The number of visitors to Seychelles has surpassed figures for the whole of 2021 during the third quarter of 2022, proof of tourism recovery in the country.
The 182,850th passenger disembarked at the Seychelles International Airport at Pointe Larue on Wednesday, 27th July 2022, topping the 182,849 passengers who travelled to the island last year. The Director-General for Destination Marketing, Mrs Bernadette Willemin, noted that given the difficulties the tourism sector has endured these past two years, she is proud of the great feat that has been achieved.
We are keeping our eyes on making yet another hit in our 2022 arrival numbers,” said Mrs Willemin. Emphasising the importance of remaining competitive as a destination, Mrs Willemin added that the tourism team had been focused on reinforcing its marketing strategies and intensifying its online presence. “As a destination, we strive to remain diligent and maintain a strong presence in all our markets through participation in the various trade and consumer events.
As in previous years, Europe remains the main market source, which accounts for 73.83 per cent of all arrivals. France and Germany are leading the European market, with the former drawing in 24,615 visitors from the start of the year to the end of week 29. Now that the COVID-19 measures have eased and the outdoor mask-wearing mandate has been removed, Seychelles is slowly transitioning back to pre-pandemic life. It is hoped that with this favourable advantage, the country can pick up where it left off two years ago.
Written by: Madhura Katti
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