CPT INTERNATIONAL SCHEDULE FOR MAY TO OCTOBER 2023: 19 AIRLINES AND 25 DESTINATIONS

highly among international tourists. Bars & Pubs were the third most popular point of interest, with an average dwell time of 3.0 hours.Additionally, international tourists spent the longest time at zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks, with an average of 4.1 hours spent at these attractions.

Among the wine farms on the route, Spier received the highest number of visits, followed by Skilpadvlei and Zevenwacht Wine Estates. Notably, Lovane Boutique Wine Estate stood out with the longest average dwell time of 4.1 hours in January 2023.

3rd Quarter Outlook

On the back of solid growth during the first quarter and the 2nd Quarter entry month of 2023, the forecast remains favourable as the province enters its winter season.

Source: Wesgro-IQ-Western-Cape-Tourism-Performance

Bookings recorded so far through major airlines for the months of May, June, July, August and September, the promise of tourists pouring into Cape Town and the Western Cape is looking extremely promising.

Conclusion

The 2023 Report on Tourism for the Western Cape & Cape Town paints an optimistic picture of the tourism industry in the region. With impressive growth in international tourist numbers and a steady recovery in domestic tourism, there are promising signs of surpassing pre-pandemic levels. The report highlights the significant contributions of overseas markets, particularly the UK, Germany, and the USA, and emphasises the importance of key attractions in driving visitor numbers. By leveraging mobile location data insights, a more comprehensive understanding of visitor behaviour and trends can be achieved, facilitating effective tourism strategies and planning for Western Cape. n

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BY JESSIE TAYLOR