Belize’s tourism industry had a banner year in 2024, with a major surge in overnight stays fueling a fresh wave of revenue for the country. While cruise ship arrivals held steady compared to the previous year, it was the sharp rise in overnight visitors that made the real difference—bringing in more money and creating a ripple effect across the economy. From hotels and restaurants to transportation and tour operators, the tourism boom gave a boost to several key industries, reinforcing the sector’s role as a powerhouse in Belize’s economic engine.
Prime Minister John Briceño
“Stayover tourist arrivals tourist arrival exceeded pre-pandemic figures rising by ten point seven percent, credited to effective marketing strategies and an increase in airlift capacity, compared to 2023 arrivals jumped by nineteen point six percent, whereas cruise visitors numbers were almost identical.”