U.S. tourism is going through a dramatic decline that is hurting the pockets of those who rely on the industry’s dollars — as international visitors has dropped by a staggering sixty one percent
Tourism numbers are down significantly in the United States due to a myriad of reasons — including the trade wars initiated by the Trump administration and fears around the increase in immigration enforcement.
This is believed to have led to growing concerns over U.S. immigration policies, combined with rising political tensions of people from countries affected by the tariffs.
These are thought to be the two reasons which have increased the perception of the United States as an unwelcoming destination. And many tourists have decided to give the land of the free — the cold shoulder.
Global travelers are now embracing more welcoming regions that they feel are politically stable and the U.S. tourism sector is left to deal with the fallout.
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Many different types of businesses have been subsequently affected including hotels, restaurants and businesses around popular landmarks who are no longer receiving as much tourism traffic.
The financial loss is significant and has been described by some affected as a crisis. It marks a large shift in the international travel landscape and signals that the U.S. is no longer the popular destination it was previously.
Many establishments that once catered to international tourists have reportedly been forced to close or scale back their operations. The businesses have been unable to maintain the same level of business without the influx of foreign diners through their doors.
Hotels and other accommodation providers are particularly feeling the pinch as rooms remain empty after a decline in bookings.
Many properties are now operating at significantly lower occupancy rates than in previous years which is bringing in a lot less revenue.
The economic fallout from this decline is particularly damaging to regions that depend heavily on tourism as part of their local economies — such as major metropolitan areas and popular tourist destinations like Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, and Miami.
Issues were already in play affecting tourism numbers prior to President Trump coming in for his second-term but the problem has been further exasperated by government’s policies.
The global pandemic played a massive role in the way the tourism industry was impacted in many countries due to a freeze on most travel. It took quite some time to bounce back but has now been hit backwards even further with the lack of international visitors coming to the United States due to the current political climate.
According to Travel and Tour World, international tourism in the United States has seen a marked decline over the past few years. While other regions — particularly Europe and Asia — have experienced growth, the U.S. has struggled to attract and retain foreign travelers to its shores.
There are believed to be several reasons behind this shift, but two of the most significant are the effects of the trade wars and the increasingly hostile environment for immigrants and tourists alike.
