European Travel to US Declines 17% Amid Political Concerns

Recent analyses reveal a significant decline in international travel to the United States, particularly from European countries. According to a report by Mabrian, the share of flight searches from the EU to the U.S. fell by 0.4 percentage points year-on-year by late March 2025, indicating a loss of consumer confidence linked to political uncertainties and policy shifts under President Donald Trump. The National Travel and Tourism Office noted a 12% decrease in overall international visitors in March compared to the same month in 2024, marking the steepest decline since the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, European travel dropped 17%, with Germany seeing a 29% decline and the UK reducing its visitor numbers by 15%. Factors contributing to this downturn include increased travel advisories, tariffs, and negative perceptions of U.S. immigration policies. Analysts suggest that these trends may continue, further impacting the U.S. tourism industry, which is vital to the economy.