The direct contribution of Travel & Tourism to GDP in 2013 was TRY71.1bn (4.6% of GDP). This is forecast to rise
by 6.1% to TRY75.5bn in 2014.This primarily reflects the economic activity generated by industries
such as hotels, travel agents, airlines and other passenger transportation services (excluding commuter
services). But it also includes, for example, the activities of the restaurant and leisure industries directly
supported by tourists.
The direct contribution of Travel & Tourism to GDP is expected to grow by 4.2% pa to TRY113.9bn (4.5% of GDP)
by 2024.