Quarterly Tourism Update (Q3, 2024)
- In Q3 of 2024, Georgia recorded 2.4 million international visits, marking a slight 2% rise YoY, primarily attributed to a 15% decrease in same-day trips, while overnight trips increased by 8%.
- In Q3 of 2024, outbound visits declined by 7% YoY, possibly due to rising travel costs, particularly in Türkiye, the top destination for Georgian outbound visitors, where inflation led to a 68% YoY increase in hospitality costs.
- Over two years, 125,000 people attended performances as part of the “Starring Georgia” series, while income generated from ticket sales amounted to GEL 21.4 million, with tourists contributing 16%.