Travel And Tourism in Algeria

Euromonitor International's Travel And Tourism in Algeria report offers a comprehensive guide to the market at a national level. It looks at travel accommodation, transportation, car rental, tourist attractions and retail travel. It identifies the leading companies and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market, including background information on disposable income, annual leave and holiday taking habits.

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Airline capacity and utilisation; Arrivals by country of origin; Arrivals by mode of transport; Arrivals by purpose of visit; Car rental services by sector; Demand factors; Departures by destination; Departures by mode of transport; Departures by purpose of visit; Domestic tourism by destination; Domestic tourism by mode of transport; Tourism receipts and expenditure; Tourist attractions; Transportation; Travel accommodation; Travel retail services

Executive summary

Government Leads Efforts to Promote Algerian Travel and Tourism

During the review period, Algeria’s Ministry of Tourism made renewed efforts to increase the number of tourists visiting the country. In particular, it sought to promote Algeria as being just as viable and attractive a destination for tourists as neighbouring countries. The main impact of the government’s strategy was the rigorous restructuring of a number of travel and tourism sectors in Algeria. An increasing number of foreign companies invested in travel accommodation such as hotels, for example, while travel retail services were expanded consistently in response to rising inbound tourism. However, security and safety concerns remained one of the most significant obstacles for the government in its attempts to promote the country as an attractive tourist destination. Over the forecast period, the development of travel and tourism in Algeria will remain heavily dependent on the government’s ability to maintain security and clearly communicate that it is a safe place for foreign visitors. In addition, all other stakeholders will have to work with the government to ensure the continued participation of foreign investors, which is essential to the success of Algerian tourism.

Niche Tourism Provides Significant Opportunities for Development

Niche or specialist tourism in Algeria continued to develop positively during the review period. Among the most impressive performers were health and wellness tourism, religious tourism (Algeria has many well-preserved Christian and Judaic sites), eco-tourism and agro-tourism. While Algeria is becoming a more popular destination for traditional vacations, it is also proving increasingly attractive for tourists who are interested in alternative holidays. Apart from relaxing and general sightseeing, these visitors wish to enjoy the diverse experiences offered by the country’s unique geographical, cultural, religious and historical features. Given Algeria’s vast desert areas, eco-tourism in particular holds much potential, and the government could benefit greatly from investment in this area.

Algerian Nationals Account for the Highest Share of Inbound Arrivals in 2005

Algerians living abroad and travellers from neighbouring Tunisia represented the highest proportion of the 1.22 million people who visited Algeria in 2005. This figure reflected an increase of 7% on 2004. French visitors continued to account for the highest share of travellers from other countries, while the number of visitors from Italy and Germany increased steadily. While the number of Algerians living abroad remained relatively stable, the number of expatriates who opted to return to Algeria for a visit increased significantly. Returning nationals are of great importance to the domestic economy, and the government could benefit considerably from the development of initiatives to facilitate these visitors. For example, the government could ease customs and entry procedures for Algerians living abroad who return to the country to visit friends or conduct business. In addition, some sort of ‘return to the homeland’ promotion could tap into the national pride of Algerians living abroad and encourage them to visit their country of origin.

Table of contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

GOVERNMENT LEADS EFFORTS TO PROMOTE ALGERIAN TRAVEL AND TOURISM

NICHE TOURISM PROVIDES SIGNIFICANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR DEVELOPMENT

ALGERIAN NATIONALS ACCOUNT FOR THE HIGHEST SHARE OF INBOUND ARRIVALS IN 2005

KEY TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS

GOVERNMENT ACTIONS SET THE TONE FOR THE EXPANSION OF TOURISM SERVICES

Outlook

Impact

NICHE TOURISM OFFERS IMPORTANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOUTHERN ALGERIA

Outlook

Impact

RETURNING ALGERIAN NATIONALS REPRESENT THE BULK OF INBOUND ARRIVALS IN 2005

Outlook

Impact

TRAVEL ACCOMMODATION

Government plans to boost Algeria’s travel accomodation capacity by 2015

Interest of international hotel groups in Algeria continues to grow

Investment will remain centred in and around designated tourist zones

TRANSPORTATION

Air transportation benefits from more french-Algerian links

Tassili airlines emerges as a new competitor in 2006

Air Algérie proves slow in adapting to a tougher competitive environment

Development of Algeria’s rail network will offer new tourism opportunities

TRAVEL RETAIL

Smaller players emerge to offer niche packages and exclusive destinations

Travel retail players must work harder to attract domestic consumers

Travel retail internet services remain severely underdeveloped

MARKET DATA

Table 1 Length of Trip: 2000-2005

Table 2 Arrivals by Country of Origin: 2000-2005

Table 3 Arrivals by Method of Transport: 2000-2005

Table 4 Arrivals by Purpose of Visit: 2000-2005

Table 5 Departures: 2000-2005

Table 6 Departures by Destination: 2000-2005

Table 7 Departures by Mode of Transport: 2000-2005

Table 8 Departures by Purpose of Visit: 2000-2005

Table 9 Domestic Trips by Mode of Transport: 2000-2005

Table 10 Incoming Tourist Receipts: 2000-2005

Table 11 Incoming Tourist Receipts % Growth: 2000-2005

Table 12 Outgoing Tourism Expenditure: 2000-2005

Table 13 Outgoing Tourism Expenditure % Growth: 2000-2005

Table 14 Domestic Tourist Expenditure: 2000-2005

Table 15 Forecast Arrivals by Country of Origin: 2005-2010

Table 16 Forecast Arrivals by Method of Transport: 2005-2010

Table 17 Forecast Departures: 2005-2010

Table 18 Forecast Departures by Destination: 2005-2010

Table 19 Forecast Departures by Mode of Transport: 2005-2010

Table 20 Forecast Incoming Tourist Receipts: 2005-2010

Table 21 Forecast Domestic Tourist Expenditure: 2005-2010

Table 22 Forecast Outgoing Tourism Expenditure: 2005-2010

SECTOR DATA

Table 23 Hotels: Units 2000-2005

Table 24 Regional Hotel Parameters 2005

Table 25 Travel Accommodation Sales by Sector: Value 2000-2005

Table 26 Travel Accommodation Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 27 Hotel Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 28 Hotel Company Rankings 2005

Table 29 Forecast Hotels: Units 2005-2010

Table 30 Forecast Travel Accommodation Sales by Sector: Value 2005-2010

Table 31 Forecast Travel Accommodation Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2005-2010

Table 32 Forecast Hotel Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2005-2010

Table 33 Transportation Sales by Sector: Value 2000-2005

Table 34 Airline Company Rankings 2005

Table 35 Transportation Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 36 Air Travel Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 37 Forecast Transportation Sales by Sector: Value 2005-2010

Table 38 Forecast Transportation Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2005-2010

Table 39 Forecast Air Travel Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 40 Car Rental Sales: Value 2000-2005

Table 41 Car Rental Company Rankings 2005

Table 42 Car Rental Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 43 Forecast Car Rental Sales: Value 2005-2010

Table 44 Forecast Car Rental Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2005-2010

Table 45 Travel Retail Outlets: Units 2000-2005

Table 46 Travel Retail Sales: 2000-2005

Table 47 Travel Retail Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2000-2005

Table 48 Travel Retail Company Rankings 2005

Table 49 Forecast Travel Retail Outlets: Units 2005-2010

Table 50 Forecast Travel Retail Sales: 2005-2010

Table 51 Forecast Travel Retail Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2005-2010

Table 52 Tourist Attractions: Value 2000-2005

Table 53 Tourist Attractions Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2001-2005

Table 54 Forecast Tourist Attractions: Value 2005-2010

Table 55 Forecast Tourist Attractions Internet Sales: Internet Transaction Value 2005-2010

DEFINITIONS

TRAVEL AND TOURISM

DEMAND FACTORS

Length of Trip

TOURISM PARAMETERS

Arrivals

Departures

Outgoing tourism expenditure

Domestic tourists

Domestic trips

Domestic tourist expenditure

TRAVEL ACCOMMODATION

Hotels

Other travel accommodation

Number of bed nights

Occupancy rates

Number of rooms and beds

TRANSPORTATION

Air

Other transportation

CAR RENTAL

TRAVEL RETAIL

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

INTERNET SALES

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