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European Travel to U.S. Plummets Amid Rising Costs

9/20/2025

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European travel bookings to the U.S. for fall 2025 have significantly declined compared to 2024, according to Cirium data.
Germany experienced a drop of over 12%, with Italy, the UK, France, and Spain seeing declines between 4% and 9%.
The data reflects third-party bookings, excluding direct airline reservations.
High U.S. hotel prices, European economic conditions, and trade tensions contribute to this decline.
Harsh border treatment has prompted travelers to consider alternatives like Japan, Latin America, and Asia.

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Story summary

European travel bookings to the U.S. for fall 2025 have significantly declined compared to 2024, according to Cirium data.
Germany experienced a drop of over 12%, with Italy, the UK, France, and Spain seeing declines between 4% and 9%.
The data reflects third-party bookings, excluding direct airline reservations.
High U.S. hotel prices, European economic conditions, and trade tensions contribute to this decline.
Harsh border treatment has prompted travelers to consider alternatives like Japan, Latin America, and Asia.