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NYC Hotels Urge End to US-Canada Trade Dispute
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NYC Hotels Urge End to US-Canada Trade Dispute

The Hotel Association of New York City is calling on the federal government to resolve an escalating US-Canada tariff dispute that threatens international tourism. Canadian visitation to NYC fell 26% in 2025, driving down critical hotel revenues and tax generation.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Canadian visitation to NYC dropped 26% in 2025, with spending falling 28% year over year.
  2. 2HANYC warns that escalating 50% tariffs and retaliation will further damage the city's hotel economy.
  3. 3AHLA emphasizes that cross-border trade stability is vital for nationwide hotel supply chains and travel.

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Source: Hotel Dive

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