Overview

• Overseas visits to the U.S. fell nearly 12% year-over-year in March, according to the International Trade Administration, with sharp declines from regions like Western Europe, Central America, and the Caribbean.
• Canadian travel to the U.S. dropped significantly, with a 32% decline in car arrivals and a 13.5% decrease in air travel, based on preliminary Canadian government data.
• Countries such as Belgium, Canada, and Germany have issued updated travel advisories, citing concerns about detentions, deportations, and border experiences.
• Tourism Economics revised its 2025 forecast for international travel to the U.S., shifting from a projected 9% increase to a 9.4% decline, signaling potential multi-billion-dollar revenue losses.
• The U.S. travel industry, which supports over 15 million jobs and contributes $2.9 trillion in economic output, faces long-term challenges tied to tariffs, visa delays, and diminished global perceptions.