Anato announces that Colombia will break tourism foreign exchange records
07-12-24
In a context of recovery and growth of the tourism sector worldwide, the Colombian Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies (Anato) has projected a historic milestone for Colombia. According to the organization's estimates, the country will close 2023 with record foreign exchange income from tourism, consolidating its position as one of the key sectors in the national economy.
Anato forecasts that foreign exchange generated by tourism in 2023 will exceed US$6.5 billion, an unprecedented figure that reflects the sustained recovery after the pandemic. Paula Cortés Calle, executive president of Anato, highlighted the importance of this achievement by noting that tourism activity has not only resumed the dynamism prior to the health crisis, but has shown steady growth thanks to joint efforts between the public and private sectors.
“Tourism has proven to be a resilient industry. These figures are the result of the committed work of travel agencies, tour operators and the government, which have focused their strategies on promoting Colombia as a diverse and attractive destination,” said Cortés Calle.