Morocco's Tourism Surged in September Despite Earthquake
Key Points
- Morocco's tourism sector saw an 8.5% increase in international travelers in September 2023 compared to 2019.
- A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Atlas Mountains on September 8, causing temporary suspensions by tour operators.
- International travel to Morocco rose by 44% from January to September 2023 in comparison to the same period in 2019.
Summary
In September 2023, Morocco's tourism industry experienced significant growth despite a devastating earthquake on September 8. The country welcomed 960,000 international travelers, marking an 8.5% increase over September 2019. Despite temporary disruptions by tour operators due to the earthquake, international travel to Morocco increased by 44% from January to September 2023 compared to the same period in 2019.
The September 8 earthquake did not halt Morocco's post-pandemic tourism boom. The country welcomed 960,000 international travelers in September, up 8.5% from the same month in 2019, according to the the Morocco Tourism Office's latest data. Between January and September, international travel to Morocco rose 44% compared to the same period in 2019.
On September 8, a devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Atlas Mountains. Multiple tour operators temporarily canceled or suspended operations in the immediate aftermath.
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