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Declining International Tourism to the U.S. Threatens Multi-Billion-Dollar Economic Losses

New data shows a sharp drop in foreign visitors, driven by Trump administration policies, with Canadian and European tourism hit hardest.

Overview

  • International arrivals to the U.S. have fallen by over 11% since March 2024, with significant declines from Canada, Europe, and Australia.
  • Canadian tourism has nosedived, with road trips down 32% and air travel dropping 13.5% year-over-year in March 2025, risking $6 billion in economic losses.
  • European nations, including the UK and Germany, have updated travel advisories, warning that valid visas no longer guarantee entry into the U.S.
  • Australian travel to the U.S. has declined by 10% as tourists express uncertainty and seek alternative destinations in Asia and Europe.
  • Economists project the U.S. economy could lose up to $20 billion in retail spending, with 140,000 hospitality jobs at risk due to the tourism downturn.

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