06-05-2025
Qatar Bets on Sports to Hit 2030 Tourism Goal Ahead of Schedule
Qatar spent billions of dollars preparing for the 2022 World Cup, betting that the global spotlight would spark a lasting tourism boom. Three years on, that gamble appears to be paying off.
International tourist arrivals surged to 5.1 million last year, up 25% from 2023. Nearly 2 million people have visited Qatar so far this year, fueling optimism among tourism officials that the gas-rich nation could surpass its targets ahead of schedule.
