Canadian and International Tourists Cancel U.S. Trips Over Trump's Rhetoric
President Trump's trade policies and comments about Canada and other nations have led to a significant decline in travel to the United States, impacting the tourism industry.
- Canadian travelers are canceling trips to the U.S. in response to President Trump's trade war, rhetoric about annexation, and perceived threats to Canadian sovereignty.
- International tourism to the U.S. is projected to decline by 5% in 2025, with an estimated $64 billion in losses for the American travel industry.
- Canadian air and road travel to the U.S. has dropped significantly, with a 40% decrease in February vacation bookings and a 23% decline in cross-border car trips compared to last year.
- European, Asian, and Chinese tourists are also avoiding U.S. destinations, citing safety concerns and dissatisfaction with Trump's policies and rhetoric.
- The U.S. tourism and hospitality sectors are facing economic strain, with airlines revising forecasts downward and job losses reported in leisure and hospitality industries.