1、Amadeus.Its how travel works better.3Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesBuilding on the success of the first report launched as a collaborative effort between Amadeus and UN Tourism,this second version o

2、f the report aims to provide policy makers and industry players with updated insights for the period May-August 2024 regarding relevant trends happening in the Americas region.The insights contained in this report are tailored to highlight the travel trends of the Americas and its subregions,as per

3、the UN Tourism definition.The datasets provide comprehensive forward-looking insights on traveler demand,market trends,aviation and hospitality indicators and other factors that influence the tourism industry.The power of forward-looking insights enables stakeholders to monitor trends and stay ahead

4、 of the game in the changes happening in the market.The aim of this report is to provide National Tourism Administration and Organizations(NTAs/NTOs),Destination Management Organizations(DMOs)and private sector in the region with insights that enable them to build strategic plans and make informed d

5、ecisions to enable the overall growth of tourism in their respective areas.As in the inaugural version of the report,we start with a global overview of travel trends and then provide a spotlight on the Americas.The insights then provide a detailed overview of what is happening in each of the four Am

6、ericas subregions including North America,Central America,South America,and the Caribbean.In each subregion,the report also highlights trends related to high volume origin regions,enabling strategic decision making on how to capture the interest of travelers already considering a destination in the

7、Americas or a particular subregion.For each section,we provide an overview of traveler trends including search activity,destinations of interest,top booked markets,air travel capacity and forecast as well as hotel occupancy performance and booking lead times at each stage of the travel planning jour

8、ney.The report includes insights as of February 28,2024 from the following data sets:Amadeus Air Search Analytics,Amadeus Air Booking Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Air Traffic Forecast,and Amadeus Demand360+It is also noteworthy that the insights in this updated report provide a refin

9、ed perspective of the data sets as we compare worldwide forward-looking performance insights for May 2024 through August 2024 in comparison to May 2023 through August 2023,as of February 28 for each respective year.This provides a greater level of context in relation to performance year over year,en

10、abling industry stakeholders to better understand pacing in comparison to the prior period and enable them to track performance with a closer alignment of forward-looking and historical performance.UN TourismAbout This ReportIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology a

11、nd Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.51277549Methodology and Data SourcesSubregion Overview:Central AmericaSubregion Overview:CaribbeanCentral America SpotlightCentral America:An OverviewFocus North American Source MarketFocus European Source M

12、arketCaribbean SpotlightCaribbean:An OverviewFocus North American Source MarketFocus European Source MarketTable of ContentsSubregion Overview:North AmericaSubregion Overview:South AmericaNorth America SpotlightNorth America:An OverviewFocus European Source MarketFocus South American Source MarketAs

13、ia to North America:An OverviewNorth America to North America:An OverviewSouth America SpotlightSouth America:An OverviewFocus North American Source MarketFocus European Source Market1910107Global OverviewRegional Overview:The Americas13IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanM

14、ethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.7Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics-Data as of December 18th,2023Global OverviewAmadeus.Its how travel works better.9Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth Ame

15、ricaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:UN Tourism,Data as of January 2024.UN Tourism World BarometerAn estimated 1286 million international tourists(overnight visitors)were recorded around the world in 2023,an increase of 34%over 2022.International tourism recovered 88%o

16、f pre-pandemic levels,supported by strong pent-up demand,especially during the first half of the year.The Middle East was the only region to exceed pre-pandemic levels in 2023,with international arrivals growing 22%above 2019 values.Europe,the worlds largest destination region recovered 94%of pre-pa

17、ndemic arrivals in 2023 largely due to robust intra-regional demand.Africa recovered 96%of pre-crisis visitors and the Americas 90%.Arrivals in Asia and the Pacific reached 65%of pre-pandemic levels.In the Americas,two subregions,the Caribbean(+1%)and Central America(+5%)performed above 2019.Interna

18、tional TourismWorld:International Tourist ArrivalsInternational Tourist Arrivals000200005060708095122232005-2023(millions)Percentage of 2019 levels recovered 2023*Global econ.crisis(2009)COVID-19(2020)-36 million(-4%)Arrivals:-1.1 billion(-72%)4

19、58407122%Middle East4%96%Africa6%94%Europe10%90%Americas12%88%World35%65%Asia PacificPendingRecoveredSource:UN Tourism,January 2024Source:Amadeus Air Searches Analytics,Air Bookings Analytics,Air Schedule Analytics,Air Traffic Analytics as of February 28,2024Source:UN Tourism World Tourism Barometer

20、,January 2024.GlobalGlobal Recovery as seen in Amadeus Data InsightsKey Travel Indicators May-August 2024,data as of February 28,2024 shows percentage of achievement as of the same date in 2023Searches2023 Avg.2023 Avg.2023 Avg.2023 Avg.2023 Avg.Searches2023 Avg.Booking WindowSearchesSearchesSearche

21、sSearchesGDS Bookings2024 Avg.2024 Avg.2024 Avg.2024 Avg.2024 Avg.GDS Bookings2024 Avg.GDS BookingsGDS BookingsGDS BookingsGDS BookingsAir CapacityDifference in NightsDifference in NightsDifference in NightsDifference in NightsDifference in NightsBooking WindowBooking WindowBooking WindowBooking Win

22、dowBooking WindowAir CapacityDifference in NightsAir CapacityAir CapacityAir CapacityAir CapacityAir TrafficAir TrafficAir TrafficAir TrafficAir TrafficAir Traffic132%16.6108%16.423.921.312.817.599%109%119%105%Destination:AmericasDestination:EuropeDestination:Middle EastDestination:Asia and PacificD

23、estination:Africa114%15.625.528.013.015.3127%133%167%129%109%-0.91.66.70.2-2.2108%105%117%109%104%102%99%108%9%135%15.6111%-0.9104%Amadeus.Its how travel works better.11Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data Source

24、sData Source:Amadeus,Data as of January 2024.The list of top searched countries remains very similar to 2023 performance.Yet,Chile and Peru are seeing some positive momentum as each country increases one position in the ranking.Beyond the above list of top 10 most searched destinations,Caribbean des

25、tinations are experiencing strong growth with many of them in the top 30 search including Jamaica,Puerto Rico,Aruba,the Bahamas,Curacao,Barbados,US Virgin Islands,St Lucia,Martinique,and Turks and Caicos.Within this list,Aruba,Curacao,Barbados,and Turks and Caicos all increased their ranking over 20

26、23.Looking at a summary of top booked destination cities based on GDS Booking volumes,we see 9 of the top 10 destinations common from 2023 to 2024.New York City takes the top ranked position for May through August 2024 whereas it was ranked#2 for the same period in 2023,replacing Cancun which moves

27、down to second position.Montreal,Canada has dropped from#10 in 2023 to#12 in 2024 and San Francisco,CA,USA moves up to the#10 position.Top SearchesTop Searched Countries for the Analyzed PeriodTop Booked Destination Cities Top Searched CountryCityTop Searched CountryRankRank 2024Rank 2023vs.2023Rank

28、USAArgentinaMexicoPeru38274951210CanadaColombiaBrazilChileDominican RepublicNew York City,USAMiami,USAPunta Cana,Dominican RepublicToronto,CanadaCancun,MexicoVancouver,CanadaOrlando,USAMontego Bay,JamaicaLos Angeles,USASan Francisco,USACosta RicaIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth A

29、mericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.13Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics-Data as of December 18th,202312The AmericasRegional OverviewAmadeus.Its how travel works better.15Travel Insights 2024|Focus

30、on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesPositive momentum as travel volumes remains strong moving into the summer travel season.For the period of May 2024 through August 2024,across the Americas,the North America subregion captures the

31、 greatest share of travel with searches already at 69%of total search volumes amongst other regions.Theres diversity of interest for travel to the Americas with the USA,UK,and Brazil the top origin markets searching for travel to the region.North America captures the top three most searched destinat

32、ions with New York,Toronto,and Los Angeles.The breakdown of available seats for air travel across the subregions shows North America with the highest volume at 70%followed by South America at 15%,Caribbean at 8%and Central America at 7%.This correlates to a similar ranking of subregions for air traf

33、fic volumes.Across all subregions,the majority of travelers will reach their destination on direct flights.Travelers to North America represent the greatest volume of direct flights at 71%.Americas:An OverviewShare of International Searches and BookingsNorth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanSouth Amer

34、icaMay-August 2024Central AmericaCaribbean24%27%IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.17Data Sources:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Booking

35、Analytics,Data as of March 9,20243%4%11%22%16%9%69%65%SearchesBookingsHow Are Travelers Reaching Subregions?71%56%65%41%28%41%34%50%1%3%2%9%North AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanSouth AmericaDirect Flight1 Connection2+ConnectionsInternational Available Seats by MonthInternational Available Seats by R

36、egionShare of Traffic by SubregionShare of Traffic in LATAMNorth AmericaNorth America99.1M70%South America16%Caribbean8%Central America7%May-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024Central America2%78%South America17%Caribbean3%Data Sources:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amade

37、us Booking Analytics,Data as of February 28 2024International Available Seats to LATAMSouth America49%May-August 2024South America78%Caribbean15%Central America7%Jan-Apr 2024New YorkTorontoLos AngelesTop 3 Searched DestinationUSAUKBrazilTop 3 Origin Markets Searching For TravelIntroductionNorth Amer

38、icaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.19Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics-Data as of December 18th,20230118North AmericaSubregion OverviewAmadeus.Its how travel works better.21Travel Insigh

39、ts 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesNorth America SpotlightTraveler interest in the North American subregion is consistent as activity for May through August 2024 is closely aligned with and surpassing the same period

40、 in 2023 and the one for Americas overall.The United States is the top searched destination country,including all of the top three markets searched in the subregion:New York,Toronto,and Los Angeles.Travelers from the United Kingdom,USA,and Germany provide the top search volumes to North America for

41、May through August 2024.The origin marketswith the highest growth of search volumes include USA,China,Japan,United Kingdom,and Canada.Notably,China demonstrates 176%growth year over year.Top air booked destinations include New York City,Cancun,Orlando,Los Angeles,and Miami.International air traffic

42、arrivals to North America show that the majority of passengers will travel to North America from Europe and Central America.Hotel occupancy for North America starts the period at nearly 25%and decreases slightly in future weeks.This pattern is influenced by shorter booking lead time with 44%of hotel

43、 bookings made within a week of arrival.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.23Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Dema

44、nd360+,Data as of February 28,2024.23%20%22%21%MayJune16%12%16%11%JulyAugustNorth America:An OverviewTop 3 Origin Markets Searching for TravelTotal Share of Traffic Arrivals by RegionTotal Share of Traffic Arrivals by RegionTop 3 Searched DestinationInternational Available Seats by MonthHotel Occupa

45、ncy by MonthSearches by travel datesMay-Aug.2024700.9BMayJuneJulyAugustIntraregionalOtherIntraregionalExtra-regional20242023UKUSAGermany202499.1M11M13.1M202399.1M11M11.8M202410M202310M2024108.2M11.5M8.64M2023108.2M11.5M7.77M2024107.1M11.7M8.06M202311.7M7.38MNew YorkTorontoLos AngelesData Sources:Ama

46、deus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of February 28,2024.USAMexicoCanada83%9.4%7.6%7.93m8.14m7.01M7.25M13.7M12.4M13.4M14.4M13.3M13.8M87%13%May-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024Amadeus.I

47、ts how travel works better.25Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesUSABrazilData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of February 28,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of February 28,2024.

48、Searches by Top Markets to North AmericaOrigin Markets With The Highest Search Volume GrowthOrigin MarketsOrigin MarketsVolume ChangeYOY GrowthYOY GrowthRank 2023May-Aug 2024 SearchesVolume of Searches64.1 M12.7 M20.9M68.2 M37.2 M8.3M 8.1 M7.75M7.3M6.5M21%176%59%12%12%36.3M16%521%63%315%212%137.2M41

49、.1M64.2M68.2MCanadaUSAChinaGermanyJapanUKUKCanadaCalculated vs.searches made in 2023 up until Feb 28thYOY Achievement,May-Aug 2024 vs.2023 Recovery of Global Searches by Month of Travel111%109%106%115%MayJuneJulyAugustShare of Global Searches By Destination Country70%18%12%70%20%11%USACanadaMexico20

50、232024Americas RegionNorth AmericaBy 2023 achievement in%110%107%103%111%Air Searches to North AmericaAirline searches conducted until February 28,2024,for travel between May and August 2024,have exceeded the number of searches made during the corresponding period last year,indicating a rising inter

51、est among international travelers in North American destinations during the summer months.May and August stand out with recovery rates of 110%and 111%respectively,making them the months with the highest increase in searches.This trends underscore a growing interest among international travelers towa

52、rds North America and the Americas region.This interest present a unique opportunity for industry stakeholders in the region to strategically position themselves to cater to the increasing demand and capitalize on the evolving preferences of the international market.The UK leads air searches to Nort

53、h America for May-August 2024,followed by the USA and Germany.All top five markets show increased interest in the subregion compared to last year.Among these,Brazil and Canada stand out with the most pronounced growth,highlighting a heightened level of interest in North American destinations.Within

54、the subregion,the United States emerges as the most searched country for the period of May to August 2024.Additionally,Canada search activity has increased from 18%to 20%compared to the corresponding period last year.This indicates a positive trend towards increased interest and consideration of bot

55、h the USA and Canada among prospective travelers in the upcoming summer months.Beyond the top five markets,there is a consistent uptick in interest from Asian markets in traveling to North America,evident in the year-over-year growth of air searches from China and Japan at 175%and 59%respectively,fo

56、r the period of May to August 2024.This surge in travel intent can be attributed to a growing desire for exploration within Asian travelers,coupled with an increase in available flights from major carriers.Identifying which markets are growing the fastest,beyond the top ones,can help industry player

57、s find new opportunities to cater to.This insight allows institutions and businesses to align their strategies with emerging trends and capitalize on the expanding interest in North American destinations.Amadeus.Its how travel works better.27Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNort

58、h AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D level,Schedule Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Available Seats to North America by Origin RegionInternational Air Capacity by Travel MonthMayJuneJulyAugMay-Aug 2024,share

59、of total capacityFrom May to August 2024,Europe emerges as the primary source of international seats to North American destinations,maintaining a steady overall capacity compared to the same period last year.Seats from the Americas and Asia stay consistent,with a small 1%growth in Asia during July a

60、nd August.August 2024 sees changes in capacity,with Europe gaining 1%and Central America losing 3%compared to the previous year.These findings suggest a potential shift in late summer travel patterns and offer a comprehensive overview of available seats from diverse origin regions.The surge in New Y

61、ork Citys popularity,with its share of total GDS bookings climbing from 16.5%in 2023 to 18%in 2024,indicates a rising demand for travel to this destination.Meanwhile,other prominent U.S.cities,including Orlando,Los Angeles,and Miami,maintain stable market shares year-over-year,with Orlando consisten

62、tly at 7%,and both Los Angeles and Miami experiencing a modest increase from 5%to 6%.These trends underscore the evolving preferences of travelers,emphasizing shifts in GDS booking patterns for key North American cities.Recognizing these changes is crucial for industry stakeholders to align their st

63、rategies with the dynamic landscape of traveler demand and maximize opportunities in the evolving tourism market.Throughout the analyzed period,Europe consistently retains its leading position as the region with the highest volume of air traffic to North America,maintaining a stable 43%share in both

64、 2023 and 2024.This signifies a persistent pattern of travel from Europe to North American destinations.An especially noteworthy trend is observed in the Middle East,where air traffic arrivals show growth from 2%to 3%.This suggests an increased interest from this origin market in traveling to North

65、American destinations during their summer months.The rise in arrivals indicates a developing pattern and stronger ties between the Middle East and North America during this specific period.Air Traffic Arrivals to North AmericaShare of Origin and Destination Traffic by Origin RegionEuropeEuropeSouth

66、AmericaSouth AmericaMiddle EastMiddle EastPacificPacificAfricaAfricaCentral America&Caribbean(excl.Mexico)Central AmericaAsiaAsia202340%40%202427%14%14%8%8%26%4%2%2%1%2%4%42%41%2023202427%13%8%26%13%7%2%2%2%2%4%4%43%43%2023202414%13%8%8%28%27%2%2%2%2%4%4%44%45%202320248%8%27%14%15%24%2%2%2%2%4%4%100

67、%May-August 2024 and 2023,share of bookingsTop Booked Destinations in North America16.5%18%New York City,USA21%16%Cancun,Mexico7.5%7%Orlando,USA5%6%Los Angeles,USA5.5%6%Miami,USA20242023GDS Air Bookings to North AmericaData Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.100%15%16%9%9%25%2

68、5%3%3%2%2%2%2%43%43%May-Jul 2024,share of total traffic20242023Amadeus.Its how travel works better.29Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Demand360,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:A

69、madeus Demand360,Data as of March 6,2024North American Hotel Occupancy Hotel Occupancy by Travel Week30%25%20%15%10%5%05May7Jul12May14Jul19May21Jul26May28Jul2Jun4Aug9Jun11Aug16Jun18Aug23Jun25Aug30JunMay-Aug,2023 and 2024Overall hotel occupancy rates in 2024 remain relatively stable compared to 2023,

70、suggesting a consistent behavior among travelers.The lower occupancy during the early summer months and August can be attributed to the reduced hotel booking lead time as travelers demonstrate last-minute planning tendencies.As the travel month approaches,occupancy rates are expected to increase acc

71、ordingly.This insight underscores the importance for industry stakeholders to remain flexible and responsive to evolving trends.2024 and 2023,Booking lead time from previous five weeks of booking activityThe hotel booking patterns showed stability from 2023 to 2024,with a continued prevalence of las

72、t-minute bookings indicating a growing trend among travelers.North America Hotel Booking Lead TimeBooking Lead Time by Days--6091+202420232023202423%25%23%24%22%22%19%18%21%21%21%20%21%19%18%20%15%14%18%17%17%19%16%17%13%14%12%13%11%11%10%11%10%10%22%22%4%3%3%3%3%2%11%10%12%12

73、%6%5%3%3%3%2%2%2%17%17%6%6%10%11%Amadeus.Its how travel works better.31Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesFocus European Source MarketTop origin markets searching for travel to North America include the

74、UK,Germany,France,Italy,and Spain.The top destination cities for travel to North America from Europe include New York,Los Angeles,Toronto,Miami,and Orlando.Searches with longer windows of lead time shift from Toronto to Cancun.It is noteworthy that 37%of searches are made for travel more than 60 day

75、s from the date of departure,38%within 31-60 days of departure,and 25%within 0-30 days of departure.Top origin markets booking travel to North America include the UK,Germany,Italy,France,and Spain.The booking window for air travel aligns closely with search activity as we see 36%booked more than 60

76、days from departure,41%within 31-60 days of departure,and 23%within 0-30 days of departure.As a destination,the US holds the greatest air capacity for North America,closely aligning with 2023 volume across May through August.Top origin markets for air traffic arrivals to North America are from the U

77、K,Italy,and France.The majority of passengers arriving in North America from Europe will arrive on a direct flight(47%)or with one connection(46%).The top connecting airport cities are in New York City and London.North AmericaAmadeus.Its how travel works better.33Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the Am

78、ericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.100%Searches from Europe to North AmericaMay-Aug,2024 DeparturesSep-Dec,2024 Departures European Key Origin MarketsSearch to Departure Lead Tim

79、eOrigin CountryYOY Growth23RankSearches68M12%13%21%313%4-4%541M34M33M23MUKGermanyFranceItalySpainThe UK maintains its leading position as the top searched European market for trips to North America with 68.2 M searches and a remarkable 12%year-over-year(YOY)growth.Italy emerges as a notable growth m

80、arket,with 13%YOY growth in searches.These trends underscore the dynamic preferences and fluctuations in interest among European travelers when planning trips to North America,emphasizing the importance of tailored strategies for each market.For short term planning(May to August 2024),New York City,

81、Los Angeles,Toronto,Miami,and Orlando take the lead as the most searched destination for European travelers,reflecting diverse interests in urban,cultural,and leisure experiences.For longer-term planning,New York City,Orlando,Miami,and Los Angeles maintain appeal.Additionally,Cancun emerges as a sou

82、ght-after destination for the extended timeframe.This highlight the dynamic preferences of European travelers,with iconic cities like New York in high demand while diversity of North American destinations influences both short-term and long-term trips.8.1%of Europeans planning their trip to Nort Ame

83、rica within 4 months to departure in the specified period search for flights up to 2 weeks prior departure.This demonstrates a strong last-minute behavior by this origin region.21.9%15.8%16.2%17.3%20.7%8.1%1-15 days16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days31-45 days91-120 dayssearches made in October 2023-Janu

84、ary 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Most Searched North America Destination Cities from EuropeDestination CityLong TermShort Term22%7.3%7%6%5.5%29%6.5%6.7%7%5%New York CityLos AngelesTorontoMiamiOrlandoCancunData Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Bookings from Eur

85、ope to North America European Key Origin Markets27.5%16.5%12%10%5.476UKGermanyItalySpainFrance GDS Bookings From Europe to North America by Travel Month+23%May+14%June+8%July+20%AugustMay-Aug,2024,in%of same amount of bookings made in 2023May-August,2024May-August,2024 Origin Country Share of bookin

86、gs Jan-Apr 2024 vs.2023Booking Windowbookings made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024100%24%17.1%14.3%17.4%21.3%5.9%1-15 days16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days31-45 days91-120 daysSouthern European countries experience a notable increase in share of GDS bookings in the

87、period of May to August 2024.Italy and Spain have both increased their share of GDS bookings demonstrating an increasing demand to travel to North American destinations during the summer months from these origin markets.This shift in travel preferences presents an opportunity for the travel industry

88、 to tailor offerings to meet the rising demand from these origin markets,potentially adapting marketing strategies and services to better cater to the evolving needs of travelers from Southern European countries.The trends in GDS bookings from Europe to North America highlight a dynamic pattern of g

89、rowth in GDS bookings from Europe to North America throughout the summer months.May stands out with a robust YOY growth of 23%,signaling a strong interest for the beginning of the summer travel season.June and July follow suit with steady growth rates of 14%and 8%respectively.Notably,August sees an

90、accelerated growth of 20%.Most European traveler book their flight 31-45 days in advance of the departure date,followed by the ones with stronger last-minute behaviour,booking their flights between 1 and 30 days prior departure(23.3%).Average number of nights19 nightsAmadeus.Its how travel works bet

91、ter.35Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesUKIrelandPortugalSwitzerlandGreeceOthersItalyFranceGermanySpainNetherlandsData Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Da

92、ta as March 6,2024.Origin Market Focus:Air Capacity from EuropeMay-Aug 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 2023 Available Seats by Country6MCanada123%113%111%112%USA93%96%115%106%Mexico102%99%98%99%5M4M3M2M1M0The majority of available seats to North America from Europe is led by the USA with a dominant

93、share of 77%,followed by Canada at 18%and Mexico at 4%.Canada has witnessed an expansion in the total number of available seats from European markets throughout the entire May to August 2024 period.This facilitates more accessible travel for European visitors to Canadian destinations.In contrast,the

94、 surge in capacity from Europe to the USA is anticipated in the latter part of the summer season.The capacity from Mexico remains below the levels observed in 2023,presenting a distinct pattern in transatlantic travel dynamics.Air Traffic Arrivals from Europe to North AmericaOrigin and Destination t

95、raffic from Europe to North America for the analysed period rveals a generally stable landscape compared to the previous year.Key European countries show minimal variations in their contributions to transatlantic travel.These trends highlight the resilience of established traffic patterns and offer

96、insights for industry stakeholders to fine-tune their strategies,recognizing the subtle shifts in origin and destination traffic among European markets heading to North America.Canada 18%US 77%Mexico 4%MayJulyJuneAugustShare of Origin and Destination Traffic by Origin Region100%21%20%12%12%4%4%4%4%3

97、%3%16%15%13%13%10%11%9%9%4%4%4%4%May-Jul 2024,share of total traffic20242023Data Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Data as March 6,2024.Air Traffic from Europe to North America Where Are Passengers Connecting How Are Passengers Reaching North America10%10%7%7%7%New York CityLondo

98、nFrankfurtParisAmsterdamMay-Aug 2024,top 5 cities,%of total trafficMay-Aug,2024%share of transfers2+Connections1 ConnectionDirect Flight47%46%7%New York city and London emerge as as the primary hubs where passengers connect upon reaching North America.Notably,a substantial portion of passengers,cons

99、tituting 47.35%,prefers the convenience of direct flights to their North American destinations.These trends highlight the significance of major hubs for connecting flights from Europe to North America and provide valuable insights for airlines and industry stakeholders to tailor their services based

100、 on diverse traveler preferences and optimize overall connectivity.Amadeus.Its how travel works better.37Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTop origin markets searching for air travel to North America fr

101、om South America include Brazil,Argentina,Colombia,Chile,and Peru.It is noteworthy that Chile and Argentina are experiencing strong growth compared to 2023.Lead time from searching to departure date shows 41%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,38%between 31 and 60 days from depart

102、ure,and 21%between 0-30 days from departure.Top destination cities for air travel to North America from South America include Miami,New York City,Cancun,Orlando,and Los Angeles.Top origin markets booking travel to North America include Argentina,Brazil,Chile,Colombia,and Uruguay.These markets and ra

103、nkings shift slightly from search market rankings.Lead time from booking to departure date shows 40%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,37%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 23%between 0-30 days from departure.As a destination,the US holds the most available seats for trave

104、l from South America to North America with the volume of available seats increased over 2023 levels for the period of May through August 2024.Top origin markets for air traffic arrivals to North America are Colombia,Brazil,and Peru.The majority of passengers traveling from South America to North Ame

105、rica will have one connection(50%)or will have a direct flight(42%).The top connecting airport cities are Panama and Miami.Focus South American Source Market North AmericaAmadeus.Its how travel works better.39Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral Ame

106、ricaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Searches from South America to North America21.4%South America Key Origin MarketsSearch to Departure Lead Time36.3M16%159%2-2%379%5-9%415.4M8.6M6.5M3.5MBrazilArgentinaColombiaChilePeruIn the period

107、from May to August 2024,Brazil mantains its position as the leading South American market searching for trips to North America with 36.3 M searches and a remarkable 16%year-over-year(YOY)growth.Argentina is experiencing a substantial 59%growth with 15.4M searches and Chile stands out with a 79%incre

108、ase in searches(6.5M),elevating its rank to fourth.These trends underscore the dynamic nature of South American travelers search behavior,emphasizing the need for industry stakeholders to adapt strategies to cater to evolving preferences across key origin markets.16.4%18.3%5.4%15.8%22.7%1-15 days16-

109、30 days46-60 days61-90 days31-45 days91-120 days100%searches made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Origin CountryYOY Growth23 RankSearchesMiami emerges as the consistent favorite destination for South American travelers to North America,for both short and long term

110、 planning searches.New York City and Cancun maintain strong appeal,ranking second and third for short-term trips,while Orlando surpasses New York City for long-term stays.The inclusion of Fort Lauderdale in long-term searches showcases its growing allure among South American travelers.These trends u

111、nderscore the need for the travel industry to adapt strategies to cater to shifting preferences in trip planning.South Americans searching for flights to North America vary in the lead time.It is possible to observe a balance in the share of searches by period.A similar share of travelers search for

112、 flights between 1 and 30 days(21.2%),31-45 days(21.4%)and those searching in advance,61-90 days prior departure,corresponding to 22.7%of searches.May-Aug,2024 DeparturesSep-Dec,2024 DeparturesMost Searched North America Destination Cities from EuropeDestination CityLong TermShort Term21%17%15%14%4%

113、22%17%13%21%4%MiamiNew York CityCancunOrlandoLos AngelesFort LauderdaleArgentina and Brazil emerge as dominant players in the share of GDS bookings to North American destinations for the period May to August 2024.Argentina leads the way with 41%of total share(an increase from the previous year),clos

114、ely followed by Brazil with a 27%share(also showing an upward trend).Uruguay stands out with an increase of its total market share,indicating a surge in GDS bookings from this South American nation.For GDS Bookings from South America to North America,June emerges as a standout month,experiencing sub

115、stantial growth with an 18%increase.The positive momentum continues in July and August,with growth rates of 6%and 5%,respectively.These fluctuations underscore the importance of adaptability for industry stakeholders to align strategies with evolving traveler preferences and capitalize on peak deman

116、d periods.Most travelers originating in South America booking their flights for the specified period,booked it between 2 and 3 months in advance(23,1%for 61-90 days),followed by last-minute-booking visitors(1-30 days),who account for 22,9%of bookings.Bookings from South America to North America22%So

117、uth American Key Origin MarketsBooking Window41%27%6%6%5%ArgentinaBrazilChileUruguayColombia15.5%16.6%6.1%16.8%23.1%Origin Country Share of bookings May-Aug,2024 vs.2023100%Bookings made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2021-15 days16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days31-45 d

118、ays91-120 daysAverage number of nights21 nightsGDS Bookings From South America to North America by Travel MonthMay-Aug,2024,in%of same amount of bookings made in 2023 as of February 28,2023Data Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024-5%May+18%June+6%July+5%AugustMay-August,2024Amad

119、eus.Its how travel works better.41Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data Sources42%50%8%Origin Market Focus:Air Capacity from South AmericaMay-Aug 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 2023Available Seats by CountryUSAMe

120、xicoCanadaMayJulyJuneMexico 17%US 79%Canada 4%August100%114%107%98%110%106%99%105%96%96%102%97%800K900K1M700K600K500K400K200K100K300K0The majority of available seats to North America from South America is led by the USA with a dominant share of 79%,followed by Mexico at 17%and Canada at 4%.The USA h

121、as witnessed an expansion in the total number of available seats from South American markets throughout the entire May to August 2024 period,facilitating more accessible travel for South American visitors to US destinations.Panama emerges as the primary connecting city for passengers traveling from

122、South America to North America while Miami and Bogota closely follow with 14%and 11%respectively.50%of passengers reach North American destinations via one connection,while direct flights account only for 42%of total traffic,indicating the need of enhancing a seamless travel experiences for South Am

123、erican travelers.Understanding these patterns is crucial for airlines and industry stakeholders to tailor services and routes to meet the varied needs of passengers.Air Traffic Arrivals from South America to North AmericaOrigin and Destination traffic from South America to North America for the anal

124、ysed period unveils nuanced trends.Colombia maintains a stable lead with a slight increase in its share from 34%to 35%.Perus share also grows from 11%to 12%.Other markets stay consistent with similar contribution in number of traffic arrivals in 2023 and 2024.ColombiaOthersBrazilPeruEcuadorArgentina

125、ChileWhere Passengers Are Connecting21%14%11%11%6%PanamaMiamiBogotaSao PauloAtlantaMay-Aug 2024,top 5 cities%share of transfersHow Are Passengers Reaching North AmericaMay-Aug,20242+ConnectionsDirect Flight1 ConnectionData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus T

126、raffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Data as March 6,2024.Share of Origin and Destination Traffic by Origin City100%35%34%12%11%22%23%10%10%9%9%6%6%7%6%May-Aug 2024,share of total traffic20242023IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insight

127、s 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.43Data Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,data as of Febreuary 28,2024.Data Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analy

128、tics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,data as of March 6,2024.Asia to North America:An Overview23.4%May-Aug,2024 departuresKey Origin Markets Searching For North AmericaSearch to Departure Lead TimeOrigin CountryYOY Growth23RankSearches33M15%159%23%3176%53%420M14M12M9MIndiaJapanKoreaChinaPhillipines15.0%14

129、%8%20.4%19.2%1-15 days16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days31-45 days91-120 days100%Searches made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Most Searched Destination Cities from Asia to North AmericaDestination CityLong TermShort Term16%15%10%9%7%16%15%10%10%6%New York CityToronto

130、Los AngelesVancouverSan Francisco20242023May-Aug,2024 departuresTop Cities by Available SeatsTorontoLos AngelesSeattleNew York CityDallasVancouverWashingtonAtlantaSan FranciscoChicago19%19%18%8%6%5%5%3%3%3%27%27%Share of Seat by Origin Country17%17%9%6%13%16%11%6%5%11%6%3%OthersChinaHKTaiwanIndiaJap

131、anSouth Korea100%May-Aug 202456%34%10%How Are Passengers Reaching North AmericaMay-Aug,20242+ConnectionsDirect Flight1 ConnectionAirport%of Traffic12%Tokyo8%Taipe7%Seoul6%Doha6%DubaiMay-Aug 2024 DeparturesSept-Dec 2024 DeparturesIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodolo

132、gy and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.45North America to North America:An Overview23.4%May-Aug,2024 departuresKey Origin Markets Searching For North AmericaSearch to Departure Lead TimeOrigin CountryYOY Growth23 RankSearches25%84.6MLos Angel

133、es12.3M24%1Toronto24%36.7MVancouver16%45.8MNew York City21%26.7MMontreal15%14%8%20.4%19.2%1-15 days16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days31-45 days91-120 days100%Searches made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024May-Aug 2024 DeparturesSept-Dec 2024 DeparturesMost Searched Des

134、tination Cities from North AmericaDestination CityLong TermShort Term17%9%8%5%5%18%7%6%6%6%CancunTorontoVancouverMexico CityNew York City20242023May-Aug,2024Top Cities by Available SeatsLos AngelesCancunOrlandoDallasAtlantaMexico CityHoustonVancouverMontrealSan Jose del CaboVancouverPuerto VallartaL

135、as VegasGuadalajaraCalgaryMexico CityNew York CityLos AngelesOthersChicagoCalgarySan Jose del CaboSan FranciscoTorontoCancunNew York CityMost Booked Destinations(GDS Bookings)42%10%6%5%5%4%3%3%3%2%17%48%11%4%6%3%4%2%2%3%3%14%100%May-Aug,202474%26%1%How Are Passengers Reaching North AmericaMay-Aug,20

136、242+ConnectionsDirect Flight1 ConnectionAirport%of Traffic13%Dallas13%Atlanta9%Chicago9%Denver8%CharlotteData Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,data as of February 28,2024.Data Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Boo

137、kings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,data as of March 6,2024.11%9%7%6%5%5%5%5%5%4%4%3%3%3%3%Amadeus.Its how travel works better.47Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesEurope

138、 New Routes to North AmericaAsia New Routes to North AmericaNorth America New Routes to North America Origin Country Origin Country Origin Country New Routes New Routes New Routes Date Date DateCanadaNiceOsakaCalgaryOttawaQuebecSt.JohnsVancouverSaskatoonMontrealMontrealTorontoWinnipegCalgaryMontreal

139、ReykjavikDublinFaroReykjavikFrankfurtMunichReykjavikCopenhagenPalermoFrankfurt FunchalZrichDublinFunchalStockholmEdinburghCopenhagenVeniceMadridNaplesPortoManchesterViennaLondonSeoulMontrealVancouverDeer LakeWinnipegParisMay-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jul-24May-24May-24May-24May-24J

140、un-24May-24May-24May-24May-24May-24May-24May-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jun-24Jul-24May-24May-24May-24May-24May-24May-24May-24PhiladelphiaTorontoCharlotteSt.JohnsCharlotteOttawaCharlotteMontrealTulumSt.LouisTulumChicagoDeer LakeReginaPittsbu

141、rghDenverNew York CityCalgarySan AntonioSeattleHalifaxAtlantaNew York CityRaleighBostonAtlantaHalifaxTorontoMontrealHalifaxPhiladelphiaChicagoOrlandoPhiladelphiaBostonLas VegasBostonSt.JohnsCalgaryAustinGuadalajaraCalgaryDenverPhoenixUSACanadaUSAMexicoCanadaData Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Dat

142、e as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Date as of March 6,2024.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.49Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics-Data as o

143、f December 18th,20230148Central AmericaSubregion OverviewAmadeus.Its how travel works better.51Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesCentral America SpotlightCentral America searches are slightly lower than

144、 average search volumes in the Americas.Costa Rica leads searches by destination country.The top three searched destinations include San Jose,Panama,and Guatemala City.Top origin markets searching for travel to Central America include the USA,Canada,Spain,Germany,and UK.Top search markets with highe

145、st growth include Colombia,Argentina,Chile,UK,and Brazil.Top booked destinations include San Jose,Costa Rica;Liberia,Costa Rica;San Salvador,El Salvador;Panama;and Guatemala City.As origin markets,North America and South America offer the greatest available air capacity to Central America and North

146、America represents 66%of air traffic arrivals to Central America.Hotel occupancy for Central America starts the year at 15%and decreases slightly in future weeks.This pattern is influenced by shorter booking lead time with 37%of hotel bookings made within a week of arrival.Hotel Occupancy by MonthMa

147、yJuneJulyAugust20242023202420232024202320242023IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.53Central America:An Overview99.1M11M1.4M431K99.1M11M1.53M480K99.1M11M1.65M492K99.1M1

148、1M1.5M483K99.1M11M1.8M497K99.1M11M1.4MInternationalIntraregional418K99.1M11M1.7M473K15%13%May12%12%June9%9%July6%5%AugustInternational Available Seats by MonthInternational Available Seats by Month99.1M11M1.6M465KSearches by travel datesMay-Aug,2024100MUSACanadaSpainTop 3 Origin Markets Searching Fo

149、r TravelTop 3 Searched DestinationSan JoseSan SalvadorLiberia20242023Data Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of February 28,2024.Data Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,A

150、madeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of February 28,2024.Total Share of Traffic Arrivals by RegionTotal Share of Traffic Arrivals by RegionIntraregionalExtra-regionalCosta RicaPanama El Salvador Guatemala Belize Honduras Nicaragua23%20%15%11%11%6%93%15%4%May

151、-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024Amadeus.Its how travel works better.55Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:

152、Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Recovery of Global Searches by Month of Travel Share of Global Searches by Destination Country111%109%106%115%MayJuneJulyAugust43%10%12%5%14%6%11%46%8%11%5%14%5%11%Costa RicaGuatemalaPanamaHondurasEl SalvadorBelizeNicaraguaAmerica RegionCentral Americ

153、a20232024May-Aug 2024,by 2023 achievement in%May-Aug 2024,in%.98%89%93%107%Air Searches to Central AmericaAir travel searches for the period May-August,2024 see a nuanced recovery vs.the same period(same snapshot date)in 2023.While May achieves a solid 98%of 2023 levels,June and July lag behind with

154、 89%and 93%,respectively.However,August exhibits a more robust recovery at 107%,suggesting a notable improvement in search activity compared to the earlier summer months.These trends underscore varied levels of recovery of searches to Central America for each month,highlighting the importance of the

155、se data to adapt the strategy based on emerging travel demand and preferences and act quickly to make sure that destinations are in front of the eyes of travelers at the right time.Costa Rica maintains its position as the most sought-after destination in Central America,with its share of searches in

156、creasing from 43%in 2023 to 46%in 2024.Othe Central American destinations maintain a rather stable share of searches.This trends showcase the importance of having tailored marketing strategies and services to meet evolving preferences and increase the interest of international travelers towards Cent

157、ral American destinations.The United States maintains its prominent position,with 16.6M searches,as the key origin market searching for trips to Central America.Canada and the UK exhibit positive trends with Canada experiencing an 8%increase,propelling it from the fourth to the second rank among ori

158、gin markets.The UK shows noteworthy growth with a 10%increase in searches compared to the same period last year.These positive trends underline the resilience of the U.S.as a key player,while Canada and the UK showcase encouraging developments.These insights can guide industry stakeholders in adopt

159、strategies to meet traveler preferences and capitalize on emerging opportunities.Colombia,Argentina,Chile,and Brazil all exhibit significant year-over-year growth when compared to the search data from the same period last year.The increasing interest from diverse regions highlights emerging opportun

160、ities in Central American tourism.Recognizing and capitalizing on these evolving trends will enable stakeholders to strategically meet the expectations of travelers interested in exploring Central America.Origin Markets Origin Markets Volume Change YOY Growth%Change 23 RankMay-Aug Searches Volume of

161、 Searches1.18M707.4K309K1.3M735.8K356K279K129.5K121.5K110.5K43%65%72%10%18%15.6M-10%18%4-9%2-15%310%51.9M1.9M1.6M1.3MCanadaColombiaUSAChileSpainArgentinaGermanyUKUKBrazilin absolute volumes and YOY growthMay-Aug 2024 vs.2023 Searches by Top Markets to Central America Origin Markets With The Highest

162、GrowthAmadeus.Its how travel works better.57Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data Sources66%9%24%1%Data Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Data

163、 Source:Amadeus Booking Analytics,Data as of February 28,2024.From May to August 2024,North America emerges as the primary source of international seats to Central American destinations,experiencing a slight increase in number of seats for the period May-Aug,2024.Others origin regions will experienc

164、e a consitent volume of available seats compared to the same period last yearThese trends underscore the dynamic nature of air travel patterns to Central America,providing valuable insights for industry stakeholders to tailor strategies and meet the changing demands of travelers from different origi

165、n regions during the specified period.North America maintains its dominance as the region with the highest volume of air traffic to Central America with a consistent 66%share,indicating a sustained and influential contribution to the regions traffic.Latin America shows modest growth,increasing its s

166、hare from 24%to 25%,highlighting a growing role in Central Americas overall traffic.These trends emphasize the regional dynamics shaping Central Americas traffic and provide valuable insights for industry stakeholders to refine strategies and cater to the evolving preferences of travelers from diffe

167、rent origin regions during the specified period.International Air Capacity by Travel MonthAvailable Seats to Central America by Origin RegionMay-Aug 2024,share of total capacityNorth AmericaCaribbeanEuropeSouth AmericaMay202358%59%202429%29%4%8%5%8%June58%61%2023202427%25%7%8%8%7%July60%61%202320242

168、7%28%4%5%8%7%August59%58%2023202428%30%4%5%8%8%100%Air Traffic Arrivals to Central America Top Booked DestinationsMay-Aug,2023 and 2024,share of BookingsGDS Air Bookings to Central America32%8%10%24%9%31%8%14%26%8%San Jose,Costa RicaLiberia,Costa RicaSan Salvador,El SalvadorPanama,PanamaGuatemala Ci

169、ty,GuatemalaCosta Rican destinations consistently dominate GDS bookings in Central America,with San Jose maintaining its lead as the most booked destination,with 32%of bookings in 2023 and sustaining a robust presence with 31%in 2024.Liberia sees a noteworthy increase,elevating its share from 24%in

170、2023 to 26%in 2024,underscoring a growing preference among travelers for Costa Rican destinations during the specified summer months.Additionally,San Salvador experiences a substantial surge,advancing from 10%in 2023 to 14%in 2024,signaling a rising popularity and heightened allure of San Salvador a

171、s a pivotal destination in Central America.These evolving traveler preferences,emphasizing the need for industry stakeholders to adapt strategies and enhance offerings to cater to the growing demand for these preferred options within the region.20232024North AmericaLatamEuropeAfricaShare of Origin a

172、nd Destination Traffic by Origin City100%66%8%25%1%May-Aug 2024,share of total traffic20242023Amadeus.Its how travel works better.59Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Demand 360,Amade

173、us Demand360+,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of March 6,2024.Hotel occupancy rates during the period from May to August 2024 reveal improvements in several weeks,particularly in mid-May and late July,The lower occupancy levels during the early summer months and August

174、 can be attributed to the reduced hotel booking lead time as travelers tend to book their accommodations much closer to the date of arrival.As the travel month approaches,occupancy rates are expected to increase accordingly.This insight underscores the importance for industry stakeholders to remain

175、flexible and responsive to evolving trends.Overall,the data indicates a positive trajectory and potential recovery in hotel occupancy for the specified travel weeks in 2024,emphasizing increased demand for accommodation compared to the corresponding weeks in 2023.Hotel Occupancy By Travel WeekMay-Au

176、g,2023 and 2024Central America Hotel Occupancy202320242024 and 2023,Booking lead time from previous five weeks of booking activityOveral hotel booking patterns for Central America remain stable from 2023 to 2024,with the majority of bookings made between 15 and 30 days before the travel date(20%).Th

177、ere are minor adjustments in bookings made further in advance,which could indicate potential shifts in travel planning behavior or market dynamics.33%4%63%3%8-1413%13%5%14%6%13%13%3%42%3%720%20%15-306%5%61-903%4%23%3%514%14%31-609%8%91+Book Leading Time by DaysCentral America Hotel Booking Lead Time

178、030%25%20%15%10%5%05May7Jul12May14Jul19May21Jul26May28Jul2Jun4Aug9Jun11Aug16Jun18Aug23Jun25Aug30Jun2024202313%15%11%16%14%15%11%12%13%14%12%14%12%12%10%11%9%10%9%8%9%10%8%8%6%8%8%8%5%5%5%6%4%5%Amadeus.Its how travel works better.61Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSo

179、uth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTop origin markets searching for travel to Central America from North America include New York,Los Angeles,Washington,Houston,and Montreal.Top searched destination cities for travel to Central America from North America include San Jose,

180、San Salvador,Liberia,Guatemala City,and Panama.Lead time from searching to departure date shows 35%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,39%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 26%between 0-30 days from departure.Top origin markets booking travel to Central America from North A

181、merica include Los Angeles,New York,Washington,Atlanta,and Houston.These markets and rankings shift slightly from search market rankings.Lead time from booking to departure date shows 32%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,41%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 27%between 0-

182、30 days from departure.Panama holds the most available seats for capacity from North America to Central America at 26%.Costa Rica holds the next highest volume at 25%followed by El Salvador at 21%.The top five markets for arrivals from North America to Central America are from the US including Los A

183、ngeles,New York City,Miami,Houston,and Washington.Direct flights account for 59%of arrivals from North America to Central America.Passengers with one connection account for 39%of arrivals with connections in Houston,Miami,Atlanta,Dallas-Fort Worth,or Fort Lauderdale.Central AmericaFocus North Americ

184、an Source MarketAmadeus.Its how travel works better.63Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as of Mar

185、ch 6,2024.1-15 days16-30 days31-45 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 daysSearches made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/202415.4%19.3%6%20.2%23.9%North American Key Origin MarketsSearch to Departure Lead TimeSearches from North America to Central America15.1%Origin City Y

186、OY Growth 24 Rank Searches1.5M-7%1-14%2-8%3-7%410%61.3M1M827.7K732.2KNew York CityLos AngelesWashingtonHoustonMontrealSearch patterns for trips to Central America for the period of May to August 2024 show consistency with the trends obeserved over the same period in the previous year.New York,Los An

187、geles,and Washington mantain top positions of interest.Montreal stands out with rapid growth,achieving a 10%increase in searches and elevating its rank to the fifth origin market searching for Central American destinations.Search activity by North American to Central America is concentrated in the 2

188、 months before the departure date:56%of potential travelers searched for their flights up to 60 days prior the travel date,20%represented by those searching between 4 and 5 weeks in advance(31-45 days).100%San Jose emerge as the consistent favorite destination for individuals searching for travel fr

189、om North America to Central America.San Salvador and Liberia also maintain strong appeal for trips planned in short-term.Trips for the period of September to December 2024 see a slight shift in preferences with Liberia surpassing San Salvador as the second favorite destination.May-Aug,2024 Departure

190、sSep-Dec,2024 DeparturesMost Searched Central American Cities from North AmericaDestination CityLong TermShort Term28%16%13%11%8%30%13%16%11%9%San JoseSan SalvadorLiberiaGuatemala CityPanamaBooking Window North American Key Origin MarketsBookings from North America to Central America19%18%11%9%4%Los

191、 AngelesNew York CityWashingtonAtlantaHoustonThe share of GDS bookings from North American travelers to Central America during May-August 2024 presents noteworthy trends,with the top four markets all increasing their share of GDS Bookings compared to the previous year.Los Angeles and New York city l

192、ead the rankings with respectively 19%share,and 18%share.Washington and Atlanta follow suits demonstrating the increasing appealing of Central American destinations to travelers from major metropolitan areas in the US.In May,there is a robust 15%increase in GDS bookings compared to the same period i

193、n the previous year.June follows with a more moderate growth rate of 6%,while July and August experience a notable uptick with respectively 12%and 10%growth.These fluctuations suggest dynamic shifts in travel demand and highlight the need forflexible strategies throughout the summer months.North Ame

194、ricans present diverse behavior:it is possible to note that North American visitors who booked flights between 2 and 4 weeks(16-30 days)correspond to the same share as those booking berween 2 and 3 months prior departure(61-90 days).Both groups represent each 19,7%of bookings done within 4 months to

195、 Central America.1-15 days16-30 days31-45 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days12%19.7%7.5%19.7%25.2%15.8%100%Bookings made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Average of nights booked12 nightsMay-Aug,2024,in%of same amount of bookings made in 2023 as of February 28,202

196、3 GDS Bookings From North America to Central America by Travel MonthIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data Sources Share of bookings May-Aug,2024 vs.2023 Origin Country+15%May+6%June+12%July+10%AugustMay-Aug 2024Amadeus.Its how travel works better.65Travel

197、 Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data Sources Share of Available Seats by CountryMay-August 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 2023May-Aug 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 2023Costa RicaEl SalvadorPanama26%GuatemalaNicaragu

198、aHondurasBelize350,000113%116%116%95%110%127%169%114%117%121%109%116%127%134%113%111%121%110%107%102%132%99%102%118%80%104%89%137%300,000250,000200,000150,00050,000100,000025%21%8%13%5%4%Available Seats by CountryOrigin Market Focus:Air Capacity from North AmericaHondurasEl SalvadorGuatemalaCosta Ri

199、caPanamaNicaraguaBelizeThe available seat trends from North America to Central America for the period of May to August 2024 reveal interesting insights.In absolute volumes,Costa Rica consistently maintains a high number of available seats,with a peak in July at 302.9K seats.Panama follows closely wi

200、th substantial seat availability,reaching 29K in July.El Salvador,Guatemala,and Belize also demonstrate consistent growth in seat availability throughout the summer months.These positive trends indicate increased air capacity and potential demand for travel from North America to Central America.Anal

201、yzing the share of available seats by country,Panama holds the highest percentage,reflecting its strategic position as a key transit hub.Costa Rica and El Salvador also maintain significant shares,emphasizing their popularity as destination countries.These trends underscore the dynamic nature of air

202、 travel demand to Central America from North America,indicating potential opportunities for airlines and stakeholders to optimize routes and cater to the evolving preferences of travelers.Los Angeles maintains its position as the top origin city,contributing 11%to the traffic,reflecting a slight inc

203、rease from the previous year.New York City and Miami,which held the top spots in 2023,show a decrease to 8%,suggesting a redistribution of traffic among different cities.The category of“Others”collectively increases from 30%to 35%,indicating a more diversified distribution of traffic among various c

204、ities.These trends suggest evolving preferences among North American travelers,potentially influenced by factors such as airline routes and changing tourism dynamics.Adapting to these shifts in traffic distribution is crucial.Houston emerges as the leading connecting city,with 22%of passengers trave

205、ling from North America to Central America choosing it as their connecting point.Miami and Atlanta follow,constituting 15%and 12%of passenger connections respectively.Dallas and Fort Lauderdale also play significant roles,accounting for 9%and 7%of passenger connections.The majority of passengers pre

206、fer direct flights(59%)while single connections are chosen by 39%of passengers.Share of Arrivals by Origin CityWhere Passengers Are ConnectingArrivals from North America to Central AmericaMay-Aug 2024,share of total traffic4%4%3%3%3%3%2%2%30%35%3%2%4%3%Los AngelesFort LauderdaleWashingtonAtlantaCanc

207、unSan FranciscoDallasOthersNew York CityMiamiHoustonMexicoOrlando8%8%10%11%10%8%9%8%7%6%7%6%22%15%12%9%7%HoustonMiamiAtlantaDallasFort LauderdaleMay-Aug 2024,top 5 airports%share of transfers How Passengers Are Reaching Central AmericaMay-Aug,20242+ConnectionsDirect Flight1 Connection59%39%2%MayJuly

208、JuneAugustData Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.100%20242023Amadeus.Its how travel works better.67Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology

209、 and Data SourcesTop origin markets searching for travel to Central America from Europe include Spain,Germany,UK,France,and the Netherlands.Top searched destination cities for travel to Central America from Europe include San Jose,Panama,Guatemala City,Managua,and San Salvador.Lead time from searchi

210、ng to departure date shows 44%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,34%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 22%between 0-30 days from departure.Top origin markets booking travel to Central America include Spain,Germany,Netherlands,UK,and France.These markets and rankings shift

211、slightly from search market rankings.Lead time from booking to departure date shows 45%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,36%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 19%between 0-30 days from departure.Costa Rica holds the most available seats for capacity from Europe to Central

212、 America at 41%.Panama holds the next highest volume at 39%.Spain,France,and the Germany represent the majority of arrivals to Central America from Europe.Passengers with one connection account for 57%of arrivals and those with direct flights account for 32%of arrivals from Europe to Central America

213、.Passengers with connecting flights will make these transfers in Madrid,Paris,New York City,Amsterdam,and Frankfurt.Central AmericaFocus European Source MarketAmadeus.Its how travel works better.69Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbea

214、nMethodology and Data SourcesData Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.1-15 days16-30 days31-45 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days Origin City YOY Growth 23 Rank Searches1.9M1.6M1.3M1M685K-9%1-15%210%3-4%45%5SpainGermanyUKFranceNetherlandsIn the period from May to August 2024,E

215、uropean origin markets maintain stable positioning when searching for trips to Central America with Spain maintaining its leading position.The UK and the Netherlands emerge as a notable growing markets,with resectively a 10%and 5%growth in searches compared to the same period last year.These trends

216、suggest a varied landscape in European interest in Central American destinations,with some countries experiencing declines and others showing increased curiosity.San Jose consistently stands out as the preferred destination as seen in search volumes,accounting for half of the searches for the period

217、.This emphasizes the sustained appeal of Costa Rica as a favorite destination for European travelers.While other destinations capture a smaller share of searches,the data indicates a consistent interest in these places for both short-term and long-term planning.Understanding these trends is crucial

218、for adapting marketing strategies and catering to the preferences of European travelers in Central America.78%of Europeans search to visit Central America at least one month in advance of the travel date(31-120 days),with the most popular search lead time being between 2 and 3 months prior departure

219、(23,2%in 61-90 days).20.6%23.2%16.3%5.6%20.6%European Key Origin MarketsSearches from Europe to Central America13.7%Searched to Departure Lead TimeSearches made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024100%May-Aug,2024 DeparturesMay-Aug 2024Sep-Dec,2024 DeparturesMost Sear

220、ched Central American Cities from EuropeDestination CityLong TermShort Term52%15%9%5%4%55%13%9%5%4%San JosePanamaGuatemala CityManagua San Salvador Origin Country vs.2023 Share of Bookings May-Aug,202427%18%15%15%7%Spain remain the dominant origin country in terms of GDS bookings to Central America,

221、with a share of 27%.Germany,the Netherlands and France witness an increase in their total share of GDS bookings to Central America,indicating a shifting landscape in booking preferences.These shifts suggest evolving patterns in travel preferences among European countries,emphasizing the need for tai

222、lored strategies to address changing demands.Bookings made in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024European Key Origin MarketsBooking WindowBookings from Europe to Central America1-15 days16-30 days31-45 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days19.5%25.5%4.9%14.1%22%14.1%SpainG

223、ermanyNetherlandsUKFrance100%Average of booked nights22 nights May-Aug,2024,in%of same amount of bookings made in 2023 as of February 28,2023GDS Booking From Europe to Central America By Travel MonthEuropean travelers tend to book their flight tickets in advance.From those booking to Central America

224、 from 1 to 120 days,25.5%booked their flights between 2 and 3 months prior departure.The trends in GDS bookings from Europe to Central America highlight a dynamic pattern of growth in GDS bookings from Europe to Central America throughout the summer months.In May,there was a notable 9%increase compa

225、red to the same period in the previous year,indicating a steady rise in travel interest.June experienced a substantial surge with a remarkable 27%growth,suggesting heightened travel demand during this period when compared to the prior year.July continued the positive trend with a 16%increase,while A

226、ugust saw a more moderate growth rate of 5%.These fluctuations underscore the importance of adapting strategies to align with shifting travel patterns throughout the summer months.Data Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as of February 28,2024.+9%May+27%June+16%July+5%AugustAmadeus.Its how travel

227、 works better.71Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesMay-Aug 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 2023May-Aug 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 202345,00040,00030,00025,00020,00010,00015,00005,00041%11%39%8%Avail

228、able Seats by CountryShare of Available Seats by CountryOrigin Market Focus:Air Capacity from EuropePanama87%93%110%93%Costa Rica109%105%114%106%Guatemala100%107%94%115%Honduras93%93%97%95%PanamaGuatemalaHondurasCosta RicaMayJulyJuneAugustCosta Rica and Panama emerge as dominant players,capturing 41

229、%and 39%of the total available seats from Europe to Central America.The majority of available seats from North America to Europe is led by the USA with a dominant share of 77%,followed by Canada at 18%and Mexico at 4%.Notably,Costa Rica consistently holds the highest number of available seats,with a

230、n expansion in the total number of available seats from European markets throughout the entire May to August 2024 period compared to 2023.This increase facilitates more accessible travel for European visitors to Cost Rican destinations.These trends emphasize the significance of Costa Rica and Panama

231、 as key destinations in terms of air travel capacity from Europe to Central America,underscoring the need for strategic planning by industry stakeholders to align with the evolving demand for Central American destinations.Share of Arrivals by Origin CountryWhere Are Passengers ConnectingAir Traffic

232、Arrivals from Europe to Central AmericaOrigin and Destination traffic reveals shifts compared to the previous year.Spain,although maintaining its predominant position,shows a slight decrease from 45%to 39%in the share of traffic.On the other hand,France experiences growth,climbing from 8%to 11%.The

233、collective share of other European countries increases from 11%to 14%.Notably,Germany experiences a slight increase in its share from 10%in 2023 to 11%in 2024,indicating modest growth.Madrid serves as a significant connecting hub,constituting 31%of the connections,indicating its pivotal role in faci

234、litating travel from Europe to Central America.Paris follows with a 13%share,emphasizing its importance as a connecting point.57%of passengers reach Central American destinations via one connection,while direct flights account only for 31%of total traffic,indicating the need of enhancing a seamless

235、travel experiences for European travelers when reaching Central American destinations.May-Jul 2024,share of total trafficSpainItalyOthersFranceUKGermanyNetherlandsSwitzerland31%Madrid13%Paris10%New York City9%Amsterdam5%Frankfurt May-Aug 2024,top 5 cities,%of total traffic%share of transfersHow Are

236、Passengers Reaching Central AmericaMay-Aug,20242+ConnectionsDirect Flight1 Connection57%13%31%Data Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Data as February 28,2024.6%4%14%11%8%9%39%45%11%8%9%10%8%7%5%6%100%20242023Amadeus.I

237、ts how travel works better.73Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesAppendix-Central America New RoutesData Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as of March 6,2024.Starting between May and Aug 2024New Rout

238、es Origin Country New Routes DateRaleighPanamaJun-24USAIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.7574CaribbeanSubregion OverviewAmadeus.Its how travel works better.77Travel I

239、nsights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesCaribbean SpotlightCaribbean searches are closely aligned with average search volumes for the Americas and demonstrates strong growth over 2023.The Dominican Republic leads sea

240、rches by destination country including an increase over 2023.The top searched destinations in the subregion include Punta Cana,San Juan,and Montego Bay.Top origin markets searching for travel to Caribbean include the USA,Argentina,France,UK,and Brazil.It is noteworthy that Argentina and Brazil are e

241、xperiencing strong growth over 2023.North America and Europe have the greatest air capacity overall with 77%of available seats coming from North America and 13%of available seats coming from Europe.Top booked destinations include Punta Cana,Montego Bay,Aruba Island,Pointe-a-Pitre,and Fort-de-France.

242、Hotel occupancy for the Caribbean starts the year at 41%and decreases slightly in future weeks.This pattern is influenced by shorter booking lead time with 37%of hotel bookings made within a week of arrival.Generally speaking,the Caribbean has the strongest hotel occupancy with longer booking lead t

243、imes.MayJuneJulyAugust20242023202420232024202320242023IntraregionalInteregional20242023USAArgentinaFranceTop 3 Origin Markets Searching For TravelTop 3 Searched DestinationPunta CanaSan JuanMontego BayIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTravel In

244、sights 2024|Focus on the AmericasAmadeus.Its how travel works better.79Caribbean:An OverviewHotel Occupancy by Month39%33%22%13%38%30%24%17%MayJuneJulyAugustInternational Available Seats by MonthInternational Available Seats by Month640K3.4M11M668K3.2M640K3.4M94M10M646K3.2M670K3.7M11.5M656K3.6M107.1

245、M11.7M741K3.4M636K3.2MSearches by travel datesMay-Aug,2024116MData Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Sources:Amadeus Search Analytics,Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Amadeus Sche

246、dule Analytics,Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of March 6,2024.Total Share of Traffic Arrivals by RegionTotal Share of Traffic Arrivals by RegionIntraregionalExtra-regionalDominican RepublicUS Virgin IslandsPuerto RicoTurks and CaicosJamaicaCuracaoBahamasCayman IslandsCubaBarbad

247、osArubaGuadeloupeTrinidad and TobagoSaint Marteen23%18%9%8%7%4%4%3%2%2%2%2%2%2%16%84%May-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024May-August 2024Amadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean81Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus

248、on the Americas Recovery of Global Searches to the Caribbean114%115%111%121%MayJuneJulyAugust Share of Global Searches by Destination Country20232024CaribbeanAmericas RegionMay-August 2024,by 2023 achievement in%111%109%106%115%Air Searches to the CaribbeanDominicanRepublic29%32%Cuba7%10%Jamaica10%9

249、%Puerto Rico9%8%Aruba5%6%Bahamas6%5%Curacao3%3%Barbados3%3%Guadeloupe3%3%4%3%Virgin Islands United StatesIn%,May-Aug 2023 and 2024 Searches by Top Markets to the Caribbean Origin Markets With the Highest Search Volume Growth Origin Markets Origin Markets Volume Change YOY Growth YOY Growth 23 Rank M

250、ay-Aug 2024 Searches Volume of Searches10.1M10.1M79%46%116%3-5%247%749.5M49.5M7.88M7.88M7.62M7.62M5.2M5.2MArgentinaUSAFranceUKBrazilIn absolute volumes and achievement in%YOY achievement,May-Aug 2024 vs.202310.1 M4.4 M 79%USA49.5 M2.69 M 6%Canada2 M1.4 M 223%UK2.83 M2.80M 10623%Argentina5.2M1.68 M 4

251、7%FranceData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of February 28,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as of February 28,2024.The recovery of searches from May to August 2024,compared to the 2023 levels,presents encouraging trends,surpassing the overall recovery seen for the Americas reg

252、ion.August stands out with the strongest recovery at 121%,followed closely by June and May.This data underscores the continuous interest of international travelers in Caribbean destinations.In the period from May to August 2024,the key origin markets searching for trips to the Caribbean exhibit dive

253、rse trends with notable year-over-year(YOY)growth and shifting rankings compared to 2023.The United States emerges as the top origin market with a substantial volume of searches and a 6%YOY growth.Argentina and Brazil are experiencing a remarkable growth(79%and 47%respectively)compared to the previo

254、us year(same snapshot date).France demonstrates a steady interest with a 16%YOY growth,maintaining the third rank.The surge in interest for Caribbean destinations from South American markets is unequivocally substantiated by data highlighting the markets with the highest growth in searches over the

255、analyzed period,with three out of the top five being from South America.Particularly noteworthy is the remarkable growth in searches from Chile,boasting an impressive 223%YOY increase during the specified period.Understanding the fastest-growing markets,even beyond the prominent ones,holds strategic

256、 significance for industry players seeking new opportunities.The Dominican Republic maintains its prominence as the most sought-after destination in the Carribean with an increased share of searches,rising from 29%in 2023 to 32%in 2024.Other lesser-searched countries display marginal changes,Jamaica

257、,Puerto Rico,and Aruba maintain their appeal.Overall,these trends suggest evolving preferences among travelers for Caribbean destinations,with some countries gaining prominence while others experience subtle shifts in search interest.Amadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth

258、 AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean83Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasData Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Booking Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.Top Booked Destinations27%28%P

259、unta Cana,Dominican Republic13%16%Montego Bay,Jamaica6%6%Aruba Island,Aruba6%7%Pointe-a-Pitre,GuadaloupeMay-Aug,2023 and 2024,share of BookingsGDS Air Bookings to the Caribbean5%5%Fort-de-France,Martinique20232024Available Seats to the Caribbean by Origin RegionInternational Air Capacity by Travel M

260、onthJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMay-Aug 2023 and 2024,share of total capacity6%6%202320244%13%77%4%13%77%6%6%2023202414%14%75%75%4%4%6%7%2023202474%72%4%15%17%4%20236%6%20244%14%14%76%76%4%Central America EuropeSouth America North America100%May-Jul 2024,share of total trafficAir Traffic Arrivals to th

261、e CaribbeanShare Of Origin and Destination Traffic by Origin RegionEuropeNorth AmericaCentral&South America77%9%14%100%77%9%13%20242023The data reveals consistent trends in the share of available seats by origin region to the Caribbean for the period May to August 2024.North America emerges as the p

262、rimary source of international seats to the Caribbean destinations,maintaining a steady overall capacity compared to the same period last year,with a marginal decrease in total share of available seats in August 2024.In contrast,Europe shows a slight increase in total share of available seats in Aug

263、ust 2024,rising from 15%to 17%,indicating a potential uptick in European travelers to the Caribbean during that month.While Central America and South America maintain a steady 4-6%share throughout the analyzed period,suggesting a consistent distribution of available seats to the Caribbean from these

264、 regions.Overall,these trends emphasize the ongoing importance of North America as a major source of air travel to the Caribbean,with a subtle shift in the European contribution in terms of available seats.Punta Cana maintains its popularity,holding a significant share of bookings at 27%in 2024,with

265、 a marginal decrease vs.the same period in 2023.Montego Bay remains a strong contender,with a share of 13%of total share of GDS bookings in 2024.Meanwhile,other Carribean destinations,including Aruba Islandn Pointe-a-Pitre,Fort-de-France maintain stable market shares year-over-year.These trends sugg

266、est the enduring appeal of certain Caribbean destinations,providing insights for stakeholders to focus on marketing and enhancing offerings in alignment with travelers preferences.Air traffic by origin region to the Caribbean for the period May to August 2024,suggest a continued reliance on North Am

267、erican air traffic,with North America maintaining a consistent 77%share over the period.Europe,play a substantial supporting role,with a share of traffic of 15%over the period.These findings emphasize the significance of North American markets in sustaining air travel to the Caribbean,with implicati

268、ons for stakeholders to align strategies with the dominant North American demand while also acknowledging the ongoing support from European travelers.Amadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean85Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|F

269、ocus on the AmericasData Source:Amadeus Demand360,Data as of March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Demand360+,Data as of March 6,2024.Hotel Occupancy by Travel WeekCaribbean Hotel Occupancy45%40%50%35%30%25%20%15%10%5%0May-Aug,2023 and 20242024 and 2023,Booking lead time from previous five weks of bookin

270、g activityCaribbean Hotel Booking Lead TimeBook Leading Time by Days9%3%2%1%1%1%1%10%1%7%20%18%25%8%2%2%1%1%1%1%12%1%6%16%21%27%--6091+202320242023 TotalTotal CurrentHotel occupancy rates during the period from May to August 2024 reveal a similarity to the patterns observed in

271、 2023 on the corresponding snapshot date,suggesting a consistent behavior among travelers compared to opre-COVID times.This alignment in trends may indicate a gradual return to familiar travel practices,with occupancy levels for 2024 recovering at a fast pace and surpassing 2023 levels in the week o

272、f May 5th and in early June.The observed decline in occupancy during the early summer months and August can be attributed to the reduced lead time that travelers allocate for hotel bookings,potentially influenced by factors such as last-minute planning tendencies.As the travel month approaches,occup

273、ancy rates are expected to increase accordingly.This insight underscores the importance for industry stakeholders to remain flexible and responsive to evolving trends.Although the percentage of hotel bookings made on short notice(0-7 days)remains consistent between 2023 and 2024,there is a clear ris

274、e in reservations made well in advance in 2024 compared to 2023.This suggests a shift in traveler behavior towards planning Caribbean trips earlier in 2024,potentially influenced by evolving travel preferences or market changes.5May7Jul12May14Jul19May21Jul26May28Jul2Jun4Aug9Jun11Aug16Jun18Aug23Jun25

275、Aug30Jun41%39%38%40%38%39%35%29%33%31%34%30%33%31%32%25%22%22%22%26%26%25%20%25%18%20%15%18%11%22%13%14%10%11%Amadeus.Its how travel works better.87Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTop origin markets s

276、earching for travel to the Caribbean from North America include New York City,Toronto,Chicago,Miami,and Washington.Top searched destination cities for travel to the Caribbean from North America include Punta Cana,San Juan,Montego Bay,Aruba Island,and Nassau.Lead time from searching to departure date

277、 shows 35%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,41%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 24%between 0-30 days from departure.Top origin markets booking travel to the Caribbean from North America include New York City,Atlanta,Boston,Washington,and Toronto.These markets and rankin

278、gs vary from search market rankings.Lead time from booking to departure date shows 34%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,42%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 24%between 0-30 days from departure.Puerto Rico holds the most available seats with 24%of capacity from North Amer

279、ica to the Caribbean followed by 23%of available seats for Dominican Republic.Passengers with direct flights account for 64%of arrivals from North America to the Caribbean.37%of passengers from North America will have one or more connections.Passengers with connecting flights will transfer in either

280、 Miami,Atlanta,Charlotte,New York City,or Fort Lauderdale.CaribbeanFocus North American Source MarketAmadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean89Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the Americas North American Key Origin Ma

281、rkets2.6M3%218%125%5-4%39%47.5M2.3M2.2M2.2MTorontoNew York CityMontrealBostonChicagoSearches from North America to the Caribbean Search to Departure Lead Time1-15 days18.7%16.5%19.2%15.3%16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days100%5.8%24.4%31-45 daysSearches made in October 2023-January 2024 for de

282、partures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Origin MarketsYOY Growth23 RankMay-Aug SearchesMay-Aug,2024 DeparturesSep-Dec,2024 DeparturesMost Searched Caribbean Cities from North AmericaDestination CityLong TermShort Term15%14%11%7%5%14%10%10%7%5%Punta CanaSan JuanMontego BayAruba IslandNassauNorth American Ke

283、y Origin Markets Origin Markets Share of Bookings(May-Aug 24)vs.2311%32%7%6%6%AtlantaNew York CityBostonWashingtonTorontoBookings from North America to the Caribbean Booking Window1-15 days18.2%16.4%20.2%13.6%16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days100%6.2%25.4%31-45 daysNew York City maintains its

284、 leading position as the most active North American city searching for trips to the Caribbean with a substantial 18%YOY growth,solidifying its status as the top-ranking origin market.Chicago emerges as a standout origin city experiencing significant growth,with a noteworthy 25%YOY increase,elevating

285、 it to the fifth rank from its previous position.Washington,D.C.,also exhibits a positive trend with a 9%YOY growth,maintaining its fourth-place ranking.In the short term travel planning from May to August,2024,Punta Cana emerges as the top choice for North American travelers,with 15%of share of sea

286、rches,followed by San Juan(14%),and Montego Bay(11%).Aruba Island and Nassau also make the list with 7%and 5%,respectively.Looking at trips planned for the long term(Sep-Dec,2024),Punta Cana maintains its popularity,with 14%of the departures.Montego Bay and San Juan remain popular choices,each captu

287、ring 10%of the departures.Aruba Island and Nassau also maintain consistent appeal,both accounting for 7%and 5%,respectively.In the short term travel planning from May to August,2024,Punta Cana emerges as the top choice for North American travelers,accounting for 15%of share of searches,followed by S

288、an Juan at 14%,and Montego Bay at 11%.Aruba Island and Nassau also make the list with 7%and 5%,respectively,reflecting diverse interests in Caribbean destinations that offer a range of leisure experiences.New York City stands out as a dominant origin market,contributing 32%of total share of GDS book

289、ings to the Caribbean for the period May-Aug 2024.This indicates its strong influence as a starting point for travelers heading to the Caribbean.Secondly,Atlanta,Boston,and Washington also show an increase in their respective shares,indicating a broader distribution of bookings across multiple North

290、 American cities.Atlanta,with an 11%share,emerges as a significant contributor,possibly reflecting increased travel interest or marketing efforts in the region.The booking period of North Americans is aligned with the searching period by these visitors for flight to the Caribbean.49%of travelers hav

291、e concluded their bookings to the Caribbean up to one-and-a-half months before departure(1-45 days),and half of those travelers(25.4%)booked their flights between 31 and 45 days prior the travel date.Across the analyzed period,June stands out as the best-performing month,with GDS bookings recovering

292、 to 99%of 2023 levels.The data also suggests a potential shift towards shorter booking lead times for North American travelers heading to the Caribbean in 2024.Bookings done in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Average of Booked Nights8 NightsGDS Bookings from North Am

293、erica to the Caribbean by Travel MonthMay-Aug,2024,in%of same amount of bookings made in 2023 as of February 28,2023Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.-9%May-1%June-10%July-9%AugustAmadeus.Its how travel works better.

294、IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean91Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasOrigin Market Focus:Air Capacity from North America Available Seats by CountryMay-Aug,2024,in absolute volumes and%of 2023MayJulyJuneAugust0800,000700,000500,000600,0

295、00300,000100,000400,000200,000Puerto Rico95%107%94%DominicanRepublicJamaicaBahamasCubaArubaUS Virgin IslandTurks and CaicosCayman IslandsTrinidad and TobagoOthers96%104%95%91%100%98%67%91%99%118%109%105%105%81%76%73%78%116%137%153%108%131%125%126%157%105%128%120%122%146%101%114%120%94%144%110%110%14

296、0%142%111%92%Share of Available Seats by CountryMay-Aug,2024BahamasJamaicaDominican RepublicPuerto RicoArubaCubaUS Virgin IslandsTurks and CaicosTrinidad&TobagoCayman IslandsOthers24%23%12%9%7%4%3%3%2%2%11%Data Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Traffic Analyt

297、ics,Traffic at O&D Level,Data as March 6,2024.May-Aug 2024,top 5 cities Where are Passengers Connecting?13%21%11%10%8%AtlantaMiamiCharlotteNew York CityFort Lauderdale%Share of TransfersShare of Origin and Destination Traffic by Origin CityAir Traffic from North America to the CaribbeanOrlandoFort L

298、auderdaleMiamiNYCWashingtonBostonTorontoAtlantaMontrealOthersPhiladelphiaMay-Aug 2024,share of total traffic How are Passengers Reaching the Caribbean?1 ConnectionDirect Flight2+Connections35%64%2%100%20%22%7%8%7%7%5%7%5%5%4%4%4%4%3%3%3%3%3%3%38%34%20242023The number of available seats from North Am

299、erica to the Caribbean for the period May-August 2024 reveals dynamic variations in each destination country compared to the same period in 2023.Notable increases in available seats are observed in key destinations such as the Dominican Republic,the Bahamas,and the US Virgin Islands,surpassing 2023

300、levels over the period.Conversely,destinations like Trinidad&Tobago experience fluctuations across the months.The data on the share of origin and destination traffic from North America to the Caribbean for the period May-August 2024 compared to 2023 indicates several key trends.New York City continu

301、es to be the origin city with the highest share of origin and destination traffic from North America to the Caribbean for the period May-August 2024,with a 20%share in 2024.However,the overall trends show a slight shift,with a notable increase in the“Others”category,suggesting a more distributed tra

302、ffic pattern across various origin cities.The data on passenger connections from North America to the Caribbean for the period May-August 2024 highlights key trends.Miami serves as a significant connecting hub,representing 21%of the connections for passengers from North America to the Carribean,with

303、 by Atlanta and Charlotte closely following with respectively 13%and 11%,share of transfers.A majority of passengers opt for direct flights,constituting 64%of the total,while 35%opt for a flight with one connection.These trends provide insights into the preferred connecting cities and the popularity

304、 of direct flights,guiding destinations in their work with airlines and other industry stakeholders in optimizing routes and services to meet passenger demands efficiently.Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic consistently maintains their leading position with the highest share of available seats with

305、a share respectively of 24%and 23%of available seats from North America to the Caribbean.Jamaica and the Bahamas follow with 12%and 9%.The Turks&Caicos Islands,Cayman Islands,and Trinidad&Tobago each contribute 2-3%,emphasizing their significance in the overall distribution.The“Others”category colle

306、ctively represents 11%of the available seats,indicating availability of seats from smaller destination countries,suggesting seamless traveler journey for North American travelers heading to the Caribbean.Amadeus.Its how travel works better.93Travel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasIntroductionNort

307、h AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbeanMethodology and Data SourcesTop origin markets searching for travel to the Caribbean from Europe include France,UK,Germany,Spain,and Italy.Top searched destination cities for travel to the Caribbean from Europe include Punta Cana,Havana,Pointe-a-Pitre,Sa

308、nto Domingo and Fort-de-France.Lead time from searching to departure date shows 37%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,38%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 24%between 0-30 days from departure.Top origin markets booking travel to Caribbean from Europe include France,UK,Spai

309、n,Germany,and Italy.These markets and rankings shift slightly from search market rankings.Lead time from booking to departure date shows 46%of searches happening more than 60 days from departure,39%between 31 and 60 days from departure,and 15%between 0-30 days from departure.Dominican Republic holds

310、 the most available seats with 20%of capacity from Europe to the Caribbean followed by 14%of available seats for Cuba.France,UK,Spain,and Netherlands represent the majority of arrivals to the Caribbean from Europe.Passengers with direct flights account for 70%of arrivals from Europe to the Caribbean

311、.27%of passengers from Europe will have one connection.Passengers with connecting flights will transfer in Madrid,Paris,London,Amsterdam,or New York City.Focus European Source Market CaribbeanAmadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean95Methodol

312、ogy and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the Americas European Key Origin MarketsSearches from Europe to the CaribbeanSearch to Departure Lead Time1-15 days17%17%24%15%16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days100%1%20%31-45 daysSearches done in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05

313、/02/2024-10/03/202481.2M-5%116%2-11%3-9%412%592.8M24.8M17.8M16.2MUKFranceGermanySpainItalyOrigin MarketsYOY Growth24 RankMay-Aug SearchesMay-Aug,2024 DeparturesSep-Dec,2024 DeparturesDestination CityLong TermShort Term14%14%8%7%6%16%12%7%7%7%Punta CanaHavanaPointe-a-PitreSanto DomingoFort-de-FranceB

314、ridgetownMost Searched Caribbean Cities from Europe European Key Origin Markets Origin Markets Share of Bookings May-Aug,2024 vs.2322%46%9%7%5%UKFranceGermanyItalySpainBookings from Europe to the Caribbean Booking Window1-15 days22%17%24.9%20.9%16-30 days46-60 days61-90 days91-120 days100%0%11.4%8.7

315、%31-45 daysBookings done in October 2023-January 2024 for departures in 05/02/2024-10/03/2024Average of Booked Nights15 NightsGDS Bookings from Europe to the Caribbean by Travel MonthMay-Aug,2024,in%of same amount of bookings made in 2023 as of February 28,2023Data Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Da

316、ta as March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Bookings Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.+10%May+16%June-1%July+17%AugustFrance takes the lead as the top origin market,showcasing a significant 16%year-over-year(YOY)growth.Italy stands out as a growing origin market demonstrating a noteworthy positive growth o

317、f 12%in comparison to the corresponding period last year,solidifying its status as one of the top five European origin markets for the May-August 2024 period.In the short term travel planning from May to August,2024,Punta Cana and Havana emerge as the top choice for Europan travelers,each accounting

318、 for 14%of share of searches.Pointe-a-Pitre,Santo Domingo,and Fort-de-France also receive a high share of searches with 8%,7%,and 6%,respectively,reflecting diverse interests in Caribbean destinations that offer a range of leisure experiences.For long-term planning in the later months of 2024,Punta

319、Cana remains popular and increases to 16%.Havana maintains a significant share at 12%,while Bridgetown,and Pointe-a-Pitre both capture 7%.Within the 4 months search peridod(October-January),24%of travelers searched to visit the destination in up to one month of the search date.This demonstrates that

320、 the geographical distance between the Caribbean and Europe does not stop travelers to plan their trip last minute.France maintains a dominant position in terms of GDS bookings to the Carribean with 46%of total share.The United Kingdom(UK)stands out with a 22%share,showing an increase in bookings.Sp

321、ain,Germany,and Italy follow,contributing 9%,7%,and 5%,respectively,all displaying an upward trend in bookings compared to 2023.The trends in GDS bookings from Europe to the Caribbean from May-August,2024 indicate consistently strong performance vs,the same period last year.Growth is consistent thro

322、ughout the period with June and August,experiencing the strongest performance with respectively a YOY growth of 16%and 17%.Nearly a quarter(24.9%)of travelers originating in Europe to the Caribbean book their flights between 2 and 3 months of the departure date.Despite potential travelers searching

323、actively for last minute(1-30 days)flights,the mejority conclude their booking activity in advance of the travel date.Amadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean97Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the Americas146%109%112%

324、Origin Market FocusEurope-Key Players and New Routes Available Seats by CountryMay-August 2024,in absolute volumes and%of 202350,00030,00010,000Dominican Republic93%115%108%115%111%87%85%102%97%105%99%101%98%99%106%138%142%147%106%111%131%119%85%81%86%84%91%87%87%89%102%98%100%102%109%109%111%104%11

325、4%114%CubaGuadeloupeMartiniqueCuracaoJamaicaBarbadosBonaire Saint Eustatius and SabaArubaBahamasOthers90,00070,000110,00096%May-Aug 2024,Top 5 AirportsMay-Aug 2024 Where are Passengers Connecting?14%Paris23%Madrid13%London10%Amsterdam8%New York City%Share of TransfersAir Arrivals from Europe to the

326、Caribbean How are Passengers Reaching the Caribbean?7%70%2%1 ConnectionNo Connections2+ConnectionsData Source:Amadeus Schedule Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.Data Source:Amadeus Traffic Analytics,Traffic at O&D Level,Data as March 6,2024.Share of Origin and Destination Traffic by Origin CitySpainNet

327、herlandsUKFranceItalyRussiaGermanyPortugalOthers May-Aug 2024,share of total traffic100%31%32%19%21%14%15%10%10%7%5%4%4%5%3%2%3%7%6%20242023MayJulyJuneAugustAvailable seats from Europe to the Caribbean for May to August 2024 highlight the Dominican Republic has the most connected destination in the

328、market with the highest number of available seats,accounting for 20%of share of total seats.Cuba and Guadeloupe follow suit with respectively 14%and 13%total share.Most destinations show positive growth,having surpassed the level of available seats of 2023 for the period.Notably,Curacao,Barbados,and

329、 Jamaica are experiencing particularly significant increases.France remains the primary contributor to traffic followed by the UK,Spain and the Netherlands.Germany shows a notable increase of share of traffic arrivals,jumping from 5%in 2023 to 7%in 2024.These shifts in the share of traffic by origin

330、 city suggest evolving travel patterns,emphasizing the importance of adapting marketing strategies and services to cater to the changing preferences and interests of European travelers to the Caribbean.Madrid emerges as as the primary hub where passengers connect upon reaching the Carribean,accounti

331、ng for 23%of total connections.Most passengers opt for a direct flight,accounting for 70%of the total,while passengers opting for one connection constitute 27%.These patterns suggest that Madrid plays a crucial role as a connecting hub for European travelers heading to the Carribean emphasizing its

332、strategic significance in facilitating air travel between the two regions.Share of Available Seats by CountryMay-Aug 2024,%of total shareBahamasSt.LuciaTrinidad&TobagoOthers GuadeloupeMartiniqueCuracaoJamaicaBarbadosBonaire Saint Eustatius&SabaArubaDominican RepublicCuba20%14%13%11%8%6%3%3%3%2%2%2%1

333、2%Amadeus.Its how travel works better.IntroductionNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaCaribbean99Methodology and Data SourcesTravel Insights 2024|Focus on the AmericasData Source:Amadeus Search Analytics,Data as March 6,2024.Origin Market Focus:North America New Routes to CaribbeanStarting between May-August 2024New Routes Origin Country New routes DatePuerto RicoNew OrleansSan JuanMay-24West