Meghan Coyle
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But their analysis suggested that slowdown could be weather-related. Cold snaps hit places like Texas and New York hard this winter, and Easter is really late this year, which might just be delaying some spring break plans.
But their analysis suggested that slowdown could be weather-related. Cold snaps hit places like Texas and New York hard this winter, and Easter is really late this year, which might just be delaying some spring break plans.
But their analysis suggested that slowdown could be weather-related. Cold snaps hit places like Texas and New York hard this winter, and Easter is really late this year, which might just be delaying some spring break plans.
And the slowdown isn't hitting everyone equally. The biggest pullback is among lower-income households— But even higher income travelers are cutting back on domestic trips.
And the slowdown isn't hitting everyone equally. The biggest pullback is among lower-income households— But even higher income travelers are cutting back on domestic trips.
And the slowdown isn't hitting everyone equally. The biggest pullback is among lower-income households— But even higher income travelers are cutting back on domestic trips.
And when it comes to destinations, some of the biggest drops in domestic tourism spending are in places like New York, Nevada, and Texas. Classic vacation spots that just aren't seeing as much out-of-town spending this year. You know, Megan, that's in line with some of the trends we've been seeing.
And when it comes to destinations, some of the biggest drops in domestic tourism spending are in places like New York, Nevada, and Texas. Classic vacation spots that just aren't seeing as much out-of-town spending this year. You know, Megan, that's in line with some of the trends we've been seeing.
And when it comes to destinations, some of the biggest drops in domestic tourism spending are in places like New York, Nevada, and Texas. Classic vacation spots that just aren't seeing as much out-of-town spending this year. You know, Megan, that's in line with some of the trends we've been seeing.
Oof, those tariffs, a weak Canadian dollar compared to the U.S. dollar, and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urging Canadians to choose Canada this summer and change their summer travel plans earlier this year. I just think there's a lot of uncertainty about what's going on in the U.S. right now, and those tourists are choosing to go elsewhere or just stay home.
Oof, those tariffs, a weak Canadian dollar compared to the U.S. dollar, and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urging Canadians to choose Canada this summer and change their summer travel plans earlier this year. I just think there's a lot of uncertainty about what's going on in the U.S. right now, and those tourists are choosing to go elsewhere or just stay home.
Oof, those tariffs, a weak Canadian dollar compared to the U.S. dollar, and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urging Canadians to choose Canada this summer and change their summer travel plans earlier this year. I just think there's a lot of uncertainty about what's going on in the U.S. right now, and those tourists are choosing to go elsewhere or just stay home.
So we'll definitely be following that story all throughout the year. Yes. In other news, Fiji Airways joined the One World Alliance this month. Oh, Fiji, you can't get any further away before you start coming back. A Truman Show classic. So along with joining the One World Alliance, Fiji Airways also made American Airlines' A Advantage program its loyalty program.
So we'll definitely be following that story all throughout the year. Yes. In other news, Fiji Airways joined the One World Alliance this month. Oh, Fiji, you can't get any further away before you start coming back. A Truman Show classic. So along with joining the One World Alliance, Fiji Airways also made American Airlines' A Advantage program its loyalty program.
So we'll definitely be following that story all throughout the year. Yes. In other news, Fiji Airways joined the One World Alliance this month. Oh, Fiji, you can't get any further away before you start coming back. A Truman Show classic. So along with joining the One World Alliance, Fiji Airways also made American Airlines' A Advantage program its loyalty program.
That means if you fly Fiji Airways, you'll be able to earn A Advantage miles, and Elite Status members will be able to flex their perks, such as priority boarding and lounge access when flying Fiji Airways. Well, Megan, I know that's you at the A Advantage Elite Status. Woo! I knew it was good for something.
That means if you fly Fiji Airways, you'll be able to earn A Advantage miles, and Elite Status members will be able to flex their perks, such as priority boarding and lounge access when flying Fiji Airways. Well, Megan, I know that's you at the A Advantage Elite Status. Woo! I knew it was good for something.
That means if you fly Fiji Airways, you'll be able to earn A Advantage miles, and Elite Status members will be able to flex their perks, such as priority boarding and lounge access when flying Fiji Airways. Well, Megan, I know that's you at the A Advantage Elite Status. Woo! I knew it was good for something.
I've flown Fiji Airways to Fiji before. Some of the best snorkeling I've ever done was on a remote island there. I also booked a Fiji Airways flight with Alaska Points a long time ago. It was from LA to New Zealand, and it was 20,000 Alaska miles. But there was a layover in Fiji. And yeah, that trip was in the fall of 2020. So it did not happen. Womp womp.
I've flown Fiji Airways to Fiji before. Some of the best snorkeling I've ever done was on a remote island there. I also booked a Fiji Airways flight with Alaska Points a long time ago. It was from LA to New Zealand, and it was 20,000 Alaska miles. But there was a layover in Fiji. And yeah, that trip was in the fall of 2020. So it did not happen. Womp womp.