Increase in Georgian foreign travel abroad by 2.5% in the second quarter of 2025
In the second quarter of 2025, Georgian residents embarked on more outbound trips compared to the same period in 2024, with a notable increase of 2.5%. According to data published by the National Statistics Office of Georgia (Geostat), this surge was particularly noticeable among individuals aged 31 to 50, who accounted for around 45.1% of all trips [1][2][3][4].
The primary motivation behind these travels was visiting friends and relatives, making up for 34.9% of all visits [1][3][4]. This suggests strong social and family connections as a significant factor driving outbound travel.
Another influencing factor was the notable 7.1% increase in tourist-type trips, indicating more leisure-related travel within the outbound visits [1][2][3][4]. Repeat visits were also common, with 98.2% of outbound visits being repeat trips, pointing to established travel habits or destinations preferred by residents aged 31 to 50 [1][3][4].
The average length of stay for outbound trips slightly increased to an average of 6.4 nights, up 2% from 6.3 nights in 2024, indicating possibly longer stays on these trips [1][3][4]. The majority of outbound visits targeted countries like Turkey and the Russian Federation, reflecting established travel routes and ties [3].
Despite the increase in trip numbers, average expenditures per visit decreased by 2.3%, and total expenditures fell by 1.9%, possibly reflecting a more cost-conscious travel approach or changing economic conditions [1][3][4].
In summary, the combination of social visiting purposes, established travel habits especially among 31-50-year-olds, and slightly longer stays contributed to the rise in outbound trips. Economic factors likely influenced a modest decrease in spending despite more trips taking place [1][3][4].
The shift in lifestyle preferences among Georgian residents aged 31 to 50 led to an increase in travel, particularly in the form of tourist-type trips for leisure, representing a notable 7.1% increase [1][2][3][4]. With established travel habits and destinations, many outbound visits were repeat trips, contributing to the average length of stay increment of 2%, lasting an average of 6.4 nights [1][3][4].
