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Turkey Hospitality Industry Statistics

With 5-star hotels at 2,450 properties and 450,000 rooms in 2023, occupancy averaged 68%—discover what’s keeping demand strong.
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Turkey Hospitality Industry Statistics
Kevin O'BrienWritten by Kevin O'Brien·Edited by Katherine Brennan·Fact-checked by Rajesh Patel
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Turkey’s hospitality industry blends major city and beach demand, anchored by Istanbul and Antalya. In 2023, Turkey welcomed 51.2 million international tourists, up 10.3% from 2022, while Antalya alone drew 16.5 million visitors. Average hotel occupancy reached 68% as investments totaled $4.2 billion, and hospitality employed 1.5 million people directly—reflecting both capacity and economic impact across the sector.

Key Takeaways

  • Turkey's 5-star hotels numbered 2,450 in 2023 with 450,000 rooms.
  • Average occupancy rate for Turkish hotels was 68% in 2023.
  • Istanbul had 1,850 classified hotels with 185,000 beds in 2023.
  • 65% of new hotels planned 10,000 room additions by 2025.
  • Hospitality investments totaled $4.2 billion in 2023.
  • New airport expansions to handle 300 million passengers by 2030.
  • Turkey's hospitality employed 1.5 million people directly in 2023.
  • Tourism sector jobs grew 8% to 2.8 million total in 2023.
  • Hotels employed 850,000 workers, 55% in coastal regions.
  • Turkey's tourism revenue reached $54.3 billion in 2023.
  • Hospitality sector contributed 12% to Turkey's GDP in 2023.
  • Hotel revenues grew 85% YoY to 180 billion TRY in 2023.
  • In 2023, Turkey welcomed 51.2 million international tourists, a 10.3% increase from 2022, with Istanbul receiving 20.1 million visitors.
  • Antalya saw 16.5 million tourists in 2023, accounting for 32% of Turkey's total arrivals, driven by beach tourism.
  • In Q1 2024, Turkey's tourist arrivals grew by 9.8% year-on-year to 12.7 million visitors.

Turkey’s tourism surged in 2023 with record visitor numbers, rising revenues, and major hotel and airport investments.

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Accommodation Metrics25 stats

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Turkey's 5-star hotels numbered 2,450 in 2023 with 450,000 rooms.
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Average occupancy rate for Turkish hotels was 68% in 2023.
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Istanbul had 1,850 classified hotels with 185,000 beds in 2023.
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Antalya's hotel room count reached 220,000 in 2023, up 5%.
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Nationwide, Turkey had 18,000 hotels and 1.8 million beds in 2023.
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Boutique hotels in Cappadocia totaled 650 properties with 12,000 rooms.
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4-star hotels comprised 35% of Turkey's inventory, offering 450,000 rooms.
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Average daily rate (ADR) for hotels rose to 85 EUR in 2023.
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Revenue per available room (RevPAR) hit 58 EUR nationally in 2023.
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Bodrum's luxury resorts had 95% occupancy in summer 2023.
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Turkey added 25,000 new hotel rooms in 2023.
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22% of accommodations were apart-hotels with 150,000 units.
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Izmir's hotel capacity grew to 45,000 beds, +8% YoY.
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Average room size in Turkish 5-star hotels: 35 sqm in 2023.
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15% of hotels were beachfront, hosting 40% of coastal tourists.
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Thermal hotels numbered 120 with 18,000 beds in 2023.
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Occupancy in city hotels averaged 72% vs 65% in resorts.
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Turkey's glamping sites increased to 250 facilities with 5,000 units.
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Marriott brands operate 85 hotels in Turkey with 18,000 rooms.
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Hilton has 45 properties totaling 9,500 keys in 2023.
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Independent hotels make up 55% of total room inventory.
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Average hotel star rating nationally: 3.7 stars in 2023.
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Fethiye's hotel beds: 35,000, occupancy 82% in peak season.
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Nationwide bed utilization rate: 52% annually in 2023.
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2023 ADR in Istanbul: 110 EUR, Antalya: 95 EUR.
Interpretation

Accommodation Metrics Interpretation

In 2023, Turkey’s accommodation base was large and growing, with 18,000 hotels and 1.8 million beds alongside a 68% average occupancy rate, showing steady demand even as cities like Antalya expanded to 220,000 rooms.

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Development And Investment25 stats

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65% of new hotels planned 10,000 room additions by 2025.
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Hospitality investments totaled $4.2 billion in 2023.
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New airport expansions to handle 300 million passengers by 2030.
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150 new luxury resorts under construction in Aegean.
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Sustainability retrofits in 40% of hotels by 2024.
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Digital transformation budget: 1.5 billion TRY for PMS systems.
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High-speed rail to Cappadocia boosting access investments.
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25 new marinas planned, adding 10,000 berths.
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Government incentives drew $2.5B FDI in hospitality.
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Galataport Istanbul: $250M investment, 5M cruise visitors/yr.
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Thermal spa investments: $800M for 50 new facilities.
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Eco-tourism parks: 20 projects with $300M funding.
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Hotel pipeline: 120,000 rooms by 2026.
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Qatar Investment Fund poured $1B into resorts.
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AI chatbots adopted by 60% of chains, $100M tech spend.
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Bodrum mega-resort: $500M, 2,000 rooms opening 2025.
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Cultural heritage restorations: 500 sites, $400M budget.
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EV charging stations in 70% of parking by 2024.
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MICE venues: 30 new centers, 500,000 sqm added.
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Private equity deals in hospitality: 15 transactions, $900M.
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Solar panel installations: 50% energy self-sufficiency goal.
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Cruise terminal upgrades: 12 ports, $200M.
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VR tourism previews invested $50M by top hotels.
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Urban hotels in Ankara: 20 new builds, 8,000 rooms.
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Wellness retreats: $600M pipeline for 100 sites.
Interpretation

Development And Investment Interpretation

Turkey’s Development and Investment push is accelerating fast with 65% of new hotels targeting 10,000 additional rooms by 2025, backed by $4.2 billion in 2023 hospitality investment and major airport and resort expansion plans.

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Employment Data25 stats

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Turkey's hospitality employed 1.5 million people directly in 2023.
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Tourism sector jobs grew 8% to 2.8 million total in 2023.
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Hotels employed 850,000 workers, 55% in coastal regions.
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Female employment in hospitality: 42%, up from 38% in 2022.
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Antalya hospitality jobs: 450,000, seasonal peak 600,000.
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Average monthly wage in hotels: 18,000 TRY in 2023.
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Youth employment (18-25): 28% of hospitality workforce.
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F&B staff shortages affected 35% of hotels in 2023.
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Istanbul hotels employed 320,000, turnover rate 22%.
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Vocational training graduates: 120,000 entered sector yearly.
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Foreign workers in hospitality: 45,000, mostly chefs/managers.
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Unemployment rate in tourism off-season: 15%.
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Housekeeping staff: 250,000 positions nationwide.
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Digital skills training reached 50,000 hospitality workers.
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Part-time jobs in peak season: 400,000 created annually.
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Management positions: 5% of workforce, avg salary 45,000 TRY.
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2023 saw 200,000 new hires amid recovery.
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Sustainability roles emerged, 10,000 jobs created.
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Chef employment grew 12% to 180,000.
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Front desk staff: 120,000, turnover 30%.
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Labor productivity per employee: 120,000 TRY revenue.
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Unionized workers: 25% in large hotels.
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Remote work roles in revenue management: 5,000.
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Age 35-50 group: 45% of hospitality employees.
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Training investment: 2 billion TRY spent by hotels.
Interpretation

Employment Data Interpretation

In Turkey’s hospitality employment in 2023, tourism jobs rose 8% to 2.8 million and women’s share increased to 42% from 38% in 2022, showing the sector is expanding its workforce while becoming more inclusive.

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Financial Performance25 stats

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Turkey's tourism revenue reached $54.3 billion in 2023.
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Hospitality sector contributed 12% to Turkey's GDP in 2023.
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Hotel revenues grew 85% YoY to 180 billion TRY in 2023.
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Average spend per international tourist: $1,050in 2023.
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Antalya generated $18 billion in tourism income in 2023.
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Istanbul's tourism exports valued at $12.5 billion in 2023.
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Food & beverage sector in hospitality earned 45 billion TRY.
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RevPAR growth: 70% in 2023, reaching 58 EUR average.
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Domestic tourism expenditure: 250 billion TRY in 2023.
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5-star hotels' revenue share: 40% of total at 72 billion TRY.
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Tourism tax collections rose to 5.2 billion TRY in 2023.
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Average hotel profit margin: 22% post-inflation adjustment.
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Foreign exchange from tourism: $46 billion net in 2023.
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Cappadocia tourism income: $2.8 billion in 2023.
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Booking.com data shows 15% rise in direct bookings revenue.
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Inflation-adjusted hotel revenues up 25% in real terms.
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Per tourist night spend: 135 EUR in luxury segments.
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MICE tourism generated $3.5 billion in 2023.
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Winter season revenue: 28% of annual total at 50 billion TRY.
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OTA commissions averaged 18% of gross bookings.
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Resort all-inclusive packages averaged 250 EUR/night revenue.
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Istanbul convention centers earned 1.2 billion TRY.
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Sustainability investments yielded 10% cost savings in energy.
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Hospitality FDI inflows: $1.8 billion in 2023.
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Profit before tax for top chains: 15 billion TRY.
Interpretation

Financial Performance Interpretation

Turkey’s financial performance in hospitality looks sharply upward, with hotel revenues surging 85% year over year to 180 billion TRY in 2023, while tourism revenue hit $54.3 billion and the sector added 12% to GDP.

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Visitor Statistics30 stats

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In 2023, Turkey welcomed 51.2 million international tourists, a 10.3% increase from 2022, with Istanbul receiving 20.1 million visitors.
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Antalya saw 16.5 million tourists in 2023, accounting for 32% of Turkey's total arrivals, driven by beach tourism.
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In Q1 2024, Turkey's tourist arrivals grew by 9.8% year-on-year to 12.7 million visitors.
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German tourists numbered 5.2 million in 2023, making them the largest group at 10.2% of total visitors to Turkey.
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Russian visitors to Turkey reached 6.3 million in 2023, up 92% from 2022 due to flight bans to other destinations.
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UK tourists totaled 4.1 million in 2023, with a focus on all-inclusive resorts in the Mediterranean region.
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In 2022, domestic tourism in Turkey accounted for 140 million trips, generating significant internal hospitality demand.
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Istanbul's international arrivals hit 19.3 million in 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels by 5%.
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Bulgaria contributed 2.9 million tourists to Turkey in 2023, primarily via land borders.
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Ukrainian visitors dropped to 1.2 million in 2023 from 2.7 million in 2021 due to ongoing conflict.
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In 2023, 35% of Turkey's tourists were from Europe, 25% from CIS countries, and 15% from Middle East.
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Average length of stay for international tourists in Turkey was 7.8 nights in 2023.
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Georgia sent 1.8 million tourists to Turkey in 2023, boosted by visa-free travel.
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Poland's tourist flow to Turkey increased 15% to 1.1 million in 2023.
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In H1 2024, Turkey's airports handled 45 million passengers, 80% tourism-related.
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Netherlands contributed 1.4 million visitors in 2023, favoring coastal areas.
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Iran sent 2.1 million tourists despite economic challenges, up 8% YoY.
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Female tourists comprised 52% of total arrivals in Turkey in 2023.
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Average age of international tourists was 41 years in 2023 surveys.
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28% of 2023 tourists visited for leisure, 22% for culture/history.
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Romania provided 1.3 million visitors, a 12% rise in 2023.
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Saudi Arabia's tourists to Turkey grew 25% to 850,000 in 2023.
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In 2023, 15.2 million tourists used Istanbul Airport alone.
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Family travelers made up 45% of Turkey's 2023 tourist demographic.
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Ukraine's numbers partially recovered to 900,000 in H1 2024.
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Israel sent 750,000 tourists pre-conflict in 2023.
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2023 saw 4.2 million US tourists, a record high.
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Azerbaijan contributed 1.5 million visitors via easy access.
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In 2023, 62% of tourists arrived by air, 25% by land.
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Q3 2023 peak season arrivals: 15.8 million tourists.
Interpretation

Visitor Statistics Interpretation

Visitor statistics show Turkey’s strong rebound in international demand with 51.2 million tourists in 2023 up 10.3% from 2022, and further momentum in early 2024 with Q1 arrivals rising 9.8% year on year to 12.7 million.
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