No World Cup Bump: U.S. Tourism Down in June
While visitors from markets like the United Kingdom surged, total overseas visitation for June was down from last year.
The Trump Effect: Borders, Bans and Bookings
As U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shape the political and economic landscape, the impact of his choices on the travel industry remains significant. Read how his actions and policies are shaping the future of travel, and get insights into the industry’s evolving response.
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Europe Leads May’s U.S. Tourism Slide
Western Europe makes up more than 35% of the high-spending overseas tourist crowd. Federal data shows they’re continuing to pull back on U.S. travel.
Canadian Tourists Bailed On the U.S. — Canadian Airlines Still See Growth
As one of the largest travel markets continues to shrink due to political tensions, Canadian carriers told Skift that U.S. travel is still producing healthy margins.
Canadian Travel to the U.S. Rebounds, But Still Far Below 2024 Levels
Two months of gains is progress — but Canadian trips to the U.S. are still down nearly 29% from two years ago.
New $750 Fee Lets Travelers Jump the U.S. Visa Line
One immigration attorney calls the latest U.S. travel fee a step toward a two-tiered system: one path for the rich, another for everyone else.
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Tehran-Based Event Planner Grapples With Job Loss and Daily Uncertainty
Although there are no longer any restrictions on events in Iran since the ceasefire, there is still little demand from businesses and attendees. Event planners remain unemployed and under pressure.
IndiGo Suspends 7 International Routes: What’s Behind the Cutbacks
India's two biggest airlines spent the last few years expanding aggressively abroad. IndiGo leased wide-body aircraft for the first time. Air India was looking to rebuild into a world-class global carrier. Both are now in retreat, at least temporarily, from some of those ambitions.
Iran War Drives Middle East Tourism Slump — and a Global Demand Shift
Demand didn't disappear. It just left the Gulf — and it's not clear when it's coming back.
Travel Industry Warns Against DHS Threat to Halt Customs at ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Halting customs at Newark — one of the busiest international hubs in the U.S. — would be a logistical nightmare for airlines.
IndiGo Will Stick to Low-Cost DNA Even as Willie Walsh Takes Over
While IndiGo Founder Rahul Bhatia said incoming CEO Willie Walsh will "run the shop in its entirety," but the strategic perimeter appears to have been drawn before Walsh has set foot in the building.
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How Events Are Coping With Geopolitical Crosscurrents
From public announcements to quiet corridor conversations, IMEX Frankfurt 2026 revealed the complex impact of geopolitics on global events.