Tourism is driving a profound transformation in Mexico’s lodging sector. With sustained growth exceeding the global average and urban demand outpacing traditional hotel supply, flexible models such as Airbnb are gaining ground, especially in cities like Mexico City. This shift opens up new opportunities for real estate development, professionalized management, and hybrid investment models as we look toward 2030.
International tourism continues to consolidate its position as one of the main sources of income for the global economy.
The country is not only attracting a significant volume of visitors, but has also achieved a structural change in the profile of tourists. Peru is thus consolidating its position as a high-value destination, with an economic impact that defies political fragility.
According to the World Economic Forum, the industry could grow to 30 billion trips by 2034, generate US$16 trillion in GDP, and create millions of jobs... provided environmental, energy and labor challenges are addressed.
In recent months, the increase in tourist arrivals has boosted consumption in various sectors; however, this "respite" is expected to be temporary and does not reflect a structural improvement in the local economy.
The main driver of the recovery in business travel has been conference tourism.