Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Greenland Sees 64% Surge in Cruise Tourism

7/13/2025

29 4

Summary

Greenland's Tourism Boom

Greenland is experiencing an exhilarating tourism surge, welcoming a staggering 76,477 cruise passengers in 2023—a remarkable 64% jump since 2019. While the Canadian government advises normal precautions, the U.S. has heightened its advisory due to limited emergency services. With new direct flights to the U.S., Greenland is poised to draw even more adventurous travelers.

Summary

Canadians Shift Travel

Canadian road trips to the U.S. plummeted by 33% in June 2025, driven by rising political tensions, tariffs, and a weaker U.S. dollar that made travel pricier. This significant decline signals a shift in Canadian travel habits, as many now favor exploring domestic and international destinations over crossing the border.

1 of 2

Greenland's Tourism Boom

Greenland is experiencing an exhilarating tourism surge, welcoming a staggering 76,477 cruise passengers in 2023—a remarkable 64% jump since 2019. While the Canadian government advises normal precautions, the U.S. has heightened its advisory due to limited emergency services. With new direct flights to the U.S., Greenland is poised to draw even more adventurous travelers.

1 / 2