A downturn in international travel to the U.S. may last beyond summer, experts warn
Summary
A decline in international travel to the United States is expected to continue beyond summer 2023. Experts suggest this trend is partly due to political actions and rhetoric from the U.S. government, which have made foreign visitors feel unwelcome.Key Facts
- A marketing campaign in Buffalo, NY, aimed to attract Canadian visitors, but the expected influx did not occur.
- Fewer foreign tourists visited U.S. destinations like Las Vegas and Los Angeles this summer.
- Experts link the tourism downturn to President Trump's policies and statements.
- The World Travel & Tourism Council projected the U.S. would see a drop in foreign visitor spending by 2025.
- Tourism Economics forecast an 8.2% decline in international arrivals to the U.S. in 2025.
- Travel highs from Western Europe, Asia, and Africa to the U.S. have decreased.
- Political issues, including tariffs and visa rule changes, are seen as discouraging factors for potential visitors.
- An international dance event in New York City was postponed due in part to the perception of hostility toward foreigners in America.
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