El Salvador has catapulted itself as a top tourist destination in Central America, showing an impressive 90% growth in international tourist arrivals by 2024, positioning it above other destinations in the region. According to the United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourism), El Salvador now ranks fourth worldwide in post-COVID-19 tourism recovery, surpassed only by destinations such as Qatar, Albania, and Saudi Arabia.
This remarkable growth reflects in its key destinations that attract both tourists and travel professionals:
- San Salvador: The capital is a visitor hub with its rich cultural fusion and modern attractions. La Ruta de las Flores, a picturesque route, offers more than just stunning views. It boasts a vibrant art scene and hosts cultural festivals, promising an immersive experience for every visitor.
- La Ruta de las Flores, a picturesque route, offers more than just stunning views. It boasts a vibrant art scene and hosts cultural festivals, promising an immersive experience for every visitor.
- La Ruta de las Flores, a picturesque route, offers more than just stunning views. It boasts a vibrant art scene and hosts cultural festivals, promising an immersive experience for every visitor.
- Archaeological sites such as Tazumal and Joya de Cerén: These sites offer an immersion into the region’s rich pre-Columbian history.
- El Imposible National Park: El Salvador’s largest national park, famous for its rich biodiversity and ecotourism trails.
El Salvador’s strategy to strengthen its tourism sector includes international promotion and continuous infrastructure improvements to ensure the country is being recognised by all over the world, not only for its beauty and culture but also for its accessibility and hospitality.