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U.S. tourism to Canada down amid trade tensions

Source: Victoria News

Reports of Canadians' reluctance to travel to the U.S. amid trade tensions have been widely reported. Now, it seems fewer Americans are travelling to Canada as well.

Statistics Canada reported on Monday (June 23) that trips to Canada by U.S. residents declined in the three months to April, when trips were down 8.9 per cent compared to April 2024. U.S. residents disembarking from cruise ships in Canada were also down 31.5 per cent compared to last April.

Simultaneously, the number of Canadian residents returning to Canada from the U.S. is down 14 per cent compared to the previous April. The number of returns from abroad by Canadians is down 18.9 per cent from all countries. And the number of non-resident visitors entering Canada is down 6.8 per cent.

Canada Strong Pass

Source: Government of Canada

Canadians can enjoy free or discounted admission as they make Canada their travel destination this summer, from June 20 to September 2, 2025 (inclusively). The Canada Strong Pass celebrates what unites us—our shared experiences, natural wonders, and cultural richness.

The Pass is about making it easier for everyone—especially youth and families—to explore Canada and celebrate what makes this country extraordinary.

The Pass is available to all visitors, whether you live in Canada or come from abroad. It’s an invitation to experience Canada’s cultural and natural richness.

A majority of Canadians are concerned about overtourism

Source: money.ca

For many travellers, the dream vacation isn’t just about escaping the daily grind, it’s also about escaping the crowds. In fact, more than three-quarters of Canadians say that popular tourist attractions are often too busy to truly enjoy. And 81% would gladly trade a packed hotspot for a quieter, equally stunning destination.

Hawaii Seeks Overhaul of Tourism Authority

Source: Skift

Hawaii Governor Josh Green appears to be cleaning house at the state's tourism authority after calling it a "hot mess." An overhaul gives the state the chance to pioneer a new tourism model.

Hawaii’s tourism sector continues to lag behind pre-pandemic levels. The downturn was compounded by the 2023 wildfires in Maui, one of the deadliest disasters in U.S. history, and confusion among travelers, many of whom believed the island was closed to visitors.

Guatemala welcoming upcoming Air Canada route

Travel Courier

Guatemalan tourism officials are hailing an upcoming Air Canada route as a major opportunity for the country to make inroads in the Canadian market, with Guatemalan tourism minister saying Canadians who do venture to the Central American nation will find a country that is intriguing in terms of nature and culturally distinctive as well.

Air Canada will begin operating a Montreal-Guatemala City route in October. The route comes as interest in Guatemala is on the upswing, with over 3 million international visitors choosing it for leisure and business travel in 2024, a 15% increase from 2023. Tourism revenues exceeded US$2 billion.

Want to own an international border crossing?

This centuries-old ferry service is for sale

CBC News

On a little point of land jutting into the St. Lawrence River lies a chance to own a piece of history — asking price: $450,000.

The property offers some lucky buyer the opportunity to run an international border crossing and carry on a legacy that's over 200 years old.

That's how long descendants of one family have been ferrying people between Wolfe Island, Ont. and Cape Vincent, N.Y.

Known as Horne's Ferry, the crossing has none of the intimidation factor commonly experienced at the border. There's just a concrete dock, a small white building and a large sign declaring "Welcome to Ontario."

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