""In 2025, New York City's tourism economy proved resilient despite global challenges, underscoring the enduring appeal of the five boroughs. The international visitor market is crucial to our economy, accounting for 50% of tourism spending.""
""Despite international declines, we saw growth across all our economic impact metrics. Next year, we expect domestic travel to surpass record 2019 levels, signaling a major milestone and emphasizing the strength of our regional drive markets.""
In 2025, New York City's tourism industry generated $84.7 billion in economic impact, welcoming 65 million visitors. Domestic travel accounted for 52.4 million visitors, while international travel declined by 3.2 percent. The tourism sector supported 397,000 jobs and generated $7.5 billion in tax revenue. The FIFA World Cup is projected to bring 1.2 million additional visitors in 2026, contributing $3.3 billion to the economy. The city anticipates 66.3 million visitors in 2026, with domestic travel expected to surpass 2019 levels.
Read at New York City, NY Patch
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