Canadian travel to the U.S. dropped by nearly 19% in the first half of 2025, leading to a $1.9 billion decline in travel spending. However, visits from Mexico saw a significant increase of 14.8% in June and 12.5% in the first half of the year, totaling 940,000 visits and nearly half a billion in spending.

The U.S. Travel Association noted that broader economic concerns are impacting travel, with Canada experiencing the largest decrease in visitation. Major travel companies like Hilton, Wyndham, and Travel and Leisure are closely monitoring visitor trends, with Las Vegas also seeing a decline in visitors from Mexico and Canada.

The travel industry is worried about the impact of President Donald Trump’s tax-and-spending law, which reduces spending on marketing U.S. destinations abroad and increases visa fees. This shift in policy could have significant implications, especially in preparation for the upcoming World Cup.

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