The island of Anguilla is hot, with tourism arrivals off to a record-breaking start in 2024, Caribbean Journla has learned. 

The island welcomed a total of 62,1898 visitors in the first quarter, up from 50,884 in the first quarter of last year and, more importantly, up from 49,952 in the first quarter of 2019. 

Stayover arrivals were up by 15 percent compared to last year, totaling over 37,000.

“We’re absolutely delighted by the tangible outcomes stemming from our dedicated efforts to showcase Anguilla as the premier Caribbean destination,” said Stacey Liburd, Director of Tourism for Anguilla. “Tourism thrives on collaboration, and this remarkable achievement underscores the immense cooperation and backing we receive from our valued stakeholders. With this momentum, we eagerly anticipate surpassing our achievements and making 2024 an outstanding year.”

American travelers continue to dominate Anguilla’s arrivals, accounting for 41,399 arrivals in the same period. 

American travel is up by 32.7 percent, according to the Anguilla Tourist Board.