The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) anticipates that the travel and tourism sector in Central and South America will experience a GDP growth rate of 4.1% in 2026. This projection positions the region’s travel industry to grow more rapidly than the global average during that year.
Central and South America’s travel sector is expected to outperform the overall expansion rates of the global travel and tourism market. The region’s growth trajectory reflects stronger returns compared to worldwide trends forecasted for 2026.
The anticipated growth is attributed primarily to an increase in visitor spending alongside sustained domestic tourism demand. These
factors are considered key drivers behind the sector’s robust economic outlook for the coming year.
