Türkiye Earns $25B in 6 Months, Cements Global Tourism Status

Türkiye has exceeded forecasts by generating over twenty-five billion dollars in tourism income during the first half of 2025, a performance that not only signals a robust post-pandemic recovery but also reinforces the nation’s standing as one of the world’s premier travel destinations. This remarkable achievement is driven by soaring international arrivals, strategic tourism investments, and expanded offerings that continue to attract travelers from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. During the first six months of 2025, Türkiye’s tourism industry surged ahead, generating an unprecedented twenty-five point eight billion dollars in revenue—marking a 7.6 percent increase from the previous year and underscoring the sector’s ongoing momentum and resilience. Türkiye has exceeded forecasts by generating over twenty-five billion dollars in tourism income during the first half of 2025, a performance that not only signals a robust post-pandemic recovery but also reinforces the nation’s standing as one of the world’s premier travel destinations. This remarkable achievement is driven by soaring international arrivals, strategic tourism investments, and expanded offerings that continue to attract travelers from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. During the first six months of 2025, Türkiye’s tourism industry surged ahead, generating an unprecedented twenty-five point eight billion dollars in revenue—marking a 7.6 percent increase from the previous year and underscoring the sector’s ongoing momentum and resilience.