The global luxury travel market size was valued at USD 367.47 million in 2024 and is expected to be worth USD 383.93 million in 2025. The market is projected to reach USD 569.63 million by 2032, recording a CAGR of 5.80% during the forecast period.
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) quotes more than 975 million tourists to have traveled internationally over January to September 2023, a 38% rise over the same period in the previous year. This indicates a surge in the number of international tourists, which is a vital factor anticipated to open doors to lucrative opportunities for luxury travel industry players. These travel services are centered on offering enhanced privacy options, exclusivity, personalized services, and luxurious comfort to travelers through high-end accommodations and luxury cruise and safaris.
However, the market recorded a significant impact during the COVID-19 pandemic with the enforcement of lockdown restrictions and the adoption of remote work culture. The year 2020 depicted a loss of more than 74% in international tourist arrivals, cites the UNWTO.
Fortune Business Insights™ provides this information in its research report, titled “luxury travel Market, 2025-2032”.
Segmentation:
Leisure Segment Accounted for Major Share with Rising Disposable Income
Based on purpose, the market is subdivided into leisure and business. In 2024, the leisure segment garnered a dominant share in the global market with the rising popularity of experiential travel and the escalating disposable income across various regions.
Domestic Segment Recorded Key Share Owing to Soaring Popularity of Short Trips
On the basis of passengers, the luxury travel markettherapy Market is fragmented into domestic and international. The domestic segment accounted for a leading market share in 2024 considering the mounting popularity of short trips and weekend gateways.
Non-High Net Worth Individuals Segment Held Major Market Share Impelled by Surging Disposable Income
By target clientele, the market is bifurcated into high net worth (HNW) individuals and non-high net worth individuals. In 2024, the non-high net worth individuals segment recorded a key share in the global market driven by the escalating disposable income among the middle-class population.
Airfares & Lodging Segment Registered Prominent Share Fostered by Soaring Number of Luxury Hotels
On the basis of type, the market is divided into airfares & lodging, culinary, cultural activities, and others. The airfares & lodging segment recorded a major luxury travel markettherapy Market share in 2024 owing to the rising number of luxury hotels and the escalating availability of luxury airlines.
Based on geography, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.
Report Coverage:
The report offers an account of the key industry trends and an analysis of the market on the basis of purpose, passengers, target clientele, type, and geography. It further provides the various strategies adopted by leading market participants to gain a strong industry foothold and also sheds light on the potential opportunities for investment.
Drivers and Restraints:
Market Value to Embark on an Upward Trajectory Owing to Favorable Government Policies