15 h. ago Statistics hint at surge in domestic tourism in B.C. as Canadians avoid U.S. travel

"We're tracking a very significant surge in travel within Canada with Canadians staying in Canada looking for the quintessential Canadian experience." — Charles McDiarmid, owner of The Wickaninnish Inn

Economics

3 d. ago Canadians want to visit Toronto way more than any U.S. cities in 2025

As more Canadians reconsider travel to the U.S. this year, many are choosing to explore domestic getaways and international destinations.California's governor is trying to convince Canadians to travel to the Golden State, which promises beaches, vineyards, and outdoor adventure. It turns out that Canadians are still looking for all those things, but they're just willing to travel within the country or venture further to avoid travelling south of the border.Although some Canadians are still choosing to travel to the U.S., others are looking to explore options near and far. Skyscanner, a travel search aggregator, has just released its latest Smarter Summer Report, detailing how Canadians can plan budget-friendly trips and where they're headed.According to the report, 68 per cent of Canadians are still looking to book their summer holidays, and 76 per cent of adventurous Canadians are “open to lesser-known destinations in exchange for better value.”"It'...

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1 week ago Airbnb domestic searches surge 20% as Canadians avoid U.S. travel

Recent surge in patriotism is reshaping travel intentions this year

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2 w. ago Canada gaining traction with tourists as travellers shun U.S.: Accor

Transatlantic travel may be at risk as European visitors avoid the U.S.

Society

3 w. ago Canadian university staff advised to avoid travel to the U.S. over border 'difficulties'

The national voice for Canadian university teachers and other professionals has warned against travelling to America due to border "difficulties" and other developing issues.The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is warning academic staff to only travel to the U.S. if it's essential and necessary.CAUT says that the warning was sparked by the "rapidly evolving political landscape" in the States, which includes reports of individuals encountering difficulties when attempting to cross the border.The association has also stated that folks who fall into specific categories should "exercise particular caution." The categories include citizens or residents of a country identified in reports as "likely to be subject to a travel ban."It includes people who are citizens or residents of a country "where there are diplomatic tensions with the U.S," and those with passport stamps that show they've visited countries that may be subject to a trave...

Society

3 w. ago Avoid U.S. travel if possible, Canadian academics are being urged

Canadian university and college professors, as well as other staff at these institutions, are being encouraged to avoid all non-essential travel to the U.S.

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