Saturday, January 25, 2025 The travel industry is grappling with the fallout of Donald Trump’s re-election as international tourists, particularly from the United Kingdom and Canada, reconsider plans to visit the United States. A combination of controversial policies, global conflicts, and anti-tourism sentiments is driving a notable decline in interest among travelers. A recent survey by Holiday Extras reveals that 17% of British travelers have pledged to avoid the United States in 2025 due to Trump’s return to the presidency.
This marks the first time an overseas election has significantly influenced travel preferences among Brits, comparable to the impact of global conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Seamus McCauley, head of public affairs at Holiday Extras, noted, “Since 2023, issues like climate events and global unrest have shaped travel trends, but this is the first election-driven disruption we’ve seen at this scale.” The UK’s travel industry is closely monitoring these shifts as the US remains a popular long-haul destination.
However, with anti-tourism sentiments fuelled by Trump’s policies, including controversial executive orders affecting trans rights and climate regulations, British tourists are exploring alternative destinations in Europe and Canada. In Canada, a Narrative Research poll found that while 45% of respondents plan to maintain their usual travel frequency to the US, one in three Canadians intends to travel less. Residents of Atlan.
