According to the latest data from the Statistical Service, Cyprus saw a decline in tourist arrivals in April 2024, with 333,563 international visitors, a 2.7% decrease compared to the same month in 2023, when the island welcomed 342,736 tourists. However, between January and April 2024, the overall tourism flow increased by 1.7%.
Interestingly, the United Kingdom remains the primary source of tourists to Cyprus. In April 2024, British visitors made up 35.3% of all arrivals, with 117,902 people traveling to the island. Israel ranked second with 35,673 visitors, accounting for 10.7% of the total number of tourists. Other notable countries contributing to tourist arrivals included Poland (25,250 tourists, or 7.6%), Germany (22,510 tourists, or 6.7%), and Greece (13,056 tourists, or 3.9%).
As for the reasons behind these visits in April 2024, leisure travel was the most popular purpose, with 82.1% of visitors choosing Cyprus for a holiday. Visiting friends or relatives accounted for 9.4%, while business trips made up 8.3%. In contrast, during the same month in 2023, 79.3% of tourists visited Cyprus for leisure, 14.5% for family or friend visits, and 6% for business purposes.
It’s also worth noting that Cypriots themselves are traveling less frequently. In April 2024, 132,806 local residents left the island, compared to 135,659 in April 2023, reflecting a 2.1% drop. Popular destinations for Cypriot travelers included Greece (35.7% or 47,441 people), the United Kingdom (9.6% or 12,749 people), and Italy (6.0% or 7,907 people). The primary purpose of travel for Cypriots was leisure (61.1%), followed by business trips (22.1%) and education (15.4%).
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Despite the slight decrease in tourist arrivals in April 2024, Cyprus continues to be a top destination for travelers, with the UK, Israel, and several European countries remaining significant contributors to the island’s tourism industry.
