The New York City Tourism and Conventions Bureau released a report on the 8th, significantly revising down its projection for the number of international tourists in 2025. The expected 17% decline is mainly attributed to President Trump’s tariff policies and strict immigration regulations.
New York City had initially forecasted 14.6 million foreign tourists in 2025. However, the new estimate has been slashed to 12.1 million. The overall number of tourists for the year is now expected to be 64.1 million, a reduction of 3.5 million from previous forecasts. Adam Sacks, the head of Tourism Economics under Oxford Economics, pointed out that the Trump administration’s tariff measures, divisive policies, and high – profile detentions related to immigration are the root causes of the decrease in foreign visitors.
The World Travel & Tourism Council also predicted that due to multiple US government policies, the revenue of the US tourism industry is likely to decline by 7% in 2025, amounting to a loss of $12.5 billion. As a result, the US is set to be the only country globally experiencing a contraction in its tourism sector.
The tariff policies not only increase the costs for international travelers, such as higher prices for goods and services during their stay, but also create an unfriendly atmosphere. The strict immigration policies have made many potential tourists hesitant, fearing complex entry procedures and possible detention.
This downward trend in tourism not only impacts the hotel and hospitality industries but also has a ripple effect on other sectors, like transportation and retail. As international tourists bring substantial economic benefits, their reduction could lead to job losses and a slowdown in local economic development. It remains to be seen whether the US government will take any measures to reverse this unfavorable situation for the tourism industry.
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