Shopping & Souvenirs

Economic Importance of Shopping Tourism

• Boosts local income: Especially from handicrafts and traditional markets
• Encourages entrepreneurship: Local artisans and vendors benefit directly
• Strengthens tax revenue: From retail sales and VAT
• Creates employment: In production, sales, marketing, and logistics

According to the UNWTO, shopping is one of the top three tourist spending categories worldwide, alongside accommodation and food.