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Two Million Fewer Overseas Visitors to United States in 2007 than in 2000 – $137 Billion Loss to U.S. Economy
July 10, 2008
In 2000, overseas travelers made up more than half of all international travelers; in 2007 they made up only 43%.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Commerce and Travel Industry Association
The average North American (Canada and Mexico) visitor to the United States spends $900 per person, per trip, while the average overseas visitor spends $4,000 per person, per trip. The decline in overseas arrivals has cost America $137 billion since 2000.
The Solution? The Travel Promotion Act (S.1661 / H.R. 3232) would create a public-private campaign – at no cost to U.S. taxpayers – to promote travel to America and communicate U.S. security and entry policies. The legislation has the support of 225 members of the House of Representatives and 47 Senators.
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The Discover America Partnership is an initiative of the Travel Industry Association. It is an effort led by some of America’s foremost business leaders to strengthen America’s image around the globe. These leaders recognize that public diplomacy is not the sole responsibility of government, but also of business and the American people. |
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