USAThe US is seeing a sharp decline in Canadian tourist arrivals in 2025. According to industry analysts, Canadian travel to the US has fallen by more than 25% compared to last year. This is particularly noticeable in the northern border states: in Maine, hotel occupancy rates fell to 53,9%, down from 57,2% the year before, and in New Hampshire, officials are reporting a 30% decline in Canadian visitors.
The reasons include political tensions, rising visa barriers, and Canadian authorities' calls for domestic travel. For tourists, this means less competition for accommodations and tickets in popular border destinations (such as shopping trips to Vermont or vacations in Montana's national parks). However, businesses targeting Canadian customers are reducing their hours and raising prices to compensate. Practical advice: if you're planning a trip to these parts of the US, it's worth checking the opening hours of stores and services in advance, as some may be closed on weekdays.
Against the backdrop of declining travel to the United States, the Canadian government is actively promoting domestic tourism. The Prime Minister and provincial governments are urging citizens to "choose Canada" and spend their money on domestic holidays. As a result, interest in national parks, historic trails, and cultural festivals has increased. For example, in Ontario, the Niagara Region has seen an increase in tourists, while in Quebec, Old Montreal and regional wineries are attracting more tourists. British Columbia has seen an increase in bookings for Vancouver and Vancouver Island. For tourists, this means booking accommodations and tickets in advance during peak travel periods (especially in the fall, when harvest festivals take place). Practical advice: If you're planning a trip to Canada, consider regional discount programs—many provinces offer incentives for tourists, including free park days and discounts on train tickets.
USAThe US is seeing a sharp decline in Canadian tourist arrivals in 2025. According to industry analysts, Canadian travel to the US has fallen by more than 25% compared to last year. This is particularly noticeable in the northern border states: in Maine, hotel occupancy rates fell to 53,9%, down from 57,2% the year before, and in New Hampshire, officials are reporting a 30% decline in Canadian visitors.
The reasons include political tensions, rising visa barriers, and Canadian authorities' calls for domestic travel. For tourists, this means less competition for accommodations and tickets in popular border destinations (such as shopping trips to Vermont or vacations in Montana's national parks). However, businesses targeting Canadian customers are reducing their hours and raising prices to compensate. Practical advice: if you're planning a trip to these parts of the US, it's worth checking the opening hours of stores and services in advance, as some may be closed on weekdays.
Against the backdrop of declining travel to the United States, the Canadian government is actively promoting domestic tourism. The Prime Minister and provincial governments are urging citizens to "choose Canada" and spend their money on domestic holidays. As a result, interest in national parks, historic trails, and cultural festivals has increased. For example, in Ontario, the Niagara Region has seen an increase in tourists, while in Quebec, Old Montreal and regional wineries are attracting more tourists. British Columbia has seen an increase in bookings for Vancouver and Vancouver Island. For tourists, this means booking accommodations and tickets in advance during peak travel periods (especially in the fall, when harvest festivals take place). Practical advice: If you're planning a trip to Canada, consider regional discount programs—many provinces offer incentives for tourists, including free park days and discounts on train tickets.