Anguilla Reports Surge in Visitor Arrivals

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Anguilla reported record-breaking arrivals for 2024.

According to new data released by the Anguilla Tourist Board, the Caribbean destination hosted 23,871 visitors this past December, marking a 24.5 percent increase from the 19,178 arrivals recorded during the same month in 2023.

The figure also represents the highest number of December arrivals since 1993.

Officials said March and December were Anguilla’s best-performing months in 2024, while June and October were the island territory's best-performing months over the previous year’s visitor arrivals.

In total, Anguilla welcomed 111,639 visitors last year, up 16.4 percent from 2023. It's also the highest annual figure over the past 32 years.

The United States, specifically the Northeast, continues to drive Anguilla's visitor growth. However, Canada and Latin America are emerging markets that highlight the destination's expanding appeal.

"These impressive figures showcase Anguilla's growing appeal to travelers, confirming our status as a preferred choice in the Caribbean, particularly within the luxury sector," Anguilla's Director of Tourism Stacey Liburd said in a statement.

"This accomplishment is the result of strategic collaborations with our public and private stakeholders, along with regional partners, as well as the Anguilla Tourist Board's (ATB) successful marketing efforts. Furthermore, Anguilla's distinctive charm, pristine beaches, excellent dive sites, exceptional cuisine, and authentic experiences continue to captivate visitors."

"As we near the end of the first quarter of 2025, we are optimistic that this positive trend in visitor arrivals will persist," added Deputy Director Chantelle Richardson. "Our marketing efforts will prioritize enhancing the Anguillian experience by showcasing our vibrant array of cultural events. We remain committed to welcoming travelers from our established markets in the USA, Canada, and the UK, while simultaneously exploring new markets to invite potential visitors to experience Anguilla's unparalleled beauty and hospitality."

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