The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) projects the travel and tourism sector in Central and South America to expand at a pace exceeding the global average in the year 2026. This outlook reflects expectations that the region will experience notable growth within the coming year.
Factors Behind the Projected Growth
This anticipated increase is attributed primarily to a rise in visitor expenditure, signaling stronger financial engagement from travelers in these destinations. Additionally, the region’s tourism growth is supported by robust domestic demand, indicating that local travelers are contributing significantly to the sector’s expansion.
Collectively, these factors position Central and South America as a leading
area for tourism growth worldwide in 2026 according to the WTTC forecast.
