U.S. Tourism Faces $64 Billion Loss in 2025 as International Arrivals Plummet

A projected 5.1% drop in foreign visitors is linked to economic pressures, a strong dollar, and polarizing Trump administration policies.

Tourism Economics projects a $64 billion revenue loss for the U.S. tourism sector in 2025 due to declining international and domestic travel.
Foreign tourist arrivals are expected to decrease by 5.1% this year, reversing an earlier forecast of 8.8% growth.
Canadian border crossings fell 23% year-over-year in February, reflecting a broader downturn in regional travel to the U.S.
Factors such as a strong U.S. dollar, inflation fears, and stricter immigration policies are discouraging international visitors.
Concerns are growing about the potential impact on major events like the Ryder Cup (2025) and the Summer Olympics (2026) in Los Angeles.