Tourism Enjoys Strong Growth on the East Coast

The latest statistics show a continuing upward trend in East Coast tourism. September marked an all-time record-breaking 2.2 million euros in accommodation sales. October figures continue to show promising development with 1.1 million euros, which is also the highest figure for October.

In October 2022, the number of bed nights in the Kotka, Hamina, and Loviisa regions increased by 26.9% compared to October 2021. The most substantial growth is taking place within international travel, with an increase of 49% in bed nights and 77% in the number of foreign visitors. Most foreign travelers in our region come from Sweden, with an increase of 139.9 % this year, Estonia (+76.3%), and Germany (+19.3 %).

October is a popular travel season for Finns, who enjoy fall break nationwide to attend events, enjoy autumn foliage, and trek in nature. Also, the coastal town Kotka arranges an annual light festival Aaltoja during the fall break, which brings travelers to the maritime island city located by the gorgeous archipelago of the Eastern Gulf of Finland, which is part of the Baltic Sea.

November and December bring us another favorite travel season with dozens of Christmas events. East Coast attracts travelers to roam Christmas markets for shopping artisan gifts and admire wonderfully decorated old buildings, Christmas windows, and private homes dressed for the occasion and open for visitors looking for Christmas inspiration at an annual event on historical houses of Loviisa. At the beginning of the year 2023, we will see the effect of these beautiful events on visitor statistics.

Also you are warmly welcome to the East Coast to find something new for this season!

The statistics for this article were collected by Visitory.io.