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Orlando Tourism Booms, But US Travel faces headwinds
In 2023, Canada was the top international market for visitors to Orlando, home of Walt disney World, with a record 1.2 million visitors,according to Visit Orlando,the city’s destination marketing firm. Visit Orlando is currently providing forecasts for 2024, but final figures are not yet available. https://www.visitorlando.com/
The outlook for broader US tourism could shift, especially with major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup (co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico) set to begin.
“President trump has done more for American tourism than anyone,” said Anna Kelly, White House deputy press secretary.
Though, recent data suggests a potential slowdown in international travel to the United States. The World Travel and tourism Council initially estimated a 6 per cent drop in foreign visitors to the United States in 2025, but more recent forecasts are mixed and dependent on geopolitical and economic factors. https://wttc.org/
The potential hit to travel is also affecting US national parks, according to travel agencies.
Australia-based Intrepid Travel reported that bookings for US national park tours are down 42 per cent for 2025,compared to 2024,particularly from Canada,the UK,and Australia. Canada bookings have seen a important decline, though the 93% figure cited in the original article requires further verification. https://www.intrepidtravel.com/
UK-based luxury travel agency cazenove+Loyd said they adjusted plans for tailor-made itineraries centered around parks in states like Montana, Washington and California, shifting focus to other destinations.
“It might not be quite the time to launch something that is dedicated to the States,” said Christopher Wilmot-Sitwell, co-owner.
Hotel operator Hilton Worldwide’s full-year results showed mixed performance in the United States in 2024, with per-room revenue and occupancy rates varying by region. Marriott International CEO has