INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Key drivers included an 80.6% rise in Uruguayan tourists and a continued influx of Argentine visitors, who accounted for over half of total
landscapes, and improved connectivity.Uruguayan arrivals reached approximately 65,000 in 2024, a 60% jump from the previous year, as
an accessible yet enriching option
enhanced airline services offered compelling alternatives
By mid-2024, ticket sales to Chile had already matched the total for all of 2023.Argentine tourists also flocked to Chile in record numbers,
driven by economic instability at home
The December 2023 peso devaluation made Chile a shopping haven for Argentines seeking electronics, groceries, and other goods at prices up
to 50% lower than in Buenos Aires.Official data showed Argentine arrivals rose 45% in the first half of 2024 alone, with popular
destinations including Santiago and border towns like Temuco
salt flats, its landscapes cater to both adventure seekers and bargain hunters
Enhanced air routes and stable pricing further solidify its position as a top destination for South Americans
