Boycotts over Trump’s trade war have dented cross-border traffic and pushed tourism boards to retool ad campaigns as Canadian travelers shift their vacation plans to Mexico.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/26969666

Summary

Canadians are boycotting U.S. travel in response to Trump’s tariffs and policies. A recent survey found 59% are less likely to visit the U.S. this year, with 36% canceling trips.

Airlines report declining demand, and tourism-dependent regions like Florida and New York’s Thousand Islands are adjusting marketing strategies.

Some Canadians refuse to even transit through the U.S. Businesses in Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda are benefiting from the shift.

Critics argue Trump’s policies are harming American tourism and local economies.

  • kent_ehEnglish
    32·
    2 days ago

    America isn’t “protecting Canada”, it’s using Canada as a buffer between itself and Russia.

    • seestrayEnglish
      13·
      2 days ago

      Are they in need of a buffer?, the Russians occupy the white house.

      • kent_ehEnglish
        9·
        1 day ago

        Well, now, yeah.

        Maybe that’s why Trump wants to annex Canada - to get a shortcut to his buddy Putin