Thursday, October 3, 2024 As Americans prepare for their winter getaways in 2024-2025, their interest in Caribbean destinations has notably increased, particularly towards Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, and the Mexican Caribbean. This trend is further supported by data from Mabrian travel intelligence, which highlights the Caribbean as a preferred winter escape for American travelers. Key Insights from Mabrian Travel Intelligence Mabrian’s analysis shows that Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, and the Mexican Caribbean are poised to benefit significantly from this growing travel demand.
The data was derived from Mabrian’s Share of Searches Index, which tracks flight search behaviors to assess market interest in various destinations. This index focuses on search activities from the top 20 American airports, representing 85% of the total international air connectivity from the U.S.
The analysis monitored flight searches for trips planned between November 2024 and February 2025. The United States has historically been a vital source market for Caribbean tourism, especially during the winter season. The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) reported approximately 16.
3 million stay-over arrivals from the U.S. in 2023, reflecting a 12.
7% year-over-year increase. Overall, the Caribbean welcomed around 32.2 million international travelers in 2023, underlining its appeal.
Costa Rica’s Rising Popularity Among the destinations analyzed, Costa Rica exhibited the most substantial growth in inspirati.