Nicosia: Revenue from tourism for the period January-May 2025 is estimated at £955.8 million compared to £751.2 million in the corresponding period of 2024, recording an impressive increase of 27.2%, according to data published by the Statistical Service on Wednesday. Based on the results of the Passengers Survey, in May revenue from tourism reached £373.3 million, recording an increase of 20.2% as compared to the corresponding month of the previous year (£310.5 million).
According to Cyprus News Agency, the average expenditure per person was £779.08 in May 2025 compared to £736.82 in May 2024, recording an increase of 5.7%. Tourists from the United Kingdom, the largest tourist market with 37.4% of the total tourists in May 2025, spent on average £97.77 per day. Meanwhile, tourists from Israel, the second largest market during the specific month with 9.4% of the total tourists, spent on average £153.11.
Furthermore, tourists from Poland, the third largest market with 7.7%, spent on average £90.28 per day. The data highlights the growth in tourism revenue and expenditure patterns, reflecting the economic impact of tourism on the region.