Mexico Sees Tourism Boom as US Sees Sharp Decline
Summary
Mexico is experiencing a significant increase in tourism, especially from Canada and the U.S., while the United States is seeing fewer international visitors. Mexican tourism officials report that from January to June, 2025, the country welcomed 23.4 million international tourists, a rise compared to previous years.Key Facts
- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum highlighted the rise of Canadian tourism in Mexico during a press conference with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
- The increase in Canadian visitors to Mexico is linked to U.S. tariffs introduced under President Donald Trump, deterring Canadians from visiting the U.S.
- Mexico reported 23.4 million international tourists in the first half of 2025, a 7.3% increase from the same period in 2024.
- Of these international tourists, 7.36 million were from the U.S., and 1.68 million were from Canada, with Canadian visits growing by 11.8% from the previous year.
- Mexico's tourism industry generated $18.68 billion in revenue from January to June 2025.
- A surge in cruise passengers, totaling 5.7 million, contributed $484.2 million to Mexico's economy during the first half of 2025.
- The U.S. experienced a decrease in international visitors, with a 2.4% drop from January to May 2025, as some refer to this trend as the "Trump Slump."
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