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The United States is witnessing a sharp decline in foreign tourist arrivals, particularly from Japan, Canada, Mexico, and Germany, as international travelers increasingly opt out of visiting the country in 2025.
According to international media reports, this downward trend follows the announcement of fresh tariffs by US President Donald Trump, which has triggered negative sentiment among travelers from key allied nations.
The most affected sectors include hotel bookings, which have shown a double-digit decline compared to previous years.
Industry analysts note that 25 percent tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico have particularly deterred travelers from these neighboring countries.
A further diplomatic stir was caused by President Trump’s controversial remark suggesting Canada’s annexation as the 51st state, sparking public backlash and travel boycotts in Canada.
Recent figures from the US government and the national tourism office revealed that foreign tourist arrivals dropped by 11.6 percent in March compared to the same period last year.
The decline is being felt not only from overseas markets but also in online hotel bookings, a key metric of international travel interest.
Meanwhile, due to the global economic slowdown, tourists from the US and UK are reportedly opting for domestic holiday destinations, leading to fewer cross-border vacationers and further straining the American tourism industry.
Analysts warn that if the current trend continues, it could impact hospitality revenues, job markets in tourist-dependent regions, and America’s global image as a travel destination.
