The Trump Effect on Travel

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.

Airlines

Global Airlines Say U.S. Immigration Policy Is Hitting Demand

Several international carriers reported during the second quarter that the Trump administration’s hardline approach to immigration was starting to cause a dip in bookings to and from the U.S.

Meghna Maharishi | 12 months ago

Tourism

U.S. to Require Citizens of Malawi and Zambia to Post Bonds for Visas

For now, travelers from only two countries have to post bonds for U.S. visas.

Rashaad Jorden | 12 months ago

Tourism

New Travel Sticker Shock: Some U.S. Visitors to Face $15,000 Visa Bond

While the pilot program is limited in scope, it's another sign that U.S. visa policy is becoming more complex for travelers from certain countries.

Rashaad Jorden | 12 months ago

Image of the skyline of Las Vegas with the exterior of the MGM Grand in the forefront.

Hotels

Las Vegas Sees Midmarket Tourism Soften, Weighing on MGM Resorts

Las Vegas tourism is experiencing measurable softness in 2024, and it's affecting MGM Resorts.

Sean O'Neill | 12 months ago

Airlines

Zero Tariffs for Aviation: Airlines See Big Gains With New Trade Agreements

After the U.S. reached a new trade deal with the European Union, it looks like airlines and manufacturers will be able to avoid paying tariffs on aircraft orders and parts.

Meghna Maharishi | 12 months ago

Tourism

Travel Companies Spent Big in Q2 on Lobbying — Here’s What They Want

Just about all the travel companies want lower taxes and they've got their own initiatives where they want to see more spending.

Dave Levinthal | 1 year ago

President Donald Trump wearing a USA hat with a U.S. flag.

Airlines

U.S. Tariff Threat Puts Airline Industry on Edge Ahead of August 1 ‘Hard Deadline’

A looming EU trade clash has the potential to disrupt aircraft deliveries and spike costs, but the impact of blanket U.S. tariffs could make waves far beyond the Atlantic.

Gordon Smith | 1 year ago

people in the corporate travel industry walking around a trade room show floor

Business Travel

Business Travel Spending Forecast to Hit Record in 2025

Zoom works fine. But it turns out there's something irreplaceable about looking someone in the eye while discussing revenue projections in a beige conference room in Dallas, Sao Paulo, or Mumbai.

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

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Hotels

Luxury, Credit Cards, Deals: What We’re Watching in Hotel Earnings

Government travel headwinds and tariff uncertainties may be temporary. Luxury resilience and growing credit card fees may be enduring.

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Tourism

What if Trump Fires the Federal Reserve Chair? Impact on Travel

Every president wants lower interest rates – they keep voters happy. It’s the Fed’s job to ignore that. But financial markets may have already accepted where this is heading.

Dave Levinthal | 1 year ago