Travel & Tourism - Asia | Statista Market Forecast

It is estimated that the revenue in the Travel & Tourism market of Asia will reach US$292.20bn by 2024.
Moreover, it is expected to grow annually at a rate of 4.47% between 2024 and 2029, resulting in a market volume projection of US$363.60bn by 2029.
Among all the markets, Hotels is expected to be the largest with a market volume projection of US$150.10bn by 2024.
Furthermore, the number of users in the Hotels market is expected to reach 948.80m users by 2029, while the user penetration is projected to increase from 19.3% in 2024 to 27.3% in 2029.
The projected average revenue per user (ARPU) is expected to be US$332.70.
It is estimated that 75% of the total revenue in the Travel & Tourism market will be generated through online sales by 2029.
Finally, it is noteworthy that United States is projected to generate the highest revenue (US$214bn in 2024) in the Travel & Tourism market globally.
In Japan, there has been a growing trend of "slow travel" where tourists are seeking authentic cultural experiences and staying longer in one destination.

Definition:

The Travel & Tourism market encompasses a diverse range of accommodation services catering to the needs and preferences of travelers. This dynamic market includes package holidays, hotel accommodations, private vacation rentals, camping experiences, and cruises.

Structure:

The market consists of five further markets.

The Cruises market covers multi-day vacation trips on a cruise ship. The Cruises market encompasses exclusively passenger ticket revenues.
The Vacation Rentals market comprises of private accommodation bookings which includes private holiday homes and houses as well as short-term rental of private rooms or flats.
The Hotels market includes stays in hotels and professionally run guest houses.
The Package Holidays market comprises of travel deals that normally contain travel and accommodation sold for one price, although optional further provisions can be included such as catering and tourist services.
The Camping market includes bookings at camping sites for pitches using tents, campervans, or trailers. These can be associated with big chains or privately managed campsites.

Additional Information:

The main performance indicators of the Travel & Tourism market are revenues, average revenue per user (ARPU), users and user penetration rates. Additionally, online and offline sales channel shares display the distribution of online and offline bookings. The ARPU refers to the average revenue one user generates per year while the revenue represents the total booking volume. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include exclusively B2C revenues and users for the above-mentioned markets. Users represent the aggregated number of guests. Each user is only counted once per year. Additional definitions for each market can be found within the respective market pages.

The booking volume includes all booked travels made by users from the selected region, independent of the departure and arrival. The scope includes domestic and outbound travel.

Prominent players in this sector include online travel agencies (OTAs) like Expedia and Opodo, as well as tour operators such as TUI. Specialized platforms like Hotels.com, Booking.com, and Airbnb facilitate the online booking of hotels and private accommodations, contributing significantly to the market's vibrancy.

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Bookings directly via the website of the service provider, travel agencies, online travel agencies (OTAs) or telephone

Business trips
Other forms of trips (e.g. excursions, etc.)

The Travel & Tourism market in Asia continues to experience significant growth and development, driven by a variety of factors ranging from changing customer preferences to local special circumstances and underlying macroeconomic factors.

Customer preferences: Travelers in Asia are increasingly seeking unique and authentic experiences, leading to a rise in demand for personalized and experiential travel options. From cultural tours to eco-friendly adventures, customers are looking for ways to immerse themselves in the local culture and environment.

Trends in the market: In Japan, there has been a noticeable trend towards rural tourism, with more travelers exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations to escape the crowds and experience the tranquility of the countryside. This shift is driven by a desire for authenticity and a break from the fast-paced city life.

Local special circumstances: South Korea has seen a surge in medical tourism, with visitors flocking to the country for high-quality healthcare services combined with the opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage. The country's advanced medical facilities and skilled professionals have positioned it as a top destination for medical travelers in Asia.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: In China, the growing middle class and increasing disposable income levels have fueled the demand for luxury travel experiences. This has led to a rise in high-end hotels, fine dining establishments, and exclusive tour packages tailored to affluent Chinese travelers looking for premium services and amenities.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on bookings, revenues, and sales channels of hotels, vacation rentals, cruises, package holidays, and camping.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use financial reports, the Global Consumer Survey, third-party studies and reports, data from industry associations (e.g., UNWTO), and price data of major players in respective markets. To estimate the number of users and bookings, we furthermore use data from the Statista Consumer Insigths Global survey. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as country-related GDP, demographic data (e.g., population), tourism spending, consumer spending, internet penetration, and device penetration. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, ARIMA, which allows time series forecasts, accounting for stationarity of data and enabling short-term estimates. Additionally, simple linear regression, Holt-Winters forecast, and exponential trend smoothing methods are applied. A k-means cluster analysis allows for the estimation of similar countries. The main drivers are tourism GDP per capita and respective price indices.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change.

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Business or corporate travel is the tourism segment that focuses on people who travel for work or professional purposes and the related tourism services. This branch also includes the meetings industry, which refers to business events, conferences, congresses, trade fairs, and exhibitions. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), business travel accounted for 20 percent of the global tourism expenditure in 2021. In that year, it was estimated that business travelers spent more than 740 billion U.S. dollars worldwide, with Chinese tourists topping the ranking of the biggest business travel spenders.