Bahrain welcomes over 12.4 million tourists in 2023, sees 2.4 million visitor increase

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The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Kingdom of Bahrain has witnessed a remarkable surge in tourist arrivals in 2023, with over 12.4 million visitors entering the country, according to statistics released by the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA).

This represents a significant increase of over 2.4 million compared to 2022, highlighting the steady growth of the tourism sector.

The impressive figures come as Bahrain continues to prioritise tourism development, aiming to solidify its position on the regional and global tourism map through various programs and events held throughout the year.

The statistics indicate a rise in tourist arrivals through King Fahd Causeway, Bahrain International Airport, and the seaport, demonstrating the sector’s robust performance.

Substantial increase

In 2022, the total number of tourist arrivals across all entry points reached 9,948,632, while in 2023, the figure jumped to 12,406,810, showcasing a substantial increase.

December 2023 emerged as the peak month for tourist arrivals, welcoming a total of 1,219,739 visitors.

King Fahd Causeway proved to be the most popular entry point, receiving 1,060,274 tourists, followed by Bahrain International Airport with 120,982 and the seaport with 38,483.

On the other hand, February 2023 recorded the lowest number of tourist arrivals throughout the year, with a total of 922,790 visitors.

Of these, 840,056 arrived via King Fahd Causeway, 81,516 through Bahrain International Airport, and 1,218 through the seaport.

Highest number

Similarly, in 2022, December witnessed the highest number of tourist arrivals with 1,111,956 visitors, with 990,243 arriving through King Fahd Causeway, 106,935 through Bahrain International Airport, and 14,778 through the seaport.

February, however, saw the lowest number of arrivals with 390,916, including 343,758 via King Fahd Causeway, 46,147 via Bahrain International Airport, and 1,011 via the seaport.

The continuous growth in tourist arrivals underscores Bahrain’s success in attracting visitors from various regions.

The country’s diverse offerings, including cultural attractions, historical sites, family-friendly activities, and worldclass events, have contributed to its increasing popularity as a tourist destination.