The rise is split between residents (2.5%) and non-residents (4.8%), as reported by the National Statistics Institute (INE).
In November, the tourist accommodation sector recorded 2.2 million guests and 5 million overnight stays, marking a significant increase of 14% and 9.8% respectively. This growth was particularly pronounced in various regions, including:
- Center: +24.6%
- Setúbal Peninsula: +19.3%
- North: +18.3%
- Azores: +16.4%
Resident vs. Non-Resident Stays
The increase in overnight stays by residents was substantial at 22.2%, totaling 1.7 million stays. In contrast, non-resident stays saw a more modest growth of 4.6%, reaching 3.4 million.
Top Foreign Markets
In terms of foreign markets, British tourists remain the largest group, accounting for 14.7% of the total, with a growth of 0.3% in November. Following them are:
- Germany: 12.5% (+2.1%)
- Poland: notable increase of 15.9%
- Canada: 12.4%
- Netherlands: 11.9%
This data illustrates the ongoing appeal of Portugal as a tourist destination, particularly among British travelers, solidifying their position as the main foreign market.
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