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Tourism in LA May Suffer Due to Increasing Wildfires
Rana Atef On Saturday, several reports revealed that Los Angeles is suffering due to the increasing impacts of wildfires and climate change; therefore, the tourism sector of the city may be deeply impacted. Visitor numbers, which were already slow to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, took another blow in early 2025 when a series of wildfires swept through communities near Malibu and Pasadena. While most of the affected neighborhoods were residential, leaving the major tourist attractions and other infrastructure largely intact, there was a drop in visitor numbers. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board told SF Gate: "With more than 510,000 Los Angeles residents and over 1,000 local businesses relying on tourism for their livelihood, we are concerned about any factors that could negatively impact the U.S. image as a preferred travel destination," according to travel and tourism site Fodor's. The California Tourism Board (Visit California) quickly issued a statement after the fires, rejecting the common belief that the fires had impacted the city's appeal as a tourist destination. The statement read: "Los Angeles has always been a beacon to the world, a place where dreams are born and stories unfold from the silver screen to iconic landmarks. Now, this resilient city needs your help in its recovery journey, and one of the best ways to support Los Angeles' return to normal is by planning a visit." In addition to the fires, Los Angeles is also experiencing a drop in international tourism, largely driven by concerns over the difficulty of entering the country. Increasing reports of European tourists being detained for weeks at border checkpoints due to visa concerns have led to a decline in enthusiasm for U.S. travel, which is a major source of incoming traffic to Southern California. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan
American Military News
11-05-2025
- Business
- American Military News
California is No. 1 state for tourism, but may be hit by ‘Trump Slump,' Newsom says
California hit a new tourism record in 2024, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday, but the high isn't expected to last thanks to President Trump's tariffs. Tourism spending last year hit $157.3 billion, up 3% from 2023, and created 24,000 jobs, according to a 2024 economic impact report from Visit California, the state's nonprofit marketing agency. California is still the No. 1 state for tourism and has the fourth largest economy in the world, but next year it expects a 1% decline in visitation and a 9.2% downturn in international tourism, 'in direct response to federal economic policy and an impending 'Trump Slump,'' according to a statement from the governor's office. Local LA tour groups and knickknack shops, usually booming at this time of year from spring break travel, have said the uncertainty of tariffs and the trade war's effect on the stock market have turned people away from local travel. But it's not just local — Canadians have canceled plans to travel to California for events such as Coachella because of Trump's aggressive 25% tariff on Canadian goods, worrying officials in desert towns that rely on snowbirds for income. Newsom announced a marketing plan to invite Canadians back to California after February figures showed a 12% drop compared with the same month in 2024. In the Los Angeles area alone, the tourism and hospitality industry employs about 510,000 workers and supports more than 1,000 local businesses, according to the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board. Last month, Tourism Economics, a Philadelphia-based travel data company, predicted that international travel to the U.S. could decrease 5% this year, with a 15% decline in travel from Canada. In San Diego, home to Comic Con, some of California's most beautiful beaches and the 'Smithsonian of the West' in Balboa Park, tourism employs 1 in 8 residents and brought $14.8 billion in earnings in 2024. With 32.5 million visitors last year, it's one of the country's top travel destinations. 'Uncertainty is the new norm,' said Kerri Kapich, chief operating officer at the San Diego Tourism Authority. Constant change makes it hard to plan ahead, she said. As travel slows or stays even from last year it will affect the local economy. Fewer hotel stays, fewer restaurant checks and less money spent in the community overall could mean fewer jobs too. The uncertainty around international trade policy will affect the state budget, with unclear revenue and rising disaster recovery costs clouding the upcoming revision expected next week from Sacramento. Newsom sued the Trump administration in response, arguing that the president doesn't have authority to levy international tariffs without congressional approval. ___ © 2025 Los Angeles Times. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
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- Yahoo
California is No. 1 state for tourism, but may be hit by 'Trump Slump,' Newsom says
California hit a new tourism record in 2024, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday, but the high isn't expected to last thanks to President Trump's tariffs. Tourism spending last year hit $157.3 billion, up 3% from 2023, and created 24,000 jobs, according to a 2024 economic impact report from Visit California, the state's nonprofit marketing agency. California is still the No. 1 state for tourism and has the fourth largest economy in the world, but next year it expects a 1% decline in visitation and a 9.2% downturn in international tourism, "in direct response to federal economic policy and an impending 'Trump Slump,'" according to a statement from the governor's office. Local LA tour groups and knickknack shops, usually booming at this time of year from spring break travel, have said the uncertainty of tariffs and the trade war's effect on the stock market have turned people away from local travel. But it's not just local — Canadians have canceled plans to travel to California for events such as Coachella because of Trump's aggressive 25% tariff on Canadian goods, worrying officials in desert towns that rely on snowbirds for income. Newsom announced a marketing plan to invite Canadians back to California after February figures showed a 12% drop compared with the same month in 2024. In the Los Angeles area alone, the tourism and hospitality industry employs about 510,000 workers and supports more than 1,000 local businesses, according to the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board. Last month, Tourism Economics, a Philadelphia-based travel data company, predicted that international travel to the U.S. could decrease 5% this year, with a 15% decline in travel from Canada. In San Diego, home to Comic Con, some of California's most beautiful beaches and the "Smithsonian of the West" in Balboa Park, tourism employs 1 in 8 residents and brought $14.8 billion in earnings in 2024. With 32.5 million visitors last year, it's one of the country's top travel destinations. "Uncertainty is the new norm," said Kerri Kapich, chief operating officer at the San Diego Tourism Authority. Constant change makes it hard to plan ahead, she said. As travel slows or stays even from last year it will affect the local economy. Fewer hotel stays, fewer restaurant checks and less money spent in the community overall could mean fewer jobs too. Read more: Canadian snowbirds love Palm Springs. But Trump is making them say: Sorry! We're leaving The uncertainty around international trade policy will affect the state budget, with unclear revenue and rising disaster recovery costs clouding the upcoming revision expected next week from Sacramento. Newsom sued the Trump administration in response, arguing that the president doesn't have authority to levy international tariffs without congressional approval. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
05-05-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
California is No. 1 state for tourism, but may be hit by ‘Trump Slump,' Newsom says
California hit a new tourism record in 2024, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday, but the high isn't expected to last thanks to President Trump's tariffs. Tourism spending last year hit $157.3 billion, up 3% from 2023, and created 24,000 jobs, according to a 2024 economic impact report from Visit California, the state's nonprofit marketing agency. California is still the No. 1 state for tourism and has the fourth largest economy in the world, but next year it expects a 1% decline in visitation and a 9.2% downturn in international tourism, 'in direct response to federal economic policy and an impending 'Trump Slump,'' according to a statement from the governor's office. Local LA tour groups and knickknack shops, usually booming at this time of year from spring break travel, have said the uncertainty of tariffs and the trade war's effect on the stock market have turned people away from local travel. But it's not just local — Canadians have canceled plans to travel to California for events such as Coachella because of Trump's aggressive 25% tariff on Canadian goods, worrying officials in desert towns that rely on snowbirds for income. Newsom announced a marketing plan to invite Canadians back to California after February figures showed a 12% drop compared with the same month in 2024. In the Los Angeles area alone, the tourism and hospitality industry employs about 510,000 workers and supports more than 1,000 local businesses, according to the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board. Last month, Tourism Economics, a Philadelphia-based travel data company, predicted that international travel to the U.S. could decrease 5% this year, with a 15% decline in travel from Canada. In San Diego, home to Comic Con, some of California's most beautiful beaches and the 'Smithsonian of the West' in Balboa Park, tourism employs 1 in 8 residents and brought $14.8 billion in earnings in 2024. With 32.5 million visitors last year, it's one of the country's top travel destinations. 'Uncertainty is the new norm,' said Kerri Kapich, chief operating officer at the San Diego Tourism Authority. Constant change makes it hard to plan ahead, she said. As travel slows or stays even from last year it will affect the local economy. Fewer hotel stays, fewer restaurant checks and less money spent in the community overall could mean fewer jobs too. The uncertainty around international trade policy will affect the state budget, with unclear revenue and rising disaster recovery costs clouding the upcoming revision expected next week from Sacramento. Newsom sued the Trump administration in response, arguing that the president doesn't have authority to levy international tariffs without congressional approval.
