Between 1990 and 2005, international travel saw a significant increase, with approximately 2 billion people traveling during this period. In 2005, most travelers chose Europe as their destination, while in 1990, the Middle East attracted the fewest visitors.
The number of travelers in 1990 and 2005 showed a striking difference. Europe consistently ranked as the most visited destination, while Africa was among the least visited areas, nearly at the bottom. As previously mentioned, America held the position of the second most popular destination after Europe.
Asia and the Pacific were almost tied for second place. However, in 1990, fewer people traveled to Asia compared to America, while by 2005, Asia saw an increase in visitors, surpassing America, though it remained in third place for overall attendance.
Throughout the years 1990 to 2005, the Middle East recorded the lowest number of travelers, making it the least visited destination overall during that time frame. When comparing the attendance figures between the Middle East and Europe, the difference is substantial.