Consulting firm ForwardKeys class Cancun as “second most visited destination in the world.” First place goes to Dubai.
Tourist numbers in Cancun increased following this recognition, cementing the city’s status as a popular vacation destination for years to come.
The governor of Quintana Roo, Carlos Joaquín González expressed his pride in having a state destination among the most visited internationally.
“It is with great pride that I share this news with you: #Cancun is the 2nd place in the world for international travelers, after Dubai. This achievement belongs to the people of Quintana Roo, let’s continue to take care of ourselves. Let’s go for a prosperous 2022 in the #CaribeMexicano! ”he posted on his Twitter account.
ForwardKeys is a travel consulting company founded in 2010. It looks at the number of boarding passes purchased around the world and maps the popularity of specific locations based on the data it collects.
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As 2022 approaches, the company found that Cancun not only had the most boarding pass purchases for a Mexican location, but also the second most boarding pass purchases internationally.
Cancun obviously deserved this honor, as it is one of the most diverse destinations in the world.
The city is known for being a popular destination for spring break in your twenties, but it’s also a great option for a group vacation with friends or family. This year, the city has also made great strides in welcoming remote workers with open arms.
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Another factor contributing to the city’s tourism boom is its airport, which handled 20 million passengers from January to September this year, compared to 17.7 million passengers in 2019.
This is a 13.7% increase, allowing more travelers to arrive and depart Cancun in a timely manner. The airport overtook Mexico City International Airport to become the country’s main gateway for foreign tourists this year.
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