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 and elsewhere.

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.

  • 🎨 Elaine Cortez 🇨🇦 @lemm.eeEnglish
    35·
    1 day ago

    I’m one of the 36%. With ICE, the US being more hostile in general, and questionable aviation safety, I’ve changed my destination from California to Australia.

        • JackFrostNCola@lemmy.worldEnglish
          3·
          1 hour ago

          I agree with the oyher comment to jusk the locals in whatever city or town you are in and there will be a really nice beach literally everywhere you go.
          We are extremely lucky to have beautiful soft white sand beaches, and chances are you will have a large section to yourself as we have a small population which is clustered around capitol cities, the only exception being is that the nice beaches in capitol cities can be popular in summer. Dont even think about places like Bondi, seeing that on TV shows gives me anxiety. There are beaches near me in WA that have sand so fine that it literally queaks as you walk, it can be weirdly satisfying.

        • deadbeef79000@lemmy.nzEnglish
          3·
          3 hours ago

          Queensland: Gold coast and sunshine coast

          NSW: manly (Sydney)

          West: Perth

          There are probably better ones but I’ll have to defer to locals.