U.S. Travel Spending Projected to Reach $1.37 Trillion in 2026, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels
✈️ U.S. travel spending is projected to reach $1.37 trillion in 2026 and $1.42 trillion in 2027, driven by domestic travel, which accounts for 87% of spending. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a key event for international visitor growth, with international spending predicted to rise 1.6% to $178 billion. Business travel will increase 0.8% to $319 billion. Despite challenges like inflation and a $72 billion travel trade deficit, travel remains vital to the economy.
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