The U.S. travel sector is slowing down due to a drop in international visitors, especially from Canada, while Canada's industry is surging because of a boom in domestic tourism.
The July 2025 Skift Travel Health Index shows the global travel industry remains resilient with a 1% growth. A key trend is the sustained strength of premium and business travel, which continues to grow and drive revenue despite broader economic uncertainties.
The breakthrough is a positive step, however it remains subject to final approval by union members. It’ll also take up to 10 days to get the Air Canada network back to normal.
The large number of Canadians shunning trips to its neighbor has been a boon for several destinations that have seen a jump in visitors from Canada — as well as domestic tourism in the country.
Marriott and developer Truman have unveiled a luxury hotel and residential complex that's a win for them but also for Calgary's effort to create an events district downtown.
Canada’s hotel sector is entering a new era of growth, marked by eco-conscious builds, luxury upgrades, and culturally rich conversions. These six properties show how developers are meeting both traveler expectations and event planner demand in 2025.