Tourism is booming in places like Hong Kong, Vatican City, Switzerland, and Iceland—so much so that visitors now far outnumber locals. Go2Africa’s latest ranking lists destinations where crowds dominate, with Vatican leading at over 7,700 tourists per resident. Scenic beauty, cultural heritage, and seasonal draws continue to attract millions yearly, even as local infrastructure struggles to keep up. Travel demand shows no signs of slowing.
What Happens When Tourists Outnumber Locals?

Anamika Chauhan is a Senior Content Writer at TBO Academy. Specializing in B2B content, she works closely with the marketing team to bring out the outlook about the industry in her write-ups. Connect with her on LinkedIn or write to her at anamika.chauhan@tbo.com