What Has Been the Growth of the Culinary Tourism Market So Far?
The culinary tourism market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The culinary tourism market has grown quickly in recent years. It will increase from $924.8 billion in 2024 to $1072.66 billion in 2025, with a CAGR of 16.0%.
Factors driving this growth include food-centric television shows, social media food content, rising global travel, increasing popularity of local and sustainable food, food festivals, and a growing interest in culinary heritage.
What Is the Forecasted Market Size and Growth Rate for The Culinary Tourism Market Size In The Coming Years?
The culinary tourism market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The culinary tourism market is projected to grow rapidly, reaching $1916.89 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 15.6%.
Growth is fueled by increased disposable income, a rise in experiential travel, the popularity of personalized and niche culinary tours, a focus on sustainable food practices, and growing food tourism marketing. Trends include interest in street food, culinary workshops, integration of food tours with cultural experiences, health-focused food tours, and digital nomad-friendly culinary destinations.
What Factors Are Driving Growth In The Culinary Tourism Market?
The growing number of international travelers is expected to drive the culinary tourism market. International travelers are increasing due to improved global connectivity, higher disposable incomes, and an interest in diverse travel experiences. Culinary tourism allows travelers to explore local cuisine and gain cultural insights. For example, the International Trade Administration reported in February 2024 that the number of international visitors to the U.S. is expected to reach 77.7 million in 2024, an increase of 15.4% from 2023. This rise in international travel is expected to propel the culinary tourism market.
What Are The Main Segments Of The Global Culinary Tourism Market?
The culinary tourism market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Activity: Culinary Trails, Cooking Classes, Restaurants, Food Festivals, Other Activities
2) By Tourist Type: Recreational, Diversionary, Existential, Experimental
3) By Age Group: Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, Generation Z
4) By Geographic Focus: Local Guidance, National Tours, International Tours
5) By Booking Mode: Online Travel Agencies (OTA), Tour Operators, Direct Travel
Subsegments:
1) By Culinary Trails: Wine And Cheese Trails, Chocolate And Sweets Trails, Olive Oil And Vinegar Trails, Seafood Trails, Regional And Ethnic Food Trails
2) By Cooking Classes: Local Cuisine Workshops, Specialty Cooking Classes (Pastry, Sushi, Pasta Making), Wine And Food Pairing Classes, Chef-Led Cooking Experiences, Virtual Cooking Classes
3) By Restaurants: Fine Dining Experiences, Street Food Tours, Michelin-Star Restaurants, Traditional And Local Eateries, Farm-To-Table Dining
4) By Food Festivals: International Food Festivals, Regional And Cultural Food Fairs, Street Food Festivals, Wine And Culinary Events, Food And Drink Tastings
5) By Other Activities: Food And Beverage Tours (Brewery Or Distillery Tours), Food Photography And Culinary Tours, Gourmet Shopping Tours, Culinary Cruises And Food-Themed Cruises, Agricultural And Farm Tours
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What New Trends Are Influencing The Culinary Tourism Market?
In the culinary tourism market, companies are creating programs that feature unique dining destinations to enhance tourists’ experiences with accurate navigation, personalized recommendations, and real-time information on dining options. For example, in November 2023, the West Virginia Department launched the West Virginia Culinary Trail. The trail highlights top restaurants chosen by chef ambassadors, allowing participants to explore local cuisine and earn foodie rewards by checking in at these establishments.
Who Are the Key Players In The Culinary Tourism Market?
Major companies operating in the culinary tourism market are:
• The Travel Corporation
• City Experiences
• Abercrombie & Kent USA LLC
• Intrepid Travel Pty Ltd
• TourRadar GmbH
• G Adventures Inc.
• Viator Inc.
• Zicasso Inc.
• Secret Food Tours
• Eating Europe Food Tours
• Food Tour Corporation
• Greaves Travel Ltd
• The International Kitchen
• Culinary Backstreets
• India Food Tour
• Classic Journeys LLC
• Context Travel
• Epicurean Ways LLC
• Gourmet on Tour
• The FTC4Lobe Group
What Is The Most Dominant Region In The Culinary Tourism Market?
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the culinary tourism market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the culinary tourism market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
