A growing number of international travellers are reconsidering trips to the United States due to political factors, according to a new poll. The survey found that 46% of respondents were less likely to visit the US because of President Donald Trump, as reported by travel industry site Skift.
The US tourism sector faces significant losses, with the World Travel & Tourism Council projecting a $12.5bn decline in international visitor spending in 2025. The US was the only nation among 184 analysed by the WTTC and Oxford Economics forecast to see such a drop.
Beyond the US, Trump's threats against other countries are affecting travel plans. Danish resident Heather Storgaard expressed caution about visiting Greenland after Trump's comments about acquiring the territory. Brazil-based Jackie Arruda also reconsidered a trip to Greenland, citing concerns over US actions in Venezuela.
In Cuba, tour operator Jesús Noguera reported immediate impacts on tourism following Trump's statements about the country. He noted rescheduled plans and concerned emails from potential visitors, saying tourism does not thrive in instability and uncertainty.
However, British travel agents remain guided by official advice. Sean Tipton of ABTA stated that they will not send anyone to a destination if the Foreign Office advises against travel. So far, bookings to Colombia and Mexico have not been affected by US actions.
