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Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Bhutan’s tourism industry has seen an increase in visitors in recent months. According to the Bhutan Tourism Monitor, the country welcomed over 7,000 tourists in the first quarter of 2023, a 25% increase compared to the same period in 2022. The majority of visitors came from neighboring countries such as India and Bangladesh, with a smaller number coming from Europe and North America. The increase in tourism is seen as a positive sign for Bhutan’s economy, which has been heavily impacted by the pandemic.
Source: The Bhutanese, a leading news outlet in Bhutan.
The global tourism industry is showing signs of recovery as more people around the world receive COVID-19 vaccinations. According to the World Tourism Organization, international tourist arrivals increased by 19% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. The increase was driven by a rise in travel to destinations in Asia and the Pacific, as well as Europe. However, the industry still faces challenges, including ongoing travel restrictions and the emergence of new variants of the virus.
Source: BBC News, a leading news organization in the UK.