Tourism is a major global industry, yet its importance varies dramatically by country. For some nations, tourism is simply one sector among many. For others, it is the backbone of the economy.
Using data from UN Tourism and Gross Domestic Product figures from the IMF, this gallery looks at the countries most dependent on tourism. The percentage shown next to each country represents the share of its total GDP that comes directly and indirectly from tourism. In simple terms, it shows how much of that country’s economy depends on visitor spending, such as hotels, restaurants, transport, entertainment, and related services.
Click on to explore the top 30 countries most dependent on tourism.