the number of people going on holiday has soared.

The global tourism industry is booming.

In 2017, it generated eight trillion dollars

to the economy,

and accounts for 10% of employment worldwide.

Americans used to be the biggest movers in the industry.

Now it's the Chinese.

Last year, more Chinese people traveled

and spent more money doing so

than any other nationality.

As middle classes get wealthier

across emerging market countries,

so too do their travel budgets.

The number of Indian travelers is on the up

with countries such as Jordan, Australia and Israel

making it easier for Indians to get visas.

Although only seven percent of Chinese citizens

own a passport,

by 2030, Chinese trips will account

for around a quarter of international tourism.

Thailand is the top international destination

for Chinese travelers.

Mexico is the number one choice

for residents of the United States,

but Europeans tend to stay in Europe.

Around 90% of nights spent by tourists in the E.U.

are by European residents.

Europe is the most visited continent,

and France, the most visited country in the world.

Tuvalu, the small island nation

in the South Pacific, the least.

This is because it is so far away

from the rest of the world.

Tourism is increasing in most areas in the world except one.

Travel bans on people from Muslim countries,

more visa checks and the stronger dollar

have made the United States

a less attractive destination for visitors.