In the first quarter of 2025, Cyprus saw a notable uptick in tourist arrivals, increasing by 7.5% compared to the previous year. March, however, brought a slight reduction of 0.8% in visitors, as per CyStat data. Despite this small decline, local tourism still shows resilience in a global travel resurgence.
A Closer Look At March Arrivals
March 2025 witnessed 200,736 tourist arrivals, slightly down from 202,256 in March 2024. This decrease aligns with seasonal shifts and evolving travel patterns. The United Kingdom led as the top source of tourists at 30.7%, followed by Israel, Poland, Germany, and Greece.
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Purpose Of Visit: A Changing Narrative
Most visitors (69.4%) arrived in Cyprus for holiday pleasures, with others visiting friends (15.7%) or conducting business (14.7%). Compared to last year’s data, travel for leisure saw a slight decline, from 76.0% in March 2024.
Cypriot Residents Traveling Abroad
The locals too are increasingly traveling abroad; March saw a 13.9% rise in such trips compared to last year. Popular destinations include Greece, the UK, and Italy.
