**Tijuana Set to Welcome Over 11 Million Foreign Visitors by Year’s End**
As the festive season approaches, Tijuana is anticipating a significant influx of international tourists, with more than 11 million visits expected by the close of 2024. According to Gilberto Gamiño, treasurer of the Tourism and Conventions Committee, the city is prepared to offer a multitude of holiday-themed activities and shopping deals, particularly in department stores and shopping centers.
Gamiño noted that the warm weather has been a boon for the tourism sector, attracting numerous visitors to local plazas, restaurants, and family-friendly recreational spots. The recent Day of the Dead celebrations, which drew large crowds to Avenida Revolución, highlighted the growing trend of festive gatherings in the city.
A significant portion of these visitors are expected from Southern California, where residents are drawn to Tijuana due to favorable exchange rates for the dollar. With exchange rates at approximately 19.50 for buying and 19.70 for selling, shopping in Tijuana offers them better value.
Moreover, upcoming events like Buen Fin are anticipated to attract even more Californians, partly due to the introduction of “fast passes” that simplify border crossing for medical and business purposes. These passes, combined with the increased purchasing power of the dollar, make Tijuana an appealing destination for U.S. shoppers seeking quality goods.
**Secondary Article: Tijuana’s Tourism Boom Amid Festivities Continues**
Further strengthening its impressive tourist numbers, Tijuana is not only focusing on holiday events but also developing new attractions. The local government is eyeing infrastructural improvements to enhance visitors’ experiences, such as the upcoming paving of the Otay Industrial Park in January, which promises to facilitate business tourism as well.
The city continues to work on security enhancements at its entry points, with new screening protocols in place, ensuring a safe and streamlined border crossing process. The Police and the National Institute of Migration are collaborating closely to manage this process efficiently.
While Tijuana prepares for this expected flow of visitors, local businesses are encouraged to tailor their offerings to meet international tourists’ preferences, especially in the iconic Avenida Revolución area. These efforts aim to maintain the city’s dynamic tourism growth ahead of the end-of-year celebrations.
Keep watching TJGringo.com for more updates as Tijuana welcomes a record number of tourists aiming to experience its vibrant culture, favorable shopping conditions, and festive events.