New York City is expected to welcome 400,000 fewer tourists this year than it did in 2024, a decline primarily driven by negative sentiment toward the United States among foreign travelers who have reconsidered their vacations.
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The new forecast sees 12.1 million international travelers, a 17 percent drop from earlier 2025 projections.
Last year, tourists spent $51 billion in New York City — with about half by foreign travelers. Spending this year is now forecast to decline by $4 billion.
May 8, 2025 17:34