The State of the American Traveler in February 2026—Deliberate but not Retreating; Encroaching Politics; Slow Travel Trends
American Travelers Continue to Display Financial Caution, But Demand and Budgets for Travel are Strong
Government
How Visible Federal Activity is Shaping City Travel Decisions
The increased visibility of federal enforcement activity is not universally polarizing, but among travelers who do react, discomfort clearly outweighs reassurance.