Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle East

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Spain welcomed 9.1 million international visitors in April, the highest monthly total on record for that month. The surge reflects a broader shift in travel patterns, with tourists increasingly choosing European destinations over the Middle East amid regional tensions and security concerns. The influx underscores Spain's position as one of the world's premier tourism destinations, driven partly by geopolitical factors redirecting visitor flows rather than solely by the country's attractions. Tourism remains a critical economic driver for Spain, and the record numbers signal robust demand for European travel despite broader economic uncertainties.