The data regarding Vacation and Golf Tourism on the Costa del Sol—which spans the coastal strip between the borders of Nerja and the Sotogrande urbanization in Cadiz—are increasingly enlightening. Until entities and administrations decide to join forces to develop new revenue streams and an alternative industry for our autonomous community and, by extension, our nation, the reports from Andalusian tourism boards and companies have shared this highly important data to continue supporting an industry that generates more and more income for both the regional and national economies.
Taking into account significant data—such as Malaga Airport increasing its flights by 13.7% and generating 25 new routes (13 of which are with Germany), or the fact that the Costa del Sol accounts for 40% of the tourism industry’s weight in the Autonomous Community of Andalusia—we can objectively summarize the 7 reasons to continue betting on Vacation and Golf Tourism on the Costa del Sol:
Vacation Tourism on the Costa del Sol
325 days of sunshine a year and more than 160 kilometers of beaches.
Between June and September, 5.2 million tourists arrived on the Costa del Sol, representing a 6% increase.
Its economic impact reaches 4.475 billion euros, a 21% increase.
It has achieved the highest number of hotel overnight stays in history: 6.6 million (surpassing 2008 figures).
Domestic tourists have returned to a path of growth: +22,352 in hotels.
The average travel budget increased from 755 euros in 2012 to 860 euros last summer.
The Costa del Sol has consolidated itself as the third coastal area with the most travelers in Spain.
Golf Tourism on the Costa del Sol
It is a pioneer destination for promoting Golf in Spain and the first continental destination with 73 golf courses on the so-called “Costa del Golf” (from Nerja to Sotogrande).
Almost 50% of European tourists choose the Costa del Sol when they arrive in Spain.
The average expenditure is €203 per day.
The average stay is valued at 9.79 days.
The majority travel as a couple (60.1%) and stay in 4- and 5-star hotels.
Destination rating: Notably high, scoring 8.17 out of 10.
90% of the tourists surveyed recommend the Costa del Sol for playing golf.
We could continue sharing statistics, such as the fact that 65.6% of passengers choose Malaga Airport when traveling to Andalusia, or how 22% of all golf courses in Spain are Andalusian—and of that 22%, almost half (49%) are located on the Costa del Sol.
The data collected in the reports from the entities in charge of promoting tourism are highly relevant and conclusive, proving that we must continue supporting an industry with such a promising future. What do you think?
