GCC Outbound Travel and Tourism Market Report 2025, Industry Trends, Segmentation and Forecast Analysis Till 2033

Outbound Travel and Tourism Market in GCC

Base Year: 2024

Historical Years: 2019-2024

Forecast Years: 2025-2033

Market Size in 2024: USD 70.5 Billion

Market Size in 2033: USD 138.1 Billion

Market Growth Rate (CAGR) 2025-2033: 7.1%

According to IMARC Group's report titled "GCC Outbound Travel and Tourism Market Report and Forecast 2025-2033," the market reached USD 70.5 billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 138.1 billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% during 2025-2033.

GCC Outbound Travel and Tourism Market Trends and Drivers

Factors Driving Market Growth:

• Rising disposable incomes and increasing appetite for international travel among GCC citizens and expatriates.
• Robust economic development in the region, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
• Growth in leisure, business, and medical tourism.
• Expansion of direct flight routes and availability of tailored travel packages for luxury, adventure, and family travel.
• Relaxation of travel restrictions and growing interest in cultural, wellness, and eco-tourism experiences.
• Ease of obtaining travel visas and improved tourism infrastructure in host destinations.

Key Market Trends:

• Personalized and Luxury Travel: High-net-worth individuals seeking bespoke itineraries, private accommodations, and exclusive services.
• Technological Advancements: AI-driven travel platforms and virtual reality previews simplifying planning and offering customized booking experiences.
• Sustainable Tourism: Increased preference for eco-friendly destinations and activities aligned with environmental consciousness.
• Collaborations: Partnerships between GCC-based travel agencies and international operators enhancing service quality and accessibility.

Market Outlook:

• Intensified marketing efforts by tourism boards targeting GCC tourists.
• Evolving preferences for unique and sustainable experiences expected to drive growth in the GCC outbound travel and tourism market in the coming years.

GCC Outbound Travel and Tourism Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Tourism Type Insights:

• Leisure
• Religious
• Cultural Tourism
• Medical Tourism
• Sports and Adventure
• MICE Tourism
• Others

Spending Type Insights:

• Air Tickets
• Hotels
• Insurance
• Others

Age Group Insights:

• Generation Z
• Millennials
• Generation X
• Baby Boomers

Booking Method Insights:

• Online
• Offline

Country Insights:

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Qatar
• Bahrain
• Kuwait
• Oman

Competitive Landscape:

The report offers an in-depth examination of the competitive landscape. It includes a thorough competitive analysis encompassing market structure, key player positioning, leading strategies for success, a competitive dashboard, and a company evaluation quadrant.

Key highlights of the Report:

• Market Performance (2019-2024)
• Market Outlook (2025-2033)
• COVID-19 Impact on the Market
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Strategic Recommendations
• Historical, Current and Future Market Trends
• Market Drivers and Success Factors
• SWOT Analysis
• Structure of the Market
• Value Chain Analysis
• Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

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