U.S. Travel forecasts a 6.3% decrease in inbound international visits to the U.S. for 2025.
Ray Lujan, a lifelong resident of Las Vegas, sees Trump administration policy playing a big part in the city’s droopy tourism numbers for 2025.
And it’s not just tariffs. The immigration crackdown and hardened borders are also hitting the workforce and visitor traffic.
Right now, there are signs of a tourism and spending slump that could spell trouble for the rest of the U.S. economy.
The area’s economy is already reeling from earlier government cuts.
The “frugal traveler” is in vogue this summer as economic uncertainties continue to weigh on consumers.
But looking ahead, poor consumer sentiment and safety concerns could weigh on bookings.
Americans heading to the United Kingdom will need an Electronic Travel Authorization, or ETA, starting Jan. 8.
Hurricane Helene changed the wild Nolichucky River, prized by East Tennessee rafters. Now, railroad repairs may have harmed the river further.
From the end of November, large planes will be able to land at Nuuk for the first time, thanks to a new, longer runway and a sleek new terminal building.
