As 2025 draws to a close, worldostats, a trusted website with a comprehensive database of statistics for every country in the world, released its Travel and Tourism Development Index for 2025.
The Travel and Tourism Development Index is a global benchmark for evaluating the development and sustainability of a country’s tourism and travel sector. The index assigns a score between 1 and 7, with higher scores reflecting strong performance. Factors considered in determining the score include the business environment, security, health, infrastructure, cultural resources, and environmental sustainability.
The rankings are based on these scores, providing a comprehensive overview of countries that excel in creating dynamic and resilient travel and tourism sectors.
According to this system, for 2025, Japan achieved the top score in the Travel and Tourism Development Index, followed by the United States, and then Spain. Statistically, Japan leads the way with its successful blend of modernity, tradition, and sustainability. The United States follows thanks to its protected, diverse natural landscapes and world-class facilities. Spain captivates with its preserved iconic landmarks and rich cultural heritage.
Here are the Top 10 countries with the best Travel and Tourism Development Index scores for 2025:
- Japan: 5.25
- United States: 5.20
- Spain: 5.15
- France: 5.13
- Germany: 5.06
- Switzerland: 5.02
- Australia: 5.00
- United Kingdom: 4.97
- Singapore: 4.96
- Italy: 4.93
