Transatlantic airfares have dropped to rates last seen before the pandemic, data shows, the latest sign that fewer Europeans are traveling to the U.S. due to concerns about U.S. border controls and Donald Trump’s policies.
The trend could extend into and beyond the summer holiday period, typically the busiest time for airlines and travel companies.
Overseas arrivals to the United States fell 2.8% in May from a year ago, according to preliminary data from the U.S. National Travel and Tourism Office within the U.S. Department of Commerce. Travel from Western Europe fell 4.4% in May, led by a decline in travelers from Denmark and Germany.
“We don’t want them here anyway” - some MAGA idiot, presumably
That’s how people frame it here to. “Why would I want to go to that 3rd world country anyway.” Personally I think it sucks. Like yeah there’s a lot of valid criticism regarding the US, even before factoring in the current regime situation. But feelings aside it’s a vast and diverse country with a lot of beautiful nature and interesting history (despite what people say) and I’d really like to go some day. Especially Washington, California, Colorado, Texas and Louisiana all fascinate me in unique ways. Alas, it’ll be some years before thinking about that vacation makes sense again.