Some tourists will not spare any expense when it comes to traveling. Some cities are better suited to attract these tourists.

Many international travelers are now looking to cross off the most desirable destinations from their bucket list. From the luxurious desert city, Dubai, to the city that is synonymous with love and light, Paris. Some are looking to experience the luxurious experiences that they missed when the pandemic halted the world.

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The World Travel and Tourism Council, (WTTC), has released a list of the top 10 international cities that will have the highest spending by international travelers in 2022.

Cities of Opulence

Dubai topped the list last year, followed by Doha, Qatar, which is located nearby.

Rank

City

Country/Region

Income from International Tourists (By 2022)

1

Dubai

UAE

$29.42B

2

Doha

Qatar

$16.79B

3

London

UK

$16.07B

4

Macau

Macau SAR

$15.58B

5

Amsterdam

Netherlands

$13.59B

6

Istanbul

Turkiye

$13.13B

7

Barcelona

Spain

$12.73B

8

New York

U.S.

$12.45B

9

Singapore

Singapore

$10.97B

10

Paris

France

$9.76B

Singapore and Macau were the only cities from East Asia on the list, while New York was the only city in the Americas.

This list is different from others.

Tourism spending

This would also include domestic travel expenditures. The ranking is better for large countries such as the United States or China.

City Spotlight - Destinations Preferred by Big Spenders

Luxury travel is synonymous with five-star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants. It also includes luxury shopping outlets, retail outlets, and other experiences. These cities offer their international visitors just that.

1. Dubai

Dubai is a city that offers a variety of extravagant experiences to international visitors. From the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, to desert excursions and yachting, Dubai has something for everyone. Dubai's tax-free high-end shopping, and commitment to providing an extravagant experience have made it a popular travel destination among luxury shoppers around the globe.

The city's location is also important. Dubai is located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa and has one of the busiest and most well-connected airports in the world.

In 2022, international travelers will spend close to $30 billion dollars in the city.

3. London

London is a popular destination for ultra-wealthy travelers. As a result, it offers a wide range of amenities. London has more five-star hotels than any other major city. London also offers ultra-wealthy visitors access to world-famous landmarks, museums, galleries and high-end designer stores.

The UK's biggest city is also home to a large number of tourists, which contributes to its popularity.

16 billion dollars

Global visitors in 2022 spent in the city

4. Macau

Macau, the gambling capital of Asia, has attracted international tourists for many years. As the city began to grow, however, it became a magnet for international tourists.

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After the pandemic, its tourism strategy has made it a stronger international tourist destination.

Outside tourists generated $15.6 billion dollars in 2022. This number is expected to increase over the next decade. This growth is being driven by

China

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Hong Kong

The majority of visitors come from.

Note: Macau, although now part of China, remains a Special Administrative Region (SAR) under the principle 'One Country, Two Systems.

Transforming Travel Trends

Travel is a global industry that continues to recover after the pandemic. This is good news for many nations who have suffered economically.

Tourism is a major source of income

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Many tourists flock to the country as travel restrictions are lifted

remote destinations

That were less traveled. This WTTC study is proof, however, that iconic cities around the world are returning to tourist itineraries.