Top 10 European Cities Visited by GCC Travelers - Wego H1 2025 Snapshot

Wego (https://www.wego.com/), one of the most popular travel apps in the world, today released a ranking of the top 10 European cities visited by travelers from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) during the first half of 2025, based on booking shares across Wego's platform.

The list reflects travel patterns around spring and early-summer holidays, Eid-related movement, and ongoing demand for short-haul leisure routes from GCC markets.

Top 10 European Cities by GCC Booking Share - H1 2025

1. Baku, Azerbaijan - 17%

2. London, United Kingdom - 13%

3. Tbilisi, Georgia - 9%

4. Moscow, Russia - 6%

5. Milan, Italy - 5%

6. Paris, France - 4%

7. Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina - 4%

8. Barcelona, Spain - 3%

9. Amsterdam, Netherlands - 3%

10. Munich, Germany - 3%

Baku leads the ranking, accounting for nearly one in six bookings from GCC-origin searches and purchases during the period. The Azerbaijani capital's mix of cultural attractions, family-friendly hospitality, and accessible visa arrangements continues to drive demand from Gulf travelers.

London and Tbilisi occupy the next two positions: London's enduring pull for leisure and family visits remains strong, while Tbilisi's combination of affordability and short-haul convenience sustains its popularity among GCC tourists.

The presence of destinations such as Sarajevo and Moscow in the top 10 points to a broadening of travel preferences and the presence of expat communities. Travelers from the Gulf are increasingly choosing a mix of established Western hubs and growing regional favorites across Eastern and Southern Europe.

Market context and trends

Wego's H1 2025 booking data suggests several trends shaping outbound travel from the GCC:

- Visa and entry ease matter: destinations offering straightforward entry policies for GCC nationals and residents show higher booking shares.

- Short-haul affordability remains a driver: cities accessible with direct flights or single-stop routings see outsized demand for weekend and mid-length stays.

- Diverse destination appetite: beyond shopping and city breaks, there is evident interest in cultural and off-the-beaten-path experiences across Eastern Europe and the Caucasus.

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