Tourism Forecast Takes a U-Turn in 2025 Tourism Forecast Takes a U-Turn in 2025 (image credits: unsplash) In early 2025, experts thought more people from other countries would visit the U.S. But instead, the number of foreign tourists is going down. A report by Tourism Economics now predicts a 9.4% drop in international visitors—after earlier …
Welcome to my section about North America!
Texas: The Lone Star Magnet Texas: The Lone Star Magnet (image credits: unsplash) Texas continues to draw record numbers of new residents in 2025, with over 450,000 people moving in between April 2024 and April 2025. According to recent U.S. Census Bureau data, Texas saw the highest net domestic migration of any state, largely driven …
Asheville, North Carolina: America’s Wellness Retreat Boom Asheville, North Carolina: America’s Wellness Retreat Boom (image credits: unsplash) Asheville is taking center stage as the wellness capital of the East Coast in 2025. According to the Asheville Tourism Development Authority, visitor numbers jumped by an impressive 14% in 2024, with wellness and spa bookings leading the …
1. Times Square, New York City: The Beating Heart of Manhattan 1. Times Square, New York City: The Beating Heart of Manhattan (image credits: unsplash) Times Square has solidified its reputation as America’s top tourist magnet, drawing an estimated 53 million visitors in 2024, according to NYC & Company’s latest tourism report. The surge is …
1. Unmatched Visitor Numbers Set New Records 1. Unmatched Visitor Numbers Set New Records (image credits: pixabay) In 2025, New York City, Las Vegas, and Orlando are breaking their own tourism records with staggering visitor counts. According to the latest data from NYC & Company, New York City is projected to welcome over 67 million …
1. Asheville, North Carolina: The New Culinary Capital 1. Asheville, North Carolina: The New Culinary Capital (image credits: wikimedia) Asheville is commanding attention in 2025 for its booming culinary scene and breathtaking natural landscapes. According to the James Beard Foundation, Asheville chefs received a record number of nominations this year, with four local restaurants making …
1. Banff National Park, Alberta 1. Banff National Park, Alberta (image credits: unsplash) Banff National Park has become almost synonymous with Canadian wilderness, yet it’s now grappling with a tidal wave of visitors. Recent Parks Canada statistics show that Banff welcomed over 4 million visitors in 2024, a staggering 30% increase since 2019. This deluge …
Affordability Affordability (image credits: unsplash) Travelers searching for real value are turning their attention to this Mexican town, where prices are remarkably lower than in Cancun. It’s not just about saving a few dollars—here, you can stay in a pleasant boutique hotel or even a cozy family-run guesthouse for around $70 a night, while Cancun’s …
1. Myth: You Must Wait Until Your Passport Expires to Renew It 1. Myth: You Must Wait Until Your Passport Expires to Renew It (image credits: unsplash) Many travelers believe they must wait for their passport to expire before renewing. In reality, the U.S. Department of State allows passport renewal up to six months before …
1. Authentic Cultural Experience 1. Authentic Cultural Experience (image credits: unsplash) This Mexican town, often overlooked in favor of Cancun’s polished resorts, is fast becoming a magnet for cultural explorers. While Cancun’s image is shaped by international tourism, this town’s identity remains deeply Mexican, rooted in centuries-old customs and traditions. In 2024, the Mexican Tourism …