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Mexico Tourism Industry Statistics

Mexico’s tourism momentum is unmistakable in 2023, from 950,000 hotel rooms and revenue of 30.8 billion USD to international arrivals surging 10.9% to 42.15 million and beach occupancy averaging 72%. If you want to understand why destinations like Cancun top out near full capacity while heritage sites pull millions more, this page connects the hotel pipeline, spending, and visitor flows to Mexico’s 8.5% GDP contribution.
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Mexico Tourism Industry Statistics
Timothy GrantWritten by Timothy Grant·Edited by Kevin O'Brien·Fact-checked by Sarah Mitchell
Last verified Jul 8, 2026
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Mexico’s tourism engine is throwing off big new signals in 2023, from hotel inventory climbing to 950,000 rooms to tourism revenue reaching 30.8 billion USD. Yet the gains are not uniform across destinations, with beach occupancy averaging 72% and Cancun hitting 80% on average and 95% at peak season. Here are the industry statistics behind that contrast, from visitor spend and international arrivals to how employment and sustainability are shifting.

Key Takeaways

  • Mexico's hotel room inventory reached 950,000 rooms in 2023, up 5% from 2022
  • Occupancy rate in beach destinations averaged 72% in 2023
  • Cancun hotel occupancy hit 80% average in 2023, peaking at 95% in peak season
  • Tourism revenue reached 30.8 billion USD in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022
  • International tourism generated 27.4 billion USD in foreign exchange in 2023
  • Tourism contributed 8.5% to Mexico's GDP in 2023, equating to 153 billion USD
  • Cancun has over 500 hotels with 90,000 rooms, attracting 10 million visitors annually
  • Chichen Itza received 2.5 million visitors in 2023
  • Teotihuacan archaeological site saw 3.1 million tourists in 2023
  • In 2023, Mexico welcomed 42.15 million international tourists, marking a 10.9% increase from 2022
  • Mexico ranked as the 7th most visited country globally in 2023 with 85 million total tourists including domestic
  • From January to September 2023, international tourist arrivals reached 36.7 million, up 20.5% year-over-year
  • Mexico tourism employment to reach 5.3 million by 2024, up 8%
  • Sustainable tourism practices adopted by 60% of operators in 2023
  • Digital bookings rose to 75% of total reservations in 2023

Mexico’s tourism surged in 2023 with record arrivals, higher revenue, and strong occupancy across top destinations.

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Hotel And Accommodation Data28 stats

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Mexico's hotel room inventory reached 950,000 rooms in 2023, up 5% from 2022
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Occupancy rate in beach destinations averaged 72% in 2023
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Cancun hotel occupancy hit 80% average in 2023, peaking at 95% in peak season
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There are 25,000 hotels and motels in Mexico with 1 million beds total
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Luxury 5-star hotels number 450 nationwide, with 120,000 rooms
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Average daily rate (ADR) for hotels rose to 180 USD in 2023, up 11%
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RevPAR in Mexico hotels increased 15% to 130 USD in 2023
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Airbnb listings in Mexico exceeded 200,000 properties in 2023
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Timeshare resorts have 150,000 units, hosting 5 million guests yearly
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Eco-hotels certified number 1,200 in 2023
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Mexico City hotel occupancy was 68% in 2023 with 45,000 rooms
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All-inclusive resorts dominate with 60% of beach hotel rooms
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New hotel openings added 25,000 rooms in 2023
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Boutique hotels grew to 2,500 properties in 2023
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Average hotel stay length was 4.2 nights for internationals in 2023
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65% of hotels adopted digital check-in by 2023
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Los Cabos has 18,000 hotel rooms with 85% occupancy in 2023
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Riviera Maya hotel pipeline includes 15,000 new rooms by 2025
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Puerto Vallarta's 25,000 rooms achieved 75% occupancy in 2023
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Glamping sites increased to 500 locations with 10,000 beds in 2023
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Hostel beds total 50,000 across Mexico in 2023, popular with backpackers
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40% of hotel revenue came from international guests in 2023
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Sustainable tourism certifications held by 70% of large hotels in 2023
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Condo-hotels number 300 with 40,000 units in beach areas
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Mazatlan added 3,000 hotel rooms in 2023, boosting capacity 12%
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Huatulco has 12,000 rooms with focus on nature tourism
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Tulum's hotel boom added 5,000 rooms but faced regulations in 2023
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85% of 4-5 star hotels offer spas, serving 8 million guests yearly
Interpretation

Hotel And Accommodation Data Interpretation

In Mexico’s Hotel And Accommodation Data, strong demand is pushing occupancy upward as the average beach-destination rate reached 72% in 2023 and Cancun averaged 80% while ADR climbed to 180 USD, supported by a growing inventory of 950,000 rooms.

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Revenue And Economic Impact30 stats

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Tourism revenue reached 30.8 billion USD in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022
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International tourism generated 27.4 billion USD in foreign exchange in 2023
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Tourism contributed 8.5% to Mexico's GDP in 2023, equating to 153 billion USD
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In 2023, average spend per international tourist was 732 USD, up 12% from 2022
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Lodging revenue from international tourists hit 12.5 billion USD in 2023
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Food and beverage sector earned 7.2 billion USD from tourists in 2023
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Transportation revenue from tourism reached 5.8 billion USD in 2023
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Shopping and souvenirs generated 4.1 billion USD in tourist spending 2023
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In Q1 2024, tourism revenue was 8.2 billion USD, up 15% YoY
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Tourism's share of total exports was 3.2% in 2023 at 27 billion USD
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Cancun's tourism revenue was 10.3 billion USD in 2023
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Los Cabos generated 4.8 billion USD from tourism in 2023
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Mexico City tourism revenue reached 3.9 billion USD in 2023
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Riviera Maya contributed 9.5 billion USD to national tourism revenue in 2023
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Domestic tourism spending totaled 12.4 billion USD in 2023
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Tax revenue from tourism was 4.2 billion USD in 2023
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Tourism multiplier effect contributed an additional 45 billion USD to economy in 2023
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In 2023, 55% of tourist spending was on accommodations, totaling 16.9 billion USD
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Entertainment and recreation earned 3.7 billion USD from tourists in 2023
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Health and wellness tourism generated 1.8 billion USD in 2023
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Ecotourism revenue grew to 2.3 billion USD in 2023, up 18%
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Wedding tourism brought in 1.2 billion USD in 2023 with 25,000 destination weddings
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Business tourism revenue was 4.5 billion USD in 2023
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In 2023, tourism investments totaled 25 billion USD
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FDI in tourism reached 3.1 billion USD in 2023, mainly in Quintana Roo
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Tourism supported 4.9 million jobs in 2023, 10.3% of total employment
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Per capita tourist spending was 1,450 MXN daily in 2023
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Riviera Nayarit revenue from tourism was 2.7 billion USD in 2023
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Puerto Vallarta generated 2.4 billion USD in tourism revenue 2023
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Tourism direct GDP contribution was 7.1% or 127 billion USD in 2023
Interpretation

Revenue And Economic Impact Interpretation

In 2023, Mexico’s tourism revenue rose to 30.8 billion USD, up 20% from 2022, showing strong economic momentum for the sector as tourism generated 8.5% of GDP and 27.4 billion USD in foreign exchange.

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Top Destinations And Attractions30 stats

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Cancun has over 500 hotels with 90,000 rooms, attracting 10 million visitors annually
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Chichen Itza received 2.5 million visitors in 2023
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Teotihuacan archaeological site saw 3.1 million tourists in 2023
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Riviera Maya welcomed 18.2 million tourists in 2023
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Los Cabos had 3.8 million visitors in 2023, with 80% international
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Mexico City museums attracted 12 million visitors in 2023
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Tulum ruins visited by 1.9 million tourists in 2023
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Copper Canyon (Barrancas del Cobre) received 450,000 adventure tourists in 2023
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Guadalajara's tequila trail drew 2.2 million visitors in 2023
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Oaxaca's Day of the Dead festival attracted 350,000 tourists in 2023
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Puerto Vallarta beaches hosted 4.5 million sun-seekers in 2023
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Isla Mujeres ferry passengers totaled 2.8 million in 2023
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Palenque archaeological site had 800,000 visitors in 2023
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Huatulco bays received 1.2 million tourists in 2023
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Merida, Yucatan's colonial city, saw 1.5 million cultural tourists in 2023
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Cozumel dive sites attracted 1.1 million divers in 2023
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San Miguel de Allende UNESCO site hosted 1.8 million visitors in 2023
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Mazatlan's malecón promenade had 3 million walkers in 2023
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Guanajuato's historic center drew 2.4 million tourists for festivals in 2023
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Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo beaches welcomed 1.4 million in 2023
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Queretaro wine route visited by 900,000 tourists in 2023
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Playa del Carmen had 8.5 million overnight stays in 2023
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Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary in Michoacan received 250,000 visitors in 2023
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Taxco silver town attracted 600,000 tourists in 2023
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Isla Holbox eco-resort saw 700,000 visitors in 2023
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Puebla historic center hosted 2.1 million in 2023
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Valle de Guadalupe wine region drew 1.3 million wine tourists in 2023
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Tlaquepaque artisan district in Guadalajara had 1.6 million visitors 2023
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Bacalar Lagoon 'Maldives of Mexico' received 500,000 in 2023
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Sumidero Canyon boat tours carried 850,000 tourists in 2023
Interpretation

Top Destinations And Attractions Interpretation

Mexico’s top destinations are drawing major crowds at scale, with Riviera Maya welcoming 18.2 million tourists in 2023 and Mexico City’s museums pulling in 12 million, underscoring that the biggest attractions are anchoring high annual visitation.

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Tourist Arrivals And Visitor Statistics30 stats

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In 2023, Mexico welcomed 42.15 million international tourists, marking a 10.9% increase from 2022
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Mexico ranked as the 7th most visited country globally in 2023 with 85 million total tourists including domestic
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From January to September 2023, international tourist arrivals reached 36.7 million, up 20.5% year-over-year
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In 2022, the United States accounted for 18.85 million visitors to Mexico, representing 56.2% of total international arrivals
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Canada contributed 3.43 million tourists to Mexico in 2023, a 12% rise from the previous year
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In the first half of 2024, Mexico saw 24.2 million international tourists, surpassing pre-pandemic levels by 4%
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Air arrivals from the US to Mexico increased by 14.5% in 2023, totaling 17.9 million passengers
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Mexico City International Airport handled 50.5 million passengers in 2023, with 40% being international tourists
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Cancun International Airport received 33.2 million passengers in 2023, a record high driven by tourism
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In 2019, Mexico had 45 million international tourists, dropping to 24.3 million in 2020 due to COVID-19
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European tourists to Mexico grew by 25% in 2023, reaching 4.1 million visitors
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South American arrivals to Mexico rose 18% in 2023 to 1.2 million tourists
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In Q1 2024, Mexico recorded 10.8 million international tourists, up 11.2% from Q1 2023
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Beach destinations received 70% of international tourists in 2023, totaling 29.5 million visitors
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Cultural city breaks accounted for 15% of arrivals in 2023 with 6.3 million tourists
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Adventure tourism visitors grew 22% in 2023 to 3.2 million
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In 2023, 78% of international tourists arrived by air, 20% by land, and 2% by sea
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Average length of stay for international tourists was 7.2 days in 2023
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Repeat visitors made up 42% of international arrivals in 2023
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Female international tourists comprised 52% of arrivals in 2023
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Millennials (25-40 years) represented 38% of international tourists to Mexico in 2023
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Family travelers accounted for 45% of US tourists to Mexico in 2023
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In 2023, 65% of international tourists used online booking platforms for Mexico trips
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Border crossings from US to Mexico reached 200 million in 2023, many for day trips
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Cruise passenger arrivals hit 4.5 million in 2023, up 30% from 2022
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Quintana Roo state received 22.8 million tourists in 2023
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Mexico's tourism recovery reached 94% of 2019 levels by end of 2023
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In 2023, 28% of tourists came for leisure, 25% for visiting friends/relatives
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Luxury tourists grew 15% to 2.1 million in 2023
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Digital nomads visas issued to 1,500 foreigners for Mexico in 2023
Interpretation

Tourist Arrivals And Visitor Statistics Interpretation

Under the Tourist Arrivals And Visitor Statistics lens, Mexico’s international tourist arrivals surged to 42.15 million in 2023, a 10.9% jump from 2022, and the first half of 2024 added 24.2 million visitors while still running about 4% above pre pandemic levels.
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Mexico tourism in 2023: demand, recovery, and hotel performance

Mexico’s tourism rebound is reflected in higher international arrivals and recovery levels, alongside strong occupancy in key destinations.

Mexico's tourism recovery reached 94% of 2019 levels by end of 202394%
Cancun hotel occupancy hit 80% average in 2023, peaking at 95% in peak season
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Occupancy rate in beach destinations averaged 72% in 2023
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In 2023, Mexico welcomed 42.15 million international tourists, marking a 10.9% increase from 2022
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