Morocco’s tourism saw a remarkable rise with nearly 2.7 million arrivals as of February 2025, marking a 24% increase from 2024. February alone registered around 1.4 million arrivals, fueled by both foreign tourists and Moroccans living abroad. The Minister of Tourism underscored the economic benefits of this growth, while Morocco has surpassed its 2024 tourism target, achieving 17.4 million visitors two years earlier than planned.
Morocco has experienced a significant boost in tourism, recording nearly 2.7 million arrivals at its border posts by the end of February, reflecting a 24% increase compared to 2024. This growth equates to an addition of 521,000 visitors, driven predominantly by key source markets, as per the Ministry of Tourism’s data.
The month of February witnessed approximately 1.4 million arrivals, which marks a 22% increase, amounting to 248,000 more visitors than in the same month last year. This positive trend results from both an 18% rise in foreign tourists, highlighting an increase of 119,000 entries, and a 26% growth in the number of Moroccans living abroad, totaling 130,000 entries.
Fatim-Zahra Ammor, Minister of Tourism, emphasized the significance of this increase, stating: “Adding half a million visitors in just two months underlines Morocco’s place among the world’s leading destinations.” She further remarked on the economic benefits, stating, “Every visitor who chooses Morocco plays a direct role in boosting our regions’ economies, creating jobs, and supporting youth inclusion.
Morocco has surpassed its tourism target, achieving 17.4 million visitors by the end of 2024, two years ahead of the anticipated 2026 goal. As tourism emerges as a cornerstone of Morocco’s economy, the Ministry of Tourism and the Moroccan Tourism Office (ONMT) remain committed to enhancing and expanding the sector.
The strategy involves various initiatives, such as partnerships with global travel agencies and airlines, to maintain the momentum of attracting tourists through both organic growth and strategic collaborations.
Morocco’s tourism sector is witnessing substantial growth, with nearly 2.7 million arrivals registered by February 2025, marking a significant increase from prior years. This growth is attributed to both international tourists and Moroccans overseas, reflecting successful tourism strategies. The commitment from the Ministry of Tourism to further enhance the sector through collaborations underscores the importance of tourism to the national economy, with Morocco aiming to continually attract visitors and meet its ambitious targets.
Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com
