Impact of Political Climate on International Travel Spending in the United States

The United States is expected to lose $12.5 billion in international travel spending by the end of the year due to factors such as the political climate, border issues, visa detentions, and a tariff war. This decline in spending by foreign tourists is impacting the US travel economy negatively.

Deaths of Foreign Tourists in Laos from Contaminated Alcohol

Foreign tourists died in Laos after drinking alcohol contaminated with methanol, prompting the government to investigate and pledge to prosecute those responsible. Counterfeit alcohol brands and homemade spirits are a problem in Laos, leading Australia and Britain to warn their citizens to be cautious when consuming drinks there.

Tourism Troubles in Fujikawaguchiko, Japan

Fujikawaguchiko, Japan is constructing a large black screen to block the view of Mount Fuji due to misbehaving foreign tourists. The town has tried other methods to control the overcrowding, but none have worked.