The island of Anguilla, which is located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, has recently seen a surge in visitor arrivals as they announce the highest annual figure over the past 32 years.
The tourism board recently shared the report which stated they welcomed 23,871 visitors in December 2024 which marked a 24.5% increase from the 19,178 arrivals in December 2023.
The amount of tourists seen represents the highest number of December arrivals since 1993.
As for the other months, March was another of Anguilla’s best-performing months which mirrored the strong performance seen in 2019 – pre-Covid.
Anguilla, in the Caribbean, is seeing growing figures
June and October were the best-performing months over the previous year’s visitor arrivals, with the northeastern United States being the island’s top source market.
Other markets were seen to be emerging too including Canada and Latin America with both seeing notable growth.
Anguilla’s Director of Tourism, Stacey Liburd, highlighted in a press release that this milestone strengthens the island’s reputation as a leading travel destination. “These impressive figures showcase Anguilla’s growing appeal to travellers, confirming our status as a preferred choice in the Caribbean, particularly within the luxury sector.
“This accomplishment is the result of strategic collaborations with our public and private stakeholders, along with regional partners, as well as the Anguilla Tourist Board’s (ATB) successful marketing efforts.
“Furthermore, Anguilla’s distinctive charm, pristine beaches, excellent dive sites, exceptional cuisine, and authentic experiences continue to captivate visitors.”
The deputy director, Mrs. Chantelle Richardson, agreed and suggested the trend could continue: “as we near the end of the first quarter of 2025, we are optimistic that this positive trend in visitor arrivals will persist.
“Our marketing efforts will prioritize enhancing the Anguillian experience by showcasing our vibrant array of cultural events. We remain committed to welcoming travellers from our established markets in the USA, Canada, and the UK, while simultaneously exploring new markets to invite potential visitors to experience Anguilla’s unparalleled beauty and hospitality.”
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