U.S. Travel AssociationPower of Travel
  • ECONOMIC IMPACT
  • BUSINESS BENEFITS
  • LEISURE BENEFITS
  • INTERNATIONAL
  • POWER OF TRAVEL COALITION

TRAVEL — THE BENEFITS ARE EVERYWHERE.

Travel and tourism works for America. It's an industry valued at more than $700 billion that ranks among the top five private employers in the country, generating jobs for more than 10 million American workers. Spending by travelers is responsible for more than $113 billion in tax revenues, funds that support a host of federal and local programs.

Its benefits are evident in other areas, too, from U.S. businesses – which realize growth when workers get on the road for meetings and events – to individuals, who improve their health and happiness while enjoying vacations. More >

Economic Impact

BUSINESS BENEFITS

Travel is a core component of a successful business strategy. An analysis by Oxford Economics established business travel's relationship to a company's revenue and profit growth, finding that for every dollar invested in business travel, U.S. companies realize an average $12.50 in incremental revenue and nearly $4 in profits. And spending by business travelers support 2.1 million U.S. jobs. More >

INDIVIDUAL BENEFITS

Vacations give us far more than a chance to relax. An annual vacation can cut the risk of a heart attack, enhance family relationships and help kids excel academically. Plus, when workers get back to the office, they will likely do better at their job – travel is known to increase creativity and work performance. Spending by leisure travelers support 5.3 million U.S. jobs, too. More >