In a report, Banco Santander, one of the world's largest banking groups, highlights the significant growth in tourism in El Salvador, which is closely tied to the country's acceptance of Bitcoin. The report details how El Salvador's adoption of BTC as legal tender in 2021 has transformed the country into a unique destination for travelers, especially cryptocurrency enthusiasts. According to Salvadoran authorities, the country received 3.90 million tourists in 2024, an increase of 22 percent from the previous year. The influx of tourists is mainly driven by American tourists, many of whom are attracted by the novelty of experiencing bitcoin transactions in their daily lives. Santander's analysis links this increase to an improved security situation, noting that the number of homicides in the country per year has dropped to just 114 in 2024, a significant decrease from the peak of 6,656 in 2015. The combination of falling crime and curiosity about bitcoin has set El Salvador apart in the global tourism market.