Key Market Indicators
Bahrain is poised for a significant surge in tourist arrivals, with projections indicating an increase to approximately 14 million visitors by 2028, up from around 12.5 million in 2023. This represents an average annual growth rate of 1.8%. Since the turn of the millennium, Bahraini demand for tourism has been climbing steadily at a rate of 0.7% per year. In terms of tourism receipts, Bahrain is expected to see revenues soar to about $3.6 billion by 2028, a notable rise from the $3.1 billion forecasted for 2023. This growth translates to an average yearly increase of 2.4%. Since 2000, the Bahraini tourism market has expanded at an impressive rate of 4.4% annually.